Runners from across Worksop came together this week as Your Training Partner supported the national Let’s Lift the Curfew campaign, with more than 30 participants dressed in pink to raise awareness of women’s safety when exercising outdoors after dark.

The Let’s Lift the Curfew movement, led by This Girl Can and supported by Sport England, aims to highlight the reality that many women alter their routes, routines, and activity levels during the darker winter months because of concerns about their personal safety.

Research from the campaign shows that more than half of women feel unsafe exercising outdoors alone after dark.

This event saw runners of all abilities link up in a show of support for women across the community, reinforcing the message that no woman should have to change where, when, or how she exercises because of safety concerns.

Runners donned pink outfits and came together to support the Let's Lift the Curfew Campaign.

placeholder image — Runners donned pink outfits and came together to support the Let's Lift the Curfew Campaign.

Adrian Hopkinson for Your Training Partner said: "We were incredibly proud to see over 30 people join us wearing pink in support of Let’s Lift the Curfew.

“As a community-based running group, we firmly believe that every woman should feel safe, supported and confident when getting active outdoors.

"Our women’s sessions and community runs are designed to provide exactly that environment.”

The group is extending an open invitation to women of all ages and abilities to go along and join one of its regular sessions throughout the week, as follows;

Monday – 6pm - Your Space, Worksop

Wednesday – 6am - St Anne’s Church, Worksop (Early Birds)

Afternoon - Ashes Park Slow Girl Run Club – this is exclusively for women and was established to create a supportive, welcoming environment where women can exercise together, build confidence and enjoy running without pressure.

Friday 6am - SureStart, Worksop. 6pm - location varies (latest details available online)

All session details, event updates and meeting locations can be found through the Your Training Partner Facebook Group and Facebook Page.

Your Training Partner welcomes complete beginners through to experienced runners and aims to make fitness accessible, inclusive and enjoyable for everyone.

As winter nights draw in, the group hopes more local women will see the benefits of training together and discover the confidence that comes from being part of a supportive community.

For more information, session details, and upcoming events, visit the Your Training Partner Facebook Group and Facebook Page.