By KLTV Newsdesk –

Emotional tributes and joyful memories at the heart of children’s hospice fundraiser on 14th June

Forget Me Not Children’s Hospice is bringing its much-loved Colour Run back to Huddersfield’s Greenhead Park on Saturday 14th June, and the community is once again being called on to run, walk, or dance their way through a vibrant celebration of life, love, and support.

This year’s family-friendly event, featuring 3km and 5km runs, promises an explosion of colour, laughter, and community spirit. Many taking part will be families who’ve experienced first-hand the compassionate care offered by the children’s hospice.

“The Idea Is to Have Fun and Raise Money for the Wonderful Charity That Supported My Family”

Among those returning to take part is Madeleine North, who ran last year with her cousin Holly and friend Ruby in memory of her brother Alexander, who died just weeks before the event, aged 18.

Madeleine reflected on her experience: “The Colour Run was a fantastic event. Brilliantly organised and supported by so many for such a worthy cause – Forget Me Not, which supported our family after Alexander was born in 2006 with a rare brain condition.

“He enjoyed many respite breaks at the hospice, Russell House, with wonderfully caring and attentive staff who were keen to ensure his routines were followed. It was a home from home for him.

“After his passing in May 2024, the staff supported us brilliantly. We all spent time at the hospice, and we received counselling from the amazing team.

“I would encourage anyone to take part in the Colour Run. Whether you run or walk, the idea is to have fun, get covered in colour and raise money for this wonderful charity that deserves everyone’s support. There certainly seemed to be much laughter and joy on the day!”

Making Every Step Count

Last year, Madeleine and her team were the event’s top fundraisers, raising over £6,000 to support other families facing similarly difficult journeys.

Georgia Lane, fundraising manager at Forget Me Not, praised the commitment of supporters: “It means the world to us that many of the families we’ve supported take part in the Colour Run – as a way to celebrate their child and to show their support for us – it makes it such a special event.

“Last year, Madeleine and her team were our top fundraisers, raising an incredible £6,133!

“As a charity, we rely on the money raised at events like the Colour Run to help us provide the vital care and support that families like Madeleine’s rely on.

“That’s why we encourage all our colour runners to raise at least £25 each. Those that do will get a fun pin badge as a reward for their efforts!”

Event Details

📍 Venue: Greenhead Park, Trinity Street, Huddersfield, HD1 4DT
📅 Date: Saturday 14th June 2025
⏰ Time: 11 am – 3 pm

Schedule:

• 11:00am – Registration & music begins

• 1:10pm – Official dance warm-up

• 1:25pm – Registration closes

• 1:30pm – 5km run starts

• 1:40pm – 3km run starts

• 3:00pm – Event ends

Tickets are available now at www.forgetmenotchild.co.uk/colourrun and include a 2025 Colour Run t-shirt. All participants will receive a special medal on the day.

The event is proudly sponsored by the Charlesworth Family Group, and all funds raised will go towards supporting local children with life-shortening conditions and their families.