Roundup 2016 – Page 2 – Clayton-le-Moors Harriers

It’s orange to the fore as the Autumn colours race in.

This week the Autumn action comes a variety of sources, from Lakeland mountains, Scottish Hills, the flatlands of Manchester and West Lancashire, and some Northern milltown hills thrown in the mix for good measure. You’ve all been out bagging podium positions, fast PBs or simply getting stuck in and having a right good time. Here’s how it went…

Saturday

British Fell and Hill Running Relays – Luss, Scotland

Pic: Some of the Clayton runners, post Fell and Hill Running Relays. Not sure what Carl Helliwell is thinking but it looks mischevious…

Held in the Luss Hills, on the Western shores of Loch Lomond, this traditional late season event always attracts a big entry and with its Scottish setting this year, also offered a post race ceilidh to entice runners. Clayton sent four teams, an A and B team, a Ladies Vets team and a Mens V50 team.

Leg 1 was a solo leg of 5.9 km with an ascent of 427m (navigational experience and skills required). Leg 2 was a pairs’ leg of 13 km with 1096m of ascent (and a nice sting in the tail) (navigational experience and skills required). Leg 3 was the pairs’ navigation leg and provided a stiff challenge as to expected from a competition championship nav leg, and Leg 4 was a solo leg of 8.3 km with 653 m of ascent.The event was won by a flying Dark Peak Grindslow team in 03:38:58, beating off stiff opposition from Shettleston Harriers.

First Clayton team back in 32nd overall and 2nd MV50 Team, was the team of Phil Hall, Gary Wilkinson, Paul Hesketh, Mike Wallis, Tim Edward and Mark Aspinall. They finished in a time of 04:49:44. Hot on their heels in 36th overall came the B Team of Kirt Livesey, Dave Walker, Carl Helliwell, Neil Hardiman, Chris Snell and Lee Smith in a time of 04:55:38. Just behind in 04:58:18 came the A Team of Danny Collinge, Dave Bagot, Andy Laycock, Dave Motley, Ryan Wilkinson and Matt Perry.

The Ladies Vets team came in in 07:02:49 to claim 1st LV50 Team and 3rd Ladies Vets overall – the team comprised Kath Brady, Katy Thompson, Barbara Savage, Wendy Dodds, Kath Wallis and Anna Kelly.

Kath Brady reports for the Ladies team:

‘Fortunately Katy had been in Luss for 3 days and managed to recce the area along with Wendy and provide useful advice for the rest of the team. As forecast, the morning started wet and misty on the tops. Runners were encouraged to enter the holding pen to have kit checked and prepare to be lead to the start by a traditional Scottish piper.

Leg 1 – solo (4.2km 341m climb). I was on this leg, we were off across a couple of fields then up the steep climb into the mist. A good trog off the top down to a stream to a checkpoint, a traverse round the hill before getting a wonderful glimpse of Loch Lomond and decent to the finish. 43.49 4^th Vets

Leg 2 – pairs(13km 1096 climb). Katy Thompson & Barbara Savage starting with long gradual climb to checkpoint 1 and returning very steeply as checkpoint 5. Both ladies battled wind and rain on the tops moving us up to 3rd in 2.06

Leg 3 Nav leg. With a wealth of experience between them, Wendy Dodds & Kath Wallis set out. Described by locals as long and difficult, the fast men were taking 1hr 20mins! Wendy & Kath were still out on leg 3 a time after the mass start on leg 4, so I walked down the course with Katy to watch for them coming in hoping they may finish together with Anna, but she came flying by us and we continued watching the hillside for our navigation ladies. The rain stopped and midges came out. They finished the navigation leg 2^nd Vets in 3.06

Leg 4 solo (8.3km 653m climb) – A mass start was scheduled for 2.30 but at 2.15 they called runners to the line. Anna, (with a slight ankle injury she sustained whilst reccing Hodgson Relay) had to rush to kit check. This was an out and back route to Beinn Dubh, the first checkpoint on leg 2. Anna finishing 3^rd Vets team in 1.06.

The rules for this event requires experience and completion of an A category Fell race. With the distance to travel and a 10 am Saturday start gave a smaller pool of ladies to select from. We need more ladies racing on the fells to get the experience to compete at this level.’

A great day of racing and great results for the Mens and Ladies Vets alike! No reports back from the Ceilidh but that’s probably a good thing…

Full Results

Wendy Dodds and Kath Wallis setting off on the testing navigation leg. Pic: Kath Brady

Red Rose Cross Country League Round 1

A lovely warm and dry autumnal day greeted the runners at the first Red Rose Cross Country fixture at Leigh Sports Village. An already flat and fast course was made even faster by the hard, dry conditions, leading many to use trail or fell shoes and producing some close racing, particularly in the Juniors, right up to the finish.

The Tent! Pic: Jason Pier.

Juniors

U11 Boys

There were 6 Clayton boys in the U11 race with Dexta Thompson continuing in his winning ways with a clear run at the head of field. Finley Stubbs put in a great sprint finish to come in 9th, with Robbie Smedley backing them up to help the Boys take 1st place in the Team event. Matthew Jackson was close behind with Jenson Bentham and Joshua McKay rounding out a great team effort overall. The Boys are now leading both the Mid Lancs and Red Rose team events – a cracking start to the season.

Pos	Name	Time
1	Dexta Thompson	7:26
9	Finley Stubbs	8:04
12	Robbie Smedley	8:08
15	Matthew Jackson	8:10
26	Jenson Bentham	8:26
59	Joshua Mckay	9:20

Dexta Thompson flying into the finish in 1st place at Leigh Sports Centre. Pic: George S Davies

Dexta Thompson flying into the finish in 1st place at Leigh Sports Village. Pic: George S Davies

U11 Girls

Pos	Name	Time
5	Helena White	8:38
15	Summer Hargreaves	8:59
38	Kady Thompson	9:39
60	Rachel Stevenson	10:26
71	Ellisia Smedley	11:17
77	Emily Nicholls	12:17

Helena White continued her great form after time out with 5th place, whilst Summer Hargreaves also had a great run in 15th. Kady Thompson in 38th helped the girls to 5th Team overall. Well done to Rachel Stevenson, Ellisia Smedley and Emily Nicholls working hard in backing up the rest of the girls in the team.

U13 Boys

Pos	Name	Time
4	Jackson McKay	9:16
24	Lennon Jackson	10:31
35	William Nicholls	11:34

Jackson McKay put in his usual gritty effort for a great 4th place with Lennon Jackson and William Nicholls the other counters to take the Boys to 6th Team.

U13 Girls looking relaxed at the start line. Hopefully Beth hadn’t forgotten something important… Pic: Alan Dorrington

U13 Girls

Pos	Name	Time
10	Ella Dorrington	10:16
61	Keira Stevenson	12:23
65	Bethany Wheatcroft	12:38
68	Bronia Olszewska	12:57

Ella Dorrington led our U13 Girls home in 10th place overall, just behind a big group occupying 3rd to 9th place. Keira Stevenson and Bethany Wheatcroft (in only her second race) filled the team spots taking the Girls to10th Team with Bronia Olszweska completing the squad.

Ella Dorrington on her way to 10th place. Pic: Alan Dorrington

U15 Boys

Pos	Name	Time
14	Nicholas Henessey	14:51
19	Stanley Grewal	15:05
28	Jay Bowman	15:59
32	Adam Stevenson	16:25
39	Aaron Lundie	19:43

Our U15 Boys packed out the placings solidly, led home by Nicholas Hennessy in 14th and Stanley Grewal in 19th. Jay Bowman made up the 3rd counter for them to take 5th Team, coming home in 28th. Adam Stevenson and Aaron Lundie completed the squad.

Aaron, Adam and Jay before the start of the U15 Boys race. Pic: Deborah Stevenson

U15 Girls

Pos	Name	Time
3	Briony Holt	15:26
9	Millie Stubbs	16:27
23	Eleanor Root	17:50
27	Natasha Olszewska	18:16

The all-smiling U15 Girls team had a great day, led home by Briony Holt in 3rd place, Millie Stubbs in 9th, Eleanor Root in 23rd and Natasha Olszewska in 27th. Overall they took 3rd Team to build on their 1st Team place in the recent Mid Lancs fixture.

Our flying U15 Girls team. Pic: Thomas Root

U17 Men

Pos	Name	Time
10	Curtis Holt	21:26
13	Reece Lawrence	22:56
15	Simon Wilshaw	24:12

Just three U17 Men ran but Curtis Holt in 10th, Reece Lawrence in 13th and Simon Wilshaw in 15th still took 5th Team overall.

Men U20

Pos	Name	Time
4	Jordan McDonald	42:28

Clayton XC Dogs, little and large.

