Wind, Wet and Winners

St Wilfreds RC School in Ripon held its annual Muddy Boots race at the weekend. Two members of Nidd Valley Road Runners' junior section took part, with Sam Riley storming home in first place and Sarah Lofthouse finishing sixth also taking the prize for first in her age group.

Kelly Furniss and Lizzie Medwell represtented the club at a blustery and hilly Liversidge Half marathon, finishing in 2.01:56 and 2.06:47 respectively.

Driving rain, wind and lots of mud were on the agenda when Sam Fugill, Brian Sherwood and Paul Manning when they had a go at the Hardmoors Night fell race over by Roseberry Topping. Sam completed it in 2.12:44 with Brian behind in 2.16:33. A gallant effort from Paul Manning but he was forced to turn back due to sustaining an ankle injury. The club wishes him a speedy recovery and we hope to see him back on the fells soon!

There is a race for everyone.

Over the last couple of weekends, Nidd Valley Road Runners were once again well represented in a number of events across Yorkshire.

Four Nidd Valley Road Runners headed over to Dewsbury to take part in the towns 10k race, with Rebecca Ventress and Aimi Blueman each achieving a PB time of 56.05 and 59.03 respectively. Also Kelly Furniss finished with a time of 51.11 followed by Lizzie Medwell with 53.19.

Staying in West Yorkshire, six intrepid Nidd Valley runners ventured to Guiseley to have a go at the icy but muddy Rombald Stride. The route of the 23 mile challenge event organised by the LDWA took in the splendour of Otley Chevin and Ilkley Moor. First back for the club was Carol Morgan in 3.33.32, followed by Emma David at 3.57.30. Chris Buck was the solo Nidd Valley male finishing in 4.39.08 and the trio of Phillipa Moorse, Rachel Eastaff, and Sheena Jackson finished as a collective at 5.45.40.

Across in Humberside, Rick Dallaston was the lone Nidd Valley runner taking part in the Skidby 10 mile event and achieved a PB with a time of 80.35. 

It's a family affair at Ripon

It was a family affair at this years Jolly Holly Jog at Ripon with both Senior and Junior runners from Nidd Valley combining for the first time. A muddy course and sunny weather made for a great mornings running around the Fountains Abbey route. First back for Nidd was Lee Dalton 36.23 finishing fifth overall on his way back to full fitness. Next was Martin Lofthouse 41.07, wearing a Nidd vest for the first time. Club regular Andy Todd 41.37 was next followed by Paul Stalker 44.41,Brian Sherwood 48.14, Fiona Deacon 48.54, Mike Deacon 48.55, Kathleen Coates 49.49,David Rushton 54.59,Jenny Manning 56.22 and Sarah Chalmers 63.52.

In the juniors the field was dominated by Nidd Valley Junior vests with many in the top half of the field.

First home was Jack Smith in a superb time of 5:32, 2nd place overall, narrowly missing first place by 1 second. Next home was Harrison Iles, first in the M9-11 category and an amazing third place overall. Jake Stalker stormed home in 5th place winning the M6-8 category. James Harvey followed close behind in 6th place, 2nd in the M9-11 category. Jessica Jones proved her hard work at training sessions has paid off, coming home in 9th place overall, 2nd female and winning the F9-11 category.
Completing the team were Daniel Dalton (4th M9-11), Sarah Lofthouse ( 3rd F9-11), Jacob Kavanagh ( 6th M9-11), Oliver Kavanagh ( 4th M12-16), Benjamin Smith ( 5th M12-16), Will Harvey ( 5th M6-8), Adam Coates ( 10th M9-11) and Lauren Coates ( 2nd F6-8).

Racing to the end of the year.

Nidd Valley Road Runners are continuing to compete in a variety of races as the year draws to a close. The Tour of Pendle saw three runners head west for this tough event over 16.8 miles and with nearly 1500 metres of climb . Carol Morgan lead the way for the group and finished just over the 3 hour mark with 3:03:20, Emma David showed great determination and crossed the line in 3:42:33, Chris Buck followed with a time of 3:52:56, a great achievement in his first full year on the fells.

