Half marathon forms available

The race takes place on March 16 and forms can be obtained at Observer offices, sports shops, sports centres, Scollays, Scorpio, Sporties and Abbeygate at Battle, as well as on the net at www.hastings-half.co.uk

There is also a mini-run for young runners between 11-16 years old.

So why not set your goal for March 16 next year to raise funds for a needy cause or charity which is close to your heart.

For more information tel (01424) 844608, fax (01424) 848713 or apply to 219 Harley Shute Road, St. Leonards-on-Sea, East Sussex TN38 9JJ.