READING Half Marathon is expected to take place later this year.

The event is being held on Sunday, November 7, 2021.

It had been cancelled last year due to Covid-19 and postponed from April this year to the new date in November.

The race passes through the University of Reading campus and finishes in the Madejski Stadium.

There are various races people can choose to take part in later this year.

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This includes races for children aged 10 and under and 11 and over and also a VIP package which includes race entry, free car parking, a post race massage and more.

There are also official merchandise people can buy for the race including hoodies, snoods and t-shirts.

People can choose to raise money for various charities.

This year, national healthcare charity, Sue Ryder, is inviting seasoned professionals and casual joggers to sign up to support the charity’s Duchess of Kent Hospice in the town.

Over the past four years, this iconic event has raised more than £75,000 for Sue Ryder Duchess of Kent Hospice, enabling its nurses and doctors to provide expert care and valuable support to patients living with life-limiting conditions and their families.

However, due to the pandemic, Sue Ryder, like all charities, has suffered financially, with mass fundraising events cancelled and its charity shops closed.

By taking part in the race this year, the vital funds raised by residents of Berkshire and the surrounding areas will provide crucial support, ensuring that Sue Ryder’s nurses, care teams and support staff can be there for the local community when it matters.

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One of the runners putting in a marathon effort for Sue Ryder Duchess of Kent Hospice is Robert Millson from Thatcham.

Robert is running in memory of his friend and neighbour Abi Brown, who received care at the hospice before she passed away in 2019, aged 42.

Robert Millson said: “I signed up for last year’s Reading Half Marathon when Abi was receiving treatment. I asked her if she’d be happy for me to raise money for the hospice. She was really pleased, and I know that she wanted to keep going so she could cheer me on. Sadly, she lost her long battle with cancer at the end of that year and the pandemic meant the event couldn’t go ahead.”

Reflecting on his friendship with Abi, Robert added: “Abi was the most inspirational, kind and positive lady I had the pleasure of knowing. Her favourite phrase that I would love to continue is ‘Positive Pants’! She received the best possible care from Sue Ryder Duchess of Kent Hospice, and I will wear my Sue Ryder vest with pride, knowing that I am running with the purpose of supporting an incredible charity. It’s amazing how Sue Ryder helps people in their final days, and I want to give something back.”

Click here to donate to Robert's fundraiser.