Watford Mencap support workers, Neil Palmer and Andy Melville, are training hard to take part in the forthcoming Watford 10k. This annual run will be held on bank holiday Monday, May 4, a Bank Holiday, in Cassiobury Park.

This year, for the first time, all proceeds from the race will be used to help fund Watford Mencap’s children’s centre which supports families with a child or young person that has a learning disability.

Runners of all abilities are invited to take part, with additional shorter races taking place for younger athletes. Places are still available for runners to sign up, and can be booked online at www.watford10k.org.uk.

Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden will be sponsoring the event and any runner raising more than £25 in sponsorship for Watford Mencap will be entered into a draw to win a family ticket to Warner Bros. Studio Tour London - The Making of Harry Potter.

Andy said: “I’ve worked at the children’s centre for 12 years but this is the first time that I’ve entered the 10k. The training is tough but it helps having Neil to motivate me and keep me going.”

Dan Dark, Senior Vice President and Managing Director, Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden, said: “This is a fantastic community event which we are really pleased to be supporting. The facilities that the children’s centre offers are invaluable and every penny that is raised through sponsorship will be put to good use.”