Author Archives: Ellie Taylor

TCS London Marathon

As one of the most popular marathons in the world, the London marathon is notoriously hard to gain a place for. The route has remained the same since 1981, passing the city’s most famous and historic landmarks, including the Cutty Sark, Tower Bridge, Big Ben, and Buckingham Palace. Since the Covid pandemic, the London marathon has also incorporated a virtual marathon, where runners can upload and track their runs alongside the city-based version.

Despite being hard to enter, RSE has a fantastic turnout of runners, with 8 club members taking on the course and 3 running virtually!

London Marathon Results:

• Victoria South – 3:34:11
• Gemma Wright – 4:19:48
• Liz Hulcup – 4:26:04 – New CR!
• Liz Farooq – 4:32:35 – New PB!
• Sarah Reynolds – 4:34:29
• Tim Wainwright – 4:34:43
• Alan Powderhill – 4:38:29
• Paul Robertson – 4:38:30

Virtual London Marathon Results

• Rosie Hartland – 4:32:20
• Darren Jenner – 4:37:58
• Felicity Crotty – 6:07:07

What a great event you can see why it’s one of the best races in the world. Cutty Sark and tower bridge were stand out points.

Alan Powderhill

We ran up and down Plymvalley trail a few times and around Saltram estuary. We managed to miss the rain and where blessed with sunshine. Lots of dog walkers cheered us on. Going to go and lay down now.

Felicity Crotty (and Darren Jenner)

Just having some food and a massage courtesy of the BHF 😁 London Marathon time was 4.32.35, a PB of 11 minutes 😃. The marathon was everything I hoped it would be, just amazing. I’m still feeling emotional!

Liz Farooq

It was a fabulous event and the crowds were amazing 🤩

Gemma Wright

Wow, what an experience that was! So many people shouting my name which kept me going. I’ve never enjoyed a race as much as today. Thank, you, London! ❤💯

Tim Wainwright

Cricklade Half Marathon & 10K

These popular club races are not as flat as some club members may tell you! Starting at St. Sampson’s School in Cricklade, the first 3 miles of both routes take runners out towards the Cotswold Waterpark, before they diverge. As 10k runners head back towards the school (and up a very large hill at mile 5!), the half carries on through Ashton Keynes and South Cerney. The surprising heat of the day made it a tough run!

Half Marathon Results

• Mark Garrett – 1:32:33
• David Witnall – 1:34:17 – 3rd SM!
• Nia Glover – 1:36:33 – 1st lady overall!
• Elliot Gardiner – 1:50:38
• Jo Beames – 1:51:02
• Elaine Chapman – 1:54:04 – 2nd LV40!
• Kevin Joynes-Creed – 1:57:57
• Katy Miller – 2:04:32
• Amanda Ball – 2:11:30
• Zoe Markham-Lee – 2:11:31

10k Results

• Cat O’Neill – 44:56 – 2nd SL!
• Paul Beaumont – 49:58
• Ellie Witnall – 50:03 – 3rd SL!
• Anne-Marie Davies – 58:41 – 3rd LV50!
• Maria Yates – 1:02:04

Nice and quiet scenic out & back loop to Ashton Keynes. Not too far off a PB but the combination of a pulled muscle in training and the last 3 miles of undulation & unexpected heat got the better of me today! Still pleased overall considering!

Elliot Gardiner

Lovely racing weather and great to see so many RSE!

Zoe Markham-Lee

Cardiff Half Marathon

Featuring some of the capital’s most famous landmarks, the Cardiff Half Marathon treats runners to a mix of beautiful scenery and historic buildings. Starting at Cardiff Castle, entrants run past the Principality and Cardiff City Stadiums, Penarth Marina, Cardiff Bay and the Norwegian Church and Wales Millennium Centre. There’s then a grandstand finish in the heart of the city at the Civic Centre!

A huge well done to the RSE members who took part!

• Cathy Steer – 2:16:16
• Gareth Roberts – 2:18:11
• Linda Edwards – 2:18:25

Started at the castle. The sun came out for us. Great support all the way around and a sneaky hill at the end!

Cathy Steer

parkruns

Bath Skyline parkrun

• Taryn Hancock – 31:38

Gloucester North parkrun

• Andy Sworn – 27:58

Ferry Meadows parkrun

• Jessica James – 26:16

Cirencester parkrun

• Jon Campbell – 22:20
• Kathryn Cowdall – 33:42

If you would like a run or race included in the club report, don’t forget to message Ellie Witnall by 5pm Sunday each week 

Ironman Emilia-Romagna

Ironman courses are notoriously tough, crossing lengthy distances for a swim, bike ride and run. Taking place in ancient fishing village of Cervia, the Ironman Emilia-Romagna is based on the East Coast of Italy; the course includes a sea swim of 3800m (2.4m), a two lap bike course of 180km (112m) and a 4-lap run of 42.2km (26m). Entrants are treated to spectacular views and Italian history as they cross the course.

Taking part for RSE was Katie Tunstall, who was completing her first Ironman! The race was not without its dramas after it was delayed for 24 hours due to a huge storm that hit Italy the day before.

A massive congratulations to Katie, who finished in 15 hours 17 mins!

