Ukes go the distance with four-hour+ marathon strumathon

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Southampton Ukulele Jam beat their marathon personal best on Sunday (April 6), playing non-stop for 4 hours, 13 minutes and 50 seconds as part of their Triangle cheerfest.

Crowds turned out in glorious sunshine to spur on runners heading from the Triangle towards Riverside Park.

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SUJ's Colin McAllister said it was "an amazing accomplishment that is only superseded by all the magnificent runners raising ££ for so many charities". 

He also thanked The Butcher's Hook and The Old Chemist for their support.

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