The Welly Five (nothing to do with boots) is a great, well established event. Another good turnout from NRR with some great performances on a fast course.
15 Tony Letts 28:43
21 Daniel Cook 29:23
27 Norbert Mihalik 29:58
79 Pete Moor 34:01
85 David Whatton 34:23
91 Penny Andrews 35:10
109 Gavin Harris 36:26 - PB
122 John Eales 37:02
124 Eamon Kennedy 37:08
125 Roger Taylor 37:15
151 Jon Dilworth 39:12
152 Tom Sullivan 39:12
180 Mary Sullivan 42:10
197 Jo Letts 44:03
232 Carole Whatton 49:55
Wednesday 29 July 2015
John's 10 Mile PB
John Eales raced twice at the weekend, The Heckington Show 10 mile in a PB time of 1:16:04 followed by Wellingborough 5 on Sunday in a time of 37:02 (official) although the Garmin time is 36:50.
Monday 27 July 2015
Parkrun 25th July
1 David GREEN 17:27
22 Dan GOSLING 20:12
71 Mark LEWIS 22:48 - New PB
73 Mark KENNEDY 22:50 Pacer
136 Alan CAPELL 25:19
149 Sue LEWIS 26:10 - New PB
187 Richard ROSE 28:27
249 Sue THOMPSON 32:34 - New PB
22 Dan GOSLING 20:12
71 Mark LEWIS 22:48 - New PB
73 Mark KENNEDY 22:50 Pacer
136 Alan CAPELL 25:19
149 Sue LEWIS 26:10 - New PB
187 Richard ROSE 28:27
249 Sue THOMPSON 32:34 - New PB
Thursday 23 July 2015
Jog For James
Well done to Dan Gosling for a third place finish at the Jog for James 10K at Pitsford on Sunday 19th July.
Parkrun 18th July
A record 369 people turned out for the Northampton Parkrun.
4 Norbert MIHALIK 18:14
7 Ilir BRECA 18:31 - 80th Parkrun
27 Pete MOOR 20:36
46 Jon CORNWELL 21:45
55 Charlotte YARKER 22:03
68 Eamon KENNEDY 22:46 - New PB
215 Richard ROSE 28:16
247 Helen BLACKBURN 29:38
269 Helen GARDNER 30:56
308 Sue THOMPSON 32:48 - New PB
Thetford parkrun
5 Daniel COOK 18:50
4 Norbert MIHALIK 18:14
7 Ilir BRECA 18:31 - 80th Parkrun
27 Pete MOOR 20:36
46 Jon CORNWELL 21:45
55 Charlotte YARKER 22:03
68 Eamon KENNEDY 22:46 - New PB
215 Richard ROSE 28:16
247 Helen BLACKBURN 29:38
269 Helen GARDNER 30:56
308 Sue THOMPSON 32:48 - New PB
Thetford parkrun
5 Daniel COOK 18:50
Wednesday 15 July 2015
Adderbury Half(ish)
An NRR favourite was only attended by two this year. Roger Taylor and Jocelyn Granger completed the off-road course in 1:52:31 and 2:07:17 respectively.
30 Roger Taylor 1:52:31
56 Jocelyn Granger 2:07:17
30 Roger Taylor 1:52:31
56 Jocelyn Granger 2:07:17
Milton Keynes Half Marathon
Well done to Richard Franks for continuing his comeback, he completed the Milton Keynes Half in 1:39:59
Rugby Half Marathon
Five NRR members took part in the first ever Rugby Half Marathon on Sunday 13th July.
Starting in the town centre, the route headed through Rugby School before a trip out into the countryside. There were a couple of playful hills on the course and trips through Barby and Kilsby villages where locals were out to cheer on the pack. At 12 miles was a surprise lap around a running track too before a huge cheering crowd at the finish line.
All in all, the organisation was brilliant and the marshals were friendly. There was a great little race village at the finish too.
Finishers were treated to a pick and mix style buffet with jelly babies, cereals and fruit at the end plus a great medal and technical t-shirt.
13 Daniel Cook 1:25:08
72 Mark Kennedy 1:37:06
127 Pete Moor 1:42:52
392 Sarah Jones 2:02:59
398 Mark Lewis 2:03:33
Well done also to Sue Lewis who got a PB in 2:14:10.
Starting in the town centre, the route headed through Rugby School before a trip out into the countryside. There were a couple of playful hills on the course and trips through Barby and Kilsby villages where locals were out to cheer on the pack. At 12 miles was a surprise lap around a running track too before a huge cheering crowd at the finish line.
All in all, the organisation was brilliant and the marshals were friendly. There was a great little race village at the finish too.
Finishers were treated to a pick and mix style buffet with jelly babies, cereals and fruit at the end plus a great medal and technical t-shirt.
13 Daniel Cook 1:25:08
72 Mark Kennedy 1:37:06
127 Pete Moor 1:42:52
392 Sarah Jones 2:02:59
398 Mark Lewis 2:03:33
Well done also to Sue Lewis who got a PB in 2:14:10.
The Hallow 12 Parish Marathon Challenge
Beckie Hollowell, Darren Baldwin and Mark Garrett completed another beautiful challenged hosted by the Long Distance Walkers' Association on Saturday 11th July.
Parkrun 11th July
7 Ilir BRECA 18:41
16 Dan GOSLING 19:48
91 Eamon KENNEDY 23:06
97 Mark KENNEDY 23:15 - Pacing
100 John EALES 23:18
235 Richard ROSE 28:42
16 Dan GOSLING 19:48
91 Eamon KENNEDY 23:06
97 Mark KENNEDY 23:15 - Pacing
100 John EALES 23:18
235 Richard ROSE 28:42
Thursday 9 July 2015
Desborough 10K
Desborough 10K
You know when a race has everything? The all new Desborough 10K was lovingly crafted by the organisers to include a beautiful course - mixed with fields and road, really friendly marshals, a great atmosphere from lots of local entrants, a really good value entry fee, an excellent goodie bag (including a bottle of wine) plus the bonus of chip timing! Seriously, what more could you ask for?
Well to add to that, 32 NRR members completed the race and there were plenty of PBs to boast as well.
Well done to everyone for some great runs, special mentions to Steven Randall for his first ever competitive race and for Karen Eke for displaying the most energy overall after the event.
12 ILIR BRECANI 39:05
14 TOM SMITH 39:22
24 DAN GOSLING 40:37
26 MARK GARRETT 41:01
29 MARK KENNEDY 41:34
36 ADRIAN TUCK 42:46
50 SEB PERRY 45:30
51 DARREN BYFIELD 45:57 - PB
52 CHARLOTTE YARKER 46:16
55 GAVIN HARRIS 46:31- PB
56 STEPHEN KENNEDY 46:33 - PB
59 ROGER TAYLOR 46:50
65 JON DILWORTH 48:01 - 1st M60+
70 WENDY PARKER 48:21 - 2nd F45
87 CAROLINE POWELL 49:05
91 ANDY COTTRELL 49:43
92 TOM SULLIVAN 49:44
101 STEVEN RANDALL 51:01 - 1st competitive race
110 JOCELYN GRANGER 51:43
122 MARK LEWIS 52:18
131 JO SMITH 53:53
132 MARY SULLIVAN 53:54
137 ALAN CAPELL 54:36
146 JO LETTS 56:10
166 KAREN EKE 59:38 - PB
168 AVTAR KAUR 1:00:51
169 RACHAEL SMITH 1:01:09
174 DAVID SOLOMON 1:01:38
178 HELEN GARDNER 1:03:11
179 PAULA PINNEY 1:03:14
198 SALLY GARRETT 1:09:36
206 SUE THOMPSON 1:12:00
You know when a race has everything? The all new Desborough 10K was lovingly crafted by the organisers to include a beautiful course - mixed with fields and road, really friendly marshals, a great atmosphere from lots of local entrants, a really good value entry fee, an excellent goodie bag (including a bottle of wine) plus the bonus of chip timing! Seriously, what more could you ask for?
Well to add to that, 32 NRR members completed the race and there were plenty of PBs to boast as well.
Well done to everyone for some great runs, special mentions to Steven Randall for his first ever competitive race and for Karen Eke for displaying the most energy overall after the event.
12 ILIR BRECANI 39:05
14 TOM SMITH 39:22
24 DAN GOSLING 40:37
26 MARK GARRETT 41:01
29 MARK KENNEDY 41:34
36 ADRIAN TUCK 42:46
50 SEB PERRY 45:30
51 DARREN BYFIELD 45:57 - PB
52 CHARLOTTE YARKER 46:16
55 GAVIN HARRIS 46:31- PB
56 STEPHEN KENNEDY 46:33 - PB
59 ROGER TAYLOR 46:50
65 JON DILWORTH 48:01 - 1st M60+
70 WENDY PARKER 48:21 - 2nd F45
87 CAROLINE POWELL 49:05
91 ANDY COTTRELL 49:43
92 TOM SULLIVAN 49:44
101 STEVEN RANDALL 51:01 - 1st competitive race
110 JOCELYN GRANGER 51:43
122 MARK LEWIS 52:18
131 JO SMITH 53:53
132 MARY SULLIVAN 53:54
137 ALAN CAPELL 54:36
146 JO LETTS 56:10
166 KAREN EKE 59:38 - PB
168 AVTAR KAUR 1:00:51
169 RACHAEL SMITH 1:01:09
174 DAVID SOLOMON 1:01:38
178 HELEN GARDNER 1:03:11
179 PAULA PINNEY 1:03:14
198 SALLY GARRETT 1:09:36
206 SUE THOMPSON 1:12:00
Potteries Marathon
Marathon number six of the year completed by John Eales at Potteries Marathon on Sunday 5th July. On a very undulating course, John finished in a time of 4:12:55. A well supported event and he will be back next year. Starts and finishes at the Britannia Stadium.
John Eales 4:12:55
John Eales 4:12:55
Black Country Half Marathon
Well done to Matt Brand for finishing the Black Country Half Marathon in 1:31:04. An off road point to point event following the canal route from Wolverhampton to Birmingham.
34 Matt Brand 1:31:04
34 Matt Brand 1:31:04
Parkrun 4th July
19 Ilir BRECA 20:59
63 Caroline POWELL 23:35
66 Jon CORNWELL 23:39
78 Eamon KENNEDY 24:13
98 Sarah JONES 24:59
192 Helen BLACKBURN 29:55
Darlington South Park Parkrun
15 Mark KENNEDY 19:57
63 Caroline POWELL 23:35
66 Jon CORNWELL 23:39
78 Eamon KENNEDY 24:13
98 Sarah JONES 24:59
192 Helen BLACKBURN 29:55
Darlington South Park Parkrun
15 Mark KENNEDY 19:57
Friday 3 July 2015
East Midlands Grand Prix Series
Well done to the sixteen NRR members completed the EMGP series this year. The series consists of eight events and the best five results are counted towards the runner's score.
Tony Letts lifted a trophy finishing second in the M45 category and there was a close battle between Dan, Tom and Richard in the standings for senior men.
The ladies enjoyed some good results with Sarah finishing 4th and Mary 3rd in their categories.
Well done to the team as well.
Women
F40
13 Jo Letts 7 races
F45
4th Sarah Jones 7
F50
16 Carole Whatton 5
F55
3 Mary Sullivan 8
Senior Men
29th Dan Gosling 7
30th Tom Smith 6
34th Richard Wild 7
47th Gavin Harris 6
M40
11 Peter Moor 8
16 Seb Perry 5
M45
2 Tony Letts 7
16 Adrian Tuck 5
22 Darren Byfield 6
M50
12 David Whatton 5
M60
7 Jon Dilworth 8
M65
5 Tom Sullivan 7
Team Results
Senior Men 4th
Vet Men 7th
Senior Women 6th
Vet Women 5th
Tony Letts lifted a trophy finishing second in the M45 category and there was a close battle between Dan, Tom and Richard in the standings for senior men.
The ladies enjoyed some good results with Sarah finishing 4th and Mary 3rd in their categories.
Well done to the team as well.
Women
F40
13 Jo Letts 7 races
F45
4th Sarah Jones 7
F50
16 Carole Whatton 5
F55
3 Mary Sullivan 8
Senior Men
29th Dan Gosling 7
30th Tom Smith 6
34th Richard Wild 7
47th Gavin Harris 6
M40
11 Peter Moor 8
16 Seb Perry 5
M45
2 Tony Letts 7
16 Adrian Tuck 5
22 Darren Byfield 6
M50
12 David Whatton 5
M60
7 Jon Dilworth 8
M65
5 Tom Sullivan 7
Team Results
Senior Men 4th
Vet Men 7th
Senior Women 6th
Vet Women 5th
Milton Keynes 10K
The final race of the East Midlands Grand Prix series drew to a close at Milton Keynes on 30th June.
Eighteen NRR members completed the flat 10K course but PB attempts will have been slowed day by the extreme hot weather and lack of shade.
Well done everyone.
22 Tony Letts 36:25 - 3rd M45
90 Tom Smith 40:45
131 Dan Gosling 42:57
136 Adrian Tuck 43:09
152 Pete Moor 43:56
178 Richard Wild 44:50
262 Gavin Harris 48:32
269 Roger Taylor 48:45
292 Tom Sullivan 50:01
311 Darren Byfield 50:55
328 Sarah Jones 51:52
345 Jon Dilworth 52:39
379 Mary Sullivan 55:15 - 3rd F55
395 Andrew Pate 56:16
414 Jon Cornwell 57:43
418 Jo Letts 57:55
443 Alan Capell 60:15
461 Karen Eke 62:05
Eighteen NRR members completed the flat 10K course but PB attempts will have been slowed day by the extreme hot weather and lack of shade.
