HUNDREDS of runners have helped to raise thousands of pounds for a charity which specialises in caring for people who have suffered a stroke.

More than 350 people from across the Tees Valley ran, jogged and walked on Sunday, March 11, raising more than £20,000 for the Stroke Association at the charity’s Resolution Run.

A sea of purple fundraisers took to Tees Barrage to complete a 5k or 10k course and the event was one of 30 runs organised by the Stroke Association, to raise funds for vital research and to support people affected by stroke in the North-East.

Dave Shearer, community and events fundraiser at the Stroke Association, said: “Every five minutes across the UK, someone’s life is turned upside down by stroke.

"By taking part in our Resolution Run, each runner has helped us continue to support stroke survivors and their families as they rebuild their lives.

"We are extremely grateful to everyone who took part – it was a fantastic turn out and a great day for everyone involved.”