STAFF from Barratt Homes are urging people to lace up their trainers as the five star housebuilder has signed up as the sponsor of the Romsey-based Relay Marathon for the second year running

The Barratt Homes Relay Marathon will be held on Sunday, May 14 with entries now open.

The annual charity event, which has raised more than £70,000 for worthy causes since its inception in 2013, will take place at Broadlands Estate and is open to all ages and abilities.

The unique event sees teams of up to 10 members take it in turn to run two laps of a 1.3 mile course before passing the baton to the next team member. The oldest competitor to date has been aged over 80 and the youngest eight.

Michelle Storer from Barratt Homes said: “We’re excited about this year’s Barratt Homes Relay Marathon, which is set to be bigger and better than ever and it’s great to be involved again.

“The event offers a perfect opportunity for residents, businesses and community groups to come together and do something fantastic for charity while keeping fit. Our Barratt Homes team has been training hard and we want as many people as possible to pull on their trainers and join us.”

Event organiser, Charlie Daniel-Hobbs said the generosity of sponsors means that the organisers are able to ensure that every penny the teams raise go to the charities and good causes of their choice.

The race begins at 10am and entry is £120 per team of up to 10, with a reduction of £20 for teams that enter early.

To sign up or volunteer as a marshal visit visit romseymarathon.co.uk.