Boston Marathon
Now in its 128th year, the Boston Marathon is one of the world’s oldest marathons, beginning in 1897. It is one of the World’s six marathon majors and attracts amateurs and professionals alike. Despite, this the Boston marathon is notoriously undulating and the interchangeable weather makes it a tough race to train for. The course is a straight line, starting in Hopkinton, MA and ending in Boylston Street.
A huge congratulations to Jennifer Glass for running the course!
- Jennifer Glass – 3:53:01
Newport Marathon 2024
This popular race is a firm favourite on the Welsh running calendar, boasting one of the flattest marathon courses in Europe. Over 70% of all finishers have claimed a PB on a route that offers iconic landmarks, like the city’s Transporter Bridge and the stunning scenery of the Gwent Levels. The course has been named in a list of ‘10 of the fastest marathons in the world’ by Runners World.
Congratulations to the RSE club members who took on the marathon challenge!
- Darren Jenner – 3:58:11
- Jo Wood – 4:05:45
- Elaine Chapman – 4:23:02
- Paul Robertson
Butcombe Trail Ultra
The official Butcombe Trail is a 50-mile route around six pubs in the Mendip Hills, a designated area of outstanding natural beauty (AONB). The route is mostly off-road and takes in beautiful running country and fantastic views as it criss-crosses the Mendips. The organisers, marshals, and checkpoint crews are all runners, many of whom regularly run ultras and know what’s needed to make a great race and help people get to the finish.
A massive well done to Cheri Edwards for completing her first 50 mile race!
- Cheri Edwards – 13:15:00
Great Birmingham Run
This popular race was completely sold out with more than 14,000 people taking part. Starting & finishing in the heart of the city, the course boasts on route entertainment, an event village and carnival atmosphere. There are 10k, marathon and children’s races available, making it a great family day out.
Well done to Paul Robertson for completing another race! How many is that in the last month?!
- Paul Robertson – 1:57:48
Pewsey Downaround 35
Starting at the Pewsey Scout Hut, this 35 mile course follows footpaths and bridleways with beautiful views over the Vale of Pewsey and Marlborough Downs. The route visits many sites of archaeological interest, including Avebury Stone Circle, Windmill Hill, and passes close to the Stone Avenue, Silbury Hill, the Sanctuary and the Long Barrow.
A huge congratulations to the RSE club members who took to the hills!
- Nadine Brown – 09:01 something…
- Kevin Joynes-Creed
- Lesley Hinsley
parkruns - 27/04/2024
Forest of Dean parkrun
- Vicki Mason – 32:25
Riverfront parkrun
- Darren Jenner – 28:07
- Felicity Crotty – 30:27
Cirencester parkrun
- Ben Chapman – 23:02
- Paul Billinghurst – 24:11
- Phil Newman – 25:17
- Samantha Ward – 30:58
- George Rackley – 33:27
Marlborough Common parkrun
- Taryn Hancock – 33:17
Tetbury Goods Shed parkrun
- Phil Hudson – 21:56
Quakers Walk parkrun
- Anne-Marie Davies – 29:24
Gloucester North parkrun
- Liz Hulcup – 29:04
parkruns - 04/05/2024
Cirencester parkrun
- Paul Billinghurst – 24:02
- Daniel Drayton – 25:05
- Steve Sandercock – 25:31
- Sue Navin – 30:43
- Samantha Ward – 30:43
- Rachel Weaver – 57:40
Tetbury Goods Shed parkrun
- Phil Hudson – 23:14
Seven Fields parkrun
- Paul Robertson – 28:19
- Taryn Hancock – 31:07
Central parkrun, Plymouth
- Felicity Crotty – 30:54
Save the date!
- 9th May – RSE Skittles Night for TIC+
- 10th May – Bourton Mile (RSE Championship race)
- 3rd June – Stroud Beer Race (RSE Championship race)
- 12th June – Cirencester Summer Sizzler (RSE Championship race)
- 23rd June – Rounders & Afternoon Tea – RSE vs Bourton Road Runners @ Stow Rugby Club
- 6th July – Cotswold Way Relay
- 12th-14th July – Hope Trail Festival
- July (date TBC) – Family fun & BBQ @ St Michaels Park
- 3rd August – RSE Summer Pool Party @ The Open Air Pool
- September (date TBC) – Quiz & Chips for charity
- October (date TBC) – End of Season social
