Cotswold Water Park 10K
This 10k in the beautiful Cotswold Water Park takes runners around the stunning Cleveland Lakes Nature Reserve which is not normally open to the public. The course is fast and flat, so unsurprisingly is a sell out. The event raises money for Cotswold Lakes Trust, a charity dedicated to the conservation and enhancement of the Cotswold Water Park.
Aiming to get his name the most times in this race report, a huge well done to Elliot Gardiner, who completed the course in 46:07!
Run Upcote 5 Mile
The next race in the RSE Club Championship was a hilly one (thanks Captains!) but with hills comes some amazing scenery. Held at the Upcote Farm (where the 2000 Trees Festival is held), the route crosses farm road, bridleway and permissive path for some challenging uphill segments (and a few downhills!). Although RSE runners thought it was tough going, they were still smiling en route!
- Mark Garrett – 37:48 – 3rd MV50!
- Ollie Hazel – 39:13
- Elliot Gardiner – 42:45
- Mick Bagot – 44:04 – 2nd MV60!
- Sharon Smith – 44:45 – 1st LV70!
- Alan Powderhill – 45:50
- Jo Beames – 46:36
- Nadine Brown – 49:05
- Anne Gardiner – 3rd LV60!
- Sarah Reynolds – 49:31
- Gemma Wright – 49:51
- Anna Field – 49:56
- Sue Navin – 51:48
- Teresa Hazelwood – 53:43
- Zoe Markham-Lee – 56:01
- Jenn Evans – 59:45
- Anne Marie-Davies – 1:00:36
- Vicki Mason – 1:01:01
Cardiff Half Marathon
This fast, flat and scenic half marathon is held in the heart of the capital city, taking in iconic landmarks including Cardiff Castle, the Principality Stadium, Civic Centre and stunning Cardiff Bay. It is now one of Europe’s largest half marathons and is Wales’ largest mass participation and multi-charity fundraising event, with over 27,500 registered runners. With thousands of spectators cheering on the runners, it’s safe to say this is a great race for atmosphere!
Congratulations to Tim Wainwright who completed the course in 2:10:18!
Loch Ness Marathon
Described as one of the most beautiful marathons in the world, Baxters Loch Ness Marathon runs point to point along atmospheric moorland, Highland scenery and the infamous Loch Ness, finishing in Inverness, capital city of the Highlands. With this in mind, this years events saw returning RSE runners as well as one club member who decided to run the course on their birthday!!
A huge well done to Team RSE for some brilliant times, and Happy Birthday, Libby!
- Phil Southworth – 4:03:46
- Libby Butler – 4:42:11
- Cathy Steer – 4:58:09
- Linda Edwards – 5:05:43
- Becca Wilson – 5:39:14
Swindon Trail Ultra
Only in its 3rd year as a race, the Swindon Trail Ultra is 70% trail, taking in some beautiful views around Swindon including the Ridgeway, Bincknoll Castle and Barbury castle. As well as the beautiful scenery, the course also challenges runners to 2000ft, the majority in the first half. But don’t take that figure as a deterrent, as this ultra is tipped as beginner friendly.
No stranger to an ultra or two, congratulations to Kevin Joynes-Creed who completed the course in 7hr 29min 20sec!
Bedford Marathon
This is a marathon with a difference, rather than take in the sites the Bedford Autodrome marathon takes runners around the flat race track, making it a uniquely fast course. Each mile is accurately marked out on the smooth, traffic free tarmac motor racing circuit, and is ideal for PB-seekers.
Well done to Sharon Smith who finished in a brilliant time of 3:44:56!
Chester Metric marathon
The MBNA Chester Metric Marathon is a popular race and one of a kind in the UK. For those who are unsure (like me who had to ask Coach Dave), a metric marathon is a 26.2km run, a unique and tough distance to cover. The course follows closed roads and runs past all Chester’s iconic landmarks including the Roman Walls, Cathedral, Medieval Rows, Eastgate Clock and Amphitheatre. Participants also explore the stunning Cheshire countryside before an unforgettable finish on Castle Drive.
A huge well done to Felicity Crotty who completed the run in 3:30:11!
Burnham-on-sea Half marathon
This seaside half marathon boasts a flat course starting and finishing at the BASC Sports Ground. With a maximum of 300 runners taking part maintains a local feel to the race and allows for some quieter moments on course.
Congratulations to Zoe Markham-Lee who completed her 2nd race in a week in 2:00:22!
Cricklade Half Marathon
Formerly an RSE Championship, the Cricklade Half and 10k is a popular one amongst RSE runners. The course is interestingly described as a flat/undulating course, which strangely fits the country lanes surrounding Cricklade. The race is over 30 years and will remain a favourite of the local area. A special shout out to the mini-Garretts who ran the Fun Run for the first time in RSE shirts!
- Daniel Drayton – 1:51:52
- Jo Wood – 1:56:12
- Phil Newman – 1:58:39
- Leah Brown – 1:58:40
- Paul Beaumont – 1:58:40
- Cheri Edwards – 2:01:54
- Paul Robertson – 2:01:55
- Sara Juggins – 2:25:02
- Sylvia Warman – 2:40:14
parkruns - 30/09/2023
Stonehouse parkrun
- Anne-Marie Davies – 29:27
Worthing parkrun
- Darren Jenner – 23:46
- Felicity Crotty – 32:02
Cirencester parkrun
- Jon Campbell – 21:37
- Ben Chapman – 21:40
- Daniel Drayton – 22:37
- Phil Newman – 25:18
- Jessica James – 27:09
Torvean parkrun
- Phil Southworth – 23:12
- Linda Edwards – 37:58
- Cathy Steer – 37:59
Quakers Walk parkrun
- Cheri Edwards – 26:39
parkruns - 7/10/2023
Bressay parkrun
- Phil Southworth – 23:40
Wotton parkrun
- Sarah Reynolds – 26:21
- Katy Miller – 27:30
Delamere parkrun
- Felicity Crotty – 54:54
Cirencester parkrun
- William Cobbett – 24:48
- Phil Newman – 25:05
- Maria Yates – 32:53
Somerdale Pavilion parkrun
- Caroline Joynes-Creed – 31:58
- Kevin Joynes-Creed – 32:00
Tetbury Goods Shed parkrun
- Elliot Gardiner – 21:34 – New PB and 1st in age category!
- Paul Robertson – 23:18
- Alan Powderhill – 23:18
Wolford Wood parkrun
- Linda Edwards – 36:32
Save the Date!
- 29th October – Stroud Half Marathon (RSE Championship race)