Well done everyone.
22 Tony Letts 36:25 - 3rd M45
90 Tom Smith 40:45
131 Dan Gosling 42:57
136 Adrian Tuck 43:09
152 Pete Moor 43:56
178 Richard Wild 44:50
262 Gavin Harris 48:32
269 Roger Taylor 48:45
292 Tom Sullivan 50:01
311 Darren Byfield 50:55
328 Sarah Jones 51:52
345 Jon Dilworth 52:39
379 Mary Sullivan 55:15 - 3rd F55
395 Andrew Pate 56:16
414 Jon Cornwell 57:43
418 Jo Letts 57:55
443 Alan Capell 60:15
461 Karen Eke 62:05
Tuesday 30 June 2015
Triple NRR winners at Coombe Abbey.
Sunday 28th June 2015
The multi lap half marathon grass trail at Coombe Abbey was the latest venue for a fantastic result for NRR runners. Rosanna Andrews came 1st overall in a great off-road time of 1:28:02. The result was the first time a Go-Beyond event has seen a 1st lady overall. Well done Rosanna.
Jon Dilworth battled his off-road demons to complete the course in 1:51:50 and finish 1st MV60. Epic!
Penny Andrews faced up to the challenge of a full marathon over the trail and achieved 1st FV50 and third lady overall in a good time of 3:52:25 completing a hat-trick of NRR firsts for the event.
Coombe Abbey Half
Rosanna Andrews 1:28:02 Ist overall
Jon Dilworth 1:51:50 1st MV60
Marathon
Penny Andrews 3:52:25 1st FV50 3rd lady.
The multi lap half marathon grass trail at Coombe Abbey was the latest venue for a fantastic result for NRR runners. Rosanna Andrews came 1st overall in a great off-road time of 1:28:02. The result was the first time a Go-Beyond event has seen a 1st lady overall. Well done Rosanna.
Jon Dilworth battled his off-road demons to complete the course in 1:51:50 and finish 1st MV60. Epic!
Penny Andrews faced up to the challenge of a full marathon over the trail and achieved 1st FV50 and third lady overall in a good time of 3:52:25 completing a hat-trick of NRR firsts for the event.
Coombe Abbey Half
Rosanna Andrews 1:28:02 Ist overall
Jon Dilworth 1:51:50 1st MV60
Marathon
Penny Andrews 3:52:25 1st FV50 3rd lady.
Two Amazing Feats of Endeavor
Fell runners Martin Rowe and Jazzy Banks completed another two amazing feats at the weekend.
The 1st feat was the Wharfedale 3 Peaks Challenge, 22 mile fell race in the Yorkshire dales. Three climbs over Birks Fell (610m), down the valley up Buckden Pike (702m) and over Great Whernside (704m) then a fast downhill to the picturesque village of Kettlewell.
Five hours of running in sunshine. After a relaxing shower in the campsite, some five minute walk from the race finish the devoured pie & mushy pea lunch, tea and cake supplied as part of the £15 race fee. The rest of the day we spent in one of the 3 village pubs talking to fellow runners and supping real ale, bliss.
The second feat had to be seen to be believed and all the more impressive because we had witnessed others twice the size beaten by the sheer size of the task. After eating everything in her race bag, including a full lunch and 3 pints of Bitter. Jazzy, set out and finished the largest meat & potato pie with full accompaniment of vegetables and roast potatoes that I have ever seen. And here’s the photographic evidence.
Martin said, "I can recommend the race. The weekend is fantastic, well organised but with a laid back attitude runners and walkers can do 1 peak (6 miles), 2 peaks (11 miles) or 3 peaks (22 miles). Park the car, pitch the tent run and retire to the pub, for some awesome grub."
This was a couple of weeks after completing the Scafell Trail Marathon.
The 1st feat was the Wharfedale 3 Peaks Challenge, 22 mile fell race in the Yorkshire dales. Three climbs over Birks Fell (610m), down the valley up Buckden Pike (702m) and over Great Whernside (704m) then a fast downhill to the picturesque village of Kettlewell.
Five hours of running in sunshine. After a relaxing shower in the campsite, some five minute walk from the race finish the devoured pie & mushy pea lunch, tea and cake supplied as part of the £15 race fee. The rest of the day we spent in one of the 3 village pubs talking to fellow runners and supping real ale, bliss.
The second feat had to be seen to be believed and all the more impressive because we had witnessed others twice the size beaten by the sheer size of the task. After eating everything in her race bag, including a full lunch and 3 pints of Bitter. Jazzy, set out and finished the largest meat & potato pie with full accompaniment of vegetables and roast potatoes that I have ever seen. And here’s the photographic evidence.
Martin said, "I can recommend the race. The weekend is fantastic, well organised but with a laid back attitude runners and walkers can do 1 peak (6 miles), 2 peaks (11 miles) or 3 peaks (22 miles). Park the car, pitch the tent run and retire to the pub, for some awesome grub."
This was a couple of weeks after completing the Scafell Trail Marathon.
Monday 29 June 2015
Penistone 10K Road Race
Seb Perry took part in the Penistone 10K Road Race on Sunday 28th June completing the course in 47:17.
Whaley Walz
ELAINE PALMER, KEREN IRVING, SALLY GARRETT, SUZANNE BALDWIN, HELEN BLACKBURN and JO LETTS completed the Whaley Walz on 27th June. A superb fell race was really enjoyed by the NRR ladies who completed the course in around 1:32.
Grand Union Challenge
Well done to Paula Pinney who walked the Grand Union Challenge on Saturday 26th/Sunday 26th June. A 100K walked completed in 21h35, beating her PB by over 2 hours.
Weedon 10K
Fifteen NRR took on the hilly course of Weedon for round seven on the East Midlands Grand Prix Series on June 23rd.
14 Tony Letts 36:36 2nd M45
82 Tom Smith 42:06
83 Dan Gosling 42:06
106 Richard Wild 43:23
119 Pete Moor 43:56
150 Seb Perry 46:25
175 Darren Byfield 47:35
176 Charlotte Yarker 47:52
192 Sarah Jones 49:01
195 Gavin Harris 49:12
211 Roger Taylor 50:23
234 Jon Dilworth 52:03
237 Tom Sullivan 52:20
283 Mary Sullivan 55:57
335 Jo Letts 61:26
Overall Standings
After seven events, the standings are as follows:
10th F40 - Jo Letts x 6 races
1st F45 - Sarah Jones x 6
3rd F55 - Mary Sullivan x 7
23rd MS - Dan Gosling x 6
25th MS - Tom Smith x 5
27th MS - Richard Wild x 6
35th MS - Gavin Harris x 5
7th M40 - Pete Moor x7
12th M40 Seb Perry x 5
2nd M45 - Tony Letts x 6
17th M45 - Darren Byfield x 5
11th M50 - Dave Whatton x 5
7th M60 - Jon Dilworth x 7
4th M65 - Tom Sullivan x 6
Team Standings
Senior Men 4th
Vet Men 6th
Senior Ladies 6th
Vet Ladies 5th
14 Tony Letts 36:36 2nd M45
82 Tom Smith 42:06
83 Dan Gosling 42:06
106 Richard Wild 43:23
119 Pete Moor 43:56
150 Seb Perry 46:25
175 Darren Byfield 47:35
176 Charlotte Yarker 47:52
192 Sarah Jones 49:01
195 Gavin Harris 49:12
211 Roger Taylor 50:23
234 Jon Dilworth 52:03
237 Tom Sullivan 52:20
283 Mary Sullivan 55:57
335 Jo Letts 61:26
Overall Standings
After seven events, the standings are as follows:
10th F40 - Jo Letts x 6 races
1st F45 - Sarah Jones x 6
3rd F55 - Mary Sullivan x 7
23rd MS - Dan Gosling x 6
25th MS - Tom Smith x 5
27th MS - Richard Wild x 6
35th MS - Gavin Harris x 5
7th M40 - Pete Moor x7
12th M40 Seb Perry x 5
2nd M45 - Tony Letts x 6
17th M45 - Darren Byfield x 5
11th M50 - Dave Whatton x 5
7th M60 - Jon Dilworth x 7
4th M65 - Tom Sullivan x 6
Team Standings
Senior Men 4th
Vet Men 6th
Senior Ladies 6th
Vet Ladies 5th
Parkrun 27th June
7 Ilir BRECA 18:29
15 Richard WILD 19:39
32 Pete MOOR 20:38
90 Sarah JONES 23:33
120 Tom SULLIVAN 24:22
134 Eamon KENNEDY 24:56
164 Mary SULLIVAN 26:05
202 Mark JOHNSON 27:07
249 Richard ROSE 29:17
15 Richard WILD 19:39
32 Pete MOOR 20:38
90 Sarah JONES 23:33
120 Tom SULLIVAN 24:22
134 Eamon KENNEDY 24:56
164 Mary SULLIVAN 26:05
202 Mark JOHNSON 27:07
249 Richard ROSE 29:17
Colworth Marathon Challenge
The Colworth Marathon Challenge is a favourite on the NRR calender and 2015 saw many club records broken. Firstly the number of campers must have been the most ever.
40 runners completed the 5 mile event, 30 did the 8.1 trail race and 27 ran the half. Also, 22 completed the marathon challenge over the three days.
There was also trophies collected on all three days, Tony Letts (1st MV40 at all events), Wendy Parker (1st F45 at all events) and Mark Garrett (1st MV55 5 miles).
The NRR Ladies were the 2nd team at half marathon distance too.
Well done to everyone who turned out sporting their club colours.
Colworth 5 Mile
3 Tony Letts 29:26 - 3rd Overall
25 Stuart Drummond 33:01
28 Mark Kennedy 33:30
30 Matt Brand 33:40
39 Mark Garrett :34:09 - 1st MV55
50 Ronnie Ambrose 34:50
61 Dave Whatton 36:00
67 Jo Windrum 36:20
91 Dave Blackburn 37:34
95 Darren Byfield 37:45
108 Wendy Parker 39:01 - 1st F50-55
108 Stephen Kennedy 39:01
115 Jasmine Banks 39:08
118 John Eales 39:18
119 Gavin Harris 39:19
149 Sarah Jones 40:46
152 John Fleming 40:49
160 Eamon Kennedy 41:37
165 Tom Sullivan 41:52
171 Martin Rowe 42:05
176 Caroline Powell 42:24
191 Elaine Palmer 43:42
203 Jo Smith 44:10
205 Andy Cottrell 44:26
209 Mary Sullivan 44:44
242 Jo Letts 46:59
252 Avtar Kaur 47:56
258 Suzanne Baldwin 48:54
270 Paula Pinney 50:07
271 Rachel Palmer 50:09
271 Kirsty Turner 50:09
278 Carole Whatton 50:51
282 Rachael Smith 51:11
287 Helen Blackburn 51:44
309 Nicola Hollowell 56:33
310 Sally Garrett 56:35
312 Patrick Breydin 58:02
315 Keren Irving 59:18
315 Sue Thompson 59:18
320 Louise Walls 1:30:23
8.1 Trail Race
4 Tony Letts 51:53 - 1st MV40
17 Tom Smith 56:38
31 Stuart Drummond 59:07
33 Matt Brand 59:29
35 Mark Garrett 1:00:08
44 Ronnie Ambrose 1:02:07
49 Jo Windrum 1:03:16
71 Dave Blackburn 1:06:34
79 John Eales 1:08:07
86 Roger Taylor 1:08:58
88 Stephen Kennedy 1:09:25
90 Wendy Parker 1:09:41 - 1st F45
103 Jasmine Banks 1:11:01
110 Eamon Kennedy 1:11:48
121 Caroline Powell 1:14:04
125 Jon Dilworth 1:14:57
127 Elaine Palmer 1:16:52
133 Jo Smith 1:17:26
137 Martin Rowe 1:18:45
147 Suzanne Baldwin 1:19:58
155 Jo Letts 1:20:45
163 Avtar Kaur 1:22:28
173 Paula Pinney 1:28:38
177 Lynsey Brecani 1:30:10
180 Kirsty Turner 1:33:40
185 Helen Blackburn 1:36:01
186 Rachel Palmer 1:39:28
187 Nicola Hollowell 1:41:06
188 Keren Irving 1:41:34
189 Patrick Breydin 1:46:50
Half Marathon
5 Tony Letts 1:25:03 - 1st MV40
18 Ilir Brecani 1:32:05
33 Matt Brand 1:37:15
36 Mark Garrett 1:38:25
37 Stuart Drummond 1:38:46
47 Ronnie Ambrose 1:41:39
57 Jo Windrum 1:44:48
77 Darren Baldwin 1:48:54
79 Patrick Breydin 1:49:21
87 Dave Blackburn 1:51:31
91 John Eales 1:52:25
93 Wendy Parker 1:52:55 - 1st F45
114 Jasmine Banks 1:56:15
116 Caroline Powell 1:56:30
117 Stephen Kennedy 1:56:33
122 Jon Dilworth 1:59:23
130 Eamon Kennedy 2:01:27
152 Elaine Palmer 2:07:19
157 Jo Smith 2:09:21
167 Martin Rowe 2:12:43
183 Jo Letts 2:18:43
212 Lynsey Brecani 2:36:49
214 David Solomon 2:40:50
215 Rachel Palmer 2:41:11
216 Suzanne Baldwin 2:41:12
217 Helen Blackburn 2:42:48
220 Keren Irving 2:50:43
Overall Challenge
3 Tony Letts 02:46:22 - 1st MV40
22 Matt Brand 03:10:24
23 Stuart Drummond 03:10:54
27 Mark Garrett 03:12:42
30 Ronnie Ambrose 03:18:36
38 Jo Windrum 03:24:24
54 Dave Blackburn 03:35:39
58 John Eales 03:39:50
62 Wendy Parker 03:41:37 - 1st F45
72 Stephen Kennedy 03:44:59
77 Jasmine Banks 03:46:24
79 Suzanne Baldwin 03:50:04
89 Caroline Powell 03:52:58
92 Eamon Kennedy 03:54:52
108 Elaine Palmer 04:07:53
113 Jo Smith 04:10:57
114 Martin Rowe 04:13:33
125 Jo Letts 04:26:27
133 Patrick Breydin 04:34:13
146 Helen Blackburn 05:10:33
147 Rachel Palmer 05:10:48
149 Keren Irving 05:31:35
40 runners completed the 5 mile event, 30 did the 8.1 trail race and 27 ran the half. Also, 22 completed the marathon challenge over the three days.
