LAST weekend saw over 200 runners aged between two and 78 years of age participate in the Run 4 Rosie in memory of a much-loved Chagford resident.

The event in Chagford on March 9 and 10 raised money for the Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation, in memory of Rosie Webber.

A swathe of people in blue and orange Roy Castle Run 4 Rosie vests headed off at 9am, after the event was opened by Rosie’s husband Rod Webber.

Throughout the next 24 hours, runners braved the elements to take on 5k, 10k, or ten mile routes, many completing multiple laps.

The day’s hero was undoubtedly experienced ultra-runner Joseph Bradley, who astonishingly ran for the whole 24 hours, an unbelievable achievement for the most seasoned runner.

Many other runners also challenged themselves to run further than they ever have before.

Almost 1,500km were accumulated in total, certainly helped by the youngest participants in the mini marathons clocking up over 100km between them!

The event has raised an incredible £11,500 so far, with sponsorship money still being collected.

The Webber family would like to wholeheartedly thank everybody involved; runners, helpers, donators and supporters who all came together to make this a truly wonderful weekend.