Teens run in aide of tragic friend at Barry 10K 2023

One of those stories was that of a group of teens running in aid of their friend who tragically took her own life.

Lauren Wilson died in April. In heartfelt scenes, mum Debra was on the start line on Sunday to cheer on her daughter’s friends as they raised money for suicide-awareness.

Friends running for tragic Lauren who took her own life (Image: Newsquest)

They were raising money for charity Papyrus (Image: Newsquest)

Watch the video below and see the scenes at the start of the Barry 10K, 2023.

Despite the drab summer weather we’ve been having so far, it was a glorious sunny day for the run, with near-ideal running conditions – not too windy and not too hot.

It meant thousands - and we mean thousands - descended on Barry Island - including everyone's favourite weatherman Derek Brockway!

Everyone was prepped and ready, with a strong whiff of deep heat in the air at the starting line...

The event started and finished at Barry Island, hosting the fourth and final fixture in the 2023 Run 4 Wales 10km Series.

Popular among runners for its scenic route and seaside views, landmarks include Whitmore Bay, The Knap and Romilly Park.

Over 3,200 runners registered to take part across the 10K and junior races, with elite race wins for Lily Partridge (34:32), Shaun Antell (30:46) and Ron Price (47:24).

• See race results in the elite races, here.

Run 4 Wales organised the event and chief executive Matt Newman was delighted with the success of the race.

Mr Newman said: “Being born and raised in Barry, it’s always special seeing thousands of runners descend on the town for the ABP Barry Island 10K. The support today has been absolutely fantastic so it’s been a really enjoyable weekend.”

To donate to charity papyrus suicide awareness, go to www.papyrus-uk.org.