Two Castles run - disruption inevitable

This the biggest sporting event in Kenilworth, will see hundreds of supporters along the route cheering on the runners and around 7,000 people will visit the Castle grounds over the hour or so the field will take to finish.

The event raises large sums for charity, around £130,000 last year. Our run is now considered the most prestigious 10K event in the midlands. Runner safety is of paramount importance for all, and also due to statutory requirements introduced last year, all of the roads along the route have to be closed for enough time for the field to pass.

The Rotary Club Of Kenilworth have employed a road closure management Contractor to ensure we comply with the law and keep the closure times to a minimum to keep disruption to citizens as short as possible.

Rotary club members have delivered letters giving full details to all residents living in the roads affected. Clearly marked diversions will be set up again to keep disruption minimal.

The club is aware that some residents may feel that this arrangement is an inconvenience to them even if of short duration.

We with respect ask for a repeat of the patience shown in the past years, and hope when weighed against the huge benefits to local and national charities, and the prestige this event gives the town, all will feel the event warrants the small disruption caused. - Bob Kelly, press officer of the Rotary Club, Kenilworth.