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Severn Bridge 5 Mile Night Race

The Severn Bridge 5 mile light race took place on Wednesday 6th November.

Runners started on the Severn Bridge and ran on the downstream pedestrian access-way, along the full length of the bridge then crossed over the toll booth plaza bridge to gain the upstream side. They then ran down a footpath at the side of the Aust Services and gained the upstream pedestrian access-way which followed all the way back to the other side with a convenient finish in the underpass. Apparently it is impossible to get lost in this race.

Representing RSE was Libby Butler who completed the race in 44:53.

Well done Libby

Lydiard Park Run

Steve Sandercock – 24:16

Caroline Sandercock – 36:52

Torbay Velopark Park Run

Felicity Crotty – 27:36

Greenpoint Park Run

Jenny Hoffman – 30:38

Cirencester Park Run

Elizabeth Lloyd – 33:09

Sylvia Warman – 33:11

Pauline Tilbury – 33:46

Charley Trykush – 37:47

Tetbury Goods Shed Park Run

Martin ‘Ted’ Pitts – 27:39

Abbot NYC Dash to the Finish 5k

At the Abbott Dash to the Finish Line 5K on Saturday 2nd November runners had the chance to be part of the world-famous TCS New York City Marathon. Runners got to run through the streets of Manhattan, and finish at the famed Marathon finish line in Central Park—without running 26.2 miles!

Representing RSE was Mark Manley who was unfortunately not able to take part in the marathon due to injury. That didn’t stop him completing the race in a new PB of 18:19 and at the same time managing to beat Paula Radcliffe who finished in 19:02. A famous scalp to add to his list. Well done Mark.

Gloucester 24 hr Track Race

24 hours on a 400 metre track in Podsmead, Gloucester! A historical event last recreated in 2014. It was 37 years since the world record was set on the same track which still stands as the current British record of 170 miles 974 yards (274.480 kms) set by Gloucester runner.  Entry for the race which took place on Saturday 2nd and Sunday 3rd November was by invitation only.

RSE runner Henry Church was fortunate enough to get an invitation to take part in the event. I doubt there would have been many runners disappointed in not getting an invitation. Over a very wet and windy 24 hours Henry managed to complete 161.6 km or 100.41358 miles. Fantastic effort Henry. An amazing display of both physical and mental endurance.

Guy Fawkes 5

On Sunday 3rd November the Guy Fawkes 5 mile race took place in Tewkesbury. This was a flat course with just two bridges to cross on country lanes with very little traffic.

Representing RSE was Rosie Oates who finished in a new PB time of 35:45 and came 1st in the SL category. She was followed by;

Dave Whitlow who finished in a time of 36:10 and came 4th in the MV55 category.

Sarah Page who finished in 44:18

Great running from you all well done.

Bideford 10 mile

The Bideford 10 mile race took place on Sunday 3rd November. The course started and finished very close to the Bideford Amateur Athletic Club Clubhouse and took in magnificent views of the Taw and Torridge estuary. The course headed out on roads and returned on the Tarka Trail. The race was moderately flat, with only three small inclines.

Representing RSE in what he has said is likely to be his last event in and RSE vest was Tom Cooper who completed the race in a new PB time of 1:04:36

Well done Tom

Mentioned in Dispatches

This was pretty easy for me to decide on this week.

Firstly Henry Church. Running 100 miles over a 24 hr period in bad weather is a great feat in itself. To do it around a 400 m track shows great physical and mental determination. A fantastic effort which included a PB over a marathon distance as well.

Rosie Oates managed to set yet another PB on the weekend. This time a new PB over 5 miles. She also came first place in the SL category of the Guy Fawkes 5.

Finally I have to include Tom Cooper. Running his last in RSE colours Tom set a new PB over 10 miles. Clearly being a new dad hasn’t slowed him down at all. Tom has been a great member of RSE and he will be missed. I am sure he will be visiting on a regular basis and I wish him the best at his new club.

Finally Mark Manley purely for beating Paula Radcliffe.

