THE Darlington 10K returned on Sunday - and runners from around the region were loving it.

More than a thousand people took to the start line across three races - Fun Run, 3K and 10K - with many running for local running clubs or raising money for charities.

It was the first time the event has been held for two years due to the coronavirus pandemic, but came back bigger and better than ever. 

READ MORE: Thousands of runners return to popular Darlington 10K race

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All pictures by Paul Norris

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