There was also trophies collected on all three days, Tony Letts (1st MV40 at all events), Wendy Parker (1st F45 at all events) and Mark Garrett (1st MV55 5 miles).
The NRR Ladies were the 2nd team at half marathon distance too.
Well done to everyone who turned out sporting their club colours.
Colworth 5 Mile
3 Tony Letts 29:26 - 3rd Overall
25 Stuart Drummond 33:01
28 Mark Kennedy 33:30
30 Matt Brand 33:40
39 Mark Garrett :34:09 - 1st MV55
50 Ronnie Ambrose 34:50
61 Dave Whatton 36:00
67 Jo Windrum 36:20
91 Dave Blackburn 37:34
95 Darren Byfield 37:45
108 Wendy Parker 39:01 - 1st F50-55
108 Stephen Kennedy 39:01
115 Jasmine Banks 39:08
118 John Eales 39:18
119 Gavin Harris 39:19
149 Sarah Jones 40:46
152 John Fleming 40:49
160 Eamon Kennedy 41:37
165 Tom Sullivan 41:52
171 Martin Rowe 42:05
176 Caroline Powell 42:24
191 Elaine Palmer 43:42
203 Jo Smith 44:10
205 Andy Cottrell 44:26
209 Mary Sullivan 44:44
242 Jo Letts 46:59
252 Avtar Kaur 47:56
258 Suzanne Baldwin 48:54
270 Paula Pinney 50:07
271 Rachel Palmer 50:09
271 Kirsty Turner 50:09
278 Carole Whatton 50:51
282 Rachael Smith 51:11
287 Helen Blackburn 51:44
309 Nicola Hollowell 56:33
310 Sally Garrett 56:35
312 Patrick Breydin 58:02
315 Keren Irving 59:18
315 Sue Thompson 59:18
320 Louise Walls 1:30:23
8.1 Trail Race
4 Tony Letts 51:53 - 1st MV40
17 Tom Smith 56:38
31 Stuart Drummond 59:07
33 Matt Brand 59:29
35 Mark Garrett 1:00:08
44 Ronnie Ambrose 1:02:07
49 Jo Windrum 1:03:16
71 Dave Blackburn 1:06:34
79 John Eales 1:08:07
86 Roger Taylor 1:08:58
88 Stephen Kennedy 1:09:25
90 Wendy Parker 1:09:41 - 1st F45
103 Jasmine Banks 1:11:01
110 Eamon Kennedy 1:11:48
121 Caroline Powell 1:14:04
125 Jon Dilworth 1:14:57
127 Elaine Palmer 1:16:52
133 Jo Smith 1:17:26
137 Martin Rowe 1:18:45
147 Suzanne Baldwin 1:19:58
155 Jo Letts 1:20:45
163 Avtar Kaur 1:22:28
173 Paula Pinney 1:28:38
177 Lynsey Brecani 1:30:10
180 Kirsty Turner 1:33:40
185 Helen Blackburn 1:36:01
186 Rachel Palmer 1:39:28
187 Nicola Hollowell 1:41:06
188 Keren Irving 1:41:34
189 Patrick Breydin 1:46:50
Half Marathon
5 Tony Letts 1:25:03 - 1st MV40
18 Ilir Brecani 1:32:05
33 Matt Brand 1:37:15
36 Mark Garrett 1:38:25
37 Stuart Drummond 1:38:46
47 Ronnie Ambrose 1:41:39
57 Jo Windrum 1:44:48
77 Darren Baldwin 1:48:54
79 Patrick Breydin 1:49:21
87 Dave Blackburn 1:51:31
91 John Eales 1:52:25
93 Wendy Parker 1:52:55 - 1st F45
114 Jasmine Banks 1:56:15
116 Caroline Powell 1:56:30
117 Stephen Kennedy 1:56:33
122 Jon Dilworth 1:59:23
130 Eamon Kennedy 2:01:27
152 Elaine Palmer 2:07:19
157 Jo Smith 2:09:21
167 Martin Rowe 2:12:43
183 Jo Letts 2:18:43
212 Lynsey Brecani 2:36:49
214 David Solomon 2:40:50
215 Rachel Palmer 2:41:11
216 Suzanne Baldwin 2:41:12
217 Helen Blackburn 2:42:48
220 Keren Irving 2:50:43
Overall Challenge
3 Tony Letts 02:46:22 - 1st MV40
22 Matt Brand 03:10:24
23 Stuart Drummond 03:10:54
27 Mark Garrett 03:12:42
30 Ronnie Ambrose 03:18:36
38 Jo Windrum 03:24:24
54 Dave Blackburn 03:35:39
58 John Eales 03:39:50
62 Wendy Parker 03:41:37 - 1st F45
72 Stephen Kennedy 03:44:59
77 Jasmine Banks 03:46:24
79 Suzanne Baldwin 03:50:04
89 Caroline Powell 03:52:58
92 Eamon Kennedy 03:54:52
108 Elaine Palmer 04:07:53
113 Jo Smith 04:10:57
114 Martin Rowe 04:13:33
125 Jo Letts 04:26:27
133 Patrick Breydin 04:34:13
146 Helen Blackburn 05:10:33
147 Rachel Palmer 05:10:48
149 Keren Irving 05:31:35
Parkrun 20th June
1 Daniel COOK 17:47
28 Pete MOOR 20:40 - Pacer
83 Mark KENNEDY 23:40
141 Paul GRAY 26:00
227 Helen GARDNER 31:10
Magic Mile
2 Dan Gosling 5:48.64
6 Mark Kennedy 6:06.89
28 Pete MOOR 20:40 - Pacer
83 Mark KENNEDY 23:40
141 Paul GRAY 26:00
227 Helen GARDNER 31:10
Magic Mile
2 Dan Gosling 5:48.64
6 Mark Kennedy 6:06.89
Tuesday 16 June 2015
Daniel Wins Stanwick Lakes Summer Run
A huge well done to Daniel Cook who won the Stanwick Lakes Summer run on Sunday 14th June. He completed the flat, double lap course in a fantastic 1:20:08.
Ilir Brecani was 5th overall in 1:27:08 and Lynsey Brecani completed the course in 2:39:35.
1 Daniel Cook 1:20:08
5 Ilir Brecani 1:27:08
51 Lynsey Brecani 2:39:35
Ilir Brecani was 5th overall in 1:27:08 and Lynsey Brecani completed the course in 2:39:35.
1 Daniel Cook 1:20:08
5 Ilir Brecani 1:27:08
51 Lynsey Brecani 2:39:35
Endure 24
Well done to Charlotte Yarker, Matt Brand and David Green who all took part in Endure 24. Competitors run 5 mile laps for 24 hours either individually or as part of a team over a 24 hour period.
This was Charlotte's second year at the event and she talked Matt and David into it. The boys managed 75 and 80 miles respectively.
This was Charlotte's second year at the event and she talked Matt and David into it. The boys managed 75 and 80 miles respectively.
Victory for Rosanna at Harborough Half
Saturday 13th June 2015
The inaugural "sting in the tail" Market Harborough Half Marathon saw Rosanna Andrews storm to an impressive win in a PB of 1:23:54. A fantastic performance.
After last week's Ultra - Penny Andrews completed the course 3rd lady and 1st FV50 in a great time of 1:38:13.
John Eales raced well and finished in a good time of 1:43:23 - this after time spent in the pits for repairs to his bodywork. Jon Dilworth continued his current good form finishing a strong run for 2nd MV60 in 1:45:10.
Rosanna Andrews 1:23:54 - 1st Lady
Penny Andrews 1:38:13 - 3rd Lady 1st FV50
John Eales 1:43:23
Jon Dilworth 1:45:10 - 2nd MV60
The inaugural "sting in the tail" Market Harborough Half Marathon saw Rosanna Andrews storm to an impressive win in a PB of 1:23:54. A fantastic performance.
After last week's Ultra - Penny Andrews completed the course 3rd lady and 1st FV50 in a great time of 1:38:13.
John Eales raced well and finished in a good time of 1:43:23 - this after time spent in the pits for repairs to his bodywork. Jon Dilworth continued his current good form finishing a strong run for 2nd MV60 in 1:45:10.
Rosanna Andrews 1:23:54 - 1st Lady
Penny Andrews 1:38:13 - 3rd Lady 1st FV50
John Eales 1:43:23
Jon Dilworth 1:45:10 - 2nd MV60
Parkrun 13th June
A huge well done to Jon Cornwell for reaching his 50th Parkrun milestone. Sarah Jones also completed her 75th and Pete Moor is getting closer to 100.
6 Ilir BRECA 18:27
15 Richard WILD 19:33
31 Mark KENNEDY 20:29
32 Mark JOHNSON 20:42
35 Pete MOOR 20:57
39 Seb PERRY 21:15
50 Jon CORNWELL 21:54 - 50th Parkrun
71 Sarah JONES 23:01 - 75th Parkrun
219 Helen BLACKBURN 29:01
6 Ilir BRECA 18:27
15 Richard WILD 19:33
31 Mark KENNEDY 20:29
32 Mark JOHNSON 20:42
35 Pete MOOR 20:57
39 Seb PERRY 21:15
50 Jon CORNWELL 21:54 - 50th Parkrun
71 Sarah JONES 23:01 - 75th Parkrun
219 Helen BLACKBURN 29:01
Thursday 11 June 2015
Kids' Marathon Challenge
On Sunday 7th June, 42 children entered the Kids' Marathon Challenge at The Obelisk Centre.
It was boys against girls with the boys winning a close run event by around a mere 100 meters. Both teams ran 64 laps (13 miles) making a total of the marathon distance.
Families came to watch, it was a lovely afternoon in the sun, great support from NRR marshals. Mum's race and dad's race at the end concluding with kids and big kids enjoying getting soaked with a water fight.
£434 was raised for Kidsaid, a local charity.
Massive thanks to everyone who took part and supported the event and a special mention to Paula Pinney for her tireless effort in arranging this event for the second year running.
It was boys against girls with the boys winning a close run event by around a mere 100 meters. Both teams ran 64 laps (13 miles) making a total of the marathon distance.
Families came to watch, it was a lovely afternoon in the sun, great support from NRR marshals. Mum's race and dad's race at the end concluding with kids and big kids enjoying getting soaked with a water fight.
£434 was raised for Kidsaid, a local charity.
Massive thanks to everyone who took part and supported the event and a special mention to Paula Pinney for her tireless effort in arranging this event for the second year running.
Banbury 5
Round five of the East Midlands Grand Prix takes us to a lovely undulating course in Banbury.
A special mention goes out to Pete Moor who ran Parkrun Saturday, Northants Ultra on Sunday and still have enough legs left to complete the Banbury 5 in a respectable 35:29.
Great runs from everyone on quite a tough course.
19 Daniel Cook 29:10
74 Tom Smith 31:48
79 Dan Gosling 32:08
106 Richard Wild 33:34
131 Dave Whatton 34:41
148 Pete Moor 35:29
164 Seb Perry 36:05
198 Sarah Jones 37:50
219 Jon Dilworth 38:39
233 Tom Sullivan 39:48
279 Mary Sullivan 42:50
337 Carole Whatton 48:48
A special mention goes out to Pete Moor who ran Parkrun Saturday, Northants Ultra on Sunday and still have enough legs left to complete the Banbury 5 in a respectable 35:29.
Great runs from everyone on quite a tough course.
19 Daniel Cook 29:10
74 Tom Smith 31:48
79 Dan Gosling 32:08
106 Richard Wild 33:34
131 Dave Whatton 34:41
148 Pete Moor 35:29
164 Seb Perry 36:05
198 Sarah Jones 37:50
219 Jon Dilworth 38:39
233 Tom Sullivan 39:48
279 Mary Sullivan 42:50
337 Carole Whatton 48:48
Pitsford 10K
Another race to add to a busy weekend for NRR. Steve Kennedy completed the Pitsford 10K on Sunday 7th June.
Tuesday 9 June 2015
Hare & The Tortoise Marathon
Well done to Sharky Cotters and John Eales who completed the five lap Hare & The Tortoise Marathon in the lovely grounds of Colworth.
It is not a surprise to hear of Sharky doing a marathon these days so he decided to add new angle to the shock factor by doing two in two days with Farthingstone the day before.
