MALE runners are being encouraged to take part in a charity event at one of the region's most historic sites next month.
The 10K Cancer Research UK race is being held at Fountains Abbey, near Ripon, North Yorkshire, on Sunday, April 2, but organisers have so far received few entries from men.
About 600 people are expected to take part in the event, held at the abbey for the first time, and they are expected to raise £40,000.
However, at least 60 per cent of entrants for the event are women.
The run was set up as an alternative to the women-only Race for Life, to allow men to take part.
Andy Wilson, of Cancer Research UK, said: "It is a great way to get fit and raise money for research into cancer at the same time, and I really hope more men will sign up.
"Entries are coming in steadily, but there are some places remaining."
The entry fee is £17.50. All entrants receive a Cancer Research UK T-shirt and a medal when they finish. The event is open to people aged over 15.
To enter, go to www.cancer researchuk10.co.uk
Entries will close at noon on Monday.
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