Cork park forced to cancel run as ‘Operation Transformation’ sparks huge demand

Cork’s newest public park has run into more access difficulties after being swamped by people trying to keep fit.

City officials confirmed last night they had to postpone tomorrow’s free 5km Parkrun at Tramore Valley Park for health and safety reasons after a surge in the number of people turning up. “Numbers have nearly trebled within two weeks, causing major health and safety concerns for the city council,” a spokesman said.

“While very supportive of the event, we are left with no choice at present but to cancel it.”