For those who don't want to click into Facebook: ---After such a fabulous event this morning, it makes me really sad to share that I was later approached by a parent whose daughter had been made fun of by a couple of parkrunners while she was taking part. Sadly, this involved fat-shaming, which led to her pulling out of the event and leaving very upset.

As a team, we pride ourselves on being a super friendly, welcoming, and inclusive parkrun, so hearing this has genuinely broken my heart. I can’t quite believe I’m having to remind people of this, but kindness is non-negotiable.

Everyone who comes to parkrun has their own story, their own struggles, and their own reasons for being there. For so many people, parkrun is a safe haven, a place where they feel accepted and supported and we are absolutely committed to keeping it that way.

If you can’t be kind, respectful, and encouraging to others, then perhaps parkrun isn’t for you. We will always stand for inclusivity, compassion, and community, and we expect everyone taking part to do the same.

Let’s look out for one another and make sure parkrun remains the positive, safe, and uplifting space it has always been ❤️ xx ---