Worcester Park Run

Felicity Crotty – 29:31

Cirencester Park Run

William Gardiner – 27:43

Anne Gardiner – 28:02

Snowdonia Marathon

On Saturday 26th October the Snowdonia Marathon took place. The inaugural Snowdonia Marathon was held in 1982, and was conceived as a dramatic alternative to the numerous city and town races becoming so popular. The demanding and spectacular route, encircling Snowdon, Wales’ and England’s highest peak, has given the event a unique place in the annual marathon calendar ever since.

Representing RSE on a wet and very slippery course that, resulted in him losing a trainer in the mud at one point, was Andy Masser who finished in and impressive time of 4:20:34.

Well done Andy.

Stroud Half Marathon

On Sunday 27th the 38th Stroud Half Marathon took place. Although not flat, the course was a great place for a fast time.

Representing RSE was Linda Edwards who completed the race in 1:53:07 which was a PB by an incredible 4 minutes and 4th in the F60-69 category. She was followed by Jon Collins who finished in 2:02:00.

Great running from you both.

Rugby Half Marathon

Through the disused Great Central railway and the closed town and country roads of Britain’s railway centre, the Rugby Half Marathon on Sunday 27th October was a race not to be missed.

Starting at Hart field, runners quickly found themselves out on to clear country roads and flying round to return to the town centre on ‘a linear nature reserve’ – the old railway line that is now a recognised wildlife hotspot.

Representing RSE was Liz Farooq who completed the race in 2:06:37. She was followed by Amanda Ball who was taking part in her first half marathon and finishing in 2:18:44.

Great effort from you both well done.

Calne Clock Change Challenge

On Sunday 27th October the Calne Clock Change Challenge took place. This event involved both a 10km and 5km road race over a fast and flat course capable of producing personal bests. 

Representing RSE was Mark Manley who finished in a time of 20:03. Not only was this 9th place overall but it was also 1st place in the M50 category. Had he been a bit younger he would also have achieved 1st place in the M40 category.

Fantastic effort Mark.

Swindon Park Run

Mark Manley – 20:49

Brueton Park Run

Felicity Crotty – 28:32

Cirencester Park Run

Tom Razazan – 21:16

William Gardiner – 28:03

Tetbury Goods Shed Park Run

Ted Pitts – 27:32

Linda Edwards – 30:31

Amsterdam Marathon

The Amsterdam Marathon took place on Sunday 20th October and is ranked as the world’s 6th fastest marathon city. Highlights of the course are the start and finish in the Olympic Stadium, the passage through the Rijksmuseum, the stretch along the Amstel River and running through the Vondelpark.

Representing RSE was Dave Witnall who completed the race in 3:15:31. He was followed by Ellie Taylor who finished in 3:49:52

Outstanding effort from you both.

York Marathon

The Asda Foundation Yorkshire Marathon took place on Sunday 20th October. Since it’s inaugural event in 2013 this marathon has quickly established itself as a highlight of the White Rose County’s sporting year. The route took in historic sites such as the York Minster and the beautiful North Yorkshire countryside.

Representing RSE was Laura Lucking who finished in a time of 4:03:57 which was a PB.

She was followed by Ryo Taylor who was taking part in his first marathon and completed it in an unofficial time of 4:49:30.

Very well done to you both.

Great South Run

The Great South 10 mile run on Sunday 20th October gave runners the chance to experience one of the south coast’s best 10 mile events and celebrate everything that’s great about Portsmouth. The flat fast course was perfect for runners looking for a PB.

Representing RSE was Sandie Wood who completed the run in 1:38:21. She was followed by Tracey Webster who finished in a time of 1:48:36

Great running well done.

Swindon Park Run

Steve Sandercock – 24:25

Caroline Sandercock – 35:52

Cirencester Park Run

William Gardiner – 27:08

Jo Wood – 27:27

Anne Gardiner – 28:07

Charley Trykush – 38:09

Northwich Park Run

Felicity Crotty – 29:03

Tetbury Goods Shed Park Run

Kirsty Pitts – 26:09

Ted Pitts – 27:52

Becca Wilson – 32:52

Stratford Park Park Run

Jon Collins – 29:36