It is 16 years since parkrun was founded right here on our doorstep in Bushy Park.

Since then the 5km run has become a global phenomenon.

Unfortunately actual parkrun events cannot yet take place due to coronavirus restrictions however this month you can still get out there with Parktoberfest!

This new scheme has been launched following the success of (not)parkrun - which started as lockdown began.

The way this worked is that instead of recording your 5km on a Saturday morning you could run it at any point during the week and register your time online.

This proved extremely popular with (not)parkrun attracting 5,000 new runners.

Now Parktoberfest takes this one step further as runners can inspire each other to complete as many parkruns as possible!

Parkrun said: "You choose the course and decide when and how you want to take part.

"You could stroll or jog around a park, plot out a route around your local streets, or complete your (not)parkrun as part of your daily routine.

"You might clock up the distance whilst going shopping, dropping the kids at school, or when out doing some errands. It all counts, it all adds up, and it can all make you healthier and happier.

"You don't have to do it all in one go, you can stop for a cuppa in the middle, bring a dog or buggy, do it alone or with someone else. (not)parkrun can be whatever you want it to be."

Parkrun is keen to encourage as many new starters as possible to take up the challenge.

You can register for parkrun HERE

You can register your time for your parkruns HERE