CHARITY 10k organisers have announced the date of their next race as they celebrate money raised through events so far.

The next East Lancashire Hospice 10k race will take place on January 14 and be hosted by Gaskells Motor Bodies in Great Harwood.

The charity run has raised a total of £49,804 so far as the countdown now turns to next years race.

Nick Gaskell owner of Gaskells Motor Bodies, said: "The race has become more and more popular.

"It’s seen as the first race of the season and is used as a training run by a number of clubs.

"We hope the event is still running in 30 years."

The 10K will start at Gaskell Motor Bodies in Alan Ramsbottom Way, Great Harwood.

Book a place now at eastlancshospice.org.uk/news-east-lancashire-hospice-10k.