In Pictures: Hook Norton runners, dogs - and even tortoises! - raise over £1,700 in Alternative Race For Life

By Jack Ingham

Published 16th Oct 2024, 15:28 GMT

More than £1,700 was raised for Cancer Research UK by the runners taking part in this year’s Hooky Alternative Race For Life in Hook Norton.

The 14th edition of the Hooky Alternative Race For Life took place on Sunday, October 6.

In total 211 runners (including 10 dogs and three tortoises) adorned their finest pink outfits and took on the three-mile race around the village.

Since its beginning in 2010 runners taking part in the event have raised £23,000, for the charity that conducts lifesaving cancer research.

9. Hooky Alternative Race For Life

This racer's outfit was certainly turning heads. (Bethan Dennick) Photo: Bethan Dennick

The race has raised £23,000 in 14 years for Cancer Research UK. (Bethan Dennick) Photo: Bethan Dennick

The race has become a popular event among Hook Norton residents. (Bethan Dennick) Photo: Bethan Dennick

The race is a popular day out for the family for many. (Bethan Dennick) Photo: Bethan Dennick