A MEETING of sponsors has marked the official launch of this year’s Keighley BigK 10K.

The annual event, in aid of Oxenhope Sue Ryder hospice Manorlands, once again takes place on Mother’s Day – which this year falls on March 31.

Keighley’s Airedale Shopping Centre and Colin Appleyard are returning as sponsors.

And they will be joined by Holroyds Estate Agents and Keybury Fire & Security.

Representatives gathered at Cliffe Castle as the countdown got underway to the extravaganza, now in its 12th year.

The 10k starts and finishes at Victoria Park, and follows a multi-terrain route around the town.

An ‘early-bird’ entry of £13 for adults and £8 for children is available until midnight next Thursday, February 28.

There is also a cut-price fee for teams of five.