More than 6,000 people took to the streets of Norwich on Sunday morning, delighted that Run Norwich had finally returned.

The 10km road race began at 9.30am outside the Theatre Royal and the route passed through city landmarks.

The first man to cross the finish line outside City Hall was Logan Smith, who completed it in 31 minutes and 22 seconds and it was his second win.

He was closely followed by Reuben Andrews and Danny Adams at second and third place respectively.

Eastern Daily Press: Run Norwich 2022, 10K race through the city streets. First place male and female runners Anya Culling and Logan SmithRun Norwich 2022, 10K race through the city streets. First place male and female runners Anya Culling and Logan Smith (Image: Nick Butcher)

The woman's race was won by Anya Culling, who only started running seriously during the pandemic, at 34 minutes 43 seconds, followed by Mabel Beckett and Leanne Finch.

The last event went ahead in 2019, with the 2020 and 2021 events cancelled due to the pandemic.

Eastern Daily Press: Sean Murray, from Norwich, loved the atmosphere at Run Norwich.Sean Murray, from Norwich, loved the atmosphere at Run Norwich. (Image: Sean Murray)

Norwich runner Sean Murray, 31, said: "It was very wet and we all got soaked but it was a brilliant event to be a part of.

"There was a real sense of community from everyone involved which was fantastic and there were people waving from their windows and supporters cheering us on despite the weather.

"The organisation from start to finish was fantastic and the atmosphere was electric."

This year's race was originally due to be held in July, but was postponed at short notice because of the extreme high temperatures of the summer heatwave.

Eastern Daily Press: Run Norwich 2022, 10K race through the city streets.Run Norwich 2022, 10K race through the city streets. (Image: Nick Butcher)

The Norwich City Community Sports Foundation, which organises the event, felt it would have been irresponsible with thousands of people signed up, including a significant number of first-time runners.

The event raises money for the foundation through a portion of the entrance fee and fundraising from runners.

It supports a vast range of people within the local community every year, including those who live with disabilities, mental health challenges or are disadvantaged and vulnerable.

Eastern Daily Press: Run Norwich 2022, 10K race through the city streets.Run Norwich 2022, 10K race through the city streets. (Image: Nick Butcher)

Runners could also fundraise for other charities and causes at Run Norwich, including YMCA Norfolk, the Priscilla Bacon Hospice and The Feed.

Daniel Wynne, one of the organisers, said: "It has gone amazingly despite the rain and the atmosphere was incredible as the runners crossed the finish line - thank you to all of our volunteers."

Eastern Daily Press: Run Norwich 2022, 10K race through the city streets.Run Norwich 2022, 10K race through the city streets. (Image: Newsquest)

Eastern Daily Press: Run Norwich 2022, 10K race through the city streets.Run Norwich 2022, 10K race through the city streets. (Image: Newsquest)

Eastern Daily Press: Run Norwich 2022, 10K race through the city streets.Run Norwich 2022, 10K race through the city streets. (Image: Newsquest)

Eastern Daily Press: Run Norwich 2022, 10K race through the city streets.Run Norwich 2022, 10K race through the city streets. (Image: Nick Butcher)

Eastern Daily Press: Run Norwich 2022, 10K race through the city streets. Jake HumphreyRun Norwich 2022, 10K race through the city streets. Jake Humphrey (Image: Nick Butcher)

Eastern Daily Press: Run Norwich 2022, 10K race through the city streets.Run Norwich 2022, 10K race through the city streets. (Image: Nick Butcher)

Eastern Daily Press: Run Norwich 2022, 10K race through the city streets.Run Norwich 2022, 10K race through the city streets. (Image: Nick Butcher)

Eastern Daily Press: Run Norwich 2022, 10K race through the city streets.Run Norwich 2022, 10K race through the city streets. (Image: Nick Butcher)

Eastern Daily Press: Run Norwich 2022, 10K race through the city streets.Run Norwich 2022, 10K race through the city streets. (Image: Newsquest)

Eastern Daily Press: Run Norwich 2022, 10K race through the city streets. Winning female runner Anya Culling .Run Norwich 2022, 10K race through the city streets. Winning female runner Anya Culling . (Image: Nick Butcher)

Eastern Daily Press: Run Norwich 2022, 10K race through the city streets.Run Norwich 2022, 10K race through the city streets. (Image: Nick Butcher)

Eastern Daily Press: Run Norwich 2022, 10K race through the city streets.Run Norwich 2022, 10K race through the city streets. (Image: Newsquest)

Eastern Daily Press: Run Norwich 2022, 10K race through the city streets. left to right.. Reuben Andrews (2nd) Logan Smith (1st place) and Danny Adams (3rd)Run Norwich 2022, 10K race through the city streets. left to right.. Reuben Andrews (2nd) Logan Smith (1st place) and Danny Adams (3rd) (Image: Nick Butcher)

Eastern Daily Press: Run Norwich 2022, 10K race through the city streets. Winning male runner Logan SmithRun Norwich 2022, 10K race through the city streets. Winning male runner Logan Smith (Image: Nick Butcher)

Eastern Daily Press: Run Norwich 2022, 10K race through the city streets. Winning male runner Logan SmithRun Norwich 2022, 10K race through the city streets. Winning male runner Logan Smith (Image: Nick Butcher)

Eastern Daily Press: Run Norwich 2022, 10K race through the city streets.Run Norwich 2022, 10K race through the city streets. (Image: Nick Butcher)

Eastern Daily Press: Run Norwich 2022, 10K race through the city streets.Run Norwich 2022, 10K race through the city streets. (Image: Nick Butcher)

Eastern Daily Press: Run Norwich 2022, 10K race through the city streets.Run Norwich 2022, 10K race through the city streets. (Image: Nick Butcher)

Eastern Daily Press: Run Norwich 2022, 10K race through the city streets.Run Norwich 2022, 10K race through the city streets. (Image: Nick Butcher)

Eastern Daily Press: Run Norwich 2022, 10K race through the city streets.Run Norwich 2022, 10K race through the city streets. (Image: Nick Butcher)

Eastern Daily Press: Run Norwich 2022, 10K race through the city streets.Run Norwich 2022, 10K race through the city streets. (Image: Nick Butcher)

Eastern Daily Press: Run Norwich 2022, 10K race through the city streets.Run Norwich 2022, 10K race through the city streets. (Image: Nick Butcher)

Eastern Daily Press: Run Norwich 2022, 10K race through the city streets.Run Norwich 2022, 10K race through the city streets. (Image: Nick Butcher)

Eastern Daily Press: Liz Newman and Joanna Keable running for Home-Start Norfolk.Liz Newman and Joanna Keable running for Home-Start Norfolk. (Image: Joanna Keable)

Eastern Daily Press: Liam Watts, Declan and Louie Watts at Run Norwich.Liam Watts, Declan and Louie Watts at Run Norwich. (Image: Liam Watts)

Eastern Daily Press: James Griffiths, Sally Erskine and Andrew Erskine at Run Norwich 2022.James Griffiths, Sally Erskine and Andrew Erskine at Run Norwich 2022. (Image: Harry Erskine)

Eastern Daily Press: Nade Ward and Megan Utting after completing Run Norwich.Nade Ward and Megan Utting after completing Run Norwich. (Image: Nade Ward)