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'Samarathon' challenge launched to boost King's Lynn Samaritans




A Lynn charity is inviting its supporters to run, walk, cycle or swim a marathon distance over the month of July to raise funds for their branch.

Nationally, Samaritans has launched ‘Samarathon’ – a virtual marathon – as a fundraising initiative that encourages supporters to complete a marathon distance in their own time over the 31 days of the month.

Officials at King’s Lynn Samaritans say they want the challenge to motivate more people to get active to improve their mental wellbeing, rather than focus on a single physical endurance challenge that requires participants to run 26.2 miles in one stretch.

King's Lynn Samaritans branch (37328669)
King's Lynn Samaritans branch (37328669)

That is why ‘Samarathon’ is inviting Lynn residents to take it on at their own pace.

Rachel Goldsmith, branch director at King’s Lynn Samaritans in Queen Street said: “This is a challenge you can do on your own, with members of your household, or join with friends, family and work mates virtually, supporting each other’s progress wherever you are.

“Now more than ever we know getting active works wonders for your mental wellbeing.

Smaritans' 'Samarathon' challenge (37330000)
Smaritans' 'Samarathon' challenge (37330000)

"Samarathon is a great goal to motivate people to go at that their own pace. Whatever your age or ability, it’s a challenge to do in your time, at your pace, wherever you live or work.

"This fitness fundraising initiative is focused on feeling good. We hope supporters will encourage their friends and family of all ages to take part as it’s an achievable challenge they can share and enjoy."

Mrs Goldsmith said the "current climate" means the charity needs the public's continued support.

"Due to the cancellation of many of our fundraising events, we’re facing a significant loss of funding, so we’re urging the public to help us ensure that we continue to be here for anyone who needs support," she added.

"Its free to sign up to Samarathon, but we’d love for everyone to raise whatever they can to support their local branch of Samaritans and help us be there for anyone struggling to cope.”

With this year’s theme of ‘kindness’, Samaritans is calling on people to be kind to themselves, to get active and boost their wellbeing, as well as be kind enough to raise valuable funds to ensure Samaritans can deliver a critical service to the local community.

To sign up for free, go to www.samaritans.org/samarathon and highlight the King’s Lynn Branch to receive your support.

Alternatively to donate directly to the Lynn Samaritans branch, visit uk.virginmoneygiving.com/donation-web/charity?charityId=1019292.

Anyone can contact Samaritans free any time from any phone on 116 123, even a mobile without credit.

Alternatively email jo@samaritans.org or visit www.samaritans.org.



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