IT’S that time of year again — the annual Cornwall Fire, Rescue and Community Safety Service half marathon will be taking place on Sunday, February 19.

The charity event, set in the grounds of Lanhydrock House, gives runners a hilly 13.1 mile multi terrain course, surrounded by amazing views throughout to make the hills just that bit more bearable.

Proceeds from this year’s event will go to Ellie’s Haven and the Fire Fighters’ Charity.

The event continues to gain popularity and this, the sixth year, is set to be the biggest yet. This year’s race will also be used as one of a couple of qualifying events for the Inter Celtic Trail Running Championship, where Andy Trudgian from Mud Crew Trail Runners, is looking for a team of four men and four women to join the Cornish team, to compete in the championship in Brittany in early June.

Starting and finishing at Bodmin College, the race starts at 10am with registration from 8.30am. Prizes are on offer for 1st, 2nd and 3rd male and female finishers. The event is open to anyone aged over 17.

A payment of £19 entry fee and £17 for affiliated club runners must be paid for in advance. For entry on the day, there is a £22 charge, and £20 for affiliated club runners.

For more information, visit www.cornwall.gov.uk/halfmarathon.