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Running for charity is one of the most rewarding experiences you can have, whether you’re a seasoned runner or just starting out this is the challenge for you!

Run for Team Shine and our support network will be with you every step of the way, offering fundraising and training advice, sponsorship forms, online giving facilities and a quality running vest. By getting involved you will be helping to raise vital funds so we can continue to offer our valuable services.

We are always delighted to welcome new (and returning) runners for Team Shine, whatever their ability. To contact the Fundraising Team email

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Bupa Great North Run

Event Date/Time: September 16, 2012 9:00AM – 2:00PM
Location: Newcastle, Gateshead.

The Bupa Great North Run is the world's largest half marathon taking place annually each September. Participants run between Newcastle upon Tyne and South Shields in England. The first Great North Run was staged on 28 June 1981, when 12,000 runners participated. By 2011, the number of participants had…

Event Date/Time: October 14, 2012 10:00AM – 3:00PM
Location: Peterborough

In 2011, 4200 entered the Half Marathon and 1400 entered the Fun Run. The event recorded the third fastest Half Marathon time in the country: 62mins 28secs and the womens course record was broken by Liz Yelling who ran the race in 72mins 14 secs. This is an ideal…

Event Date/Time: April 21, 2013
Location: London

The London Marathon is one of the biggest running events in the world and one of the five top world marathons that make up the World Marathon Majors competition, which has a $1 million prize purse. It has been held each spring in London since 1981. In addition to…

Please note: If you wish to apply for a guaranteed charity place, we do ask for a non-refundable registration fee and a commitment to a minimum sponsorship level. However, you can also apply for your own place through the ballot and if you choose to run for Shine you will receive the same level of support and advice.

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Did You Know?

Babies born prematurely are at increased risk of developing hydrocephalus.

Para-athletes with spina bifida and hydrocephalus compete in sports ranging from cycling to dressage.

Each used mobile phone or ipod donated raises around £5 for Shine.

Hydrocephalus may affect memory, concentration and behaviour.

The usual treatment for hydrocephalus is to insert a shunt into the brain.

CSF stands for cerebro-spinal fluid.

Hydrocephalus is a build up of excess fluid in the brain.

Shine is always looking for Marathon Runners to help with fundraising.

Benny Bear is a teddy with hydrocephalus who helps children understand the condition.

Shine has over 2400 followers on Facebook.

Spina bifida occulta is a hidden form of spina bifida.

Shine can raise money by recycling your used inkjet cartridges, toners or CDs and DVDs.

Most babies with spina bifida undergo surgery within 48 hours of birth.

Some babies with spina bifida are now operated on before they are born via keyhole surgery.

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