LONDON Marathon runners helped raise more than £150,000 for a worthy cause.
Of the 58 participants who made up #TeamFarleigh during the gruelling Marathon in April, 25 were Chelmsford residents.
Joined by other runners from Dunmow and surrounding areas, the group raised £157,018 for the Farleigh Hospice, a charity that provides care for those with life-limiting illnesses.
A spokesman for the charity thanked all who participated.
He said: "Since 1993, London Marathon runners have run over 26,000 miles and raised in excess of £2million for Farleigh, which has gone a long way towards helping people affected by life limiting illness in mid Essex.
"A huge thanks goes to all members of #TeamFarleigh for their commitment over the last year."
All of the runners received certificates and plaques to commemorate their achievement and dedication, during a celebration evening on Friday July 1.
If you are interested in running for Farleigh in the future please contact events@farleighhospice.org or call 01245 457355.
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