Press release

12 Dec 2023

Registration opens for the EY Easter Running festival 2024

Islanders are being invited to lace up their running shoes once again for next year’s EY Easter Running Festival.

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The four-day festival will be held over the Easter weekend, starting on Friday, 29 March, with the last event taking place on Monday, 1 April. The festival comprises a 5k and 10k road race, the Keith Falla Memorial full course cross country and a 4x1 mile relay race. All the race details can be found below:

  • Friday, 29 March – 5k road race – L’Eree to Vazon
  • Saturday, 30 March – cross country – L’Ancresse common (Lucksall)
  • Sunday, 31 March – 4x1 mile relay race – Delancey Park
  • Monday, 1 April – 10k road race – Grandes Rocques to Northside (The Bridge)

Ove Svejstrup, a Partner at EY in Guernsey and a regular participant in the festival, highlights why this sponsorship is important to EY:

“We’re delighted to be continuing our sponsorship of the EY Easter Running Festival for another year. The health and wellbeing of our people has always been a priority for us, so we’re proud to be sponsoring an event within our local community which has a positive impact on the physical and mental health of so many. Whether you’re new to running, or training for an upcoming race, the festival is a fantastic opportunity for everyone to get outside over the Easter weekend and be part of such a great event with family, friends and colleagues.”

Graham Merfield, Chairman of the Guernsey Athletics Club, added:

"We're excited to announce the return of the EY Easter Running Festival, and we extend our gratitude to EY for their continued support. Anticipating a strong turnout from both the local community and visitors during the Easter weekend, this inclusive event welcomes runners of all ages and abilities. Participants can choose to take on a single event or compete throughout the weekend, offering a unique opportunity to experience our picturesque island scenery."

Early bird tickets are available until midnight on the 31 January. As of the 1 February the ticket price increases for each category apart from the relay. Online registration will close at midnight on Sunday, 24 March. Visit the Guernsey Athletics website to enter EY Easter Running Festival – Guernsey Athletics Club.

For updates and further information on the event, please follow the Guernsey Easter Running Festival Facebook page.

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