John Eales 4:34
Sharky Cotters 5:13
It is not a surprise to hear of Sharky doing a marathon these days so he decided to add new angle to the shock factor by doing two in two days with Farthingstone the day before.
John Eales 4:34
Sharky Cotters 5:13
Northants Ultra
A huge well done to the nine NRR heroes who completed the Northants Ultra, a tough 35 mile route through the countryside.
David Green was 3rd overall in a stunning 4:23:33 and Penny Andrews was 2nd lady in 5:45:51.
Mark Hazle was an impressive 14th overall in 5:20:17 and Stuart Drummond was two places behind in 5:36:23. Andy Blaize also broke five hours in 5:44:20.
Jon Panter and Beckie Hollowell crossed the line together in 6:03:47, Beckie was 6th lady. Pete Moor and Matt Brand also finished together in 6:06:12.
3 David Green 4:23:33
14 Mark Hazle 5:20:17
16 Stuart Drummond 5:36:23
22 Andy Blaize 5:44:20
51 Penny Andrews 5:45:51 - 2nd Lady
64 Jon Panter 6:03:47
65 Beckie Hollowell 6:03:47 - 6th Lady
68 Pete Moor 6:06:12
69 Matt Brand 6:06:15
David Green was 3rd overall in a stunning 4:23:33 and Penny Andrews was 2nd lady in 5:45:51.
Mark Hazle was an impressive 14th overall in 5:20:17 and Stuart Drummond was two places behind in 5:36:23. Andy Blaize also broke five hours in 5:44:20.
Jon Panter and Beckie Hollowell crossed the line together in 6:03:47, Beckie was 6th lady. Pete Moor and Matt Brand also finished together in 6:06:12.
3 David Green 4:23:33
14 Mark Hazle 5:20:17
16 Stuart Drummond 5:36:23
22 Andy Blaize 5:44:20
51 Penny Andrews 5:45:51 - 2nd Lady
64 Jon Panter 6:03:47
65 Beckie Hollowell 6:03:47 - 6th Lady
68 Pete Moor 6:06:12
69 Matt Brand 6:06:15
Ramathon - Derby Half Marathon
Four NRR members made the trip to Pride Park (or whetever the home of Derby County is called nowadays) to complete the Ramathon, an exciting half marathon.
Stars of the day were Kirsty Turner with a huge PB of 2:14:49 and Gavin Harris also a PB in 1.44.57. Richard Wild finished in an impressive 1:33:28 and Sarah Jones in 1:43:53
231 Richard Wild 1:33:28
621 Sarah Jones 1:43:53
680 Gavin Harris 1.44.57 - PB
2218 Kirsty Turner 2:14:49 - PB
Stars of the day were Kirsty Turner with a huge PB of 2:14:49 and Gavin Harris also a PB in 1.44.57. Richard Wild finished in an impressive 1:33:28 and Sarah Jones in 1:43:53
231 Richard Wild 1:33:28
621 Sarah Jones 1:43:53
680 Gavin Harris 1.44.57 - PB
2218 Kirsty Turner 2:14:49 - PB
Otmoor Challenge
Otmoor is usually well attended but this year it clashed with quite a few local events so Paul Braddock was our lone representative finishing in 2:04:26.
223 Paul Braddock 2:04:26
223 Paul Braddock 2:04:26
Farthingstone Foot Festival
Well done to everyone who completed the Farthingstone Foot Festival on 6th June. A magnificent turnout of 160 walkers and runners
enjoyed a great day in the beautiful Northamptonshire countryside.
A self navigation, laid back event was enjoyed by NRR members who ran the half and the marathon route and nobody got lost (ok some did). The half was actually 15 miles in the end but everyone was treated to food, beer and snacks at the finish line.
Half Marathon
Mark Kennedy
Ronnie Ambrose
Wendy Parker
Jocelyn Granger
Elaine Palmer
Jo Smith
Peter Watson
Peter Watson
Sally Garrett
Suzanne Baldwin
Marathon
Mark Garrett
Darren Baldwin
Sharky Cotters
Walker
Martin Andrews
Full results to follow.
The Hurt
It's probably called The Hurt for a reason so well done to Mark Lewis for a superb effort in the tough half marathon. He finished in 2:22:29.
130 Mark Lewis 2:22:29
130 Mark Lewis 2:22:29
Parkrun 6th June
6 Ilir BRECA 18:30
12 Rosanna ANDREWS 19:02
37 Pete MOOR 21:02
59 Seb PERRY 21:56
83 Jon DILWORTH 22:56
232 Helen BLACKBURN 29:03
314 Sue THOMPSON 33:27
352 Claire SPOKES 38:34
12 Rosanna ANDREWS 19:02
37 Pete MOOR 21:02
59 Seb PERRY 21:56
83 Jon DILWORTH 22:56
232 Helen BLACKBURN 29:03
314 Sue THOMPSON 33:27
352 Claire SPOKES 38:34
Friday 5 June 2015
Corby 5
Another good turnout on a hot Wednesday evening for the Corby 5. The course starts at the bottom of a hill just outside the grounds of East Carlton Country Park giving runners a short sharp climb immediately making it a tough little number.
Event five of the EMGP series in on Tuesday at Banbury.
14 Tony Letts 29:02
16 Daniel Cook 29:30
68 Dan Gosling 32:39
77 Tom Smith 32:59
100 Richard Wild 34:01
110 Adrian Tuck 34:24
125 Pete Moor 35:16
134 Dave Whatton 35:42
156 Darren Byfield 36:49
168 Seb Perry 37:34
180 John Eales 38:19
185 Sarah Jones 38:31
205 Gavin Harris 39:27
214 Jon Dilworth 39:55
227 Eamon Kennedy 41:28
267 Mary Sullivan 44:37
269 Jo Letts 44:43
270 Tom Sullivan 44:44
308 Carole Whatton 51:21
Event five of the EMGP series in on Tuesday at Banbury.
14 Tony Letts 29:02
16 Daniel Cook 29:30
68 Dan Gosling 32:39
77 Tom Smith 32:59
100 Richard Wild 34:01
110 Adrian Tuck 34:24
125 Pete Moor 35:16
134 Dave Whatton 35:42
156 Darren Byfield 36:49
168 Seb Perry 37:34
180 John Eales 38:19
185 Sarah Jones 38:31
205 Gavin Harris 39:27
214 Jon Dilworth 39:55
227 Eamon Kennedy 41:28
267 Mary Sullivan 44:37
269 Jo Letts 44:43
270 Tom Sullivan 44:44
308 Carole Whatton 51:21
Edinburgh Marathon
Well done to Stephen Kennedy for completing his second marathon of the year in Edinburgh. On a windy day, he managed a respectable 4:09
Parkrun 30th May
5 Daniel COOK 17:49
9 Ilir BRECA 18:37
11 Rosanna ANDREWS 18:44
27 Mark JOHNSON 20:37
32 Pete MOOR 20:54
129 Elaine PALMER 25:04
214 Rachel PALMER 28:45
220 Darren NICOLAS 29:09
295 Sue THOMPSON 33:02
Darley parkrun
68 Jocelyn GRANGER 25:10
Corby parkrun
22 John EALES 23:29
9 Ilir BRECA 18:37
11 Rosanna ANDREWS 18:44
27 Mark JOHNSON 20:37
32 Pete MOOR 20:54
129 Elaine PALMER 25:04
214 Rachel PALMER 28:45
220 Darren NICOLAS 29:09
295 Sue THOMPSON 33:02
Darley parkrun
68 Jocelyn GRANGER 25:10
Corby parkrun
22 John EALES 23:29
Wednesday 27 May 2015
Ultra -Mad
Well done to Matt Brand for completing the Apocalypse 50 Ultra. He finished in all the tens, 10th place in 10hrs &
10mins... Matt said, "Toughest race I have ever done, but brilliant at the same
time!"
Parkrun 23rd May
5 Daniel COOK 18:07
10 Ilir BRECA 18:44
23 Richard WILD 20:20
40 Peter MOOR 21:24
41 Jonathan CORNWELL 21:27
48 Seb PERRY 22:07
113 Paul GRAY 25:13
185 Helen BLACKBURN 29:01
261 Susan THOMPSON 33:35
Corby Parkrun
24 23 John EALES 23:48
10 Ilir BRECA 18:44
23 Richard WILD 20:20
40 Peter MOOR 21:24
41 Jonathan CORNWELL 21:27
48 Seb PERRY 22:07
113 Paul GRAY 25:13
185 Helen BLACKBURN 29:01
261 Susan THOMPSON 33:35
Corby Parkrun
24 23 John EALES 23:48
Blisworth Five
Another grand turnout for NRR at the brilliant Blisworth Friday Five hosted by Wootton Road Runners.
Twenty-one members turned out for the ever popular event which has formed event three of the East Midlands Grand Prix series for the last couple of years.
Some great runs and smiles all round at the finish.
15 Tony Letts 28:38
28 David Green 29:55
48 Illr Brecani 30:53
81 Dan Gosling 32:56
97 Tom Smith 33:25
113 Richard Wild 33:56
165 Pete Moor 35:26
187 Darren Byfield 36:45
210 Seb Perry 37:46
211 Sarah Jones 37:48
227 Gavin Harris 38:35
241 Roger Taylor 39:18
247 Jon Dilworth 39:40
256 Eamon Kennedy 40:18
290 Mark Lewis 42:35
324 Mary Sullivan 44:35
325 Jo Letts 44:42
326 Tom Sullivan 44:45
367 Karen Eke 48:27
368 Avrav Kour 48:31
371 Paula Pinney 49:19
Twenty-one members turned out for the ever popular event which has formed event three of the East Midlands Grand Prix series for the last couple of years.
Some great runs and smiles all round at the finish.
15 Tony Letts 28:38
28 David Green 29:55
48 Illr Brecani 30:53
81 Dan Gosling 32:56
97 Tom Smith 33:25
113 Richard Wild 33:56
165 Pete Moor 35:26
187 Darren Byfield 36:45
210 Seb Perry 37:46
211 Sarah Jones 37:48
227 Gavin Harris 38:35
241 Roger Taylor 39:18
247 Jon Dilworth 39:40
256 Eamon Kennedy 40:18
290 Mark Lewis 42:35
324 Mary Sullivan 44:35
325 Jo Letts 44:42
326 Tom Sullivan 44:45
367 Karen Eke 48:27
368 Avrav Kour 48:31
371 Paula Pinney 49:19
Wednesday 20 May 2015
Richmond Park Marathon
Sharky and John Eales completed the Richmond Park Marathon on 17th May in a time of 4:31:17. A friendly event with around 240 entrants.
226 Andy Cottrell 4:31:16
227 John Eales 4:31:17
226 Andy Cottrell 4:31:16
227 John Eales 4:31:17
Sunday 17 May 2015
NRR Parkrun Day
Well done to NRR for hosting the Parkrun at Northampton on 16th May. Some great runs and PBs but most importantly, there was a huge amount of support on the course from everyone wearing club colours. A proud day.
8 Ilir BRECA 18:31
15 Stuart DRUMMOND 19:23
17 Mark KENNEDY 19:28 - PB - 100th Parkrun
31 Mark JOHNSON 20:32 - PB
43 Peter MOOR 21:03
46 Jon CORNWELL 21:10 - PB
55 Seb PERRY 21:43
70 Charlotte YARKER 22:12
107 Martin ANDREWS 24:11
132 Eamon KENNEDY 25:02
140 Mark GARRETT 25:17
141 John EALES 25:18
204 Ronnie AMBROSE 28:10 - Pacer
208 Andy COTTRELL 28:17
221 Helen GARDNER 28:52 - PB
279 Sally GARRETT 32:19 - New PB
8 Ilir BRECA 18:31
15 Stuart DRUMMOND 19:23
17 Mark KENNEDY 19:28 - PB - 100th Parkrun
31 Mark JOHNSON 20:32 - PB
43 Peter MOOR 21:03
46 Jon CORNWELL 21:10 - PB
55 Seb PERRY 21:43
70 Charlotte YARKER 22:12
107 Martin ANDREWS 24:11
132 Eamon KENNEDY 25:02
140 Mark GARRETT 25:17
141 John EALES 25:18
204 Ronnie AMBROSE 28:10 - Pacer
208 Andy COTTRELL 28:17
221 Helen GARDNER 28:52 - PB
279 Sally GARRETT 32:19 - New PB
Rugby 6
Part two of the East Midlands Grand Prix Series left the county to Warwickshire for the Rugby 6, an undulating countryside route with a tough climb from 4-5miles.
NRR turned out in force with 19 members running. There were great performances at the front, David Green was 5th overall with a fantastic finish time of 32:13 and Tony Letts was 1st M45 in 34:41. Stu Drummond was next to finish in 38:32 just ahead of Dan Gosling who recorded a brilliant 39:57.
Adrian Tuck crossed the line in 40:39 with Dave Whatton finishing in 42:15 and Pete Moor in 42:34. Darren Byfield sneaked in the top 200, placed 199th in 44:50.
Jon Dilworth was next in 46:52 ahead of John Eales in 47:51 and Gavin Harris continuing his series debut (48:43)
Jocelyn Granger was the first lady home for the club in 49:26 followed by Mary Sullivan (52:41) with Mark Lewis between in 50:30. Tom Sullivan finished in 52:43 and Jo Letts in 55:33 followed by Avrav Kour (57:25).
A huge well done to Helen Gardner who tok part in her first ever competitive race in 59:58...just breaking that hour milestone. Carole Whatton completed a fantastic line up in 61:16.