Senior Ladies Race

Pos	Name	Cat	Time
32	Elizabeth Mullan	L	24:12
62	Michelle Abbott	L35	26:23
94	Jane Hylands	L45	29:48
116	Deborah Greenwood	L45	32:19
131	Christine Leathley	L65	37:01

A Team – 13th (Elizabeth Mullan | Michelle Abbot | Jane Hylands)

Vets Team – 11th (Michelle Abbott | Jane Hylands | Deborah Greenwood)

Andy Quinn and Mick Hughes. Pic: George S Davies

Senior Men’s Race

Pos	Name	Cat	Time
45	Jordan McDonald	U20	42:28
50	Matthew Duckworth	M	42:46
73	Andrew Orr	V45	44:23
80	Gareth Berry	V40	44:54
81	Andrew Holt	V40	44:59
85	Alan Dorrington	V45	45:24
111	Alex Cran	V45	47:02
121	Mark Wightman	V55	47:38
128	John Wilcock	V50	48:00
154	Andy Quinn	V45	49:51
155	Jeffrey Pickup	V65	49:52
163	Mick Hughes	V40	50:41
183	James Hickie	V55	52:09
193	Peter Browning	V55	53:17
198	Martin Brady	V50	53:42
203	Craig Nicholls	V40	54:17
213	David Moynihan	V45	56:02
220	Christopher Lawrence	V50	56:41

229

Carl Carey

V45

58:01

Vets Team – 10th (Andrew Orr | Gareth Berry | Andrew Holt | Alan Dorrington)

Andrew Holt reports:

‘I arrived dreading today’s run if I’m honest, flat and fast, no mud/rain or wind. Having recce’d about an inch of the course I decided that spikes were too much but I hadn’t brought anything else so was kinda stuck with them. Got to the start line which I love ,the atmosphere and tension, and having watched everyone run away in a mad dash around the football field settled into a reasonable rhythm. Having passed Alan exiting the football field he sat on my shoulder(not that I realised until the start of the next lap) and we ran the pleasant route through the wood and around the golf course, slowly picking runners off along the way. (Strava later confirmed our lap splits had only 30seconds difference between them).

I felt strong after the first lap, started tiring on the second but had enough to hopefully to keep accelerating into the finish. For the second time this season I met Gareth Barry towards the end of the second lap,and he was able to run with us for some time increasing the cheers for Clayton and helping to keep my pace and intensity up. Not wanting the spectacle of a sprint finish between the three of us I opened up with maybe a mile to go,and judging from the shouts from people supporting think I was successful in creating a reasonable gap between myself and Gary and Alan. Entering the final straight,at more than full gas (Briony describes me as running like I need the toilet when I run like this) I saw Gareth screaming past me like I was treading water with Alan coming maybe 10-15 seconds later. I finished thinking what an enjoyable team run ,which was hopefully caught by someone with a camera. This bubble soon burst however when my children thanked the person who beat me and ridiculed me for a pathetic sprint!!’

As ever, a huge thanks on behalf of all the Clayton team to Jason Pier (TentMaster Extraordinaire) for getting things all set up and ship shape for racing.

Full Results

Round Rotherham 50

Martin Terry had a cracking run here to take 3rd overall in 07:43:56 in this 50 miler round, err, Rotherham on a fast flat course and with some of South Yorkshire’s ‘finest’ industrial areas on show.

Full Results

Sunday

Manchester Half Marathon

A huge field of 12000 runners took in this fast flat course through the Stretford and Trafford areas of Manchester, with plenty of entertainment and fancy dress on show. Jacob Watson and Richard Stevenson led the Clayton charge both posting superfast times. Great new PBs were also achieved for James Boult, Rob Morrison and Donna Airey. Well done all!

Richard reports:

We were greeted with typical Manchester weather this morning cold, wet and windy for a well organised race with a course that is perfect for any PB chasers, very flat and fast. Great to see so many familiar faces today at such a large race and very pleased with my time, a new PB.

Pos	Name	Cat	CatPos	Time
82	Jacob WATSON	SEN	35	01:17:33
116	Richard STEVENSON	V40	13	01:19:50
161	Jon CLEAVER	V35	36	01:21:58
667	James BOULT	SEN	295	01:33:07
669	Robert MORRISON	V40	90	01:33:09
985	Donna AIREY	LV35	17	01:36:49
1276	Colin WHITE	V40	183	01:39:16
1305	Amanda DUFFY	LV35	27	01:39:31
4768	Lisa ELLIS	LSEN	653	02:01:42

Full Results

Green Drive 5 mile

Another fast, flat PB inducing course, this event incorporated the Lancashire AA 5 mile Champs. A select group of experienced Clayton athletes were to the fore in their age categories, enjoying the autumnal colours and rural lanes near Lytham and Warton.

Pos	Name	Cat	CatPos	Time
20	Paul Brannon	M55	(002/015)	00:30:26
27	Kevin Davies	M50	(002/029)	00:30:50
75	Stephen Biscomb	M60	(004/016)	00:34:48
108	David Scott	M70	(001/007)	00:38:00
110	Brian Wildman	M50	(017/029)	00:38:12
223	Kevin O’Brien	M70	(004/007)	00:48:55

Full Results

Oldham ‘Milltown to Moors’ Half Marathon

One of the most grueling of races, this half marathon covers a 13.1 mile run through Oldham and its many miles of countryside, pushing challengers to their limits whilst offering some of the best scenery the borough has to offer.

With a very atmospheric start that includes a lap of the Oldham town Centre runners travel a hilly route that takes them to the lovely Saddleworth area of Oldham with spectacular views of the Saddleworth villages and the imposing moorland landscape of the Peak District National Park that lies beyond.

Martin Brady decided he hadn’t had enough racing this weekend and was up for more. He reports:

I entered the Oldham “Milltown To Moors” Half Marathon on the Sunday morning after having run a Parkrun and Leigh cross country the day before. I have a 10 mile trail race in Nottingham next weekend and I have been lacking any distance runs for a few months so I thought this would be a good test. This Half Marathon is claimed to be one of the toughest in the country with lots of long climbs and descents. It is tough but I think Hendon Brook is slightly harder (Lenches wins it for me with the Hendon Brook). I think I was the only Clayton runner at the event. The commentator said at both the start and finish “Here is the Clayton runner – they come down from altitude to do this you know!”. He must think Clayton-le-Moors is in the Himalayas. I did enjoy the race this time. I have done it several times during my running career, the first being in 2001 when there was the foot and mouth outbreak so there was no fell running – this was the nearest thing to a fell race I could find that year. I took it very steady at the start as it has 4 miles of climbing before the first long descent. This paid off as I started to pass quite a few runners later on. My finishing time was 1 hour 53 minutes 20 seconds which is about 25 minutes slower than 2001 but it was much more enjoyable. I think I might pencil this one in again for next year.

Results to follow

Four Lakeland Passes

Nick Olszewski and Adrienne Olszewska were the sole Clayton reps making the trip up the M6 for this event. Adrienne explains more:

‘Four Passes was originally put on by the warden of Borrowdale Youth Hostel and was run from there for many years. It fell into disuse until the LDWA took the route on as a challenge event, but it is no longer on their calendar and Ascend Events believe it is too good a route not to be used as an event.
There’s a choice of 2 start times so Nick and I opted for the earlier 8.30 slot with the walkers as he is still recovering from a recent operation on his toe and I’m a bit of a slow plodder. We thought it would make for a more enjoyable event if the pressure was off and we could just joggle along.
The course is a spectacular 19(ish) miles route taking in four of the Lake Districts most scenic valleys and their adjoining passes. It is a circular route which starts and finishes at Rosthwaite Village Hall in Borrowdale, at the southern end of Derwent Water.
The first pass takes you to Sty Head Tarn situated between the Scafell Massif and Great Gable before dropping to the beautiful but always dramatic Wasdale with Cumbria’s deepest lake. We set off nice and steady with a motley collection of fast and slow walkers and jogglers and trotters like ourselves. The first climb up to Sty Head tarn is nice and steady and we were blessed with good weather allowing us to drink in the spectacular views on the way down to Wasdale. A fairly good path meant we could trot all the way down to the checkpoint.
We were on familiar ground for the second pass which is Black Sail Pass & the third Scarth Gap, as this is part of the route of the Lakeland 100. It was the first time I’ve done it in daylight which didn’t make the slog up Black Sail and the horrid descent any easier really. But at least we got to enjoy the gorgeous views of Haystacks, Wainwrights resting place, on the way up Scarth Gap which is the easiest climb but with another tricky descent to Buttermere straight after.
From Buttermere, The fourth and final pass is an old miners’ path up and over to Honister Mines. It’s a long steady climb on a path made up of loose slate at times which passes an old miners building on the way to the top. When you reach the mines, it’s a good track all the way back down to Rosthwaite, a welcome relief after the previous two trickier descents. This one is much more runnable as you head to the finish.
This is a really excellent, low-key and friendly event that is aimed a wide range of abilities. You can tackle it like a fast fell race or amble round with the walkers. The choice and the challenge is yours to take. There are four checkpoints, two of them groaning with snacks and drinks. There is also a very good finisher’s meal with pudding! This was the first event organised by Ascend Events and I will definitely do another. In fact, I’ll probably head back to this one next year.’

