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Ensure councils have adequate maintenance funding so Parkruns can remain free

Closed 62 signatures

What the petition asks

Parkruns are free for people of all ages and abilities, providing benefits for health and the community. Stoke Gifford Parish Council have voted to charge Parkrun. Its free nature means many who otherwise wouldn't or can't participate have made positive impacts on their health and community
Promoting health and exercise will save the government money on the NHS and help keep people healthy

Timeline

14 Apr 2016 Petition opened for signatures
14 Oct 2016 Closed to new signatures

Key facts

Signatures 62
Status Closed
Opened 14 Apr 2016
Closed 14 Oct 2016

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.