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To date, 1,814 people have signed up for this year's 13.1 mile half
marathon and 414 have signed up for the 4km fun run. More than 5,000
entries are expected by race day.
Volunteers are needed to act as
marshals to oversee the course on race day. People are also needed
to help prepare in the days leading up to the event. Duties on race
day will include road supervision, baggage handling and operating
water stations. All volunteers must be available between 9.30am and
about 3pm on race day, although finish times will vary depending on
where people are stationed on the course.
Two types of volunteers are sought:
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Key volunteers who will be
responsible for co-ordinating a group of volunteers (these
people will need to meet at 8.30am for a briefing)
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Volunteers who will carry out
duties including supervision, baggage handling and operating
water stations under the guidance of key volunteers
Volunteers can either enrol as an
individual or sign up as a small group who will work together
throughout the race.
Councillor Matthew Lee, cabinet
member for environment capital and culture, said: "This is a chance
for people to play their part in making the race a success, whilst
getting involved in one of the city's biggest annual events.
Volunteers play a key role in the Perkins Great Eastern Run and I
would encourage everyone to spare some time and get involved."
For more information about
volunteering for the event, call Nicky McCready on (01733) 863866 or
email
nicola.mccready@peterborough.gov.uk
August 2009 -
Peterborough UK Community Website
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