In warmer weather Andy Harris took on the Florence Marathon and faired well with a time of 3 hours 57 minutes. Jillie Townend never passes up the opportunity to race at different events and went to Oakham for the Nene Valley 10 miler described as a  diverse 2 lap course through parks, urban areas, a woodland trail, through underpasses, down steps and over motorway bridges avoiding bollards and posts with a bit of road thrown in, it keeps the senses alert all the way around. Jillie took full advantage and set a new 10 mile pb with 89:40.

Guy Fawkes goes with a bang

Ripley Castle was the fantastic venue for the start of the Up and Running Guy Fawkes 10 organised by Nidd Valley Road Runners at the weekend. It has become one of the most popular 10 milers in the North of England and has constantly received great reviews for its organisation and marshalling in recent years, although the route is one of the most challenging with three big climbs.

Local lad Jack Simpson took the lead from the off and was never challenged, finishing in 55.26, just shy of the course record. At the finish he commented, ‘It is one of my favourite races and the undulating route suits me well’.

Second went to Paul Marchant from Rothwell and District Harriers in 56.24 and third went to Ian Fisher from Otley in 57.14.

The ladies race was not that cut and dried as Emma Yates was over taken by eventual winner Helen Cross just after half way, Helen from Pocklington Runners recorded 1:06:48 and Emma from York Knavesmire Harriers crossed the line in 1:07:57. Third lady went to Sarah Fawcett from Hallamshire Harriers in 1:08:41.

It is with great thanks to the sponsors of this years event, Harrogate Spring Water, Harrogate Osteopaths, DK Darts and Ridgeway Fitness and Health that it was all possible.

Making History at Nidd Valley.

For the first time in the clubs history Nidd Valley Road Runners sent a junior team out to race, for the past 30 years Nidd Valley have been exclusively an adult only running club but have recently taken the plunge to form a junior section. Valley Striders put on a group of races  held on mainly trail paths within Harewood Estate and include a 10 mile, 5 mile and 2 mile race. The juniors took on the 2 mile event and had a great experience. In the Year 9-10 group Sam Riley was 3rd and Alex Robinson was 6th, in the Year 7-8 group Oliver Kavanagh was 5th, brother Jacob was 8th in the Year 5-6 group and in the Year 3-4 group Jake Stalker was 6th, Dan Dalton 7th and  Daniel Burrell 9th.

 

In the 10 mile event Lee Dalton put the disappointment of the previous weeks 2nd place finish and went one better, at the 5 mile turn around he had forged ahead and finished a good minute in front of his nearest rival, his time of 63.18 reflected the tough conditions from the wind and recent rain. Next back for Nidd was Phil Robinson in 85.11, closely followed by first lady back for Nidd, Fiona Deacon 87.36, Annie Sweeting 108.31 and Sarah Chalmers 113.23. Opting for the 5 mile route Paul Stalker got caught up in the misdirection of the first 20 runners home and crossed the line in 39.37, Fiona Robinson finished in 57.22 and Bob Sweeting 58.35.

 

With Halloween came the chance to run in the first Chevin Chiller, a very scary 4.5 miles in the dark requiring head torches. Four brave Nidders took on the challenge, Carol Morgan was 2nd lady in 33.11, Chris Buck 37.30, Phil Robinson 38.14 and, first time for Nidd Valley, Vicky Marlow 54.00.

 

Mark David has been doing his stuff, firstly at Great Whernside, in a time of 48:34,  with 1500 feet of climb over 3.9 miles, straight up and back from Kettlewell. The following day he ran at Guisborough Three Tops, crossing the line in 1:31:19, climbing to 1600 feet for a  full blast of autumn on Roseberry Topping.

