Goodwood Running GP – 50km Ultra Marathon
Located at the foot of the Sussex Downs, the track is the only classic circuit in the world to remain entirely in its original form. Goodwood Motor Circuit originally opened its gates to the public on September 1948, to host Britain’s very first post-war motor race meeting at a permanent venue. Paul Robertson decided to drive down there, abandon his car and run round it instead! Here are his thoughts
Ultra Runners are insane. My first attempt going above Marathon distance and boy did it feel like a massive challenge. Only 5 more miles but I cannot describe how hard they were. Wind, rain and laps are not a good combination but these were muted by great support from the Run Through staff. Possibly the happiest water station I have ever encountered. I’m not convinced that Ultra Marathons are for me but looking back, I did not enjoy it at the time but I am enjoying the happiness of completion. Thanks to everyone at RSE for their well done messages after. You made the mental pain disappear very quickly after.
The day went like this
Started – Finished – Retired from Ultra Running…!!!!!
What a fantastic achievement! Here’s Paul’s time: 05:48:52
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AVR Half Marathon Replacement Event
As the final race of the Club Championship, the AVR Wiltshire Half, was cancelled because of bad weather, an alternative was arranged. Many thanks to the captains and marshalls who made this possible. A number of RSE members managed to get out there. Here are messages from some of the particiapnts
Felicity Crotty
Today our lovely club put on a virtual race to make up for the cancellation of AVR HM last week. The route was 2 laps of Fairford 10k plus a little out’ n ‘back section to begin with. In Fairford the sun mostly shone, we were greeted by lovely marshalls Ellie, Pauline and Steve on the route, with Ben coordinating timings at the start / finish area. Great company from Zoe all the way round too. Glad to have a rest over Christmas now.
Alan Powderhill
A nice steady half ran with Darren Jenner to get the championship completed. Some tough hills on that Fairford course. Great route sorted by Ben & Elaine and brilliant help from the marshals. Well done to everyone for completing it in the drizzle.
Darren Jenner completed it after a tumble at 6 miles!
Alan Powderhill 01:56:06
Darren Jenner 01:56:22
Elaine Chapman 02:04:51
Tim Wainwright 02:13:36
Zoe Markham-Lee 02:18:28
Felicity Crotty 02:18:39
The two captains who helped make it possible. Was the cuppa a better option?
Bromham Pudding run
The Pudding Run is a 10k race around the Wiltshire village of Bromham, in between the towns of Melksham, Devizes, Calne and Chippenham. The two lap course is flat and regularly produces personal bests for runners of all abilities. Cheri Edwards ran it.
I love this race! It’s a 2 (and a little bit) lap on quiet roads around Bromham, a small village in Wiltshire between Chippenham and Calne. It raises funds for the local primary school and is always well supported, with residents standing outside their houses; clapping, cheering, playing Christmas music, dressed up in festive costumes etc!
I’d describe it as fast and flat (although my legs disagreed with that around mile 4!) and appeals to those chasing a fast PB as well as those who want to complete their first 10k and everyone in between.
This is the fourth consecutive year I’ve ran it and it’s definitely the atmosphere that keeps me coming back. As well as the fact you get a Christmas pudding at the finish line
Cheri ‘s time: 00:51:40
Churn Project Santa 5k
The Churn Project is hoping that this will become an annual event at this time of year with people putting on their best Santa or festive costumes plus running shoes .Whether a seasoned runner, or just looking for some holiday cheer, the event is perfect for all ages and fitness levels. There is a 1K route around the park for younger families to take part, so no-one is left behind. Both the 1K and 5K runs started at 10.30am with a fun warm up session beforehand for everyone to get motivated.
Anne Gardiner
The Churn Project reaches many members of our community, so it is a worthwhile cause to support. Sadly, the rain increased just before the race, but there was a dancing warm-up, and the rain didn’t dampen the enthusiasm of the many runners in fancy dress, including young children who participated in the 1k fun run. The huge puddles soaked us, but it was fun. Well done to Fran Penny as Run Director.
Sue Navin
In the Abbey grounds in the rain. Quite a task for the organisers to manage a 5k and 1k family race with a diversion to avoid a flooded area. 4 out and back laps with big puddles. I fell over trying to avoid a group of Santas and elves hurtling towards me. A great atmosphere and turnout despite the rain. Thank you to Anne for her company and encouragement
Anne Gardiner: 27:57
Sue Navin: ?? 28 minutes ??
Sylvia Warman
I don’t imagine that the times matter to the runners that do it. Maybe next year people could warm down there after a Cirencester parkrun to help the support the Churn (or do I just feel a bit guilty for being away?).
Parkruns
Lydiard parkrun
Darren JENNER 00:26:34
Felicity CROTTY 00:29:41
Whiteley parkrun
Brett LYONS 00:32:17
Cirencester parkrun
Phil HUDSON 00:22:38
Oliver HAZEL 00:24:01
Daniel DRAYTON 00:25:18
Steve SANDERCOCK 00:27:22
Robert BAKER 00:28:08
Sue NAVIN 00:29:43
Liz HULCUP 00.30.21
Andy SWORN 00:30:23
Vicki MASON 00:32:49
Samantha WARD 00:34:01
Tetbury Goods Shed parkrun
Helen CUE 00:36:51
St Mary’s parkrun
Paul BILLINGHURST 00:23:20
Stratford Park parkrun, Stroud
Sharon SMITH 00:27:30
Save the date!
Jan 18th – Annual Awards evening
Thanks for reading! Apologies if I have missed something/got something wrong
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