Hastings 10k to be bigger and better

Around 1,500 people are expected to enter the January 13 event which is also attracting some famous names in running circles.

Ethopian Kassa Tudesse, British ace Carl Thackery and two unnamed Kenyan stars have already confirmed their entries.

But star of the show is likely to be Charlotte Dale, a 20 year-old runner from Kent who burst onto the distance scene after recording the 6th fastest time of last year in her first ever race - just 20 seconds slower than the best time.

The race starts at 11am at the William Parker Athletic Arena and takes in a marked road course around the town before finishing back at the running track.

There is also a 2km race for under 16s starting at 9.45am and a 800m race for the under 10s at 9.30am.

Spaces are filling up fast and local runners are advised to get their entry forms in as soon as possible.