First timers and fast times

Having withdrawn from York Marathon a few months earlier, Lee Dalton made the decision to go and defend his Shaun Lee Johnstone 10 mile  title instead. The course was a lot drier than the previous year and as Lee headed out he was accompanied by eventual winner, Ian Fisher. After the first mile Lee had to settle for second place as Fisher surged ahead and went onto break Lee’s course record. Phil Robinson joined Lee on the start line and finished in 83.33.

 

The second big marathon of the month was at York for the inaugural Yorkshire Marathon, an oversubscribed event that attracted an international field. First back for Nidd Valley was an old hand at marathons, Andy Todd, crossing the line in 3:05.31. First lady back for Nidd Valley was Kathy Coates, this being her first marathon she managed an impressive time of 3:59.20. More first timers at the marathon distance were Dave Rushton 4:28.24 and Jillie Townend 4:28.34, both starting running less the two years ago at parkrun and progressing up to the iconic 26 mile event. Lizzie Medwell, another established marathon runner, crossed the line in 4:32.00 followed by the Moorse sisters, doing their first marathon, Phillipa recording 5:02.34 and Helen 5:11.02.

 

Across the valley in Bridlington Mike and Fiona Deacon tackled the popular Bridlington Half Marathon, a well established race along the coast. Both were pleased with their times, Mike with 1.35 and Fiona with 1.41.

 

Emma David has been ticking the miles off, the last of the Run Further Series saw her complete the Rotherham 50 for 3rd lady, this gave her enough for 2nd lady overall in the series and 1st in her age catagory. Meanwhile Mark David headed to Todmorden for the Race to the Summit and completed the 5 mile event in 41.05.

GB selection and last points opportunity

Bill Hitchcock is a relatively new member of Nidd Valley Road Runners but has been enjoying great success recently. He secured the fourth and final qualification slot for the GB team for next years European triathlon championships which will be held in June in Kitzbuhlen. The qualifying race was at Grafham water in Cambridgeshire and whilst he was only second in his  group out of the water he managed the fastest bike split to then loose ground on the run to drift back a couple of places.

Fell expert Carol Morgan took to her favourite area and completed the Langdale Horseshoe in 3 hours and 1 minute on what was a beautiful day. In the opposite direction fellow fell comrade Emma David was tackling the Wye Valley Ultra 50, a great triumph ensued as Emma took 3rd lady in 9 hours 30 minutes.

Andrea Bowen and Sarah Chalmers decided Withens Skyline fell race was their weekend outing and headed to Haworth for a mudtastic event. Andrea came home in 77.56 and Sarah in 87.18.

Two people who like a continental feel to their racing are Simon and Michelle Smith, this time heading to the amazing city of Munich for their annual marathon. Simon made his way round comfortably in 3:55.31 followed by Michelle in 4:32.31.
The last of the club championship races took place at Richmond and those needing to add their final points grasped the opportunity. Mike Deacon was first across the line for the club in 43.28, Christine Holleran had a tremendous run and took 2nd FV45 in 49.15, Dave Seaman crossed the line in 51.31 followed by Helen Gregory in 53.20, still recovering from Chester the week before, Rachael Prince finished in 59.31 and Judy Greenwood took 1st FV55 in 64.56.

October pb marathon, part one.

A procession of Nidd Valley Road Runners headed to Chester for the first of two pb potential marathons this  October. Chester greeted everyone with unseasonably warm weather but it still did not hold Nidd Valley back in their pursuit of a best time.

Carol Morgan swapped her fell shoes for her roadies and had an amazing run finishing sixth in her age group and eleventh lady overall in 3:10.11. Next up were the sub 4 hour group, a target much revered, this included Alan Davidson 3:39.44, Paul Geary crossing the line in 3:45.46, Phil Fernyhough 3:47.12 and a magnificent sprint finish from Brian Sherwood for 3:59.59. Not far behind came Paul Manning with a great pb 0f 4:02.34 followed by a string ladies, Debbie Gibson 4:11.10, Helen Gregory smashing her pb for 4:12.47, Jenny Manning, trimming her time to 4:17.53, Janet Carling 4:32.27, Rachel Eastaff 4:42.49 Anne Marie McPherson 4:49.52 and Brenda Loades 4:53.11.