Finally well done to the men's team who came 5th overall on the evening.
5 David Green 32:13
15 Tony Letts 34:41 1st M45
78 Stu Drummond 38:32
104 Dan Gosling 39:57
121 Adrian Tuck 40:39
147 Dave Whatton 42:15
158 Pete Moor 42:34
199 Darren Byfield 44:50
230 Jon Dilworth 46:52
243 John Eales 47:51
252 Gavin Harris 48:43
262 Jocelyn Granger 49:26
274 Mark Lewis 50:30
300 Mary Sullivan 52:41
301 Tom Sullivan 52:43
324 Jo Letts 55:33
342 Avrav Kour 57:25
352 Helen Gardner 59:58
355 Carole Whatton 61:16
NRR turned out in force with 19 members running. There were great performances at the front, David Green was 5th overall with a fantastic finish time of 32:13 and Tony Letts was 1st M45 in 34:41. Stu Drummond was next to finish in 38:32 just ahead of Dan Gosling who recorded a brilliant 39:57.
Adrian Tuck crossed the line in 40:39 with Dave Whatton finishing in 42:15 and Pete Moor in 42:34. Darren Byfield sneaked in the top 200, placed 199th in 44:50.
Jon Dilworth was next in 46:52 ahead of John Eales in 47:51 and Gavin Harris continuing his series debut (48:43)
Jocelyn Granger was the first lady home for the club in 49:26 followed by Mary Sullivan (52:41) with Mark Lewis between in 50:30. Tom Sullivan finished in 52:43 and Jo Letts in 55:33 followed by Avrav Kour (57:25).
A huge well done to Helen Gardner who tok part in her first ever competitive race in 59:58...just breaking that hour milestone. Carole Whatton completed a fantastic line up in 61:16.
Finally well done to the men's team who came 5th overall on the evening.
5 David Green 32:13
15 Tony Letts 34:41 1st M45
78 Stu Drummond 38:32
104 Dan Gosling 39:57
121 Adrian Tuck 40:39
147 Dave Whatton 42:15
158 Pete Moor 42:34
199 Darren Byfield 44:50
230 Jon Dilworth 46:52
243 John Eales 47:51
252 Gavin Harris 48:43
262 Jocelyn Granger 49:26
274 Mark Lewis 50:30
300 Mary Sullivan 52:41
301 Tom Sullivan 52:43
324 Jo Letts 55:33
342 Avrav Kour 57:25
352 Helen Gardner 59:58
355 Carole Whatton 61:16
Thursday 14 May 2015
Rosanna Wins At Bosworth
Rosanna Andrews raced to victory at the Bosworth Half Marathon beating a number of her close rivals, competing the course in an excellent time of 1:26:04. Penny Andrews having just travelled back from Mexico finished in a great time of 1:42:59 and collected second V50 place. Jon Dilworth battled around in 1:48:06.
Sarah Jones was set for a good time but was thwarted by injury late on in the race but did well to complete in 1:53:03. Paul Braddock completed the NRR line up and finished well in 1:54:26. Richard Wild also ran and finished in 1:36:44
Rosanna Andrews 1:26:04 1st LadyRichard Wild 1:36:44
Penny Andrews 01:42:59 2nd FV50
Jon Dilworth 1:48:06
Sarah Jones 1:53:03
Paul Braddock 1:54:26
Sarah Jones was set for a good time but was thwarted by injury late on in the race but did well to complete in 1:53:03. Paul Braddock completed the NRR line up and finished well in 1:54:26. Richard Wild also ran and finished in 1:36:44
Rosanna Andrews 1:26:04 1st LadyRichard Wild 1:36:44
Penny Andrews 01:42:59 2nd FV50
Jon Dilworth 1:48:06
Sarah Jones 1:53:03
Paul Braddock 1:54:26
Parkrun 9th May
1 David GREEN 16:37
7 Ilir BRECA 18:50
14 Richard WILD 19:34
38 Pete MOOR 21:06
67 Charlotte YARKER 22:32
66 Sarah JONES 22:32
130 Tom SULLIVAN 25:48
141 Mary SULLIVAN 26:02
243 Lynsey LOU 31:15
Market Harborough parkrun
88 Helen BLACKBURN 30:14
7 Ilir BRECA 18:50
14 Richard WILD 19:34
38 Pete MOOR 21:06
67 Charlotte YARKER 22:32
66 Sarah JONES 22:32
130 Tom SULLIVAN 25:48
141 Mary SULLIVAN 26:02
243 Lynsey LOU 31:15
Market Harborough parkrun
88 Helen BLACKBURN 30:14
Thursday 7 May 2015
Silverstone 10K
Despite driving rain (get it) at Silverstone on 6th May, 17 NRR members turned out for the opening event of the East Midlands Grand Prix series.
The flat and fast course will not have been helped by the weather but there were some great runs all the same.
Tony Letts finished 31st overall in 36:50 and Tom Smith in 40:53 with Dan Gosling (41:15) and Richard Wild (41:27) enjoying a close battle.
Adrian Tuck was next in 43:21 ahead of Pete Moor, just returning from his European adventure at the weekend in 44:39. Dave Whatton had a good run in 44:48 and Sarah Jones, first lady home for the club, was next in 45:52.
Darren Byfield showed good recovery from London with a 47:05 finish and Jon Dilworth finished his second 10K in three days in 47:58. Andy (Sharky) Cottrell treated this as a recovery run from Prague (surely) in 48:55 and next was Caroline Powell in 51:21.
Eamon Kennedy finished in 51:26 followed by Mark Lewis in 52:44 and Mary Sullivan in 54:34. Jo Letts (58:02) and Carole Whatton (64:33) completed a brave line up whilst the rest of us were running round Harlestone Firs.
31 Tony Letts 36:50
125 Tom Smith 40:53
140 Dan Gosling 41:15
143 Richard Wild 41:27
203 Adrian Tuck 43:21
270 Pete Moor 44:39
276 Dave Whatton 44:48
333 Sarah Jones 45:52
384 Darren Byfield 47:05
418 Jon Dilworth 47:58
479 Andy Cottrell 48:55
605 Caroline Powell 51:21
613 Eamon Kennedy 51:26
662 Mark Lewis 52:44
734 Mary Sullivan 54:34
872 Jo Letts 58:02
983 Carole Whatton 64:33
The flat and fast course will not have been helped by the weather but there were some great runs all the same.
Tony Letts finished 31st overall in 36:50 and Tom Smith in 40:53 with Dan Gosling (41:15) and Richard Wild (41:27) enjoying a close battle.
Adrian Tuck was next in 43:21 ahead of Pete Moor, just returning from his European adventure at the weekend in 44:39. Dave Whatton had a good run in 44:48 and Sarah Jones, first lady home for the club, was next in 45:52.
Darren Byfield showed good recovery from London with a 47:05 finish and Jon Dilworth finished his second 10K in three days in 47:58. Andy (Sharky) Cottrell treated this as a recovery run from Prague (surely) in 48:55 and next was Caroline Powell in 51:21.
Eamon Kennedy finished in 51:26 followed by Mark Lewis in 52:44 and Mary Sullivan in 54:34. Jo Letts (58:02) and Carole Whatton (64:33) completed a brave line up whilst the rest of us were running round Harlestone Firs.
31 Tony Letts 36:50
125 Tom Smith 40:53
140 Dan Gosling 41:15
143 Richard Wild 41:27
203 Adrian Tuck 43:21
270 Pete Moor 44:39
276 Dave Whatton 44:48
333 Sarah Jones 45:52
384 Darren Byfield 47:05
418 Jon Dilworth 47:58
479 Andy Cottrell 48:55
605 Caroline Powell 51:21
613 Eamon Kennedy 51:26
662 Mark Lewis 52:44
734 Mary Sullivan 54:34
872 Jo Letts 58:02
983 Carole Whatton 64:33
Titchmarsh 10K
On Sunday 3rd May, Jon Dilworth and Rosanna Andrews completed the Titchmarsh 10K. Rosanna was first lady in 39:19 and Jon finished in 48:30.
Jon Dilworth 39:19
Rosanna Andrews 48:30.
Jon Dilworth 39:19
Rosanna Andrews 48:30.
Tuesday 5 May 2015
Geneva Half
Just in from Geneva, Pete Moor completed the Geneva Half in 1:42:56 on a wet and windy day. There was great support all the way round despite the weather including an alpine horn and choir.
Pete Moor 1:42:56
Pete Moor 1:42:56
Neolithic Marathon
Walk it or run it! Even run and walk it, they all work. The Neolithic Marathon sounds tough and a route around Stonehenge must be.
Darren and Suzaane Baldwin completed the route with Darren getting round in 4:48 which he says is a PB, despite the hills and sticky mud. Paula Pinney took the walking option and rumours have it that Dave Solly took the driving option. This has yet to be confirmed.
Darren and Suzaane Baldwin completed the route with Darren getting round in 4:48 which he says is a PB, despite the hills and sticky mud. Paula Pinney took the walking option and rumours have it that Dave Solly took the driving option. This has yet to be confirmed.
Milton Keynes Marathon & Half
The Milton Keynes Bank Holiday Marathon Festival is short distance for Northampton Road Runners and five of our members made the trip.
The event is well supported and takes in a boring but flat half of the course for those seeking a potential PB but a few sharp twists and turns can soon throw your pace off balance.
Starting at some stadium in Milton Keynes, the route heads towards the centre along dual carriageways and around many of the infamous roundabouts and offers plenty of room for runners as the field starts to spread out. After a few squares around the centre with a great atmosphere, the route heads back on itself before splitting at 10 miles for the marathoners to take in a more scenic route heading to the country.
The half teases runners by going past the finish, then the prettiest part of the course around a lake and then back into the stadium for a grandstand finish for a great reception.
The route is lined with enthusiastic locals ready to cheer everyone on in the May Day sun. Two miles from the end was a lively group offering runners a cup of beer should they need one.
There were some great performances from our members. Eamon Kennedy decided to celebrate a well earned week off and then lacing up again to complete his second marathon in just over a week in 4:12:47.
John Eales was almost bang on five hours with a time of 5:00:13. Star of the day was Keren Irving, winner of the club place. She smiled her way around the course to complete her first marathon in 5:21:33 and looked like she loved every minute of it.
In the half distance, Mark Kennedy enjoyed a great run with a PB of 1:32:33, finishing 84th overall. Cathy Millar completed her second half marathon challenge in 2:27:51
779 Eamon Kennedy 4:12:47
1301 John Eales 5:00:13
1418 Keren Irving 5:21:33
84 Mark Kennedy 1:32:33
1474 Cathy Millar 2:27:51
The event is well supported and takes in a boring but flat half of the course for those seeking a potential PB but a few sharp twists and turns can soon throw your pace off balance.
Starting at some stadium in Milton Keynes, the route heads towards the centre along dual carriageways and around many of the infamous roundabouts and offers plenty of room for runners as the field starts to spread out. After a few squares around the centre with a great atmosphere, the route heads back on itself before splitting at 10 miles for the marathoners to take in a more scenic route heading to the country.
The half teases runners by going past the finish, then the prettiest part of the course around a lake and then back into the stadium for a grandstand finish for a great reception.
The route is lined with enthusiastic locals ready to cheer everyone on in the May Day sun. Two miles from the end was a lively group offering runners a cup of beer should they need one.
There were some great performances from our members. Eamon Kennedy decided to celebrate a well earned week off and then lacing up again to complete his second marathon in just over a week in 4:12:47.
John Eales was almost bang on five hours with a time of 5:00:13. Star of the day was Keren Irving, winner of the club place. She smiled her way around the course to complete her first marathon in 5:21:33 and looked like she loved every minute of it.
In the half distance, Mark Kennedy enjoyed a great run with a PB of 1:32:33, finishing 84th overall. Cathy Millar completed her second half marathon challenge in 2:27:51
779 Eamon Kennedy 4:12:47
1301 John Eales 5:00:13
1418 Keren Irving 5:21:33
84 Mark Kennedy 1:32:33
1474 Cathy Millar 2:27:51
Sharky in Prague - The Next Chapter
Sharky completed 15th marathons in 12 months and the new challenge begins again with number one - a trip to Prague, his time 4:21:39.
A phenomenal achivement and an enjoyable journey for Sharky who has written himself into NRR folklore. What a way to celebrate, Czech lager ... less than a pound a pint!
A phenomenal achivement and an enjoyable journey for Sharky who has written himself into NRR folklore. What a way to celebrate, Czech lager ... less than a pound a pint!
Parkrun - Northampton Anniversary
The third year anniversary at Northampton Parkrun was attended by 330 members on Saturday 2nd May. Parkrun has gone from strength to strength locally with the free event really taking off for all ages.
11 Ilir BRECA 18:44
15 Mark HAZLE 18:56
21 Richard WILD 19:21
74 Mark KENNEDY 22:37 - pacer
126 Jocelyn GRANGER 24:50
169 Mary SULLIVAN 26:30
213 Richard ROSE 28:19
221 Helen BLACKBURN 28:49
Market Harborough Parkrun
7 Mark GARRETT Northampton Road Runners 00:20:26
Magic Mile
The monthly Magic Mile takes place on the first Saturday of the month at the Racecourse (10am). Mark Kennedy finished in 6:07:87.
