05.07.2006
The staff of the University of Brighton Sport and Recreation department are extremely excited to be running a series of fun events on 15 July from raffles to 'beat the keeper' contests to accumulate 150 miles to raise money for Sport Relief. There will be two races on the day which will have a twist in that they will be in the form of obstacle courses! Everybody's invited to join in the fun!
The event will kick off at 10am, with the final Mile event at 1.00pm. There will be a raffle, as well as climbing wall fun and a 'beat the keeper' competition.
Kay Skinner, Duty Officer and event organiser said: "We are delighted to be hosting another sports relief event here at the University of Brighton. Its is wonderful to know that we can play a part in the local community helping to raise money for vulnerable people leading tough lives in the UK and those in the poorest countries round the world. This year is going to better than ever so hurry and get your red socks ready!"
Sport Brighton are 'Going the Extra Mile'. If you can't make it to this event don't panic, there will be hundreds of other miles taking place on Sport Relief Saturday, 15 July all across the UK. Check out www.sportrelief.com for up to date information on your nearest Mile event.
For further information about this event please contact:
Kay Skinner
University Sports Centre, Denton Road, Eastbourne, BN20 7SR
01273 643092
For more information about Sport Relief contact press@comicrelief.org.uk
Thousands of schools across the country will be going the Extra Mile for Sport Relief this summer term.
Join tens of thousands of other people across the UK on Saturday 15 July 2006 to take part in the Sainsbury's Sport Relief Mile. Visit www.sportrelief.com to find out more.
The Sainsbury's Sport Relief Mile will be taking place all over the UK. There are 15 flagship mile events and lots of other local mile events. Check out the website to find a mile near you.
Sport Relief is an initiative of Comic Relief, registered charity 326568, in association with BBC Sport.
Sport Relief was set up by Comic Relief and BBC Sport to tackle poverty and disadvantage here at home and overseas.
Since its launch in 2002, Sport Relief has raised over £30million.
Contact: Marketing and Communications, University of Brighton, 01273 643022
