LEOMINSTER could be set to host its first marathon this year.

Brian Mills – who has run a staggering total of 1,041 marathons in his lifetime – is one of the people behind the idea.

Organisers are lining up the inaugural event for Sunday, October 18, and it will feature a full marathon and half marathon as well as a fun run.

A provisional route is currently being put together and money raised on the day will go to a local charity.