SOUTH West Water has opened applications for a fun run at Roadford Reservoir to raise money for Devon Air Ambulance Trust.

The event, to be held on Sunday, April 19, will cater to runners of all abilities with participants able to choose the distance which suits them best, from 2.5k, 5k or 10k.

All participants will be given a personalised runner’s bib and at the finish line everyone will receive goody bags and medals – with trophies going to the winners of first, second and third places for each race.

Tickets cost £15 with all proceeds going to Devon Air Ambulance Trust who respond to emergencies, including serious illness and injuries, 365 days a year, relying on charitable donations alone.

Launched in 1992, Devon Air Ambulance Trust’s crew of pilots, paramedics and doctors provide rapid care, by air or by road, when its needed most.

“Devon Air Ambulance would like to thank all the runners taking part in this year's South West Water Roadford Reservoir run,” said a spokesperson for the charity.

“We are incredibly grateful for their support and wish them the very best of luck. Every year we respond to hundreds of missions across Devon and neighbouring counties.”

Dani Twelvetree, Head of Customer Communications and Engagement at South West Water, said: “We are so pleased to be hosting this fun run at Roadford Reservoir.

“All the proceeds of the fun run will go to Devon Air Ambulance Trust and all the amazing work they do responding so swiftly to emergencies in the community.”

Roadford Reservoir has an on-site café and the area boasts a variety of natural habitats including grasslands, woodlands, pastures and orchards, making it the perfect place for runners and supporters to relax and enjoy the surroundings.