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More than 1,500 runners are expected to take on the Castle 2 Castle run this weekend, in aid of cancer charity Velindre.

The 10.5-mile run starts at Caerphilly Castle and finishes at Cardiff Castle – taking runners along the scenic Taff Trail in the process.

The run was first established in 2014 when Velindre ambassador Steve Sullivan and fellow members of Caerphilly Runners ran from Caerphilly Castle to Cardiff Castle in preparation of the Cardiff Half Marathon.

Last year, the event helped raise more than £100,000 for the charity.

This year’s event, which takes place between 8am and 2pm on Sunday September 14, has been organised by Velindre and Caerphilly Runners.

The money raised during the event helps fund research and clinical trials, as well as treatments and care and support services for cancer patients and their families across south Wales.

Velindre is asking all participants to raise a minimum sponsorship of £50 each.

All runners must be aged 16 or above to take part. Visit Velindre’s website to enter.