 

Not to be out done Tony Ledwaba Chapman headed to the seaside at Mablethorpe for the East Coast Marathon, although disappointed with his time of 4 hours and 3 minutes he was running at 3 hour 30 pace for much of it.

 

Keeping the Nidd Valley flag flying on the fells Mark David has visited some local races. At the Orton Autumn Fair their 10km race gave his legs a good stretch and finished bang on the hour. The following week he headed over to Saddleworth for  a slightly longer race of 13km, finishing with 1 hour 30 minutes.

Leading ladies, leading the way

Nidd Valley Road Runners have had a string of leading ladies recently, across all terrains and a variety of distances. The Hardmoors 60 attracts a dedicated crowd and friends are made along the way, Carol Morgan needed just such camaraderie, as with 10 miles to go found the company of another lady runner a great help, both crossing the line in 11 hours 31 minutes for joint first lady and 7th overall.

Further north Jillie Townend completed the Redcar Half Marathon for Nidd Valley, an easy option on paper but with a coastal finish the wind had other ideas. However it was no match for Jillie as she recorded a new pb for a half in 2:03.21.

 

Another Nidd Valley lady giving it her best was Kathy Coates taking part in the Major Series North 10km, she had the bit between her teeth and the scars to prove the obstacle course was no walk in the park, finishing as 3rd lady overall.

 

A more traditional race over at York was the destination for Mike and Fiona Deacon, the Sutton on the Forest 10km is a low key event over mixed terrain. Mike Deacon was first back in 42.53 and Fiona secured 2nd F45 with 46.09

Swim, cycle, run, rest!!

 

You could feel the anticipation around Fountains Abbey at the weekend as the biggest event in the area slowly took shape. National interest surrounding the Brownlee Triathlon had attracted a wide variety of people to both enter, marshal and spectate, in what was to be their first triathlon experience.

 

Four runners from Nidd Valley went up, the atmosphere was amazing and the Brownlee brothers were in attendance for most of the event, Christine Holleran had an amazing day, drawing on her previous experience she came in 3rd lady in her age group with a time of 50.03. First timer Phil Fernyhough admits he is not the strongest swimmer but made up tremendous ground on the bike and run leg, finishing with 51.50. Another first timer, Helen Moorse, may have found her calling, with an outstanding swim  and bike section she hung on in the run, crossing the line in 53.36. Jenny Manning celebrated her birthday with her entry and did herself proud with a solid time of 1:00.50.

 

Not too far away the rescheduled Yorkshire 10km was being run at Newby Hall. One Nidd Valley runner flashed the black and gold, Jillie Townend finished in 55.39. Meanwhile the fell runners at Nidd Valley were on the move for the Viking Chase 4 Peaks on the North York Moors, organised by Cleveland Fell rescue, this is a tough race over 13km of tricky terrain. First back for Nidd was Simon Harris in 1-22-36, followed by Mark David 1-25-26, Brian Sherwood 1-28-38, Sam Fugill 1-29-55, Phil Robinson 1-31-55 and Sarah Chalmers 2-05-05

Solid performances on solid ground

There’s nothing like a tough sounding race to get the juices flowing and The Yorkshireman Full and Half Marathon do not disappoint. Taking in Upper Wharfedale it certainly is a value for money event and refreshments at the end make the finish all the more welcome.

Tackling the Full Marathon was a ladies only affair for Nidd Valley Road Runners but they didn’t disappoint. Carol Morgan had a fantastic run, securing 3rd lady overall and 1st FV40 in 3:58.18, next in was Emma David in 4:33.51 followed by Sheena Jackson in 5:23.31. Seven Nidd Runners took on the Half Marathon distance which was not half the effort by any means. Tim Harvey had one of his best runs of the year, finishing 9th overall in 1:51.07, Alan Davidson followed him in with 2:13.01,then  Mark David 2:17.32, Brian Sherwood 2:23.14, first lady for Nidd was Christine Holleran 2:39.55, Andrea Bowen 3:04.08 and Sarah Chalmers 5:04.32.

