Registration for this year’s Run and Walk for Solas has hit 1,500.

The major fundraiser for the Solas Cancer Support Centre takes place in Dungarvan on October 10th and in Waterford City on Octber 11th – and WLR is proud media partner again this year.

Registration details and further information about the event can be found here

Around 4,000 participants took part in last year’s event. View a photo gallery here

This year, Solas celebrates 25 years of supporting people affected by cancer, while also commemorating 15 years since the opening of its Williamstown Centre and 10 years of service at its Dungarvan Centre.

The 10K Run and Walk in Dungarvan starts at 10am on Saturday 10th October at Walton Park.

The 10k Run and Walk on Sunday 11th October starts at 10.00am on the Quay in Waterford City.

The popular 4K walk will also be available this year to both Waterford and Dungarvan, encouraging families to take part in tandem with the 10K routes.

A virtual option is also available and workplaces are being encouraged to once again #GoOrangeForSolas.