Sheffield breweries True North Brew Co and Heist Brew Co have teamed up to bring the Sheffield Half Pint Marathon back for its seventh year.
The month-long charity event will run throughout September in 13 of Sheffield’s favourite bars and pubs, with each brewery creating a new beer especially.
Run Free, from True North Brew Co, and Run Wild, from Heist Brew Co will be available in all participating venues and with each Half Pint Marathon beer purchased throughout September, a donation will be made to local charity Sheffield Mind.
Sheffield Mind business development manager, Lindsay Doyle-Price, said: “Sheffield Mind is delighted to be a part of the Sheffield Half Pint Marathon again this year. The ongoing support of True North Brew Co and the support of Heist Brew Co this year, means a lot to us.
“Not only does this annual partnership generate much needed funds to support the work we do in the city, but by engaging local people in the campaign the teams are helping raise awareness of mental health and the work Sheffield Mind does to support people with mental health needs.”
The premise of the Sheffield Half Pint Marathon is simple. At the starting venue of your choice you will receive your Half Pint Marathon card, then for each venue you visit and purchase one of the speciality beers you will receive a sticker. Register online, and when your card is filled you will receive an email to let you know when and where you can collect your limited-edition print.
The Sheffield Half Pint Marathon print features hand drawn illustrations of the participating venues by Will Rea. Participants can complete the marathon at their own pace, in a day, week, or even over the whole month.
True North Brew Co marketing manager, Nicky Geraghty, said: “It’s exciting to bring back the Half Pint Marathon for its seventh year, and to continue to support Sheffield Mind.
“We hope that those who get involved in the Half Pint Marathon this September will benefit from spending some time with family and friends, supporting local independent businesses, and contributing to the important work Sheffield Mind continues to do throughout our wonderful city. In 2021 we raised over £4,000, and we’re hoping to smash that again this year!”
Adam France, owner and co-founder of Heist Brew Co, said: “Mental health is something that has impacted us personally and is something we look after when it comes to our staff.
“The Half Pint Marathon not only gives to a great cause in support of this, but we believe that something as simple as a way to converse and socialise, in different surroundings, can provide an escape for people that may otherwise be dealing with certain health conditions alone.”
