Kielder marathon launched

Olympians Steve Cram and Daley Thompson joined Pam and Ian in the studio to launch the fourth year of the Kielder Marathon.

The marathon has been expanded and will now encompass other events like different running and biking races - so that everyone can get involved.

Watch what happened when they popped in to visit below.

To find out how you can register for this year's Kielder Marathon, or for any of the events on offer, click here.

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Olympic stars Steve Cram and Daley Thompson have launched this year's Kielder Marathon in the North East.

The event takes place in October and is in its fourth year, now attracting an international following.

Organisers claim that the Kielder Marathon is one of the most scenic events in the sporting calendar, and with several different running and biking races organised to take place over two days, there is something for everyone to take part in.

Olympian and event organiser Steve Cram spoke to ITV News about what those taking part could expect from this year's event.

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Olympic gold medalist Steve Cram is launching the fourth Kielder Marathon in the region today.

The sports star will be joined by Olympic decathalon gold medal holder Daley Thompson.

The weekend of events set to take place at Kielder Water will be held in October and will also include a 10 kilometre run, bike races and junior races.

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