DISAPPOINTED runners who have missed out on a place at next year’s London Marathon are being urged to consider signing up to take part in Southampton’s very own Marafun events.

The inaugural races, which include a half-marathon and a 10k distance, are being held in the city on April 26, 2015.

A Marafun spokesman said: “Although Marafun is keeping fingers crossed for all runners to get their spaces in London the ABP Southampton Half Marathon will be delighted to welcome anybody who has received their rejection magazine.

“Over 2,000 runners have already signed up for the first half-marathon taking place in the city in over 30 years.”