6 Mark Kennedy 6:07:87
11 Ilir BRECA 18:44
15 Mark HAZLE 18:56
21 Richard WILD 19:21
74 Mark KENNEDY 22:37 - pacer
126 Jocelyn GRANGER 24:50
169 Mary SULLIVAN 26:30
213 Richard ROSE 28:19
221 Helen BLACKBURN 28:49
Market Harborough Parkrun
7 Mark GARRETT Northampton Road Runners 00:20:26
Magic Mile
The monthly Magic Mile takes place on the first Saturday of the month at the Racecourse (10am). Mark Kennedy finished in 6:07:87.
6 Mark Kennedy 6:07:87
Sunday 3 May 2015
Evesham Ultra
Jon Panter completed the Evesham Ultra, a tough challenge over 45.5 mile and 4,300 feet in climbs. Jon was 20th overall and finished in 8:56:54.
Northants 5K Series
Pete Moor did the first race of the Northants 5K Series at Corby on Sunday 26th April in a time of 20:39, his fastest 5K time of the year.
50 Pete Moor 20.39
50 Pete Moor 20.39
Sunday 26 April 2015
London Marathon
It's the biggie! The London Marathon captures the hearts of the British public as thousands of runners take to the streets of the nation's capital to take part in the world's most famous marathon. With so many races to enter nowadays, it is still impossible to ignore this showpiece.
On 26th April, a huge crowd of NRR runners, supporters and friends made their way to London to be a part of the masses. Those at home followed the live updates on the website and a real buzz was created all round.
Performance of the day went to super Dave Green who finished an amazing 208th overall and was only 12 seconds behind legend Paula Radcliffe with an amazing time of 2:37:07. Dave even made the tv shot of Paula finishing.
Also smashing through the three hour barrier was Tony Letts in 2:56:13 and Daniel Cook in 2:57:09.
Matt Brand chalked up a 3:05:34 finish with ever popular monkey following him around too. Dan Gosling made an impressive marathon debut in 3:19:20 and Dave Blackburn flew around the course with a phenomenal 3:38:31. Beckie Hollowell was the first NRR lady to cross the line in 3:40:18 and Ronnie Ambrose broke four hours at London for his first time in five at 3:48:45.
Winner of the club place Charlotte Yarker made her London debut in 3:55:51 and Wendy Parker finished in the same time. Also breaking four hours was Eamon Kennedy in 3:57:20.
Next up was Rob Donovan in 4:07:41 closely followed by our other club pace winner Darren Byfield in 4:08:14.
Two more debutants followed, Fern Farmer 4:10:37 and Gavin Harris 4:16:22 with Suzanne Baldwin next in 4:30:19.
Alan Capell survived an early tumble at eight miles to soldier on and finish in 4:42:57 and
Paige Pinckard finished in 4:46:34. Katie Pittam also completed her first ever marathon in 4:53:24 with Nicci Hollowell in 5:56:58. A huge well done to Sue The Cake Thompson who who finished in 6:22:57 after her hip operation last year.
Plus well done to Spike for 6:19:33 and a huge shout out to Chris Mr PJR Lamb for 2:46:12.
Well done everyone and to the supporters who were cheering everyone today.
Dave Green 2:37:07
On 26th April, a huge crowd of NRR runners, supporters and friends made their way to London to be a part of the masses. Those at home followed the live updates on the website and a real buzz was created all round.
Performance of the day went to super Dave Green who finished an amazing 208th overall and was only 12 seconds behind legend Paula Radcliffe with an amazing time of 2:37:07. Dave even made the tv shot of Paula finishing.
Also smashing through the three hour barrier was Tony Letts in 2:56:13 and Daniel Cook in 2:57:09.
Matt Brand chalked up a 3:05:34 finish with ever popular monkey following him around too. Dan Gosling made an impressive marathon debut in 3:19:20 and Dave Blackburn flew around the course with a phenomenal 3:38:31. Beckie Hollowell was the first NRR lady to cross the line in 3:40:18 and Ronnie Ambrose broke four hours at London for his first time in five at 3:48:45.
Winner of the club place Charlotte Yarker made her London debut in 3:55:51 and Wendy Parker finished in the same time. Also breaking four hours was Eamon Kennedy in 3:57:20.
Next up was Rob Donovan in 4:07:41 closely followed by our other club pace winner Darren Byfield in 4:08:14.
Two more debutants followed, Fern Farmer 4:10:37 and Gavin Harris 4:16:22 with Suzanne Baldwin next in 4:30:19.
Alan Capell survived an early tumble at eight miles to soldier on and finish in 4:42:57 and
Paige Pinckard finished in 4:46:34. Katie Pittam also completed her first ever marathon in 4:53:24 with Nicci Hollowell in 5:56:58. A huge well done to Sue The Cake Thompson who who finished in 6:22:57 after her hip operation last year.
Plus well done to Spike for 6:19:33 and a huge shout out to Chris Mr PJR Lamb for 2:46:12.
Well done everyone and to the supporters who were cheering everyone today.
Dave Green 2:37:07
Tony Letts 2:56:13
Daniel Cook 2:57:09.
Matt Brand 3:05:34
Dan Gosling 3:19:20
Dave Blackburn 3:38:31
Beckie Hollowell 3:40:18
Ronnie Ambrose 3:48:45.
Charlotte Yarker 3:55:51
Wendy Parker 3:55
Eamon Kennedy 3:57:20.
Rob Donovan 4:07:41
Darren Byfield 4:08:14.
Fern Farmer 4:10:37
Gavin Harris 4:16:22
Suzanne Baldwin 4:30:19.
Alan Capell 4:42:57
Paige Pinckard 4:46:34
Katie Pittam 4:53:24
Nicci Hollowell 5:56:58
Sue The Cake Thompson 6:22:57
Dan Gosling 3:19:20
Dave Blackburn 3:38:31
Beckie Hollowell 3:40:18
Ronnie Ambrose 3:48:45.
Charlotte Yarker 3:55:51
Wendy Parker 3:55
Eamon Kennedy 3:57:20.
Rob Donovan 4:07:41
Darren Byfield 4:08:14.
Fern Farmer 4:10:37
Gavin Harris 4:16:22
Suzanne Baldwin 4:30:19.
Alan Capell 4:42:57
Paige Pinckard 4:46:34
Katie Pittam 4:53:24
Nicci Hollowell 5:56:58
Sue The Cake Thompson 6:22:57
Parkrun 25th April
Five NRR in the top twenty...we're flying.
6 Ilir BRECA 18:53
8 Rosanna ANDREWS 19:03 - 1st lady
13 Mark GARRETT 19:31
15 Mark KENNEDY 19:46
17 Richard WILD 19:58
29 Mark JOHNSON 21:00
51 Seb PERRY 22:04
61 Sarah JONES 22:31
126 Paul GRAY 24:58
140 Elaine PALMER 25:51
160 Mary SULLIVAN 26:43
230 Helen BLACKBURN 29:47
267 Helen GARDNER 32:03
The brand new Market Harborough parkrun
35 Jon DILWORTH 24:00
6 Ilir BRECA 18:53
8 Rosanna ANDREWS 19:03 - 1st lady
13 Mark GARRETT 19:31
15 Mark KENNEDY 19:46
17 Richard WILD 19:58
29 Mark JOHNSON 21:00
51 Seb PERRY 22:04
61 Sarah JONES 22:31
126 Paul GRAY 24:58
140 Elaine PALMER 25:51
160 Mary SULLIVAN 26:43
230 Helen BLACKBURN 29:47
267 Helen GARDNER 32:03
The brand new Market Harborough parkrun
35 Jon DILWORTH 24:00
Tuesday 21 April 2015
Manchester Marathon
Described by many as "the fastest marathon in the country," a trio of NRR members took on the challenge of the Manchester Marathon.
Three storming runs started with Stu DRUMMOND flying over the line with a stunning time of 3:06:26. Stephen KENNEDY completed his second marathon with a goal of breaking four hours and he didn't just scrape through the barrier, he smashed it! Time of 3:40:15.
Mark and Sue LEWIS ran the course together, Mark helping them both to a time of 4:43:51.
The standard has now been set ahead of London next weekend, well done everyone.
686 Stuart DRUMMOND 3:06:26
2668 Stephen KENNEDY 3:40:15
6714 Mark LEWIS 04:43:51
Three storming runs started with Stu DRUMMOND flying over the line with a stunning time of 3:06:26. Stephen KENNEDY completed his second marathon with a goal of breaking four hours and he didn't just scrape through the barrier, he smashed it! Time of 3:40:15.
Mark and Sue LEWIS ran the course together, Mark helping them both to a time of 4:43:51.
The standard has now been set ahead of London next weekend, well done everyone.
686 Stuart DRUMMOND 3:06:26
2668 Stephen KENNEDY 3:40:15
6714 Mark LEWIS 04:43:51
Duston Tri
Two NRR members took part in the popular Duston Sprint Triathlon on Sunday 19th April.
Jo Windrum completed her first tri, finishing with a pretty quick run in 20:40. Adrian Tuck completed the whole event in a fantastic time of 1:06:35.
50 Adrian Tuck - 7:49 (swim) 1:13 (t) 35:03 (bike) 0:57 (t) 21:31 (run) - 1:06:35
185 Jo Windrum - 7:44 (swim) 1:47 (t) 47:48 (bike) 0:36 (t) 20:40 (run) - 1:18:37
Jo Windrum completed her first tri, finishing with a pretty quick run in 20:40. Adrian Tuck completed the whole event in a fantastic time of 1:06:35.
50 Adrian Tuck - 7:49 (swim) 1:13 (t) 35:03 (bike) 0:57 (t) 21:31 (run) - 1:06:35
185 Jo Windrum - 7:44 (swim) 1:47 (t) 47:48 (bike) 0:36 (t) 20:40 (run) - 1:18:37
Parkrun 18th April
A huge field of 348 runners took part in the latest Parkrun. The three year anniversary run is taking place on 2nd May.
5 Ilir BRECA 18:59
6 Rosanna ANDREWS 19:23 - 1st lady
13 Mark KENNEDY 20:05
26 Peter MOOR 21:11
48 Sarah JONES 22:10
162 Mary SULLIVAN 26:54
220 Helen BLACKBURN 29:41
Daventry parkrun
18 Seb PERRY 21:53
5 Ilir BRECA 18:59
6 Rosanna ANDREWS 19:23 - 1st lady
13 Mark KENNEDY 20:05
26 Peter MOOR 21:11
48 Sarah JONES 22:10
162 Mary SULLIVAN 26:54
220 Helen BLACKBURN 29:41
Daventry parkrun
18 Seb PERRY 21:53
Monday 13 April 2015
A Jaunt Around Brighton
John Eales completed the Brighton Marathon on 12 April 2015 in a great time of 4:11:16, making it a course PB.
John Eales 4:11:16
John Eales 4:11:16
Belvoir Half Marathon
The Belvoir Half Marathon was another windy one with four NRR runners tackling the countryside route.
Rosanna Andrews battled against the conditions to rack up a great time of 1:27:57. Richard Wild also continued his amazing form with a 1:32:44 finish. Penny Andrews and Sarah Jones also had great runs with times of 1:40:50 and 1:41:03.
36 Rosanna Andrews 1:27:57
76 Richard Wild 1:32:44
165 Penny Andrews 1:40:50
168 Sarah Jones 1:41:03
Rosanna Andrews battled against the conditions to rack up a great time of 1:27:57. Richard Wild also continued his amazing form with a 1:32:44 finish. Penny Andrews and Sarah Jones also had great runs with times of 1:40:50 and 1:41:03.
36 Rosanna Andrews 1:27:57
76 Richard Wild 1:32:44
165 Penny Andrews 1:40:50
168 Sarah Jones 1:41:03
Worcester Half Marathon
Roger Taylor continued his comeback to form with a brilliant 1:42:42 at the windy Worcester Half Marathon on Sunday 12th April.
154 Roger Taylor 1:42:42
154 Roger Taylor 1:42:42
Sandy 10
Eamon Kennedy and Paul Braddock did the well established Sandy 10 (mile) on Sunday 12th April. It's another one of these little gems boasting an out and back route in glorious countryside. The first few miles are a bit hilly but that offers an amazing fast finish if you have anything in reserve. Eamon did a respectable 1:22:32 and Paul scored a 10 mile PB in 1:26:52.
Eamon Kennedy 1:22:32
Paul Braddock 1:26:52
Eamon Kennedy 1:22:32
Paul Braddock 1:26:52
Peter's Debut in Paris
Peter Watson mae his marathon debut in Paris, a beautiful city and lovely route taking in all the sights. Did he have time to stop and view then in his quest? Peter finished in 5:10:47.
Peter Watson 5:10:47
Peter Watson 5:10:47
A Seaside Half - Bournemouth Bay Run
A beautiful day for a run along the seafront, Mark Kennedy completed his fifth Bournemouth Bay Half Marathon, a favourite road event of his, completing the route in a time of 1:34:39.
The event starts at Bournemouth Pier and heads along the promenade towards Poole before climbing to the top of the cliff and heading back towards Southbourne before a trip back along the seafront to Bournemouth via Boscombe Pier. Good support along the way from locals and a rousing finish line reception.
The weather was great for an added bonus.
90 Mark Kennedy 1:34:39
The event starts at Bournemouth Pier and heads along the promenade towards Poole before climbing to the top of the cliff and heading back towards Southbourne before a trip back along the seafront to Bournemouth via Boscombe Pier. Good support along the way from locals and a rousing finish line reception.
The weather was great for an added bonus.
