Keen runners from across Ayrshire once again came together to raise funds for a great cause.

The 10th annual Hillbilly 10k run took part in Dalmellington on Sunday, February 18, with hundreds of people gathering under starter's orders to race for Cancer Research UK.

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Hundreds of sportspeople got their running shoes to take part in the popular race hosted by Butterfly Events, an Ayrshire-based voluntary organisation committed to arranging events in aid of Cancer Research UK, in a bid to raise thousands of pounds for the charity.

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The event is held in Dalmellington, the home of organisers Lorna, Brian and David.

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A planned route takes runners around various parts of the village, including Craigengillan Estate, with around 400 people believed to have taken on the challenge this year.

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Over the 10 years of the event, runners have raised more than £40,000 for charity, with plenty more set to be added to the tally after this year's event.

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Supporters of Butterfly Events have been enjoying fun in Ayrshire, in aid of Cancer Research UK since 2007.

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Lorna Dempsey started fundraising following the death of a close friend to breast cancer.

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To date, the organisation's events have raised more than £500,000 for charity.

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Who can you spot in these images from Charlie Gilmour of the weekend's race?