Hundreds of runners, joggers and walkers of all ages, cheered on by a legion of spectators, took part in the run, which is now in its 20th year.
On such a warm day, the water stations en route were gratefully received!. But the hardy and enthusiastic participants are expected to have raised thousands of pounds for the charity, Cancer Research UK, adding to the amazing £1 million generated from previous years.
Simon West, the chair of the organising committee, which is made up of dedicated volunteers, exclaimed on the event’s Facebook page: “Wow, just wow!
"Thank you all so much for making the run so amazing. I know it was a little hot but what a great turnout you created, and the atmosphere was something else. I hope you all enjoyed it.”
Three runs wended their way through the sun-baked streets of Louth town centre and the Hubbard’s Hills country park. A junior run for under-12s over one kilometre at 10 am was followed by a women’s 5k half an hour later and then a men’s 5k from 11.45 am.
The winners of all were celebrated, with medals, goodie-bags and bottles of water for all finishers. But for many, the event wasn’t a competitive race. It was simply a means of enjoying a day out and raising funds for a very worthy cause. Many even completed the course in fancy dress.
The event was started by the Mayor of Louth, Coun Karen Parsons, and compered by BBC Radio Lincolnshire’s Ross Carrick, supported by DJ Rick Howell.
It was supported by a host of local businesses through sponsorship and donations. And on such a happy day for Louth, not a soul complained about the road closures!
Check out our photos below, which capture the spirit of the annual event. They have been supplied by Holly Parkinson, of the Lincoln-based Holly P. Photography
1. Million pound man Rick
Businessman Rick Howell donated £15,000 earlier this year to take the Louth Run For Life fundraising total to more than £1 million, Here he is (centre) with Andrea Day, of Cancer Research UK, and Simon West, chair of the event's organising committee. Photo: Holly P. Photography
2. Heavy work for this quintet
It's heavy work for this quintet but sharing the load are (from left), Martin Graves, Ben Ham, Adam Barrett, Steve Smith and Alec Kurswell, who took part to promote the Louth Veterans Charitable Fund. Photo: Holly P. Photography
3. Warming up with Donna
Fitness instructor Donna Maher overseeing the warm-up for the women's five-kilometre race. Photo: Holly P. Photography
4. All dressed up for the occasion
All dressed up for the occasion are (from left) Sam Sherwood, Netty Hall and Zoe Bristow, who took part in the women's five-kilometre race. Photo: Holly P. Photography