by Joe Jeffrey
Leisure Kingdom boss set to raise money in charity run
The chairman of motorhome manufacturer Leisure Kingdom and self-proclaimed ‘caravan king’ Don Amott is set to take part in a 2k charity run to raise money for sufferers of asbestos cancer.
The run, which forms part of the Great Northern Run and is organised by Derby-based triathlon kit-maker Huub, is set to take place down disused railway line on 6 March.
Funds raised by Amott will go to support equipment and training costs for Mickleover Cricket Club, as well as for Mesothelioma UK, which supports people with asbestos cancer.
The ‘caravan king’ said: “I would not regard myself as a runner so not sure how I will get on but I was keen to show my support for this and to give it a go.
“This is a great event for everyone and I really hope that the local community – both in Mickleover and further afield – will take this opportunity to enter or come along on the day and cheer on the runners.
“Local sports clubs rely on fund-raising and volunteers to keep going so we really need people to get behind the Great Northern event.”
The Great Northern Run is named after the disused railway line on which the event takes place. Participants can choose whether to run a half-marathon, 10k or 2k and entertainment and refreshments will be provided afterwards at MIckleover Cricket Club.
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