Nick does his best 'Forced Perspective' aka Hagrid impression next to a deceptively diminutive Adrienne. Or is it real?

Nick does his best ‘Forced Perspective’ aka Hagrid impression next to a deceptively diminutive Adrienne. Or is it like that in reality?

Full Results

Parkrun Roundup

Burnley parkrun – A total of 281 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
5	Jonathan PYE	18:21	SM25-29
6	Laura HESKETH	18:29	SW30-34
17	Richard STEVENSON	20:05	VM40-44
20	Nick ROSCOE	20:34	VM45-49
38	Gordon BARRETT	22:07	VM50-54
52	Ian HARGREAVES	23:22	VM50-54	New PB!
56	Nina KEWIN	23:29	VW35-39
58	Colin WHITE	23:34	VM40-44
61	Robert MORRISON	23:39	VM40-44
64	Martin BRADY	23:45	VM50-54
69	Julie DAWES	23:59	VW45-49
71	Toby BIRTWISTLE	24:02	JM10
72	Daniel PLANT	24:04	SM30-34
78	Sophie ASHWORTH	24:26	JW11-14
85	Lisa JOHNSON	24:36	VW40-44	New PB!
92	John WILCOCK	24:52	VM50-54
94	Annabel WILCOCK	24:54	JW15-17
98	Jake ANFORTH	25:06	JM10
102	Andrew TAYLOR	25:32	VM55-59
111	Andy QUINN	25:45	VM45-49
133	Bianca BENNETT	26:41	SW25-29
160	Robert HIRST	28:12	VM65-69
161	Jack MCGUIRE	28:18	VM60-64	New PB!
181	Ron CHAPPELL	28:49	VM65-69
233	Stuart BARKER	31:38	VM50-54

Pendle parkrun – A total of 83 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
3	Paul BRANNON	20:04	VM55-59
4	John HARTLEY	20:14	VM55-59
12	Richard BRISCOE	22:09	VM35-39
60	Harry WALKER	34:22	VM65-69

Fell Foot parkrun, Newby Bridge – A total of 246 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat
149	Eileen JONES	29:06	VW60-64

Lytham Hall parkrun – A total of 183 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat
156	Philip NAYLOR	35:22	VM35-39

ByAdrienne Olszewska

Searching high and low

Even on a quiet week there is still plenty of action to report. Our junior runners are busy taking part in triathlons, representing their schools in cross country and testing their navigational skills in orienteering events. What a talented bunch they are! The seniors have been finishing off the season in the FRA champs in Langdale and the BOFRA race at Wasdale as well as half marathons, local fell races, orienteering and road races.

North West Junior Triathlon Series

Congratulations to Ellie Root and Helana White. Ellie came 4th overall in the Youth Girls category and Helana came 4th in the T1 girls category.

Ellie Root at the NW Junior Trialthlon Series

Final Standings

WEDNESDAY 5 OCTOBER

ENGLISH SCHOOLS CROSS COUNTRY CUP

Well done to junior runners Bronia and Natasha Olszewska who took part in the ESAA Cross Country Cup completion running for their school, Queen Elizabeth’s Grammar School, Blackburn. Natasha was the first counter for her team (Inter Girls)and they finished in 3^rd place overall in the Lancashire competition. Bronia was second counter in her team (Junior Girls) and their team also finished in 3^rd place in the Lancashire competition.

Results

SATURDAY 8 OCTOBER

LANGDALE HORSESHOE

14 Clayton-le-Moors Harriers took part in this classic Lakeland Fell race that is the final race in the 2016 FRA English Championship. Ryan Belshaw was our first finisher in 91^st place overall and with a time of 02:38:47. Wendy Dodds was our sole lady runner. She finished in 275^th place overall and 1^st FV65. There were 380 finishers in this year’s race.

Ryan Belshaw at the Langdale Horseshoe. Photo by Sam Watson

Report from Andrew Armstrong – Lessons learnt in Langdale

Lesson 1 – You can race with a cold (but don’t expect to be any good).

I’d had a cold for over a week, I’d slogged round a cyclocross course with it and I knew that attempting a tough Lakeland fell race was, at best, unwise. However, as a famous Scot once said, “I’d paid for the tickets” so Saturday morning found me cadging a lift off fellow Clayton runners and arriving to perfect running weather in the Langdale valley. I kept my cold to myself to avoid accusations of getting my excuses in beforehand!

The start is typical of fell races; narrow tracks with lots of jostling, eventually leading to a prolonged slog up to the first real peak of the day at Thunacarr Knott. The pre-race briefing had advised us that the marshalls would be ‘up against it’ at this checkpoint and we were requested not to shout numbers or even to say thank you. As it happens the checkpoint was fairly calm; they must have thought we were a right miserable bunch!

Lesson 2 – You can’t follow someone if they’re behind you.

Discussion in the car was mostly about the best lines off different peaks and I’d made copious mental notes. Visibility was pretty good so I was happy to navigate round most of the course but was keen to follow either Mark Nutter or Jon Sharples at the ‘Bad Step’, a notorious bottleneck on Crinkle Crags. I’d passed Mark just after Ore Gap but resolved to latch onto and follow Jon’s unusual route choice towards the next checkpoint at Long Top. I lost faith when we seemed to be moving too far away from the pack; more fool me as I finally arrived at the checkpoint to see Jon disappearing into the distance! A big queue at the bad step saw Mark catch me up, we navigated an alternative route fairly quickly but Jon was long gone.

Lesson 3 – You can always find yourself alone in a fell race.

Around 400 runners started this relatively short (12 mile) fell race in good clear weather yet I still found myself alone coming off the final peak, Pike O’Blisco. Reluctant to get the map out, I did some hasty dead reckoning by the sun and managed to recover a poor exit line from the Pike to slot into the final descent. A fast and furious charge into the finish past bemused walkers (always good value) saw me finish in just over 3 hours.

Lesson 4 – The best races finish at a pub.

Langdale had a new organiser this year and Dan Duxbury was keen to thank everyone at Ambleside AC whose commitment had made the race possible. To para-phrase Dan; In an era where new trail races/challenges are popping up every week some costing £50, £60 even £80, to be able to put on a race of this calibre for only £10 (including a free pasty at the end!) is a testament to that commitment. Standing in the sun, outside a Lakeland pub, with a pint in one hand and a pasty in the other it was hard to disagree.

Pos	Name	Category	Time
91	Ryan Belshaw	M	02:38:47
109	Andrew Orr	MV45	02:42:18
167	Andrew Mcfarlane	MV45	02:56:29
168	Neil Hardiman	MV45	02:56:35
184	Ivan Whigham	MV50	02:59:38
190	Jon Sharples	MV60	03:02:07
209	Andrew Armstrong	MV45	03:06:33
216	Geoff Gough	MV55	03:07:29
220	Ralph Baines	MV45	03:08:17
237	Richard Bellaries	MV60	03:12:05
239	Mark Nutter	MV50	03:13:27
256	Andrew Firth	MV55	03:17:15
257	Chris Whiteoak	M	03:17:33
275	Wendy Dodds	FV65	03:23:41

Full Results

WASDALE SHOW

Report from Stephen Fish

Two Clayton runners, Richard Briscoe and myself, made the long trip to compete in the Wasdale Show Fell Race, which can only be described as a beast. It was perfect for the final race of the 2016 BOFRA season, with a warm, fine, bright autumn day and good underfoot conditions.

Stephen Fish at the Wasdale Shoe Fell Race. Photo by Stephen White of Granddayout Photography

The event starts easily enough in the flat field next to the show ground. However, once runners have climbed the stile over the wall and out of the field, the relentless and steep climb up Kirk Fell begins. After first negotiating a rocky track, before reaching the fell base, the runners now have a grassy ascent that only seems to get steeper the further up one progresses. Ever upwards to where the terrain now changes to become loose scree until the first false summit, where it becomes rocky and remains like this until the actual summit is reached. The top is 2,631 feet above the start line, which is rather reassuringly marked by a Wasdale Mountain Rescue volunteer. If the ascent wasn’t hard enough, the very tricky descent, through the loose scree begins, not before some stunning views of Western Cumbria, Great Gable and Scafell Pike were to be enjoyed. The race returns via the outward route to the finish funnel, where any attempt of a sprint finish, after the jump off the steep stile, is thwarted by jelly legs and wrecked thighs.

This has got to be the best and toughest race in the excellent BOFRA calendar, a 2.4 mile race, with 2400 feet of ascent, that I couldn’t believe left me so ‘wiped out’ at the finish and for the rest of the day….It was a long drive home. One for the diary next year though.