90 Mark Kennedy 1:34:39
Valley & Views, Waendel Walkers Club
A great run local run on 12th April for a handful of NRR at the Valley & Views hosted by the Waendel Walkers Club. Darren Baldwin and Sharky Cotters did the marathon distance while Suzanne Baldwin Elaine Palmer and Casey Baldwin did the 16 mile distance, all for a lowly £4 entry fee and a full English breakfast when you finish, can't go wrong.
Parkrun 11th April
6 Ilir BRECA 18:55
9 Richard WILD 19:31
35 Sarah JONES 21:50
160 Helen BLACKBURN 29:06
174 Richard ROSE 29:38
9 Richard WILD 19:31
35 Sarah JONES 21:50
160 Helen BLACKBURN 29:06
174 Richard ROSE 29:38
Thursday 9 April 2015
Northampton Running Festival
Set in the beautiful grounds of Delapre Abbey, the annual Northampton Festival of Running provides a great atmosphere for runners over three distances. The 10K starts at 10am with the half and marathon distances going off at five minute intervals later.
Five NRR members took on the half distance challenge which involves six laps of course, starting outside the Abbey and heading clockwise around the lake which got muddier on each loop.
The ladies put in a storming performance! Rosanna Andrews finished in 5th position overall with an excellent time of 1:34:28 and well done to Penny Andrews who was 1st in her age category (F50) 1:48:15
Mark Kennedy was pleased with a 15th place finish in 1:44:04 and Mark Johnson was close behind in 1:46:50. Pete Moor completed the line up in 1:51:54.
This is a fantastic event with brilliant, enthusiastic marshals around the course, music to rock out to each time you pass the start finish and excellent camaraderie between runners lapping the route.
5 Rosanna Andrews 1:34:28
15 Mark Kennedy 1:44:04
20 Mark Johnson 1:46:50
22 Penny Andrews 1:48:15 - 1st F50
31 Pete Moor 1:51:54
Five NRR members took on the half distance challenge which involves six laps of course, starting outside the Abbey and heading clockwise around the lake which got muddier on each loop.
The ladies put in a storming performance! Rosanna Andrews finished in 5th position overall with an excellent time of 1:34:28 and well done to Penny Andrews who was 1st in her age category (F50) 1:48:15
Mark Kennedy was pleased with a 15th place finish in 1:44:04 and Mark Johnson was close behind in 1:46:50. Pete Moor completed the line up in 1:51:54.
This is a fantastic event with brilliant, enthusiastic marshals around the course, music to rock out to each time you pass the start finish and excellent camaraderie between runners lapping the route.
5 Rosanna Andrews 1:34:28
15 Mark Kennedy 1:44:04
20 Mark Johnson 1:46:50
22 Penny Andrews 1:48:15 - 1st F50
31 Pete Moor 1:51:54
Coventry Massey Ferguson 5 Mile
Tony and Jo Letts took part in the Coventry Massey Ferguson 5 Mile on the weekend of 4th April. Tony was 1st MV40 in 29:49 and Jo finished in 45:45.
Tony Letts 29:49 - 1st MV40
Jo Letts 45:45.
South Downs Way 50 Miles
Well done to Richard Cormack for completing the South Downs Way 50 mile event in 11 hours and 40 minutes. A superb endurance achievement.
Parkrun 4th April
6 Ilir BRECA 19:11
9 Stuart DRUMMOND 19:49
11 Richard WILD 20:01
38 Pete MOOR 21:31
50 Sarah JONES 22:05
75 Mark KENNEDY 22:57 - Pacer
76 Jon DILWORTH 23:03
201 Rachel PALMER 28:44
200 Elaine PALMER 28:44
219 Helen BLACKBURN 29:12
9 Stuart DRUMMOND 19:49
11 Richard WILD 20:01
38 Pete MOOR 21:31
50 Sarah JONES 22:05
75 Mark KENNEDY 22:57 - Pacer
76 Jon DILWORTH 23:03
201 Rachel PALMER 28:44
200 Elaine PALMER 28:44
219 Helen BLACKBURN 29:12
Tuesday 31 March 2015
Daffodil Dawdle
The Daffodil Dawdle was around the flat, muddy and windy fields of Newmarket. A 27 miler organised by the long distance walkers association with good food stops made up for complicated directions but ran in great company ... beware anyone else tempted to do lDWA events ...they are very addictive.
Well it was over marathon distance so have a guess who decided to do this one? That's right....Sharrrrrrrrrky. He managed, despite the mud and wind, to complete in a time of 6.03 and add yet another marathon to the ever growing list.
Well it was over marathon distance so have a guess who decided to do this one? That's right....Sharrrrrrrrrky. He managed, despite the mud and wind, to complete in a time of 6.03 and add yet another marathon to the ever growing list.
Monday 30 March 2015
Oakley 20
Part two of the undulating coutryside spring marathon prep and another NRR crew made the short trip to Oakley.
A great run from Dave Blackburn in 2:41 exactly to comehomefirst for the club. Darren Baldwin recovered from his "accidental" marathon last week to finish in 2:47:04 and Charlotte Yarker continued her great from finishing in a PB time of 2:52:56.
John Eales was close behind in 2:55:21 with Eamon Kennedy breaking three hours in 2:57:33. Jon Dilworth finished in 3:06:30 and well done to Gavin Harris in 3:10:54. Darren Byfield crossed the line 3:12:03 and Suzanne Baldwin completed a fabulous line up in 3:29:54.
225 David Blackburn 2:41:00
283 Darren Baldwin 2:47:04
342 Charlotte Yarker 2:52:56
381 John Eales 2:55:21
419 Eamon Kennedy 2:57:33
517 Jon Dilworth 3:06:30
560 Gavin Harris 3:10:54
573 Darren Byfield 3:12:03
708 Suzanne Baldwin 3:29:54
A great run from Dave Blackburn in 2:41 exactly to comehomefirst for the club. Darren Baldwin recovered from his "accidental" marathon last week to finish in 2:47:04 and Charlotte Yarker continued her great from finishing in a PB time of 2:52:56.
John Eales was close behind in 2:55:21 with Eamon Kennedy breaking three hours in 2:57:33. Jon Dilworth finished in 3:06:30 and well done to Gavin Harris in 3:10:54. Darren Byfield crossed the line 3:12:03 and Suzanne Baldwin completed a fabulous line up in 3:29:54.
225 David Blackburn 2:41:00
283 Darren Baldwin 2:47:04
342 Charlotte Yarker 2:52:56
381 John Eales 2:55:21
419 Eamon Kennedy 2:57:33
517 Jon Dilworth 3:06:30
560 Gavin Harris 3:10:54
573 Darren Byfield 3:12:03
708 Suzanne Baldwin 3:29:54
We Have A Winner...
Dave Green won the Colchester Half Marathon on Sunday 29th March in a stunning time of 1:12:04. Well done Dave, totally on fire at the moment.
1st Dave Green 1-12-04
how fantastic is that!
Parkrun 28th March
4 Ilir BRECA 19:03
9 Stuart DRUMMOND 19:24
14 Richard WILD 19:54
21 Mark KENNEDY 20:22
55 Sarah JONES 22:13
79 Mark GARRETT 23:18
122 Paul GRAY 25:30
134 Jo SMITH 25:52
231 Elaine PALMER 30:52
230 Rachel PALMER 30:52
312 Claire SPOKES 40:42
9 Stuart DRUMMOND 19:24
14 Richard WILD 19:54
21 Mark KENNEDY 20:22
55 Sarah JONES 22:13
79 Mark GARRETT 23:18
122 Paul GRAY 25:30
134 Jo SMITH 25:52
231 Elaine PALMER 30:52
230 Rachel PALMER 30:52
312 Claire SPOKES 40:42
Jurassic Coast Challenge
Penny Andrews did The Jurassic Coast Challenge over weekend 20/21/22 March.This consisted of three marathons in three days.
She did fantastically well with day three especially being a superb performance.
Day 1 25th 6:06:14
Day 2 36th 7:10:30
Day 3 10th 6:25:14
18th place overall in 19:41:58, congratulations on such a magnificent and crazy achievement. What comes next?
Ashby 20
The Ashby 20 is a traditional undulating countryside route which offers great preparation for spring marathon training.
NRR had the super seven running it with some great PBs at the 20 miles distance.
David Green put in another star performance finishing 5th overall in a superb time of 1:56:48. Stuart Drummond was a couple of seconds ahead of Matt Brand in 2:22:24.
Ronnie Ambrose recorded his best ever time at this distance with 2:41:20 as did Wendy Parker in 2:44:08. John Eales was close behind with 2:44:43 and Pete Moor finished in a great time of 2:46:49.
5 David Green 1:56:48
116 Stuart Drummond 2:22:24
117 Matt Brand 2:22:28
334 Ronnie Ambrose 2:41:20
370 Wendy Parker 2:44:08
382 John Eales 2:44:43
410 Pete Moor 2:46:49
NRR had the super seven running it with some great PBs at the 20 miles distance.
David Green put in another star performance finishing 5th overall in a superb time of 1:56:48. Stuart Drummond was a couple of seconds ahead of Matt Brand in 2:22:24.
Ronnie Ambrose recorded his best ever time at this distance with 2:41:20 as did Wendy Parker in 2:44:08. John Eales was close behind with 2:44:43 and Pete Moor finished in a great time of 2:46:49.
5 David Green 1:56:48
116 Stuart Drummond 2:22:24
117 Matt Brand 2:22:28
334 Ronnie Ambrose 2:41:20
370 Wendy Parker 2:44:08
382 John Eales 2:44:43
410 Pete Moor 2:46:49
Tuesday 24 March 2015
The Obelisk 'Obble II
NRR have been famed for hosting the Moulton 10K in recent years but in our 2014 move to Kingsthorpe, we lost a great race. The Obelisk 'Obble was formed in September 2014 and opened as a trial for NRR members and the club decided to advance proceedings with a second version on Saturday 14th March.
Being a club with Road Runners in its name, it was fitting to fit into our eccentric nature and run most of the course off road. There were two options available, an eight mile route and a 14.
Being regulars in these parts of the county, our members were amazed by the beauty of the route, some of the course that we haven't covered before giving NRR a real impetuous to make it a permanent fixture...food for thought maybe.
Well done to all members and friends who completed the route, the results are below (not that we were being that competitive surely). There was no chip timing so the times may not be exact (of course).
Short - 8 miles
1:39:46 - John Dilworth, Jo Letts, Sue Summers, Seb Perry, Rachael Smith
2:17:08 - Micky Bogal, Ryan S
Long - 14 miles
1:53:10 - Illr Brecani, Tony Letts,
1:53:24 - Stu Drummond
1:57:55 - Andy Blaize
1:57:57 - Penny Andrews
1:59:05 - Mark Kennedy
2:05:25 - Darren Baldwin + mate
2:11:00 - Sarah Jones, Richard Wild
2:11:20 - Ronnie Ambrose, Wendy Parker
2:20:00 - Roger Taylor, Jocelyn Granger, Dave Blackburn
2:31:35 - Darren Byfield, Jo Smith, Elaine Palmer, Paul Braddock
2:06:54 - Mark Garrett - socialising runner
2:42:25 - Mark Lewis, Sheena
2:43:54 - Caroline - part of Mark Lewis group
2:57:05 - Avatar
2:57:15 - Mary Davies
2:57:35 - Mary Sullivan, Tom Sullivan
3:08:52 - Sally Garrett and Lynsey Brecani
3:18:55 - Helen Balckburn, Keren Irving, Katie, Nicki Hollowell
Being a club with Road Runners in its name, it was fitting to fit into our eccentric nature and run most of the course off road. There were two options available, an eight mile route and a 14.
Being regulars in these parts of the county, our members were amazed by the beauty of the route, some of the course that we haven't covered before giving NRR a real impetuous to make it a permanent fixture...food for thought maybe.
Well done to all members and friends who completed the route, the results are below (not that we were being that competitive surely). There was no chip timing so the times may not be exact (of course).
Short - 8 miles
1:39:46 - John Dilworth, Jo Letts, Sue Summers, Seb Perry, Rachael Smith
2:17:08 - Micky Bogal, Ryan S
Long - 14 miles
1:53:10 - Illr Brecani, Tony Letts,
1:53:24 - Stu Drummond
1:57:55 - Andy Blaize
1:57:57 - Penny Andrews
1:59:05 - Mark Kennedy
2:05:25 - Darren Baldwin + mate
2:11:00 - Sarah Jones, Richard Wild
2:11:20 - Ronnie Ambrose, Wendy Parker
2:20:00 - Roger Taylor, Jocelyn Granger, Dave Blackburn
2:31:35 - Darren Byfield, Jo Smith, Elaine Palmer, Paul Braddock
2:06:54 - Mark Garrett - socialising runner
2:42:25 - Mark Lewis, Sheena
2:43:54 - Caroline - part of Mark Lewis group
2:57:05 - Avatar
2:57:15 - Mary Davies
2:57:35 - Mary Sullivan, Tom Sullivan
3:08:52 - Sally Garrett and Lynsey Brecani
3:18:55 - Helen Balckburn, Keren Irving, Katie, Nicki Hollowell
Warwick Half
Jo and Tony Letts did the Warwick Half on Sunday 22nd March.
A huge well done to Jo for a PB of 2:01:22. Tony recorded a brilliant finish of 1.20:41 on a good course and great support plus over 2000 runners.
A huge well done to Jo for a PB of 2:01:22. Tony recorded a brilliant finish of 1.20:41 on a good course and great support plus over 2000 runners.
