Partnership with Ayr Running Festival

We're pleased to announce that Combat Stress is the official 2018 charity partner of the Ayr Running Festival.

Our partnership aims to encourage supporters to take part in either the 10k or 5k race on 29 August 2018 to help raise vital funds. Both routes, which start at the Citadel Leisure Centre, pass beautiful scenery and are suitable for all abilities.

Robert Marsh, Director Income Generation said:

“We’re pleased to announce our partnership with the Ayr running festival for 2018.

“Each year we receive 2,000 referrals from former servicemen and women with trauma-related mental health problems such as anxiety, depression and post-traumatic stress disorder.

“It’s vital that we raise awareness and funds for the charity so we can continue to support every veteran that comes to us for help, the Ayr running festival is a great way for us to do this.

“With our treatment centre, Hollybush House, being in Ayr, this is a great opportunity for us to raise awareness of Combat Stress. Having the support of the public makes a huge difference to us, it would be fantastic for the community to get behind the charity and take part in this event.”

John Lloyd, Race Director and Founder of Cannonball Events said: 

“We are delighted to have such a fantastic charity partner for this year’s event.  

“It’s Cannonball Events’ intention to help Combat Stress raise funds and awareness so they can continue to be there for every veteran who contacts the charity for help.

“There are lots of ways you can get involved and help the charity. Whether you’re running and raising money for Combat Stress, sponsoring someone to run, or making a donation at the event – every penny will go a long way to ensuring the charity can continue to provide life-changing treatment.” 

To apply for a Combat Stress place or for more information please visit  cannonballevents.co.uk/ayr-running-festival