Stoke-on-Trent's popular half marathon is set to return this September with a new lease of life.

The iconic Potters 'Arf marathon, which is in its 19th year will return to the city on Sunday 29 September.

The race this year will be delivered by HS Sports in conjunction with Jane Tomlinson's Run For All.

Last year's event saw over 1,700 participants take part, from seasoned runners to junior racers.

Last year's race took place in June and saw over 1,700 runners take part (Nub News).

Councillor Jane Ashworth, leader of Stoke-on-Trent City Council, said: "The Potters 'Arf is one of the most unique, community-spirited races in the UK. It has amazing support right across the city and always has a great atmosphere.

"It also raises thousands of pounds for local charities – including UHNM Charity, which provides millions of pounds in additional funding for University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust, Douglas Macmillan Hospice, who support adults and children with life limiting illnesses and The Alice Charity – who work to improve the lives of families in crisis.

"The event is aimed at people of all abilities and is the perfect way to become a new you in 2024 and start training for now."

The Potters 'Arf marathon is now in its 19th year (Nub News).

HS Sports and Run For All jointly said: "Having already established a successful working partnership in the delivery of similar mass participation events across multiple local authorities in England, HS Sports in conjunction with Jane Tomlinson's Run For All are thrilled to have the opportunity to work with Stoke-on-Trent City Council to deliver the prestigious Potters 'Arf.

"Collaboratively, we plan to embed the knowledge and experience of event planning and delivery which Jane Tomlinson's Run For All are known for in this sector, alongside the local knowledge and technical expertise on hand from HS Sports to make sure the whole event continues to be a success. Our aim is to work with the council and other key stakeholders to take the event to the next level, whilst continuing to ensure that the Potters 'Arf holds its place as one of the best within the local areas running events calendar."

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