Charnwood Marathon
It'sthe weekend so there is a fair chance that Sharky will be ding a marathon. Yep, him, Eamon Kennedy and Darren Baldwin all ran the Charnwood Marathon. Darren's was an accident by the way.
Suzanne Baldwin decided on the more sensible option of the half distance.
Both routes were escribed as beautiful, off road challenges. One for the NRR crew in the future for sure.
Suzanne Baldwin decided on the more sensible option of the half distance.
Both routes were escribed as beautiful, off road challenges. One for the NRR crew in the future for sure.
Parkrun 21st March
13 Ilir BRECA 18:55
21 Mark KENNEDY 20:14
22 Richard WILD 20:24
42 Sarah JONES 21:51
69 Jon DILWORTH 23:27
70 Tom SULLIVAN 23:33
139 Mary SULLIVAN 26:49
182 Miles BILINGHAM 28:35
21 Mark KENNEDY 20:14
22 Richard WILD 20:24
42 Sarah JONES 21:51
69 Jon DILWORTH 23:27
70 Tom SULLIVAN 23:33
139 Mary SULLIVAN 26:49
182 Miles BILINGHAM 28:35
Loughborough Half 15th March
Jon Dilworth was the sole NRR representative at the Loughborough half and on a cold windy day achieved a creditable 3rd place for MV60 with a time of 1:50:00.
Jon Dilworth 1:50:00 MV60 3rd
Jon Dilworth 1:50:00 MV60 3rd
Monday 16 March 2015
Silverstone Half
An iconic race at the home of the Grand Prix on a cold Sunday the 15th March. A clutch (get it) of PBs on the fast circuit were awarded on the podium (not literally) as the chaquered flag was raised.
Well done to Stephen Kennedy, Mark Johnson, Gavin Harris and Peter Watson for huge PBs.
372 Tom Smith 1:31:48
897 Stephen Kennedy 1:39:45 PB
955 Mark Johnson 1:40:33 PB
Gavin Harris 1.45.30 PB
1688 Eamon Kennedy 1:47:10
2341 Peter Watson 1.52.50 PB
5693 John Eales and Kerry Bate 2:27:59
Well done to Stephen Kennedy, Mark Johnson, Gavin Harris and Peter Watson for huge PBs.
372 Tom Smith 1:31:48
897 Stephen Kennedy 1:39:45 PB
955 Mark Johnson 1:40:33 PB
Gavin Harris 1.45.30 PB
1688 Eamon Kennedy 1:47:10
2341 Peter Watson 1.52.50 PB
5693 John Eales and Kerry Bate 2:27:59
Marathon and a Half
NRR is full of crazy challenges these days as our thrill seeker members always look for that buzz.
John Eales did the Thames Meander Marathon on Saturday 14th March and then did a little recovery run on the Sunday completing the Silverstone Half Marathon.
He also joined in the club festivities with the one year anniversary at the Obelisk Centre on Saturday evening. Now for a well earned rest.
192 JOHN EALES 4:18:08 - Marathon
John Eales and Kerry Bate 2:27:59 - Half
John Eales did the Thames Meander Marathon on Saturday 14th March and then did a little recovery run on the Sunday completing the Silverstone Half Marathon.
He also joined in the club festivities with the one year anniversary at the Obelisk Centre on Saturday evening. Now for a well earned rest.
192 JOHN EALES 4:18:08 - Marathon
John Eales and Kerry Bate 2:27:59 - Half
Wednesday 11 March 2015
Backlight Fun
Backlight Run
Gavin Harris took part in the colourful, Backlight Run in Northampton on the evening of Saturday 7th March. A 5K route saw competitors covered in uv paint for a colourful finish.
Gavin Harris took part in the colourful, Backlight Run in Northampton on the evening of Saturday 7th March. A 5K route saw competitors covered in uv paint for a colourful finish.
Chiltern Kanter
Chiltern Kanter
Ronnie Ambrose and Wendy Parker run the Chiltern Kanter, an 18mile map-reading cross country event and they managed to find their way back ok.
Ronnie Ambrose and Wendy Parker run the Chiltern Kanter, an 18mile map-reading cross country event and they managed to find their way back ok.
MK Festival
MK Festival of Running
Ben Mullaney made good preparations for London with a fantastic 2:37:08 time in the 20 mile event at the Milton Keynes Festival of running.
Darren and Suzanne Baldwin shook off their Grizzly legs to complete the course in 1:39:41 and 2:10:30 respectively and Pete Moor finished in 1:42:44 at the half distance.
20 Miles
Ben Mullaney 2:37:08
Half Marathon
281 Darren Baldwin 1:39:41
377 Pete Moor 1:42:44
1378 Suzanne Baldwin 2:10:30
Ben Mullaney made good preparations for London with a fantastic 2:37:08 time in the 20 mile event at the Milton Keynes Festival of running.
Darren and Suzanne Baldwin shook off their Grizzly legs to complete the course in 1:39:41 and 2:10:30 respectively and Pete Moor finished in 1:42:44 at the half distance.
20 Miles
Ben Mullaney 2:37:08
Half Marathon
281 Darren Baldwin 1:39:41
377 Pete Moor 1:42:44
1378 Suzanne Baldwin 2:10:30
Cambridge Half
Cambridge Half
Joe McManus and John Eales completed the Cambridge Half on Sunday 8th March. Joe finished in 1:45:11 and John in 1:51:05 after a good return from injury.
Joe McManus 1:45:11
John Eales 1:51:05
Joe McManus and John Eales completed the Cambridge Half on Sunday 8th March. Joe finished in 1:45:11 and John in 1:51:05 after a good return from injury.
Joe McManus 1:45:11
John Eales 1:51:05
The Battle Was Won
Naseby Battlefield Run
A great local event at Naseby, the Battlefield Run incorporated a duathon alongside three distances at running. The route took in some of the country's stunning countryside and offered some killer hill climbs, especially the long haul at Haselbech. Half marathoners had to do it twice.
With eight different events happening at once, it was hard to know who was doing what distance but thee was plenty of spirit on the course between competitors.
One slight niggle was a few snags to the organisation with some distances being undercut and a few runners taking wrong turnings. Perhaps the hosts took on a little too much.
A good note for the day was an optional t-shirt for purchase that included the names of all entrants plus a great route with a challenge.
The NRR crew turned out to try the running distances.
Congratulations to Rosanna Andrews who won the 5K event in 23:08.
Jo Letts completed the 10K in 40:49.
At half marathon distance there were some great finishes with two out of three in the top ten. Tony Letts was second in 1:21:26 and Daniel Cook third in 1:23:15. Mark Kennedy finished 11th overall in 1:35:08 and Roger Taylor crossed the line in 1:47:21.
Well done to Penny Andrews who was 1st MV50 with a time of 1:40:24.
5K
1st Rosanna Andrews 23:08
10K
48th Jo Letts 57:22
Half Marathon
2nd Tony Letts 1:21:26
3rd Daniel Cook 1:23:15
11th Mark Kennedy 1:35:08
18th Penny Andrews 1:40:24 1st MV50
25th Roger Taylor 1:47:21
A great local event at Naseby, the Battlefield Run incorporated a duathon alongside three distances at running. The route took in some of the country's stunning countryside and offered some killer hill climbs, especially the long haul at Haselbech. Half marathoners had to do it twice.
With eight different events happening at once, it was hard to know who was doing what distance but thee was plenty of spirit on the course between competitors.
One slight niggle was a few snags to the organisation with some distances being undercut and a few runners taking wrong turnings. Perhaps the hosts took on a little too much.
A good note for the day was an optional t-shirt for purchase that included the names of all entrants plus a great route with a challenge.
The NRR crew turned out to try the running distances.
Congratulations to Rosanna Andrews who won the 5K event in 23:08.
Jo Letts completed the 10K in 40:49.
At half marathon distance there were some great finishes with two out of three in the top ten. Tony Letts was second in 1:21:26 and Daniel Cook third in 1:23:15. Mark Kennedy finished 11th overall in 1:35:08 and Roger Taylor crossed the line in 1:47:21.
Well done to Penny Andrews who was 1st MV50 with a time of 1:40:24.
5K
1st Rosanna Andrews 23:08
10K
48th Jo Letts 57:22
Half Marathon
2nd Tony Letts 1:21:26
3rd Daniel Cook 1:23:15
11th Mark Kennedy 1:35:08
18th Penny Andrews 1:40:24 1st MV50
25th Roger Taylor 1:47:21
Groundhog Day
The Groundhog Marathon
Some people will remember the classic film Groundhog Day where Bill Murray plays a weather man who wakes every morning to experience the same day.
Perhaps the Groundhog Marathon won't take days to complete but it was an incredible 105.5 laps of a running track in Telford.
Eamon Kennedy and Andy Sharky Cotters completed the gruelling event on Saturday 7th March. Not only was then an achievement in itself but Sharky also completed his challenge of 12 marathons in 12 months. Sometimes it is not always about speed.
Well done to Sharky, a full report will follow.
Sharks 4:12
Eamon 4:06
Some people will remember the classic film Groundhog Day where Bill Murray plays a weather man who wakes every morning to experience the same day.
Perhaps the Groundhog Marathon won't take days to complete but it was an incredible 105.5 laps of a running track in Telford.
Eamon Kennedy and Andy Sharky Cotters completed the gruelling event on Saturday 7th March. Not only was then an achievement in itself but Sharky also completed his challenge of 12 marathons in 12 months. Sometimes it is not always about speed.
Well done to Sharky, a full report will follow.
Sharks 4:12
Eamon 4:06
Parkrun PB Day
7 Matt BRAND 18:42 PB
12 Richard WILD 19:22 PB
13 Ilir BRECA 19:24
42 Sarah Jones 22:05 1st lady
62 Mark KENNEDY 22:56 Pacer
204 Richard ROSE 30:34
13 Ilir BRECA 19:24
42 Sarah Jones 22:05 1st lady
62 Mark KENNEDY 22:56 Pacer
204 Richard ROSE 30:34
237 Lynsey LOU 34:03
Daventry parkrun
17 Seb PERRY 21:46
Daventry parkrun
17 Seb PERRY 21:46
Friday 6 March 2015
Ultra Man
On Sunday 1st March Jon Panter did the 45 mile St. Peters Way Ultra in Essex in a fantastic 8:39 and didn't even get a T shirt.
Monday 2 March 2015
March March Begins
As February ended and March began, NRR ran various events across the country.
Belvoir Challenge
Saturday began with the Belvoir Challenge, Andy Sharky Cotters did his 11th marathon in 11 months, slogging it around in the mud in around six hours. Jocelyn Granger did the 15 miler in 3 hours.
Eleven members did the Parkrun at the same time (which wasn't quite as muddy.)
Coventry Half
Penny Andrews did the Coventry Half in 1:42 finishing a few minutes ahead of Jon Dilworth in 1:46
Berkhamsted Half
Another popular event in the NRR calender is the beautiful Berko Half (as it is fondly known locally). Seven runners were treated to lovely sunshine around the hilly, countryside route. Richard Wild and Wendy Parker grabbed massive PBs on a course not normally likened to a PB route.
91 Richard Wild 1:32:41
184 Ronnie Ambrose 1:38:24
190 Mark Kennedy 1:38:53
255 Sarah Jones 1:41:47
317 Wendy Parker 1:44:28
471 Tom Sullivan 1:49:41
792 Mary Sullivan 2:04:40
Grizzly
The iconic Grizzly is too much of a pull for our club and this year was no exception. A handful of crazed thrill seekers made the trip to Devon to tackle the mud and hills in The
Grizzly 2015 - Dash To Delirium
159 Matt Brand 3:11:17
220 Stuart Drummond 3:17:48
450 Pete Moor 3:39:26
722 Darren Baldwin 3:57:52
1116 Paul Braddock 4:32:09
1237 Suzanne Baldwin 4:50:46
Rome Marathon
Finally Dave and Helen Blackburn left the country to complete the wonderful Rome Marathon and thoroughly enjoyed the race and the trip.
Belvoir Challenge
Saturday began with the Belvoir Challenge, Andy Sharky Cotters did his 11th marathon in 11 months, slogging it around in the mud in around six hours. Jocelyn Granger did the 15 miler in 3 hours.
Eleven members did the Parkrun at the same time (which wasn't quite as muddy.)
Coventry Half
Penny Andrews did the Coventry Half in 1:42 finishing a few minutes ahead of Jon Dilworth in 1:46
Berkhamsted Half
Another popular event in the NRR calender is the beautiful Berko Half (as it is fondly known locally). Seven runners were treated to lovely sunshine around the hilly, countryside route. Richard Wild and Wendy Parker grabbed massive PBs on a course not normally likened to a PB route.
91 Richard Wild 1:32:41
184 Ronnie Ambrose 1:38:24
190 Mark Kennedy 1:38:53
255 Sarah Jones 1:41:47
317 Wendy Parker 1:44:28
471 Tom Sullivan 1:49:41
792 Mary Sullivan 2:04:40
Grizzly
The iconic Grizzly is too much of a pull for our club and this year was no exception. A handful of crazed thrill seekers made the trip to Devon to tackle the mud and hills in The
Grizzly 2015 - Dash To Delirium
159 Matt Brand 3:11:17
220 Stuart Drummond 3:17:48
450 Pete Moor 3:39:26
722 Darren Baldwin 3:57:52
1116 Paul Braddock 4:32:09
1237 Suzanne Baldwin 4:50:46
Rome Marathon
Finally Dave and Helen Blackburn left the country to complete the wonderful Rome Marathon and thoroughly enjoyed the race and the trip.
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