MORE than one-hundred runners took part in an annual event across the cliff path in aid of a charity set up in honour of a Bude-boy.

The fundraiser was held in aid of Talan’s Trust, which was set up in 2017 in memory of Talan Penny, who died aged 19 from a rare, childhood cancer called rhabdomyosarcoma (RMS).

This year’s event saw 110 runners take to the cliff tops in aid of the popular charity, which provides support and awareness for families and individuals going through similar situations.

Talan’s mother Sarah Penny, founder of Talan’s Trust, said: “Every year we try and get someone to start the race who has been touched by childhood cancer.

“This year, the gorgeous Ben Bennett who had neuroblastoma when Talan was diagnosed in 2016, blew the whistle and set everyone off.

“Every year gets better and this year was the best yet, the atmosphere is so wonderful, so kind and truly special with Talan's memory at the heart of it all.

“Starting with the children's fun run comprising 1.9 kilometres around the fields between Crooklets and Northcott, all children receive a medal and top three boys and girls win a trophy.

“The race set off at 11.30am sharp and was led by the fantastic local bike club Dept 26 who both lead and bring up the rear making sure no one gets left behind.

“Both races were close to the course records with the 10 kilometres race being won by Dean Wickett for the men and Louise Littlejohns for the ladies. and the 19 kilometres by Morgan Craig for the men and Chloe Constantine for the Ladies. please see the website for all other results.

“The kitchen was run by Vicky Innes and Helen Larwood who along with help from Penny and Steve served many bacon baps, soup and cake which were beautifully baked and donated by Talan's Trusts supporters.

“We'd like to say a massive thank you to everyone who came on Sunday, especially to our helpers and marshals for standing out in the weather and cheering all the runners on.

“This day, always on the Sunday nearest Talan's birthday is our favourite day of the year for the Trust, its a chance for us to say thankyou to everyone, but also to raise awareness of childhood cancer which is at the root of all we do.

“Sadly childhood cancer remains the biggest medical cause of death in the U.K. in children, and early diagnosis is key to survival. Due to lack of awareness both in parents and health care workers, children are generally diagnosed at stage three or four, this means that the cancer has spread and is therefore more difficult to treat, leading to poorer outcomes.”