Report from Richard Briscoe

The Wasdale Show is a classic fell route and a brilliant country show. I had to do it to get the 8 races in to qualify for the BOFRA season. The race is a tough one straight up Kirk Fell, a 4 mile race with 2500 feet of climbing. I did well on the climb dodging the rocks from other runners. Got to the summit and the views were amazing all over the Wasdale area. On the way down was interesting, full of boulders and a scree, and the last section was a grassy slope which was hard to keep on the feet.

Richard Briscoe flying down at the Wasdale Show fell race. Photo by Stephen White of Granddayout Phototography

At the end was a good day and it was great to catch up with friends who do the race every year. The end of the day finished at the Strands Pub, an annual folk event.

Pos	Name	Cat	Time
37	Richard Briscoe	M	00:57:11
54	Stephen Fish	MV60	01:11:10

Full Results

SUNDAY 9 OCTOBER

GIN PIT 5

Kevin O’Brien was our sole competitor at this 5 mile trail race organised by Astley &Tyldesley Road Runners.

Pos	Name	Cat	Time
205	Kevin O’Brien	M70	00:51:43

Full Results

PENDLE FOREST ORIENTEERS – NICK ‘O PENDLE

Some fabulous weather on the day (and fairly accurately predicted for once!) brought a bumper turn out for this orienteering event organised by Pendle Forest Orienteers. Set in the Nick ‘O Pendle area was always going to be a popular area with some of our navigating runners.

Mark Nutter and Mike Wallis took on the Brown level course which was the most demanding technically and, assuming no major mistakes, around 7km with 370m of climb. Mark finished in 18^th place with an overall finish time of 91:35. Mike Wallis was 19^th with an overall time of 96:22

Katy Thompson took on the Blue course, which is approximately 6km with 320m of climb, finishing in 15^th place with an overall time of 94:04

Colin Woolford was 3^rd on the Light Green course, approximately 3.5km with 130m of climb, with an overall time of 46:05.

Report from Colin Woolford

Sunday’s PFO event on the Nick O Pendle was a tough call between that and the Withins Skyline race over in Haworth but having enjoyed a glass or few on Saturday after some epic chores I decided the more local Orienteering event would be a good trot out for 45-60 minutes. My plan was to arrive early, do the “short blue” – which in technical difficulty terms was at the highest end, but with less climb/distance and be back in time for an early lunch before the Withins Skyline runners had even crossed the start line. Well that was the plan.

Unfortunately the chores spilled in to Sunday morning so I arrived later than anticipated and due to unprecedented demand, the PFO team had begun to call time on several courses as they had run out of maps! (an important tool in orienteering!) So my choice was either the full on Brown course (7km, 350m climb and top level difficulty) meaning for me a good 90+minutes or the Light Green course (3.5km and a civilised 130m climb) or the really easy stuff. Orienteering has five levels of Technical Difficulty – referring to the navigation skills required factored in with distance/climb 5 being toughest, 1 being simplest. I had wanted a TD5 short blue, but settled for the TD4 Light Green, which in the perfect running conditions on Pendle that day was a good call. I came a comfortable third in the end from 17 and had I not made an error right at the start reckoned I could have got 2nd. Note to self – warm up brain as well as legs before next orienteering event!

Several Clayton noted on the results

Report from Adrienne Olszewska

Hot on the heels of a challenging 20 mile challenge, our magnificent seven junior runners decided to try their hands at orienteering. Aaron Lundie, Lucy Stevenson, Adam Stevenson, Keira Stevenson, Rachel Stevenson, Natasha Olszewska and Bronia Olszewska started with the Yellow course.

Show us your dibbers! The Juniors at the finish of the Yellow course. Photo by Deborah Stevenson

This is the easiest course and is around 2.1km with 85m of climb. The terrain was no problem to the group and they flew round in just over half an hour. Always up for a challenge, they took on the orange course as well. This was a more demanding course of around 2.8km and 115m of climb.

Another control found. Keira Stevenson dibs in.

Splitting into two groups, the older runners completed the course in around 75 minutes with the younger group following about 5 minutes later. A fantastic effort from a group of youngsters who remained cheerful and enthusiastic despite getting lost and struggling to find the second checkpoint for quite a while!

Coaches Richard Stevenson and Nicholas Olszewski consult the map to try and work out where on earth they are!

They were accompanied by Adrienne Olszewska, Richard Stevenson, Deborah Stevenson and, unofficially, Nicholas Olszewski who may have lent a hand with some of the navigation.

Full Results

WEST COAST HALF MARATHON

Report from Adam Stephenson

Myself and my partner in crime, Elizabeth Mullan, set off over to Lytham for the West Coast Half Marathon on a beautiful Autumn morning. An early start as it was a point to point event with a bus service included as part of entry fee.

Adam Stephenson and Elizabeth Mullan at the West Coast Half Marathon

It was only my second attempt at this distance having done the Darwen Heritage earlier in the year but I was very confident of bettering my time of 1 hour 55 minutes. Liz was too as her PB over 13 miles stood at somewhere around 1 hour 47 minutes again from Darwen…

Although the race was described as “flat”, which it mainly was, there was definitely some uphill involved, even though they might have been minimal my legs were definitely feeling it as I got towards the seven or eight mile mark, when I lost sight of Liz as we approached the promenade…

She battled past a couple of ladies to earn an impressive third in under 1 hour 39 minutes whilst my tired legs carried me to a 1:42:06.

Quite happy and I would definitely give it another go next year. Overall well organised and well marshalled for the majority with plenty of support and encouragement along the way

Pos	Name	Cat	Time
34	Elizabeth Mullan	L	1:38:58.45
45	Adam Stephenson	M	1:42:06.52
51	Geoff Smith	MV40	1:43:49.80

Full Results

WITHINS SKYLINE

Report from Sarah Helliwell

It was the first time I’ve ever raced over “Haworth” way and I will definitely be back to do some more over there over the winter. It was a lovely sunny day with a slight cool breeze as nearly 300 runners huddled together in the famous “quarry”. There was a brief joke that we shouldn’t get lost as long as we could keep up with Tom Adams – he broke the course record and the next runners were 4 minutes behind him!

It was a fast start out of the quarry as we headed down the track towards the road with about 4 different routes being taken, before we hit a track that led onto the moors. Once on the moor it was hard to pass anyone and vice versa as a long line streamed out in front of me up the hillside. The steeper the climb, the muddier it got and the more I enjoyed it, as I slowly got into a rhythm and passed a number of runners. Once on top myself and a another female runner started picking a route through the mud, ruts and heather, which liked to take your ankles out. We then hit the flag stones as we started a fast descent that eventually crossed a slippery stone bridge before climbing back up onto a track and back to the finish. It was here I started to tire (unfortunately I lost touch with the female runner I’d run with – she beat me by 14 seconds) and I knew it would feel a long mile and half climb back up to the finish. As I came in to the finish I got a high five from Eva and a “mamma” shout from Ralph…

It is a great route to definitely give the legs a good muddy, boggy workout on the first half before a fast return.

Well done to all Clayton runners who ran.

Pos	Name	Cat	Time
11	Tim Edward	MV50	46:17
12	Peter Coates	MV40	46:40
33	Paul Hesketh	MV50	49:48
84	Paul Brannon	MV50	54:45
127	Jeffrey Pickup	MV60	58:08
137	Jean Brown	FV40	58:54
219	Sarah Helliwell	F	66:57
265	Michael Frost	MV60	75:50
278	Robert Hirst	MV60	80:17

Full Results

WITHINS JUNIOR CURLY WURLY RAT RUN

Report from Alan Dorrington

Organised by the indomitable Woodentops over at Penistone Country Park, the Curly Wurly Rat Runs are the kids’ version of the popular end of season Withins Skyline race. Looping in and out of the familiar quarry, with added Halloween fancy dress options and lots of chocolate flying around, this event is a lovely low key finish to what can be a busy fell season for our juniors.

The under 8s were off first, with Felix Thompson enjoying a headlong rush up and out of the quarry, rapidly followed by a steep greasy descent back into it, only for another steep climb back out and up to the finish. Felix stayed upright on the descent, which produced a few comedy faceplants, but no injuries and came home in 16th, being rewarded later with extra chocolate for his fancy dress outfit.

Chris Brown at the Withins Curly Wurly Run. Photo by Alan Dorrington

Hot on the heels of the under 8s, 150 runners from all the other age groups started with the same mad dash to the single track climb out of the quarry, heading off for a fast narrow track across the moor before the rollercoaster drop and climb from the quarry to finish. U10s, 12s and 14s did one lap with only the U16s doing a second round. It all made for fast, chaotic racing but out of the melee, Dexta Thompson found some clear space in front and headed off in his usual determined fashion for 6th place overall and 3rd U12B. He was chased by Christopher Brown in 20th, Ella Dorrington in 32nd, Helena White in 64th, Alfie White in 109th and Kady Thompson in 120th. It was great to see Helena back racing after her impromptu surgery.

