This award-winning historical trail returned for 2021 and was ready to challenge runners, joggers and walkers alike.
From the well known Goodwood Racecourse, the route winds along the spectacular South Downs Way, ending on the steps of Winchester Cathedral, one of the most historically significant buildings in Britain and claimed burial ground of twelve English kings, making it England’s first-ever Royal Mausoleum.
Racers were treated like royalty on their journey with fully-stocked pitstops, laden with food and drinks, an overnight Basecamp and tireless support from the crew and medics.
Daniel Holt took on the challenge of 53.5 miles of racing across the 2 days and finished with a chip time of 34hrs 58:03 an absolutely fantastic achievement for Dan and his family, awesome stuff fella.
The Bradford Millennium Way Relay is a relay of five legs with two runners per leg. Starting from and returning to Bingley, taking in Wilsden, Denholme, Oxenhope, Haworth, Oakworth, Steeton, Silsden, Addingham and Ilkley with some stunning scenery en-route. The race attracts teams from Yorkshire and Lancashire.
This year Queensbury entered 3 teams which is fantastic with all 30 runners having a great race
10th Queensbury A 6:46:39
38th Queensbury Mixed 8:04:59
51st Lean Mean Green Bean Machines 9:22:28
Well done to all who took part and to the Striders for managing to stage the event
The first edition of the Leeds Epic Trail 10k, an awesome race that takes runners through the stunning surroundings of Temple Newsam Estate as they trail run over grasslands. The Estate spans 1,500 acres of beautiful woodlands and parklands, giving runners plenty to look at as they run this epic course.
Louise Innes entered this 10k her 1st ever 10k trail race, well done to Louise who finished in 1:28:20
The race is a circular route starting and finishing in Bishop Monkton. It begins on a quiet country road before heading off to run alongside the river Ure then the canal. Runners then pass through the pretty village of Littlethorpe before heading back cross country to Bishop Monkton.
Steve Brook raced for Queensbury finishing 89th in 54:36 2nd MV70
Well done to Matt Dodds in RunAble’s latest adventure the 5k starting in Brighouse town centre running out on the main road past the Casa Hotel before dropping down to the canal side for the race to the finish.
Matt raced to a PB of 21:56 finishing 4th overall and just missing out on a lovely mug, well done pal
Organised by the events team at Due North The Kettlewell Half and 10k are part of a trio of races with Burnsall already run the last race in the series is the Skipton Half 4th September, click the link below for entry info and details.
A challenging race with around 900m of ascent. The route takes runners over 3 steep climbs and each descent thrilling enough to give you the adrenaline rush ready to take on the next climb. These hills reward you with spectacular views of Wharfedale, some of the most beautiful scenery in the Yorkshire dales. Riverside footpaths, rolling moors and grassy descents make this a race not to be missed.
The EvenSplits Leeds 5K Race Series is staged at the Brownlee Centre Cycle Circuit in Leeds. In 2021 the series will consist of 8, monthly, 5K road races split into separate waves/heats depending on your predicted time.
Steve Brook was once again challenging himself and finished with a respectable time of 25:29. Next race 23rd June, if you fancy a go click the link below
This large park, just north of Manchester and home to a Grade 1 listed neoclassical 18th century house, is the perfect setting for a fun and fast 5k race. Running on the paths within Heaton Park, this race is a great opportunity for a chip timed personal best.
Friday night saw Paul and myself take on the latest Evensplits affair at the York Uni campus, I ran in the B race with Paul taking on the faster guys in the A race.
