THERE is still time for people to sign up to the first ever children's Acomb Fun Run.

The event, for four to 14 year olds, will take place this Sunday, July 23 at Carr Infants and Junior School.

Everyone who takes part in the 2km run will receive a medal, and friends and family members will also be able to take part in a 1km on the day.

The event is free and places can be booked online by going to www.eventbrite.co.uk and searching for Acomb Fun Run.

The city council's Cllr Nigel Ayre said: “This promises to be a great event hoping to inspire people to try something new in a fun and family friendly environment.

"Events such as these are all part of our efforts to help people to get active and have fun while doing so.

"Places for the fun run are limited so we would encourage people to book in advance and hope they enjoy the day."

The fun run is the first of two summer events taking place in Acomb to try and get people to be more active.

A week later, on Saturday, July 29 Energise will host the inaugural Acomb Family Triathlon.

This event will see families challenged to a 400m swim (16 lengths), a 1.2km bike ride and a 1km run. Entry costs £10 per family and every participant will receive a medal and be able to use an activity area for all the family to enjoy.

Tickets can be bought at Energise or online, for more information visit www.energiseyork.com/home/events/familytriathlon.

The events are being held in partnership with Energise and Carr Infants and Carr Junior School, supported by City of York Council.