THOUSANDS of runners are expected to lace up their trainers for the 2018 Bournemouth Bay Run in April.

The event, supported by the British Heart Foundation and sponsored by Health-on-Line, will offer half marathon, 10k and 5k races. There will also be a 1k family fun run.

In total, 4,500 spaces are available.

Runners are invited to dress as superheroes for the event.

Race director Tom Powell said: "It’s so much fun - that’s really what the day is all about."

The run will take place on Sunday, April 8.

Online applications will open soon. The closing date for entries is Friday, March 23. To register an interest, visit bhf.org.uk