Ella Dorrington at the Withins Curly Wurly run. Photo by Alan Dorrington

Notwithstanding the fact that finishers got a stacked goody bag with chocolate and sweets, many waited till the chocolatey prize giving for the infamous ‘chocolate throw’, a sure-fire winner amongst the kids and adults alike.

U8 Race

Pos	Name	Time
16	Felix Thompson	3:23

Main Junior Race

Pos	Name	Cat	Time
6	Dexta Thompson	U12B	6:34
20	Christopher Brown	U12B	7:20
32	Ella Dorrington	U12G	7:38
64	Helana White	U10G	8:21
109	Alfie White	U14B	9:59
120	Kady Thompson	U10G	10:17

Parkrun roundup

Burnley parkrun – A total of 325 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
6	Richard STEVENSON	17:55	VM40-44	New PB!
9	Jonathan PYE	18:18	SM25-29
10	Chris SNELL	18:23	VM35-39
18	Nicholas HENNESSEY	19:20	JM11-14
19	Matthew DUCKWORTH	19:21	SM25-29
22	Dave MOTLEY	19:43	VM35-39
23	Reece Adam LAWRENCE	20:00	JM15-17
28	Mark WIGHTMAN	20:49	VM55-59
30	Daniel PLANT	21:08	SM30-34
33	Simon WILSHAW	21:28	JM15-17
48	Matthew JACKSON	22:06	JM10
57	Colin WHITE	22:35	VM40-44
66	Sophie ASHWORTH	22:55	JW11-14
73	Michelle ABBOTT	23:04	VW35-39	New PB!
74	Martin BRADY	23:08	VM50-54
76	David Ian SCOTT	23:22	VM70-74
81	Nina KEWIN	23:28	VW35-39
83	Aaron LUNDIE	23:29	JM11-14	New PB!
87	Robbie SMEDLEY	23:38	JM10
88	Cassandra Darling SMEDLEY	23:38	VW35-39
89	Carl CAREY	23:40	VM45-49
96	Bethany WHEATCROFT	23:51	JW11-14	New PB!
103	Julie DAWES	24:23	VW45-49
105	Toby BIRTWISTLE	24:26	JM10
108	Chris LAWRENCE	24:36	VM50-54
109	Donna SCOTT	24:40	VW50-54
119	Lisa JOHNSON	25:03	VW40-44
132	Annabel WILCOCK	25:39	JW15-17
133	John WILCOCK	25:40	VM50-54
145	Bianca BENNETT	26:09	SW25-29
179	Helen HARRISON	27:34	VW45-49
192	Justin BIRTWISTLE	28:17	VM40-44
197	Deborah GREENWOOD	28:21	VW45-49
205	Ron CHAPPELL	28:40	VM65-69
215	Robert HIRST	29:14	VM65-69
260	Judith CAREY	32:01	VW35-39

Chadderton Hall parkrun – A total of 42 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
15	Ian HARGREAVES	25:52	VM50-54	First Timer!

Cuerden Valley parkrun – A total of 144 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
13	Alan LIFE	22:21	VM50-54	First Timer!

Dewsbury parkrun – A total of 129 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
111	Robin PRICE	36:06	VM70-74

Marple parkrun – A total of 199 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
177	Ron HILL	33:50	VM75-79

Pendle parkrun – A total of 97 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
6	Paul BRANNON	20:30	VM55-59
7	John HARTLEY	20:42	VM55-59
71	Christine Jennifer EGERTON	32:09	VW65-69
76	Christine LEATHLEY	34:36	VW65-69

Skipton parkrun – A total of 141 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
78	Yvonne WICKHAM	27:32	VW50-54

Witton parkrun – A total of 88 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
88	Julia RUSHTON	49:55	VW50-54

ByAdrienne Olszewska

Mud, Mountains and Marathons

Summer has gone and autumn is here once again and with it the start of the cross country season. You’ve been out in force at Astley Park in Chorley with some fabulous results. We fielded 4 teams in the Hodgson Mountain Relays in the Lake District showing that our fell running heart is beating as strongly as ever. You’ve also been running in marathons, 10Ks and on challenging trails.

LAKELAND TRAILS – CONISTON

15K TRAIL RACE

Report from Darren Rushton

Had a crack at the Lakeland Trails race at Coniston fantastic route with mixed abilities some quick lads recommend anyone to have a go its not major fell running but all on runnable trails with fantastic scenery saw another clayton lady 191 ran I finished 67th a lovely day out.

Pos	Name	Cat	Time
67	Darren Rushton	MV40	1:21:19

15K TRAIL CHALLENGE

Report from Jane Hylands

A perfect running day in the Lake District for the 10k and 15k events with dry weather and some sunshine. The 15k was split into 2 events with the challenge starting off earlier with a 3 hour cut off and the race starting an hour later with a 2 hour cut off.

Jane Hylands at the Lakeland Trails 15KM Trail Challenge at Coniston

I found it a tough event with 1386ft of climb and it was a longer trail race than I’ve done before so quite challenging. The majority of the climb was within the first 5k followed by about 5k downhill and then the last 5k along grass and mud along the lake. Finishing with a paddle through a cold deep river to wake you up! A really enjoyable event with some amazing views and waterfalls but if you fancy it you’ll have to wait until 2018 as it’s not on next year or alternatively try one of the other Lakeland trails. There was also the added bonus of a bar at the finish line!

Jane Hyland at the Lakeland Trails Coniston Trail Challenge. Photo by Lakeland Trails

Pos	Name	Cat	Time
236	Jane Hylands	LV40	01:48:16

Full Results

MID LANCS CROSS COUNTRY LEAGUE – ASTLEY PARK

Bring it on! It’s Autumn, the leaves are changing colour, the temperature is starting to drop and the mud is getting muddier. Team Clayton was ready to rumble and made a great start in this year’s Mid Lancashire Cross Country League with some great results across the board.U11 Boys, U15 Girls and Senior Men all doing extremely well in this first fixture. It’s looking like it might just turn into another triumphant season for Clayton.

A special mention is needed for our super organised Cross Country Manager, Jason Pier, who makes everything run like clockwork – he has the tent up and waiting for the Clayton family, the numbers ordered and ready to go and words of encouragement for everyone – he even races too! A real superstar.

The team tent ready and waiting. The first one there.

JUNIOR RACES

As a new cross country season begins, our junior runners are keen to build upon and continue the success they enjoyed last year. However, many of them have shifted to different age groups which can alter the dynamics of the team competition. As it turns out, this year this is no bad thing and we were able to field teams across the majority of the age categories only really struggling with numbers in the older teen age categories.

Clayton Juniors ready to race at Astley Park. Photo by David Belshaw

U11 GIRLS

Summer Hargreaves was our first finisher in the U11 girls’ race and raced hard to finish in 19^th place. Team mates Rachel Stevenson (61^st) and Ellisia Smedley (73^rd) both ran well to put their team in 9^th place. A great start to the season for the U11 Girls with all of them counters for their team.

Summer Hargreaves at the Mid Lancs XC. Photo by David Belshaw

Pos	Name	Time
19	Summer Hargreaves	7:09
61	Rachel Stevenson	8:18
73	Ellisia Smedley	9:01

U11 BOYS

There were 7 Clayton runners in the U11 Boys’ race. Dexta Thompson was our first finisher and overall winner of the race. Jenson Bentham, Robbie Smedley and Finley Stubbs all had great runs finishing in the top ten. Matthew Jackson, Thomas Ashworth and Finan Holdsworth completed the squad with some real racing effort thrown in. A comfortable 1^st place for our U11 Boys promises another great cross country season to come from this strong group of Clayton boys.

Joshua McKay racing hard at Astley Park. Photo by David Belshaw

Pos	Name	Time
1	Dexta Thompson	5:54
6	Jenson Bentham	6:26
9	Robbie Smedley	6:39
10	Finley Stubbs	6:39
31	Matthew Jackson	7:01
37	Thomas Ashworth	7:12
68	Finan Holdsworth	8:16

U13 GIRLS

There were 6 Clayton girls in the U13 girls’ race. Ella Dorrington appears to be missing from the results so the team position is currently 9^th place but this could change once she has been added back in as it’s estimated she was around 13^th place overall.

The U13 girls get off to a great start at Astley Park. Photo by David Belshaw

There were plenty of strong performances from this team with a welcome return for Roanna who had a great run and was a counter for the team.

Even with the missing results this is a great start for our U13 girls.

Pos	Name	Time
??	Ella Dorrington	??
19	Sophie Ashworth	11:26
41	Roanna Holdsworth	12:39
43	Keira Stevenson	12:42
53	Bethany Wheatcroft	13:07
66	Bronia Olszewska	14:38

U13 BOYS

There were four boys in the U13 squad. Jackson McKay was our first finisher in 5^th place overall. Lennon Jackson was next in 37^th place and third counter for the team was Christopher Brown still managing 57^th despite a nasty fall on the course. William Nicholls was 59^th.

