Phil Tufnell, former England cricketer and Brain Tumour UK Patron,  calls on the people of Britain to take part in RelayGB, Britain’s world record attempt for distance relay running.

RelayGB is an ambitious challenge that will see hundreds of runners covering 2,600 miles in 119 non-stop, back to back marathons while raising £500,000 in aid of Brain Tumour UK.

The event, which is supported by adidas, is taking place between 4 - 23 May 2012 and will attempt to break the current world record for long distance relay running at 1,923 miles.

Who can take part?

Runners of all abilities can take part and at least two of the six runners on each 26 mile leg will need to be able to run a marathon in under four hours. You can enter as individuals or as teams doing a ‘relay within a relay‘ sharing the 26 mile leg. Corporate and running club entries are also welcome.

Phil said: "I’m calling on the British public to dust off your trainers and join in RelayGB. This exciting new challenge event is your chance to take part in a world record attempt and help raise half a million for Brain Tumour UK. So sign up today.”

How do I get involved?

The route starts in London and will follow the coastline of Britain. Once the route is completed and verified, everyone who runs will be able to say that they took part in a world record.

There is a £50 entry fee for individual runners and £80 for teams. Each runner will also be asked to raise a £1000 minimum sponsorship.

Visit www.relaygb.org now to find out more and sign up.

Help us fund more brain tumour research

RelayGB Director, John Stanford started fundraising for Brain Tumour UK after witnessing the devastating effects of the disease on his long-time friend and colleague, David Fryer who was diagnosed in 2005.

“It’s frightening seeing what David’s going through,” explains John. “It’s a constant battle with operations, chemotherapy and convalescence. It puts life and its problems into a sharp perspective."

Jenny Baker, Brain Tumour UK Chief Executive, said: “John’s energy, dedication and enthusiasm is amazing. We can’t thank him enough. RelayGB will be an epic and inspirational event. With the money we raised from RelayGB we hope to double the amount of money we invest in research in 2012.”