 

Over at Wetherby the slick organisation of the Wetherby 10km suited four Nidd Valley Road Runners. Andy Todd found the cooler conditions this year to his liking and finished in 38.41, Lizzie Medwell was next home in 51.58. Two ladies making great improvements over the year are Emma and Kate Edgar, Emma timing at 52.05 and Kate breaking the hour in 59.56.

 

Tucked away in Leicestershire Emma Dooley set about her first Half Ironman, a 1.9km swim, 85km cycle and 21km run. After an eventful start in the swim Emma clawed her way up the rankings in the cycle and run elements, crossing the line in 6 hours 10 minutes in the top half of the field.

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Bank Holiday Bonanza

With any Bank Holiday it brings the opportunity to race an extra day and Nidd Valley Road Runners sought out two popular events. Kilnsey Crag Fell Race is one of the shortest but toughest around and not many come away unscathed, thankfully  Tim Harvey and Mark David  were part of the few and recorded great times of 10.30 and 15.52 respectively. On more even terrain Spofforth Gala 10km will be remembered for quite different reasons as many of the runners were attacked by a swarm of hornets at the 4km mark and the medical services had to intervene, Rib Snow made it back safety in 49.05 followed by Andrea Bowen in 68.39.

The following weekend nothing quite as dramatic at the Tholthorpe 10km where the ladies at Nidd Valley were in charge. Carol Morgan finished 4th overall and 1st FV35 by some margin in 41.52 while Fiona Deacon was 2nd FV45 in 44.43. Other results were Mike Deacon 42.02, Dave Seaman 49.23, Sarah Donaldson 50.33, Dave Rushton 51.53, Ellie Deacon 53.49(pb), Jillie Townend 54.30, Phillipa Moorse 55.34 and Judy Greenwood 62.16. Up in the Dales the fell runners were having their own race at Bradley Show, Mark David had a strong run with 32.42, Andrea Bowen in her first fell race finished with 42.29 followed by Sarah Chalmers with 44.55. 

The fell runners also managed to slip a few smaller races in too. Tim Harvey tackled the Burnsall Classic in 19.00 while Mark David continued his involvement in Esk Valley’s Summer Fell Series with the Inclined to Madness race running well for 57.33 and then the unusual Ilkley Incline of 1 mile straight up in a time of 10.40.

A thorn amongst so many roses.

With many runners away for their summer holidays it was a chance for some to bag a good crop of points in the latest Club Championship race. Mike Deacon secured the biggest haul by being the first Nidd Valley runner across the line in 44.17, not far behind and keeping it in the family Fiona Deacon was first Nidd lady home in 44.38, taking 3rd LV45 to boot. Next came a parade of Nidd Valley ladies all eager for points, Debbie Gibson was next to arrive in 49.39, Sarah Donaldson 50.40, Jenny Manning 51.03, Jillie Townend 54.59, Phillippa Moorse 55.38, Rachel Prince 56.41 and then Aimi Blueman, breaking the one hour for the first time and taking a massive 9 minutes off last years time, recorded 59.54.

Doing the rounds of the local fell races, Mark David has been a familiar face in the past weeks. Starting at Arncliffe Gala Mark had a storming run and finished in 17.35 for the 3.3 mile route. Four days later at the Guisborough Grunt Mark took 2nd MV50 in an equally tremendous 55.17. With the bit between his teeth he made the short journey to Gargrave Show with Emma David and cruised round in 32.45 followed shortly by Emma in 34.34. Twenty four hours later Mark was back in action at Cray up in Wharefdale for their low key fell race, he had a good run recording 36.50.

Points mean prizes.

