Sir Mo Farah was a special guest at a sponsored fun run which saw 400 participants take on either a 2km or 5km route. Joined by his wife and their children, Sir Mo held an online auction of the trainers and vest he wore to run in his final London Marathon.
OLYMPIC INSPIRATION: Sir Mo Farah lead the warm-up at the Oasis Children’s Charity's first-ever sponsored fun run
On the day, 400 participants arrived at the gates of Danes Hill School to run either the 2km or 5km routes marked out around the school site. Runners of all ages took part in the challenge. The Oasis Children’s Charity aims to safeguard children and ensure they are in a loving, family environment. The Charity's outreach team works tirelessly with an increasing number of referrals.
The winners were announced on the day by trustee Amna Boheim and the Farah family. Medals were awarded for the best effort, the quickest runs and the best dressed.
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