Jackson McKay racing hard at Astley Park. Photo by David Belshaw

Pos	Name	Time
5	Jackson McKay	11:39
37	Lennon Jackson	13:57
57	Christopher Brown	14:43
59	William Nicholls	14:46

U15 GIRLS

After a bit of a sparse team last year, we are back on form with a number of our girls moving up an age category this year.

Briony Holt was our first girl and 2^nd overall with Millie Stubbs in 6^th place. Natasha Olszewska had a great run to finish in 14^th place and Claudia Bentham didn’t let a fall stop her from carrying on to finish in 27^th place.

Our girls took a comfortable 1^st place position for what promises to be a successful team in the U15 girls.

U15 Girls at the start line with the U13 Boys. Photo by David Belshaw

Pos	Name	Time
2	Briony Holt	12:24
6	Millie Stubbs	13:07
14	Natasha Olszewska	14:33
27	Claudia Bentham	15:43

U15 BOYS

Again, after a sparse year in this age group last time, we fielded 5 runners in this race. Nick Hennessey was our first finisher with Stanley Grewel and Jay Bowman taking the team to 7^th place. Adam Stevenson and Aaron Lundie completed the squad.

Nick Hennessey in the U15 Boys’ race. Photo by David Belshaw

Pos	Name	Time
22	Nick Hennessey	16:32
27	Stanley Grewel	17:12
32	Jay Bowman	17:57
39	Adam Stevenson	19:23
44	Aaron Lundie	22:59

U17 WOMEN

Lucy Stevenson was our sole runner in this category. She finished in 12^th place.

U17 MEN

Reece Lawrence was our sole runner in this category. He finished in 18^th place.

SENIOR RACES

Another season begins and our senior runners are ready to rumble. There was a good turnout of runners and a few newbies in the mix.

SENIOR LADIES RACE

There were 17 Clayton ladies in the senior race. Donna Airey was our first lady in 29^th place overall with Elizabeth Mullan not too far behind in 33^rd. Irene Roche completed our 11^th place ladies team also taking 1^st L55 in the race. Cross country newbie Michelle Abbot enjoyed the race and was glad she had decided to get some spikes which she swears saved her from faceplanting in the muddy puddle.

Clayton Ladies ready to rumble! At Astley Park. Photo by Tina Holt

Our ‘A’ Team were 11^th (D Airey | E Mullan | I Roche )

Our ‘B’ team were 20^th (M Abbott | J Bennett | C Darling-Smedley )

Over 35 Team were 4^th (D Airey | I Roche | M Abbott)

Over 45 Team were 4^th (I Roche | J Bennett | J Rushton)

Over 55 Team were 1^st (I Roche | S Allen | C Leathley)

Irene Roche with Michelle Abbot not far behind. Photo by David Belshaw

Pos	Name	Cat	Time
29	Donna Airey	L35	29:23
33	Elizabeth Mullan	L	30:07
55	Irene Roche	L55 (1^st)	31:39
57	Michelle Abbott	L35	31:46
64	Joanne Bennett	L45	32:18
65	Cassie Darling-Smedley	L35	32:23
71	Julia Rushton	L45	33:02
78	Nina Kewin	L35	33:49
88	Sarah Helliwell	L35	34:29
94	Janine Pollard	L45	35:04
110	Rachel Todd	L35	36:29
129	Adrienne Olszewska	L45	38:37
136	Yvonne Wickham	L45	39:21
138	Deborah Greenwood	L45	39:31
145	Jane Pier	L45	40:18
156	Susan Allen	L55	42:21
173	Christine Leathley	L65	47:18

MEN U20

Jordan McDonald was 3^rd U20 in the race.

SENIOR MENS’ RACE

We had 31 runners in the senior mens’ race. Unfortunately, Danny Collinge was forced to retire due to illness and we were missing Chris Holdsworth as well. This meant that, as well as 3^rd in the U20 category, Jordan McDonald was our first Clayton finisher in the senior men’s’ race in 29^th place overall. David Scott was 1^st V70. There were 232 runners in this race. Our ‘A’ team was still 3^rd even with a few of our fast lads missing from this race. A very promising start for our men.

Clayton Men at Astley Park. Photo by David Belshaw

Vet 40 Team 3^rd ( A Stubbs | R Stevenson | B Holdsworth | D Horrocks)

Vet 50 Team 3^rd (D Horrocks | A Life | J Wilcock)

Breton outdoing the autumn foliage for colour at Astley Park. Photo by David Belshaw

Pos	Name	Cat	Time
29	Jordan McDonald	U20	39:53
33	Andy Stubbs	V40	40:11
36	Lee Smith	M	40:20
41	Richard Stevenson	V40	40:51
46	Jacob Watson	M	41:19
48	Chris Snell	M	41:25
52	Breton Holdsworth	V40	42:06
56	David Horrocks	V50	42:28
74	Andrew Holt	V40	43:42
88	Gareth Berry	V40	44:34
91	Andrew Orr	V40	44:56
98	Alan Life	V50	45:31
109	John Wilcock	V50	45:31
115	Andrew Payne	M	46:30
117	Brian Horrocks	V50	46:32
118	Alan Dorrington	V40	46:34
121	John Roche	V50	46:39
148	Nick Roscoe	V40	48:19
158	Andy Quinn	V40	48:50
162	Mark Wightman	V50	49:05
178	James Hickie	V50	50:15
198	Jason Pier	V40	51:30
208	Mick Hughes	V40	52:19
215	Matthew Duckworth	M	53:01
223	Peter Browning	M50	54:29
229	Geoff Smith	V40	54:53
230	Craig Nicholls	V40	54:56
235	David Scott	V70 (1^st)	55:24
236	David Moynihan	V40	55:49
241	Ian Hargreaves	V50	56:32

Full Results

SUNDAY 2 OCTOBER

BURNLEY FIRE 10K

Fourteen Clayton Harriers took to familiar ground on this year’s Burnley Fire 10K road race. The route starts and finishes at Burnley Fire station, climbs up and around Towneley Park and, after a bit of respite as you descend on the road to Cliviger, takes in the beast of a climb that is Mount Lane before a fast downhill gallop back to the Fire Station. 216 runners took part.

Jacob Watson at the Burnley Fire 10K. Photo by David Belshaw

Jacob Watson was our first finisher and 3^rd overall in the race with a time of 37:12. He was swiftly followed by Jonathan Pye in 6^th and Matthew Duckworth in 10^th. Terry O’Leary joined them in the top twenty finisher in 13^th place. Donna Airey was the first Clayton Lady finisher in 35^th place overall and 3^rd female in the race. Michelle Abbot was 77^th and 1^st F35.

Donna Airey at the Burnley Fire 10K. Photo by David Belshaw

Report from Deborah Greenwood

A beautiful sunny October morning at this very friendly, well marshalled race. It’s my third year in a row of running this race and I am progressively getting slower! In 2015 I had a time of 57:04 on Sunday I only managed 1:00.32! Yes .32 seconds over the hour, I was gutted.

Donna Airey smashed it, coming in 3rd lady overall with an amazing time of 44.56. A stunning performance after being our first lady at Cross country the day before. Jacob Watson also came in 3rd male overall with a brilliant time of 37:12, with the overall winner being a Blackburn Harriers runner. Exactly 200 runners finished the race and swelled the coffers of the Pendleside hospice and Firefighter funds.

Mount lane proved as challenging as ever, lots of people around me walked this part of the course, I of course ran every step as this is how we have been trained. A lovely resident half way up the hill had set up a water station to revive those that needed. The fires crews and marshals’ were brilliant, shouting and cheering everyone on.

I must do better next time!

Pos	Name	Category	Time
3	Jacob Watson	M	37:12.4
6	Jonathan Pye	M	38:29.0
10	Matthew Duckworth	M	39:19.1
13	Terry O’Leary	M	40:21.9
35	Robert Morrison	M40	44:48.1
37	Donna Airey	F35	44:56.4
44	Colin White	M40	45:45.9
48	Stuart Proctor	M	46:02.5
55	Andrew Webster	M45	47:06.1
77	Michelle Abbott	F35	49:13.8
139	Hayley Copeman	F45	57:07.8
141	Helen Harrison	F45	27:10.4
142	Robert Hirst	M65	58:27.8
156	Deborah Greenwood	F45	1:00:32.6

Full Results

BURNLEY FIRE FUN RUN

Well done to all of our junior runners that took part in this fun run. Results are not available but Nick Hennessey was the overall winner with Helana White taking first girl which is fantastic considering she was in hospital with appendicitis only a couple of weeks ago.

Clayton Juniors racing ahead at the Burnley Fire fun run.

CHESTER MARATHON

Daniel Plant was our sole representative at the Chester Marathon. He finished in 303^rd place with a time of 03:22:22.

