Memorial run to remember soldier set to return once more

Organisers hope to raise cash for fund set up in his name

A special event to raise funds in honour of a Fife soldier who died during the London Marathon will return for its second year in 2018, it has been confirmed.

Organisers of the Captain David Seath 5K Memorial Run say the event will again take place in Dunfermline’s Pittencrieff Park on Sunday April 22, in memory of the soldier, who died in April 2016.

The event will not only commemorate the life of Captain Seath, who was just 31, but will also raise thousands of pounds for the memorial fund established in his name. So far, it has raised more than £273,000 and provided 220 welfare grants to personnel and veterans living with life-changing physical injuries and psychological trauma.

The 2018 event will welcome runners, walkers and dog-joggers of all ages and abilities to complete three laps of the park run circuit.

David’s brother Gary, one of the organisers, said: “Last year we were overwhelmed by the support, which contributed to a wonderful sense of solidarity.

“We are delighted the run will return for its second year and we look forward to welcoming everyone, once again.”

A blog post by the Captain David Seath Memorial Fund said: “Putting a fitness plan together now provides the perfect excuse to enjoy that extra mince pie, tempting party food or one or two festive drinks.

“There will, of course, be times when you question your sanity in the next couple of months as you venture out into the Duloch Tundra and gaze at the warm inviting glow of many a festive scene.

“However, the truth will come out during the thaw and it will all prove worth the dedication and resilience by the time the spring sunshine shows itself, which shall contribute an immense sense of satisfaction.”

For information, visit eventbrite.co. uk/e/captain-david-seath-5k-memorialrunwalk-tickets

Picture: PA. Captain David Seath died during the London Marathon.