On your marks for half-marathon

It has been named as such because the route passes through the boundaries of Rotherham, Barnsley and Doncaster, starting and finishing at Manvers Lake at Wath.

The event, on Sunday, March 20 (10.30am), will see participants follow a two-lap hilly course through rural and urban areas. There is also a 1.5-mile fun run starting at 9.45am.

Organisers Manvers Tri Club and Barnsley Athletics Club are also offering a t-shirt to all finishers in the half-marathon and a medal to those who complete the fun run.

For entry details and an application form, visit www.barnsleyac.co.uk. Closing date for postal entries is March 13.

Anyone interested in supporting/sponsoring the event can also contact Paul Bennington on 07899 906482.