Sport Relief Mile takes place today

Sunday, 25 March 2012 08:00

The Island will play its part in raising money for Sport Relief today (Sunday) as hundreds of people line Douglas Promenade for the Sport Relief Mile.

The Mayor of Douglas will start the one mile race at 12.30pm and the three and six mile races at 1pm.

It’s the second time the event has been held on the Island and this time is being organised by the Douglas Development Partnership.

Speaking to 3FM, Gill Anderson from the partnership said there would be lots going on for people to enjoy:

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