TV’s Eamonn Holmes is hitting Manchester Airport’s runway later this month.

Eamonn will officially start the annual Run the Runway Race on Sunday April 30, as people get the chance to get their running shoes on for a third year for the 6km run around the airport.

The event is in aid of Flying Start, British Airways’ global charity partnership with Comic Relief UK, and Manchester Airport’s supported charity, CLIC Sargent the UK's leading cancer charity for children and young people.

It is open to more advanced runners as well as joggers, walkers and family fun-runners, who are being encouraged to compete in Red themed fancy dress, this year.

Everyone will have a unique opportunity to spot passing planes up close, as they follow the 6km route around the perimeter of the UK’s third largest airport.

Participants will be required to raise a minimum of £30 in order to take part, which is in lieu of an entry fee.

Prizes, which include British Airways flights, will be awarded for the first three places, first place junior, best fancy dress and best fundraiser for money raised and there will be medals for every finisher.

The fun starts at the airport’s Runway Visitor Park, where a family fun day will take place while the runners complete the course.

To find out more information about the Run Around the Runway Run event or to sign up, visit: manchesterairport.co.uk/promotions/ba-runway-run/