Family-friendly colour run returns this summer to raise funds for hospice

The Rainbow Run Cornwall returns on Saturday, June 20 at RAF St Mawgan to raise funds for Children's Hospice South West; last year more than 1,500 people took part and £107,000 was raised for Little Harbour.

The Rainbow Run Cornwall, a family-friendly colour run, returns on Saturday, June 20 at RAF St Mawgan in Newquay. Now in its 12th year, the event raises funds for Children's Hospice South West (CHSW). The 5km flat course is open to people aged five and over and passes through eight colour stations where participants are covered in powder paint. Last year more than 1,500 people took part and the event raised £107,000 for CHSW's Little Harbour hospice. Key details: - Date and venue: Saturday, June 20 at RAF St Mawgan, Newquay. - Course and age: 5km flat course open to ages five and over, with eight colour stations. - Participation and reward: Everyone who completes the course will receive a Rainbow Run medal. - Fundraising and ticketing: Participants are asked to raise £35 each or £93 per family; early‑bird tickets are £14 for adults and £7 for children until Tuesday, April 2. - Charitable impact: Last year the event raised £107,000; Little Harbour supports more than 110 families and costs around £4m a year to run. - Sponsors: Event sponsor Kernow Coatings, with individual paint stations sponsored by Steve Andrews Tyres, Moose Toys, Biffa and Happy Days Nurseries. Summary: The event combines a family day out with fundraising for CHSW's Little Harbour hospice and continues to attract a range of participants including families, fitness groups and businesses. Organisers say sponsorship and participation have grown over the years. Early‑bird ticketing and participant sponsorship targets are in place ahead of the June 20 event. Further logistical details and ticketing were reported as available from the organiser.