During the summer the racing scene continues with a mixture of on and off road fixtures to suit every taste. Nidd Valley Road Runners took to the hills in the search for points in the latest Fell Championship race. Round Hill Fell Race starts in Timble Village and winds it way across Blubberhouses Moor, it always attracts a good following and the recent Summer Fell Training saw a number of improved times across the Nidd Valley crew. Tim Harvey led the club home to finish 13th overall in a time of 1:02.54, he was chased home by Carol Morgan 1:11.35 who managed to edge out Alan Davidson, 1:11.35. Next across the line was Mark David 1:13.40, Brian Sherwood 1:16.05, taking to the fells for the first time this season, Rob Snow 1:18.13, Sheena Jackson 1:21.08, Chris Buck 1:23.21, Phil Robinson 1:25.36 and Sarah Chalmers 1:51.31.

For those wanting to stay on the tarmac, York Race for All had four Nidders heading that way. A crowded route had Dan Eagling securing a pb with 43.43, Emma Edgar crossed the line in 55.28, closely followed by Jillie Townend 56.07 and Kate Edgar 1:04.06.

A new race on the calendar is The Saltaire Shaker, an unusual 15 km distance in the familiar surroundings of the Leeds-Liverpool Canal. Tony Ledwaba- Chapman rocked up and came away with first V70 in a time of 1:20.54.

A Fell race or not a Fell race, that is the question.

When is a fell race not a fell race? When it is included in the Nidd Valley Road Runners main club championships. Although The James Herriot Trail Race  is included on the Fell Runner website Nidd Valley use it as a long race for calculations. There is a great team vibe up in Wensleydale as many clubs have a strong turn out. Ideal conditions gave runners a fantastic experience of an off road race. First back for Nidd was Andy Todd, 26th overall in 66.06, Paul Geary was next with 69.38 followed by Phil Fernyhough 72.32, Mark David 73.34, first lady for Nidd, Fiona Deacon 76.48, Rick Dallston 78.36, Paul Manning 79.05, Emma David 82.40, Dave Seaman 83.54, Debbie Gibson 88.03, Jenny Manning 90.02, Rachel Eastaff 90.11, back from injury, Dave Rushton 90.27, Phillipa Moorse 93.07 and Michelle Smith 100.12.

The previous day Emma David had travelled up to the Lake district for the Old Crownhill Round Fell Race, an incredible 24 miles of rugged terrain on the Caldbeck Fells. Emma had a fantastic run completing the run in 6 hours 10 mins and her efforts were rewarded with 2nd Lady.

A couple of late results saw Rachel Eastaff and Phillipa Moorse enter the Yorkshire Wolds Half, an incredibly tough race in some challenging conditions. Rachel crossed the line in 2:06 and Phillipa finished in 2:20. Jillie Townend has been travelling as far to races as the miles she has been competing. Laxton 10km saw Jillie running in 77 degrees of heat and finishing in 56.57.

A window of cooler weather.

Racing conditions could not have been better for the weekend as the cloud covered skies gave us a little drizzle early on.

 Harrogate Town Centre 10km greeted four Nidd Valley Road Runners for its two lap course. Rick Dallston had a brilliant run to record 46.35, just behind was Sheena Jackson in 47.04. Sue and Jon Reast ran together and came in under the hour with 59.01 and 59.04 respectively.

 With the Olympic Anniversary coming up it was fitting for Amanda Metcalfe to be inspired to complete another triathlon. The area around Castle Howard is undulating and the grounds provided an ideal setting for the swim and run. Amanda completed the mid distance course in 3 hours 22 minutes ready to move up to Olympic distance.

 The previous day Ingleton Gala held their Ingleborough Fell Race, within easy reach of Harrogate this tough race attracted a large field. Mark David continued his fell season and finished in 74.43, another Nidd Valley at home on the fells is Chris Buck who crossed the line in 79.10. A rare appearance by Helen Gregory on the fells saw her record a time of 85.30.