Report from Dan Plant

Arrived at Chester and conditions were perfect. We went and registered Tracy and the kids for the mini marathon then the Chester town crier got us under way. The plan was to stick with the 3:15 pacer but I got a bit carried away so pulled away

Clayton Junior, Charlie Plant (R)at the Chester Mini Marathon

Once you leave the city centre, it’s a very scenic route with the occasional up and down. At 19ish miles I hit the good old wall but by 24 I was moving well again just on time for the main Hill of the route. I did manage a strong finish marathon number 4 of the year and the quickest can’t believe I’ve got to wait till April for another… what will I do with my Sunday mornings!

Dan Plant ready to go at the Chester Marathon

Full Results

GLENCOE MARATHON

This off-road marathon is an epic trail run that ascends a total of 1,608 metres through the heart of Glencoe and into the foothills of Ben Nevis. The route snakes through the pass of Glencoe, surrounded by the towering remains of this ancient super volcano, before climbing 500 metres up the fearsome Devil’s Staircase. From the eastern edge of the Aonach Eagach Ridge you look straight onto the mighty Buachaille Etive Mor (the great herdsman) before dropping back to sea level at Kinlochleven where the Mamores Half Marathon starts. Climbing up through the Mamores the route undulates until the descent into Glen Nevis and the base of the mighty Ben Nevis, the UK’s highest peak.

Congratulations to Avril Duckworth who took part and finished in 56th place overall. She was the 6th lady finisher and 1st Vet 50 lady in a time of 4 hours and 29 minutes.

Full Results

HODGSON BROTHERS’ MOUNTAIN RELAY

The ‘Hodgson Brothers Mountain Relay’ is a fell running relay race that started life as the ‘Ian Hodgson Mountain Relay’. It is set in the heart of the Lake District Fells, takes place every year on the first Sunday in October, and is competed by teams from across the country, but mainly the North of England. It is the longest-running mountain relay in the country.

Dave Motley and David Walker on leg 2 of the Hodgson Brothers Mountain Relay. Photo by Steve Razzetti

The race is a tough one, with 4 legs each throwing up their separate challenges, including hard climbs and steep descents on difficult terrain. The route requires careful navigation, especially in bad weather. Each leg is run in pairs (so 8 runners per team) and teams compete for a number of prizes across different categories including Open, Ladies, Mixed and Vets teams.

We were one of the few clubs to field 4 teams in this event.

Men’s Team Report from Captain Ryan Wilkinson

My Sunday morning started @ 5:30am as I may have been a little excited because this is one of the best days out of the year…

After a bit of a shuffle around with the team over the weekend we were ready to go. First up was Jonny & the super sub Bretton who stepped in at the last minute after racing on Saturday at the XC, can’t thank the guy enough! We got off to a good start and came in 14th overall, a swift handover to out leg 2 runners Dave Motley & Dave Walker who set off up the long drag up to the trig then the long, fast run off on a few rocky paths & a steep rough descent to Kirkstone Pass. They had a good run together finished the leg still in a good position.

It was my turn to run leg 3 with Dave Bagot, he’s a bit quicker than me so I knew I had a big job on my hands. Off up Red Screes we went and started to catch a few teams up. We felt good & had a good climb. We dug in & ran our socks off to make up 3 positions and bridging a good gap on our local rivals, handing over to Mr Perry and Andy Laycock who had a cracker of a run putting more time between Barlick and ourselves who were set on catching us. Senior men finished 16th overall which is the best we have finished in a long time. Making it brilliant day as always. Thanks guys for all your effort. Roll on Scotland #TEAMCLAYTON

Our first team to finish were in 16^th place overall.

Leg	Runners	Time
1	J McKenna & B Holdsworth	00:42:55
2	D Motley & D Walker	01:19:11
3	D Bagot & R Wilkinson	00:58:20
4	M Perry & A Laycock	01:18:33

They were followed by the Vets team who finished in 30^th place

Vets Team Report

This year the vets were out in force with a really strong team put together by the new vet team manager Garry Wilkinson. First up was Andrew Stubbs & Mark Aspinall with a good solid run and coming in a respectable 22nd position. They then handed over to Carl Haliwell & Peter Coats who are both on great form picking off 4 other pairs on their dash to hand over to Paul Shackleton and Andrew McFarlane who did not waste any time climbing up Red Screes and putting a good shift in across what can only be described as a rugged 5 miles. Then it was time for Garry Wilkinson & Paul Hesketh to finish off the route with last dash for the finish line. All in all it was a good day out for all our teams

Peter Coates and Carl Helliwell. Leg 2 of the Hodgson Brothers Mountain Relay. Photo by Steve Razzetti

Leg	Runners	Time
1	M Aspinall & A Stubbs	00:45:43
2	C Helliwell & P Coates	01:15:22
3	P Shackleton & A McFarlane	01:09:37
4	G Wilkinson & P Hesketh	01:31:15

Clayton ‘Z’ Team were 55^th

Report from Chris Funnell – If Carlsberg did Fell Races

Nothing short of perfect is the way to describe the Hodgson Brothers Mountain relay on Sunday. Despite a very cool (4deg C start leaving home at 0630) and some spectacular cloud inversions, these eventually gave way to perfect blue skies and fantastic running conditions.

I felt very privileged to be running for the second year for the now “infamous Clayton Z Team” on leg 2 with Mark Nutter (a seasoned Z teamer).

We watched all the leg 1-ers get underway from Patterdale and then made our way across to Hartsop for the start of our leg (7.5 mile and 2900 feet of ascent). Andy Howarth and Keith Thompson were on leg 1 and Mark and I waited on the start line to try and catch an early glimpse of Andy and Keith sporting the new Z team colours (which team coach Andrew Walmsley has had his top R&D people develop). Angela Shian and Anna Kelly ran a great first leg and added to the pressure as Wendy Dodds and Tracy Mitchell set off into the morning sunshine. A minute or so later and Andy and Keith came in both looking like they’d run a race. As Mark grabbed the dibber he said “we’ve got some work to do”. Despite our pre-race pact not to set off too fast, we set off (too) fast up the long climb up towards High Street. Wendy and Tracy soon came into sight and we did our best to mask our heavy breathing as we inched alongside.

After a couple more scalps, we rolled the dice on a couple of alternative race lines which Mark had picked up studying the map prior to the start. Both route choices paid off and as we reached High Street we were at least 6 places up. A blast along High Street and a good scramble up Thornthwaite gained another 2 places. A final tricky descent down to Kirkstone and job done we passed the dibber into the capable hands of demon descenders Richard Bellaries and Andy Firth. The final leg was run by Ivan Wigham and Ralph Baines who had a blistering run in claiming a Lonsdale scalp in the final descent to the finish line at Patterdale.

At the customary post race debrief in the White Lion (attended by groupies and mascots) it became evident that Andy and Keith had opted to take in a bit more scenery (who could blame them) by missing an exit route, however with times and places up on last year it was clear the day had been a resounding success with the reputation and infamy of the Z Team intact.

Leg	Runners	Time
1	A Howarth & K Thompson	00:57:20
2	M Nutter & C Funnell	01:33:51
3	A Firth & R Bellaries	01:09:40
4	I Whigham & R Baines	01:40:59

And finally, our open mixed team finished in 64^th place

Report from Kath Brady

After illness/injury calls days before the event, the available experienced ladies had run out so had to swap our Ladies team to Open and run with 2 men. We finished 64th out of 70 in a time of 5:48.This event is just as tough and competitive as the British relays. Leg 1 Anna Kelly & Angela Shian (in her first Lakeland relay) started us off. Leg 2 legend Wendy Dodds ran with Tracey Mitchell (who’d moved from leg 3 on Thursday). Leg 3 A bit of childcare from me and Kieron Mitchell (who’d been over the route with Tracy) ran with an even later replacement and always smiling Paul Wale. Leg 4 Jean Brown guided Barbara Savage round having been moved from leg 2

Leg	Runners	Time
1	A Kelly & A Shian	0:56:11
2	W Dodds & T Mitchell	01:45:36
3	K Mitchell & P Wale	01:20:25
4	J Brown & B Savage	01:46:43

Full Results

LITTLEBOROUGH 10K ROAD RACE

Two club members took part in this 10K road race organised by Cannonball Events. Stephen Biscomb was our first finisher in 55^th place overall and with a time of 44:13 and also taking the 1^st V60 position. Joining him was Amanda Duffy who finished in 70^th place with a time of 45:37. A total of 239 runners took part.

Report from Amanda Duffy

I decided to try the Littleborough 10K on Sunday. The race started opposite the station with the first part being a climb up Hollingworth Road to the lakeside. The course took up around the lake and then on a few farm tracks and trail. It was a lovely day for it and a nice scenic route

Myself and Steve Biscomb were the only runners from Clayton

Pos	Name	Cat	Time
55	Stephen Biscomb	M60	44:13.1
70	Amanda Duffy	W35	45:37.0

Full Results

STANLEY PARK 5MILE ROAD RACE

Kevin Davies (minus the tiger this week!) was our sole representative in the inaugural running of this race. It’s proposed to run the event twice annually in the Spring and Autumn. He finished in 5^th place overall with a time of 30:51 and was 1^st V50 as well.

