Fleetwood Colour Run returns in memory of much-loved local mum
Families and friends will gather on Fleetwood beach this Sunday for a vibrant celebration of life, community and colour.
The Fleetwood Colour Run is back for its third year, taking place on the beach next to Marine Hall on Sunday 14 September, with runners meeting from 11.30am for a 12 noon start. The free-to-attend event invites participants of all ages to run through seven powdered paint stations, finishing the course covered in every colour of the rainbow.
Organised by friends and former colleagues of Lisa Birtwistle, the event is held in her memory. Lisa, a mum-of-two from Carleton, tragically died in a road accident in March 2022 at the age of just 32. She worked in Fleetwood as a social prescriber and was known for her dedication to improving health and wellbeing across the community.
The Fleetwood Town FC Community Trust, one of the organisers, said: "After several years of service she moved to Fleetwood Town Community Trust where she oversaw a number of community development projects, largely specific to young people and enhancing opportunities for children to access a range of sports.
“She would then go on to work for Fleetwood Primary Care Network as a Social Prescriber where she would support the residents of Fleetwood in accessing provisions in the town with a wider purpose of tackling health inequalities and bringing people together.
“The Colour Run provided an opportunity to bring her family and friends together, spreading joy and happiness in her memory.”
The event is supported by Fleetwood Primary Care Network, Healthier Fleetwood, and Fleetwood Town FC Community Trust. While Wyre Council is not directly involved, it has promoted the run on its social media channels.
Donations on the day will go towards supporting local cancer charities, and online contributions can also be made.
The Colour Run follows in the footsteps of the popular Blackpool Colour Run, held each summer at Starr Gate in support of Trinity Hospice.
Participants are asked to gather outside Marine Hall before the run begins. Organisers say the event is about more than just fun—it’s a chance to honour Lisa’s legacy and bring the community together in a burst of colour and positivity.