TATTON Park will host the first ever ‘Pretty Muddy’ 10km event this summer, with Cancer Research UK urging women to get ‘down and dirty’ to raise funds.

Cancer Research UK is bringing the race to Knutsford on Saturday, June 24 alongside the established 5km event, followed by the Race for Life 5km and 10km runs the following day.

A women-only 5km or 10km obstacle course, the non-competitive Pretty Muddy event brings added mud and thrills to the fight against cancer.

With scramble nets, climbing frames, inflatable slides and a host of other muddy obstacles dotted along the course, women are urged to put on their trainers and take part.

Laura Taylor, Cancer Research UK’s North West Event Manager, said: “We’re so excited to bring Race for Life Pretty Muddy 10K to Cheshire for the very first time.

“We’re calling on local ladies to limber up and muck in to make it a huge success. We’ve no doubt that they’ve got the muddy motivation to take on the challenge and help beat cancer sooner.

“Race for Life events are not competitive and women can complete the Pretty Muddy course at their own pace, climbing, jumping, walking and laughing their way around.

“Whether they plan to wade their way through the mud or make a big splash, every muddy step they take will help to bring forward the day when all cancers are cured.

“Pretty Muddy has all the fun and camaraderie of our much loved 5k and 10k Race for Life events - but with an extra helping of mud. Our mud-splattered supporters give it their all and the atmosphere is electric as women of all ages, shapes and sizes unite to beat cancer.

“Every day, around 110 people are diagnosed with cancer in the North West. That’s why we’re calling on women to sign up right now.

“By taking part in Race for Life, they can make a real difference. Together, we can stop this devastating disease in its tracks.”

To enter Race for Life Pretty Muddy today go to raceforlife.org or call 0300 123 0770.