About Frank "Frubbs" MacFarlane

Frank MacFarlane, fondly remembered as "Frubbs," moved to Jersey from Dumbarton and worked in Hospitality for many years before he was diagnosed with a brain tumour. After leaving hospital, he became a member of Headway Jersey and greatly benefited from the support the charity provides to individuals living with a brain injury.

Sadly, Frank passed away in July 2017. In his memory, his close friend and Headway Ambassador, Harry McAlinden, decided to organise the "Running for Frubbs" event, a tribute to Frank's legacy and friendship. This year, the run will take place on 24th November 2024 — just one day before what would have been Frank’s 66th birthday.

Frank was a dear friend to many, and his love for music, especially The Rolling Stones and The Who, lives on in the hearts of those who knew him. He often brought in his CD collections to play during the arts and crafts focus group at the day centre, creating a vibrant and positive atmosphere for all members to enjoy — sharing his love for music.

Join us in honouring Frank’s memory and supporting individuals affected by a brain injury.

Sponsors and supporters

We would like to extend our gratitude to Mel Owers Painters and Decorators for generously sponsoring this event since its inception. Their continued support has enabled us to keep this race going year after year. 

A special thank you to Harry McAlinden for establishing this event in Frank’s memory and continuing it over the past 7 years. Also, a special thanks to Paul Burrows from Trail Monkey Jersey for his invaluable support in the organisation of this year’s race. 

Thank you to the Ports of Jersey and Jersey Development Company for their use of the Waterfront area, to Cineworld for kindly allowing us to use their venue for our awards presentation and to Hapi Lifestyle for their assistance with the race pack pick ups and spot prizes. 

About the route

This race offers a scenic and popular route, perfect for runners stepping up to this distance as well as seasoned runners aiming for a fast time. To ensure a prompt start, we ask participants to arrive from 9:30 a.m. 

The route is officially measured and takes you from the Waterfront to St. Aubin, featuring the picturesque harbor and the railway walk.

Water will not be provided on the route so please bring your own bottle if needed.

After the race, all runners are invited to the awards presentation at Cineworld’s upstairs bar area, where refreshments and cake will be served.

Key information:

Age restriction: Entrants must be 18 years or older

T-shirt guarantee: To guarantee a race t-shirt, entries must be received by Sunday 27th October

Registration deadline: Entries close on Tuesday 19th November. Strictly no entries will be accepted past this cut-off date

Race pack collections: Please make sure you or a representative collect your race t-shirt and number at Hapi in Liberty Wharf on Thursday 21st November or Friday 22nd November between 12-2pm. If you cannot pick up your race pack during these times for any reasons, then please let us know in advance to make alternative collection arrangements by emailing fundraising@headway.org.je or call 505937.

Please note that any race packs not collected by 2pm on Friday 22nd November will only be available on the morning of the race for those who have contacted us in advance. As the event day is very busy and we rely on a small team of volunteers for administrative tasks, there is a risk that you may not be able to collect your pack on race day if we are not notified ahead of time. Your cooperation is essential to ensure everything runs smoothly.

Bag drop: Bags/personal belongings can be dropped off at our registration stand at Castle Quay before the race starts and collected at Cineworld afterward (please note this is at your own risk; we are not responsible for any lost items).

Water: You are encouraged to bring your own water bottle. There will be one water station in St Aubin's (just before Little Gem beach cafe), where you can grab a bottle of water on your way past, kindly sponsored by the Co-op.

In case of cancellation: If the race has to be cancelled due to adverse weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances, updates will be posted on our social media pages and website. We will also attempt to contact all runners.

Race award categories:

1st place - male and female 

2nd place - male and female 

3rd place - male and female 

Age categories:

1st V40 - male and female 

1st V50 - male and female 

1st V60 - male and female 

1st V70 - male and female

Fundraising 

While the entry fee includes a minimum fundraising commitment, we encourage runners to raise additional funds for Headway Jersey, to help support the vital work we do and ensure we can continue providing our essential services. Upon registration, you will receive a personalised Race Nation online fundraising page link for easy sharing. For those who prefer a paper sponsorship form, we can provide it via email, however, you will need to arrange printing yourself. Please email: fundraising@headway.org.je.

The impact you have by taking part 

Headway Jersey has been supporting brain injured islanders and their families for over 27 years, offering a diverse range of life enhancing services - physical and cognitive therapies, social activities and advocacy support designed to promote independence and enhance quality of life. This includes neuro-physiotherapy, craniosacral therapy, Saebo rehab sessions, swimming and exercise sessions, sewing, arts and crafts, communications group as well as monthly outings.

Most of our services are delivered at our day centre at Le Coie, which serves as a lifeline, providing a sanctuary where members can engage in meaningful activities, connect with others and combat feelings of isolation.

Our ability to support individuals who have suffered a brain injury and their families, has been significantly constrained over recent years due to the ongoing challenges posed to the charity by the cost of living increase and the scarcity of funding we receive.

Our running costs are in excess of £360,000 per annum and less than 10% of this is covered by government funding. Despite our association with Headway UK, we do not receive financial support from this network. Therefore, we rely heavily on the generosity and support from our community and local businesses to secure essential funds for our charity and enable us to sustain our vital services.

Your involvement will not only make a difference in the lives of those we support but also help us foster a stronger sense of community and awareness around brain injury, ensuring Headway Jersey can continue to bring individuals and families closer together so that no one feels alone during this challenging time.

You can stay updated with any changes or announcements on our Headway Jersey social media pages and event pages, as well as our website. 

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