Hundreds of runners took to the streets of Denny and Bonnybridge to raise funds for the hospice.Hundreds of runners took to the streets of Denny and Bonnybridge to raise funds for the hospice.
Hundreds of runners took to the streets of Denny and Bonnybridge to raise funds for the hospice.

In pictures: On their marks for Strathcarron Hospice 10k 2023

Runners took to the streets on Sunday to raise much-needed funding for Strathcarron Hospice.

The popular 10k event saw athletes of all abilities, including fun runners cover a route round Denny and Bonnybridge, even running close to the hospice building.

First over the finishing line was Gregor Yates in a time of 32 minutes, while Andrew Wright was next and first veteran over 40 to finish in 34:23.

Second senior was Maher Sawan in 37:01, but ahead of him was Arran Ritchie in the under 17 category in a time of 36:53.

First female to finish was Jennifer Wetton in 37:26 with the second female Natalia Beattie in 45:59.

However, Piper Smith the first female in the 17-18 category in a time of 44:41.

Alastair McMurray was the first over 60 veteran to finish in his time of 45:16.

As well as congratulating everyone who took part, the hospice team thanked their sponsors for their support in the successful event – Lightways Contractors Ltd , LifeFit Wellness and Class 1 Traffic Management Ltd.

Second senior was Maher Sawan in 37:01, but ahead of him was Arran Ritchie in the under 17 category in a time of 36:53.

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