HUNDREDS have taken part in this year's Run or Dye event at Cornbury Park, Charlbury. 

Some 2,500 people signed up for what is known as the “world’s most colourful 5km”. 

They were blasted by colourful dye explosions as they run around the course before celebrating with a party.

Sam Malachowski, the event MC, said: “Run or Dye is for everyone, from recovering couch potatoes to keen marathon runners.

“It’s a celebration of life, friendship, fun and fitness – and, of course, colour.

“We have had a great response from people in Oxfordshire and look forward to running the rainbow in the spectacular setting of Cornbury Park.”

Lady Rotherwick, who owns the estate with her husband Lord Rotherwick, said: ‘We are delighted to host Run or Dye this weekend and are much looking forward to the park being alive with colour.”

The Run or Dye series, which has been held in or around 150 cities across the world, was launched in the UK this year. This is the last of nine 2014 events in the country, including ones in Liverpool and Guildford.

The event will raise money for national charity StreetGames, which helps disadvantaged youngsters play more sport, but organisers have also offered to support Oxfordshire charities who get in touch.