RUNNERS painted Kemble Airfield a rainbow of colours as they took part in the first Flying Colours Run in aid of Cotswold Care Hospice.

More than 600 supporters took part in the fun run, raising more than £25,000 in sponsorship for the county charity.

Volunteers showered runners in powdered colour as they ran or walked around the course.

Stroud mother Teresa Dougherty was taking part with friends and family in memory of her daughter Kelsey Bliss, who died in July at the age of 23.

Kelsey, who had cystic fibrosis, attended the day hospice at Cotswold Care in Minchinhampton.

“She loved going to the hospice because when she was there she could just be herself,” said Teresa.

“Because she was in the company of other people who understand she didn’t have to pretend to be happy and jolly. She could go there and rest.”

Runners donned rainbow tutus, neon sunglasses and wigs to take part in the event.

Nine members of the newly-formed Stroud Valleys Running Club took part in the run. “It’s our first group event and we’re here to enjoy ourselves and to raise money for a good cause,” said Steve Townsend.

Children from Year 4, 5 and 6 at Eastcombe Primary School decorated teacher Adrian Lee’s shirt with goodwill messages.

“It was a fantastic event and we couldn’t have done it without the support of Cotswold Airport, Water Coolers Direct, Angel Springs Water, Asda, Henry Cole Agricultural Suppliers and Chinnick Theatre Services,” said Allie Hogsbjerg, head of fundraising at the hospice.

“The money raised will help pay for more than 1,000 hours hours of hospice at home care for people in their own homes.”

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