The event is watched by thousands of spectators and raises tens of thousands of pounds for charity. The 2010 race postponed from December until Easter 2011, because of extreme cold weather and later that year it was announced that the race would switch permanently from winter to spring.
The event attracts a large crowd and raises significant funds for charity. The 2010 race was postponed from December to Easter 2011 due to harsh winter weather, and later that year it was decided that the event would take place in spring instead of winter.