Parkrun enthusiasts could soon see another route added in County Durham, as plans progress for a potential new event in the area.
Organisers are currently exploring the possibility of establishing a parkrun route at Oakey Park in Stanley.
Ian Goulding, a parkrun event ambassador, said: “We have landowner permission and are in discussion for funding via Durham County Council.”
Since the announcement, organisers are appealing to recruit a core team of volunteers to help make the event happen.
Anyone interested is being invited to attend a meeting on Wednesday, January 14, at 6pm at Craghead Village Hall, where next steps will be discussed.
Mr Goulding said there were “lots of ways” people could get involved, with no running or previous event volunteering experience required.
He said: “We are inviting anyone interested in being involved in this exciting project to discuss next steps with fellow volunteers.”
“There is space for everyone to volunteer in some capacity, so all are welcome.
“People are welcome to bring family and friends along to the meeting.”
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The meeting will take place at Craghead Village Hall, Middles Road, Craghead, Stanley DH9 6AN. Cycle parking and car parking are available on site.
If approved, the event would be based at Oakey Park, Stanley DH9 8AN, and would become a free, weekly, timed 5km parkrun.
Anyone planning to attend the meeting is asked to email ian.goulding@parkrun.com
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