Local convenience retailer Centra, part of Musgrave NI proudly welcomed 1,100 runners to Belfast’s Ormeau Park on Sunday 19th October, for its annual Run Together fundraising and wellbeing event – marking a record-breaking sell-out.
The event, now a firm favourite in Northern Ireland’s running calendar, has now raised an impressive £38,000 (and counting) for Centra’s long-standing charity partner Action Cancer, through 5k and 10k registration fees and generous donations.
Jennifer Morton, Centra’s Brand Manager, commented: “We were thrilled to see such an incredible turnout for this year’s Run Together. It’s more than just a run – it’s a celebration of community, wellbeing, and giving back. Thank you to everyone who signed up, showed up, and supported Action Cancer. Your contributions make a real difference. We’d also like to thank the High Sheriff of Belfast, Councillor Fiona McAteer for coming along and lending her encouragement, and to our suppliers for supporting the event.”
High Sheriff of Belfast, Councillor Fiona McAteer added: “My congratulations to everyone who took part in, and so generously sponsored, this year’s Centra Run Together fundraising and wellbeing event in our beautiful Ormeau Park.
“It’s just amazing what can be achieved when we come together to help our community. Today has been all about raising vital funds for life-saving Action Cancer screening services – but it’s also been a day for celebrating friendship, active living and raising awareness of how spending time outdoors can really make a positive impact on our physical and mental health. Well done to everyone involved.”
Lucy McCusker, Corporate Fundraising Manager for Action Cancer, said: “Yet another fantastic Centra Run Together event! We’re humbled by the continued support and generosity. Every pound raised helps us deliver life-saving services directly to those who need them most. Thank you to Centra and everyone who made this event such a success.”
Participants of all ages and abilities were treated to a lively pre-run stretch led by local fitness trainer Bubba, before Centra brand ambassador and radio presenter Pete Snodden joined the High Sheriff of Belfast, Councillor Fiona McAteer, to officially kick off the event.
To celebrate their achievement, every participant received a bespoke Centra Run Together medal, a packed goodie bag, free lunch and an ice-cream – a well-earned reward for their efforts.
Centra, alongside sister brand SuperValu, recently celebrated a landmark fundraising total of £4 million for Action Cancer since the partnership began in 2001. These vital funds help keep the Big Bus on the road, delivering free life-saving services such as breast screening, health checks, and skin cancer detection to communities across Northern Ireland.
Centra Run Together was designed to motivate people of any ability or age to embrace a healthy lifestyle by taking part in the run. Participants have the option to walk, jog or run through the park, alongside hundreds of others, to raise funds and awareness for Action Cancer.
