Colour Runner event back in Hanley for centenary celebrations

Caudwell Children’s Colour Runner event is coming to Hanley Park this year as part of Stoke-on-Trent's centenary celebrations.

The 5km charity fun run will see participants covered in environmentally-friendly paints at special "paint stations" along the route. 

The event - developed as a fundraiser in support of Caudwell Children - encourages families and individuals of all ages to come together, have fun and raise vital funds to support disabled and autistic children across the UK. 

This year’s event, which also commemorates the 25th anniversary of the charity, will be held on 19th July and run from 10:30am-2pm.

The event is a non-competitive, fully accessible 5km, which is open to people of all ages and fitness levels. Participants can walk or run and wheelchair users will also be able to take part.

Kathryn Turner-Morgan, Challenges Manager at Caudwell Children, said “We're thrilled to welcome back our Colour Runner as we celebrate 25 years of Caudwell Children and Stoke-on-Trent's Centenary. 

"Collaborating with Stoke-on-Trent City Council has been fantastic, and we're determined to make this our biggest, most vibrant event yet.

“We encourage as many individuals, schools, and local businesses as possible to get involved to help us change disabled and autistic children’s lives. With a fully accessible route, it's a challenge the whole family can enjoy."

Councillor Jane Ashworth, leader of Stoke-on-Trent City Council, said: “I am thrilled that we are working in partnership with Caudwell Children and adding the Colour Runner to our stacked centenary programme.

“Caudwell Children carry out amazing, important work that has supported SEND children for 25 years. This event is a great opportunity to raise money for a worthwhile cause, whilst also having fun and celebrating 100 years of Stoke-on-Trent.

“The course is for all ages and abilities, so I encourage everyone to register for the event. It promises to be a fun day out that everyone can enjoy.”

For more information and to register for the event, visit the Caudwell Children website: https://www.caudwellchildren.com/our-challenges/colour-runner-2025/