Fast & Furious at Farncombe!

New charity run for MICE agents from around the UK

Farncombe Conference Centre near Broadway in Worcestershire has a reputation for great outdoor activities and this September trail running will be the focus, with the launch of a new 5k charity run aimed at meeting and conference agents.

The Cotswolds-based conference and events venue is launching an exciting competitive challenge around its 400-acre estate.  On Saturday 27^th September, up to 300 runners will Join the “all-terrain” Fast and Furious run through the woods and parklands of Farncombe Estate, before enjoying prizes, food and live music at a post-race party.

Fast & Furious is the name of the event, and it’s the result of a new partnership between Farncombe and MIMN (Meetings Industry Meeting Needs), the registered charity founded by leading members of the conference and events industry.   MIMN aims to raise funds for relevant and worthy causes, especially where a tangible difference can be made.  Recent causes include the purchase of adapted audio equipment for six blind people and a £5,000 technical kit to help severely disabled adults and children use a computer.

It costs £50 to take part (or £35 each for teams of a minimum of 3) and all funds go to MIMN charity projects in the UK and abroad.  This will be an opportunity for agencies to embrace their natural competitiveness and not only go for winners’ glory but prizes too – for the individuals and teams who raise the most money for MIMN.

Arrival is at 10am and a warm-up session will be led by leading fitness company Xtreme Boot Camps.  The race begins at 11am and when it’s all over, Farncombe will play host to a post-race party with a live band and BBQ.  Some accommodation will be available at a preferential rate on 26^th and 27^th September.

To register your interest in participating and/or sponsoring the Fast & Furious event at Farncombe, please email marketing@farncombeestate.co.uk 

Meanwhile, follow Farncombe Conference Centre on twitter @meetcotswolds and use the hashtag #fast&furiousrun