TransPennine Express (TPE) has been named official train partner of The Great Run Series and will be providing discounted tickets from towns and cities across the North to some of the UK’s most popular running and swimming events.
Those travelling to events including the Simplyhealth Great Manchester Run, John West Great North Swim or the Simplyhealth Great North Run on 8 September can leave the car and stress at home and get a special 10 per cent discount off advanced fares.
This exclusive offer which is available for runners and their supporters can be booked online: tpexpress.co.uk/special-offers/great-run-train-travel or via the TPE app using the code GreatRun.
The Great Run Series offer a range of sporting events across destinations including: Manchester, Windermere, Newcastle and Glasgow.
Darren Higgins, Commercial Director for TransPennine Express commented: “We are proud to be the official train partner for The Great Run Series and will soon be transporting runners from destinations across the North direct to some of the UKs most popular running events.
“We want to encourage runners to leave the car at home and sit back, relax and let us take them direct to the heart of the event.”
Jennifer Isaac, Commercial Director at Great Run said: “We’re excited to be continuing our partnership with TransPennine Express.
“We have a commitment to helping our runners and swimmers have great race experiences, which will all be further enhanced by a hassle-free journey to the start line.”
Full terms and conditions can be found at tpexpress.co.uk/greatrun
To find our more or to enter a Great Run event visit www.greatrun.org.
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