The occasion offers both a physical challenge and a fun day for runners of all ages and abilities, with proceeds going towards the commendable cause of helping underprivileged children in Phuket.
Taking place next Sunday (July 14), with a 6am start at Nai Harn Beach and taking runners along the picturesque Promthep Cape, participants will take on either a 5-kilometre Fun Run, a 2.5km Pet Run, or the 10.5km Mini Marathon.
As the organisers state, “the Accor Heartbreak Hill Mini-Marathon 2024 is more than just a run; it is a celebration of community spirit and a commitment to making a positive impact [which] embodies our commitment to promoting a healthy lifestyle, community engagement, and supporting charitable causes.”
Every step taken across the three distance events will contribute to a brighter future for underprivileged children via donations by the Accor Group’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program which helps develop education opportunities such as language facilities for children based in local schools nearby the Accor hotel in Phuket Town.
The last time the event was held in Phuket was September 2022 when over 1,700 people joined in the fun. The previous time it took place on the island was in 2018 prior to COVID-19-related disruptions that saw most local and international events postponed or cancelled.
Registration is closed as the three categories very quickly hit their quota although people are still welcome to come along and enjoy the fun on the day, organisers said.
For more information on this year’s event please visit www.facebook.com/HeartBreakHillsPhuket.