PICTURES: Runners on their marks for Inverness Half Marathon and 5k race events after a two year absence

Entrants were able to take part in the Inverness Half Marathon and 5k events for the first time in two years after the Covid-19 restrictions were eased.

Organisers have hailed its return as a success with competitors travelling from as far away as England to take part.

Event director Malcolm Sutherland congratulated the winners, adding: “With the last Inverness Half Marathon and 5K taking place just a couple of weeks before the first Covid-19 lockdown, this year’s event was extra special.

“We were delighted to see record numbers of entrants signing up and taking on the half marathon and 5k, and the buzz throughout the day was amazing.”

The official charities included Mikeysline and Highland Hospice.

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