Sweet smell of success

Burton Leonard was on a knife edge as to whether it took place or not but everyone rallied round and it went ahead. A number of Nidd Valley Road Runners braced themselves for the heat and exposed route to compete over the 10km and came away smelling of success with a number of category winners. Four seems to be the magic number for Lee Dalton at the moment looking at his recent results as he crossed the line in fourth with a time of 36.28, Andy Todd was next back in 42.09 and 1st M50 followed closely by Alan Davidson 2nd M50 in 42.28. Next across the line was Paul Stalker 43.54, Andy Harris 47.22, Phil Fernyhough 47.59, first lady for Nidd and 2nd F45 Fiona Deacon 48.11, Carol Morgan 1st F35 48.51, Rob Snow 49.52, Dave Seaman 54.22, Tony Ledwaba-Chapman 1st M70 54.37, Debbie Gibson 54.22, Jenny Manning 56.54,  Helen Gregory 57.07, Michelle Smith 64.04, Ellie Deacon 64.12 running with her Dad Mike 64.14 and Judy Greenwood 69.36.

 

Across in Leeds the Jane Tomlinson 10km had already finished by the time Burton Leonard got under way and avoided the worst of the heat. Paul Manning was first home for Nidd in 49.47, Laura Nixon next in 52.52 and Noel Butler 1:03.33. Over on the west coast the Windmill Half saw Jillie Townend pounding the roads and recorded a time of 2:10.20.

Hot but definately not bothered.

Nidd Valley Road Runners got back to the business of running this week, a common distance but a different venue greeted those doing the club championships. Eccup 10 mile is a popular race over in Leeds and takes in Eccup Reservoir. a large field in extreme conditions took to the course. First back for Nidd was  Lee  Dalton in a superb 58.37 and finished fourth overall . Next up was   Andy  Todd 1:07:52,  Simon  Smith 1:13:32,   Phil  Fernyhough 1:16:41 , first lady for the club was  Fiona  Deacon 1:17:24,  next was Sheena  Jackson 1:21:25,  Rick  Dallaston 1:25:21,   Carol  Morgan 1:26:03,  Tony  Ledwaba-Chapman collected the 2nd V70 prize 1:28:19,  Jenny  Manning  1:28:36,  Sarah  Donaldson 1:34:13,  Emma  Edgar 1:34:21, a welcome return to racing for  Alison  Little  1:40:17,  Michelle  Smith 1:41:26,   Judy  Greenwood  1:50:04 and   Sarah  Chalmers 1:53:33.

The fell championships also had a fixture at Stirton, a pleasant evening drive over towards Skipton. Mark David had a speedy run in 47-42 and was first back for the club to collect his well deserved bottle of beer. Hot on his tail was Carol Morgan 50-30, Brian Sherwood 53-47, Chris Buck 55-00, Phil Robinson 55-35, Emma David 55-55 and Sarah Chalmers 72-18.

A couple of late results from around the area come from Jillie Townsend who ran the BUPA 10km in a time of 55.54 and Mark David who competed  at Eldwick Gala, completing the 3 mile route in 23.57.

Racing takes a back seat at Nidd Valley.

Nidd Valley Road Runners kept the competitive streak alive last weekend even though races were thin on the ground, a growing Harrogate parkrun always has a Nidd Valley runner to be found on the start line. Andy Todd moved up an age group but still crossed the line first for Nidd with 19.46, followed by Maurice Kelly 21.20, a tie for Chris Buck and Paul Geary in 22.42, Tony Ledwaba- Chapman 27.20, Nick Iles, running with  his daughter in 30.53, Katie Edgar 32.07 and Clairwyn Richardson 32.40.

 

Mark David headed to Addingham for the mid week Beamsley Beacon Fell race, a great 5.5 mile route, Mark finished in 48.46. The final Harrogate Summer Race League race took place at Wetherby and Nidd Valley ladies secured their best placing with third team in the ladies and vet ladies sections overall.