Bury St Edmunds: Runners take to streets in Christmas gear

Suffolk Business Park in Bury St Edmunds became a sea of festive jumpers as it hosted a fun run in aid of East of England charity Ormiston Families.

Emily Gilbert and Ryan Farrow from SourceCode cross the finishing line (Image: Sonya Duncan Photography)

Joy as runners finished the 2km route (Image: Sonya Duncan Photography)

More than 30 runners took on the 2km challenge in a bid to raise money for children, young people and families across the region. 

Matthew Pirie, philanthropy officer at Ormiston Families, spoke of his delight at the success of the event: "We’re thrilled that so many runners took to the cold to support us at such a vital time of year. 

Matthew Pirie, philanthropy officer at Ormiston Families takes the runners through the day (Image: Sonya Duncan Photography)

Runners put on their best Christmas jumpers to take part (Image: Sonya Duncan Photography)

"Christmas can be challenging for families missing an imprisoned loved one, or children struggling with their mental health or the death of a family member.  

"Those who took part in our Jinglebell Jog today have helped us to raise money that could go towards supporting these children, young people and families.

"And they did so full of festive cheer!"

Jacob Severn sets the pace (Image: Sonya Duncan Photography)

Emily Stansfield and Amber Knowles from Ormiston Families ready to raise funds (Image: Sonya Duncan Photography)

The Rapid Relief Team provided free hot food and drink at the event. 

Find out more information about Ormiston Families here.