A total of 716 participants took part in this year’s Med Steps 5 Challenge, smashing attendance records from previous editions. Now in its 11th year, the event raised both funds and awareness for Cancer Relief. Just how much, we will know in coming days.

On Thursday, the last day of registration at our office, three members of our staff were flat out on last minute registrations. On the day, participants walked or ran the Mediterranean Steps, with many targeting three circuits and more dedicated fitness enthusiasts completing five. Despite the course’s difficulty, rising to O’Hara’s Battery at 419m above sea level, people of all ages and fitness levels joined in. The oldest participant, 87-year-old Bitesize reader Kenneth Johnson, completed two laps. The youngest, one-year-old (and future Bitesize reader) Cory, did his laps strapped to his father’s back.

Cancer Relief described the support as “absolutely incredible”. We agree. Once again, Mark Cooper and his HM Prison team managed the event perfectly. MD Paul Duck said "We are so pleased to have contributed to the success of this year's Challenge, to promote the event, manage registrations and to help Mark deliver a new record. It's an honour to help our community and Gibraltar Cancer Relief's essential Support."   Thank you to all who took part or donated. We will be back next year to set a new record.