Climate change relay heads to Coventry

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The Running Out of Time Climate Relay sees runners make their way from Scotland to London

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A nationwide run that aims to raise awareness about climate change is set to make a stop in Coventry.

The Running Out of Time Climate Relay features runners hitting the trail from Scotland to London.

Beginning at Ben Nevis on 6 June, a baton is being carried for 2,436km (1513.7m) journey through 50 cities and towns, finishing at London's Big Ben on 4 July.

In Coventry, the baton is set to arrive at Broadgate House in the city centre, at 12:30 BST, before before being taken to The Butts Park Arena.

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Challengers will also stop at schools along the way

The relay involves 210 stages and more than 80 visits to climate and nature projects, sporting bodies and venues, schools and events.

After the baton's stop in Coventry, it will then go to the University of Warwick before leaving the city and making its way to Daventry and Northampton.

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