Goodwood Running Grand Prix

The Goodwood Motor Circuit takes place on Bedford Autodrome & Oulton Park, which makes for a flat and fast race. Runners had the options for 5k to marathon distances across the track, and were treated to a chequered flag finish. The course consists of laps around the track and is well supported along the way.

Running his first half marathon in 10 years was RSE’s Campbell McIlroy, who completed the course in 1:53:18, a massive 9 minute PB!

Well done Campbell on a very impressive personal best!

parkruns

Parke parkrun

• Darren Jenner – 27:42
• Felicity Crotty – 1:05:14

Cirencester parkrun

• Jon Campbell – 22:11
• Elliot Gardiner – 22:39
• Mick Bagot – 23:09
• Phil Southworth – 25:51
• Anne Gardiner – 26:16
• Linda Edwards – 29:56
• Sue Navin – 30:32

Tetbury Goods Shed parkrun

• Vicki Mason – 27:27

Ashbourne Recreation Ground parkrun

• Anne-Marie Davies – 27:58

Queen of the Cotswolds

It was the return of RSE’s annual BBQ this week, and alongside the fantastic food provided by Somewhere else (and the numerous drinks) was a very special prize giving. It takes a lot of grit and determination to complete a race, and a lot of patience to complete a 10 year challenge – and that’s just what RSE’s Sharon Smith did, completing every leg of the Cotswold Way Relay in RSE’s club colours.

A huge well done to Sharon! We hope you enjoyed the (homemade) crown!

Flying Monk 10k

The unusual name for this Malmesbury 10k race comes from the Eilmer of Malmesbury, a monk best known for his early attempt at a gliding flight using wings!

The race itself is undulating, crossing 1.5k of the Fosse Way, the oldest Roman road in the country. The race is well supported, with pacers to help lead the way around the quiet country lanes. The Flying Monk 10k was the next race in RSE’s club championship!

• David Witnall – 40:28
• Mark Garrett – 43:24 – 3rd MV50
• Nia Glover – 44:00 – 1st FSen
• Elaine Chapman – 52:51
• Darren Jenner – 53:24
• Kirsty Pitts – 57:53
• Anne-Marie Davies – 1:00:58
• Felicity Crotty – 1:05:34

Brilliant times from team RSE!

Cotswold Classic

Hosted by Witney Road Runners, this 10 mile race takes runners on a tour around Witney and its surrounding villages. The race website describes the course as ‘fundulating’ (a unique take on hilly 😂) and shows of the picturesque beauty of the area.

• Jo Wood – 1:32:48
• Sylvia Warman – 2:05:48

The hills were quite challenging but it’s the longest distance I’ve done so far so I’m very happy to complete it and slightly faster than I thought I would.

Sylvia Warman

Well done both of you! Great times!

Hillingdon 20 Mile

Formerly known as the Finchley 20 mile, this race is the longest-running 20 miler in the UK! The race starts at Hillingdon Athletic Club and follows a 4-lap, undulating course around Ruislip.

Running for RSE was Liz Hulcup, who ran a fantastic time of 3.31.11.

Horrible undulating course, but lots of friendly marshalls. It was run mainly on footpaths with some not in the best condition!

Liz Hulcup

Fantastic running, Liz!

Cheltenham Half Marathon

Starting and finishing at Cheltenham race course, this half marathon follows a town centre course, meaning it is well supported with spectators. Although the race website claims the course is ‘mostly flat’, runners were treated to a few tough hills. RSE were out in force for the run!

• Elliot Gardiner – 1:49:57 – New PB!
• Phil Newman – 1:54:13
• Kevin Joynes-Creed – 2:00:24
• Tim Wainwright – 2:00:24
• Katy Miller – 2:10:13
• Zoe Markham-Lee – 2:11:47

Route around Cheltenham town starting and finishing at the racecourse – you don’t realise how hilly Cheltenham is until you are running it! Aimed for 8.20 min pacing which I managed to stick to exactly, resulting in a new PB! 💪🏻 The last part of the race around the racecourse was never ending!

Elliot Gardiner

Cotswold Sprint Triathlon

This new triathlon takes place at the Cotswold Water Park’s Lake 32, and Cotswold Country Park and Beach. Entrants can enter the full series throughout the year, or challenge themselves for one event. The course features a 750m swim in the lake, a fast and flat bike ride, and a 2-lap run around the lake.

Taking part in the triathlon was RSE’s Martin ‘Ted’ Pitts!

A great event and it went much as expected Swim 750m (1st in age group) out the water in 13.13. Bike 20k 33.59 and Run 5k (which was actually 5.5k) 30.29 total time 1hr 20.29. It was my only Tri this year so I was pleased with the result especially on the swim and bike (not so much the run! 😁)

Ted Pitts

Brilliant work, Ted!

parkruns

Forest of Dean parkrun

• Vicki Mason – 30:02

Cirencester parkrun

• Paul Robertson – 21:51
• Jon Campbell – 24:36
• Andy Sworn – 25:29
• Phil Southworth – 25:31
• Anne Gardiner – 26:53
• Richard Edwards – 30:31
• Portia Bigger – 40:17

Witney parkrun

• Taryn Hancock – 30:54
• Claire Collett – 50:40

Groe parkrun

• Kathryn Cowdall – 32:10

Tetbury Goods Shed parkrun

• Sharon Smith – 37:59

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