Chelmsley Wood charity signs up to London run

A CHELMSLEY Wood-based charity which supports people with learning disabilities has signed up to take part in a running event in London this autumn
Members of Solihull Life Opportunities (SoLO) are among the first to secure places at the inaugural Parallel London, which is expected to attract over 10,000 participants.
The event will see runners cover distances ranging from 100metres to 10km and is open to people regardless of their age or ability.
Janet Down, SoLO's chief executive (pictured, right), said: "Since taking some members to the London Marathon to support our runner, we have been looking for opportunities for our members to get involved in something on a similar scale.
"Parallel offers just this and we are really excited to be in at the beginning."
A spokesman for the event said: "[It] is not just about racing against the clock, but about celebrating the spirit of togetherness and everyone crossing the finishing line."
The challenge takes place on Sunday, September 4, just days before the opening of the Paralympic Games in Rio.
If you have a disability and would like to get involved, email Janet at janet@solihullsolo.org