A 5k Jubilee race due to take place in Perth on Saturday has been cancelled due to lack of interest.
The Platinum Jubilee Run involved a 5k, a family run and a toddler dash.
Participants were invited to arrive in fancy dress in time for a mass start at 6pm.
But while the event is still advertised on the UK Government’s Platinum Jubilee website, organisers Still Going Strong have called it off.
They said they were sorry and disappointed and blamed the decision on “several factors”, including a low number of entries.
A number of other celebrations organised over the weekend, including a classic car display and the first Perthshire Mela, will still go ahead.
‘Number of entries has been low’
Still Going Strong said: “We are sorry and disappointed to have to cancel the Perth Platinum Jubilee Run 2022.
“The decision has been taken after careful consideration of several factors which will inhibit our ability to deliver the experience that participants enjoy and expect from one of our events.
“The number of entries has been low with the ongoing after effects of the pandemic, which has sadly made the event unviable.
“We remain extremely grateful to Perth and Kinross Council for their support in trying to deliver this event and we are working closely with them to re-schedule a similar version later this year.”
Other Platinum Jubilee events in Perth
Perth City Centre councillor Peter Barratt said he was surprised to hear there was a lack of interest in the event.
But he pointed out there was still lots to enjoy.
“Hopefully it won’t deter people from enjoying the rest of the programme,” he said.
“There’s heaps going on over the weekend with beacons, the Mela and afternoon teas.”
Several beacons will be lit across Perth and Kinross on Thursday night.
Then on Friday, there will be Platinum Jubilee street parties at the Black Watch Castle and Museum and the AK Bell Library.
Other events include a classic car display along Tay Street on Saturday, and a community Mela and picnic on Sunday.
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