AN annual run in aid of Autism Wessex will take place at the Somerley Estate in Ringwood on Saturday January 6.

The event will kick start the charity's 50th birthday celebrations.

As well as a 10km route, there will also be a 2km fun run.

Fiona Hawkins, fundraising executive at Autism Wessex said: “It’s our 50th birthday next year and we are planning a year-long celebration, kicking off with our Somerley Winter Run in January.

"We would love as many people as possible to take part, from regular runners to those looking for a challenge, as well as children and families.

“At the run we will be launching our Team 50 challenge initiative; we are looking for 50 people to take on a challenge and pledge to raise £50 for us in 2018. Why not sign up to take part in Somerley as one of our Team 50 challengers?”

The 10km run will start at 11am and the fun run will follow at 11.20am.

Go to autismwessex.org.uk/events and select Somerley Winter Run.