On Saturday 13th September, the Rossi Long team took up the challenge of running around Whitlingham Broad in our 12-hour Charity Relay Run in aid of our charity of the year, Pancreatic Cancer UK.

Starting at the crack of dawn at 6.40 am, the team took it in turns to run laps around the 2.2-mile circular route around the Broad. The runners were lucky with weather in the morning, being greeted by a stunning sunrise across the water. It was all change in the afternoon when they were faced with torrential rain and storms, but the team continued to run on.

25 runners took part in the event, carrying an inflatable baton that was passed at the handover point. The last runner crossed the finishing line at 6.40 pm, completing our challenge. An impressive 45 laps were run throughout the day, which totalled just under 100 miles.

Following months of training, those who participated were delighted to have done something memorable to help raise awareness and money for the vital charity. Following generous donations from clients, friends, family, and the public, we’re thrilled to announce we raised £1,600 for Pancreatic Cancer UK.

Pancreatic Cancer UK ensures everyone affected by this devastating disease has expert information and support to hold onto. Pancreatic cancer is the deadliest common cancer, with more than half of people diagnosed dying within three months. Whilst survival rates have doubled across the most common cancers, pancreatic cancer has remained sidelined and forgotten. Around 10,500 people a year are diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in the UK, but it has the lowest cancer survival rate, with around 9,000 dying every year.

The charity supports anyone affected by pancreatic cancer, from patients to their loved ones, across the UK. Their vision is that everyone with pancreatic cancer survives to live long and well.

Visit Pancreatic Cancer UK’s website for more information and support.