Pos	Name	Cat	Time
5	Kevin Davies	M50	30:51

Full Results

PARKRUN ROUNDUP

Brighouse parkrun – A total of 378 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
271	Robin PRICE	32:54	VM70-74	First Timer!

Burnley parkrun – A total of 291 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
1	Jacob WATSON	17:54	SM30-34
2	Jonathan PYE	17:56	SM25-29
5	Jonathan CLEAVER	18:31	VM35-39
14	Nicholas HENNESSEY	20:47	JM11-14
17	Kevin DAVIES	21:09	VM50-54
20	Stephen AINSWORTH	21:16	VM55-59
24	Adam STEPHENSON	21:36	SM30-34	New PB!
26	Gordon BARRETT	21:46	VM50-54
27	Terry O’LEARY	21:59	VM35-39
38	Colin WHITE	22:58	VM40-44
58	Michelle ABBOTT	23:51	VW35-39
68	Nina KEWIN	24:10	VW35-39
69	Reece Adam LAWRENCE	24:13	JM15-17
73	Chris LAWRENCE	24:32	VM50-54
75	Julie DAWES	24:35	VW45-49
87	Andy QUINN	25:10	VM45-49
89	Andrew TAYLOR	25:13	VM55-59
94	Annabel WILCOCK	25:22	JW15-17
95	John WILCOCK	25:24	VM50-54
104	Donna SCOTT	25:46	VW50-54
139	Hayley COPEMAN	27:23	VW45-49
140	Yvonne WICKHAM	27:23	VW50-54
149	Ron CHAPPELL	27:47	VM65-69
182	Carl CAREY	29:35	VM45-49
185	Christine Jennifer EGERTON	29:41	VW65-69
186	Robert HIRST	29:42	VM65-69
257	Helen HARRISON	34:43	VW45-49

Fell Foot parkrun, Newby Bridge – A total of 189 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
47	Martin BRADY	23:53	VM50-54
103	Eileen JONES	28:51	VW60-64	New PB!

Pendle parkrun – A total of 92 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
1	Paul BRANNON	19:54	VM55-59
4	John HARTLEY	20:56	VM55-59
25	Dawn TERRY	26:18	VW50-54
65	Harry WALKER	33:47	VM65-69

Witton parkrun – A total of 103 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
37	Stephen FISH	27:40	VM60-64

ByAdrienne Olszewska

Run on for a long time

Yes dear readers, it’s an action packed roundup once again! We’ve had Fell championships, road championships, marathons, half marathons, 10k and 5k racing, ultra-distance events, mountain marathons and cyclocross. You’ve been busy on the fells, the trails, the roads and in the parks. Run on for a long time Harriers!

LATE RESULTS

Jim Smith Brownhouse 5K – Tuesday 13 September

Run during a huge thunderstorm, the results were unfortunately compromised by the weather conditions so there are quite a few gaps in the times for the runners. Three hardy Harriers were amongst 63 brave runners in this race. Robert Hirst was our first finisher in 45^th place and around 27 minutes with Jack McGuire in 52^nd and Ron Chappell in 53^rdaround the 31 minute mark. No times were available for our runners.

Pos	Name	Cat
45	R. Hirst	MV65
52	J. McGuire	MV60
53	R. Chappell	MV65

Full Results

Equinox 24 Hour Relay

Report from Paul Shackleton

I competed in the Equinox 24 hour relay at Belvoir Castle near Leicester last weekend 17th/18thwith a bunch of Birmingham lads from different clubs under the name Cannon Hill Crusaders. In the main team event (teams of 8) we finished 2nd, beaten by 4 minutes by Stilton Striders. Completing 34 x10km laps (210 miles/21000 feet ascent). I ran 4 x10km laps. Average 43 minutes. The accompanying photo was taken around 7am. I’d ran about 30k at this point off no sleep and I’m surprised I look ok because I’m shattered!

Paul Shackleton, still going after 30K and not much sleep!

High Peak 40 – Saturday 17 Sept

Congratulations to Martin Terry who finished in 6^th place overall and 1^st Vet50 in this 40 mile ultra with a time of 06:32:11. The route is a loop around the Peak District among the beautiful scenery of the gritstone and limestone hills and dales. It’s also one of the counting races in the RunFurther championship.

Full Results

As we are all caught up it’s onto this week’s action…

THURSDAY 22 SEPTEMBER

RON HILL 78^th BIRTHDAY 5K

Report from Mick Hughes

A bright crisp Thursday evening in the pleasant foothills of the Pennines between Bacup and Rochdale played host to this special tribute to our very own Ron Hill MBE. Organised by Andems Runners & Rochdale Harriers this birthday race for Ron (a mere 78 years young) was also to celebrate Ron’s 1st victory in the national cross country championships of 1966, 50 years ago where he completed 9 miles in Sheffield in a time of 46:21!

Ian Hargreaves, Ron Hill and Mick Hughes

This 5k race started from the lane behind the Cock & Magpie pub. A hilly start heading up a stony trail to Cowm Resevoir followed by 2 laps of the reservoirs thin perimeter trail track (caution and good timing was needed when pushing forward and taking places here!), then a tight bend doubling back down the steep hill to the finish line. A good attendance and representative mixture of both young and mature runners from a number of clubs made the journey; Todmorden, Oldham & Royton, Halifax, Middleton, Bury, Gossopdale and Trawden as this was also part of their championship series.

Once up on the reservoir and flatter terrain, the pace settled at a fairly quick one in general and there was a good energy and enthusiasm about the short scenic route. Ron had been introduced before the start and received plenty of applause and the mood was set. Andrew Worster (Todmorden Harriers & AC) took first place with an impressive 16:54. 7 Clayton Harriers competed (including Ron) who still managed to run the race in 31:27; a true inspiration to us all. Ron was in demand post-race but me and fellow team mate Ian Hargreaves managed to grab a quick chat and picture with him. He thanked us for coming and said, “What a club Clayton is, eh”! To which I replied, we were honoured to be there. After all it’s not every night you get to race with and be in the company of a true running legend. Here are the times of our club runners;

Andrew Laycock 17:19 | Garry Wilkinson 19:17 | Mick Hughes 20:48

Stephen Biscomb 21:07 | Ian Hargreaves 23:21 | Robert Hirst 28:13 | Ron Hill 31:27

Awaiting Official Results

SATURDAY 24 SEPTEMBER

ENGLISH SCHOOLS FELL RUNNING CHAMPIONSHIP

Three Clayton Juniors took part in the English Schools Fell Running Championships. Christopher Brown and Ella Dorrington ran in the Year 7 race with Christopher having an excellent run finishing in 8^th place overall and 7^th boy, and Ella in 30^th place and 6^th girl. There were 93 finishers in this race so well done Chris and Ella! Briony Holt ran in the Year10/11 race and finished in 27^th place overall and 3^rd Girl.

Report from Andy Holt

The final race of Briony’s fell calendar was the English schools Fell race. Held at Sedbergh School this year following two years in the Calder Valley the route crosses the village to and runs up and around the Winder, a 450m peak that forms the entrance to the Howgills. Having run and walked these hills we knew the terrain would consist of steep, grassy tracks that make for fast fell running. The race is aimed at schools but unless your school has any interest in fell running, it’s up to the athlete/parents to enter.

We arrived in plenty of time only to find we’d left our running bag at home, so, following a mad dash back home driving like those people I dislike immensely Briony was prepared to race. The girls and boys run together, and there were approx 70 people in Briony’s race. Following a fall last year in this fixture Briony’s form has been slowly returning, but she was in the year group below her age, running against 4 out of the six England team qualifiers she would have been satisfied with a top five finish.

Briony Holt at the English Schools Fell Championships. Photo by Geoff Thompson

The route is essentially a mile up an inclined track, a mile along a track, another mile up a steep track to the summit then a hair-raising mile or so descent to the finish. Briony was second girl on passing me, looking comfortable and tucking behind the leader conserving her energy for the pull to the summit. The plan was stay in contention until the descent and hopefully Briony’s descending will see her to the finish. Unfortunately Briony blew up on the ascent, and dropped from 2nd to 4th. She easily made up the ground to secure third but had given the leader and girl in second too much distance. It was more satisfying hearing the lead girl smashed the record by 2 minutes, and despite Briony’s lack of form a third place finish was higher than she expected and she was pleased with how she ran today.

Ella Dorrington and Christopher Brown (No 21) at the English Schools Fell Running Championships. Photo by Woodentops

Ella Dorrington was superb, we think finishing in 5th/6th in her respective race was very good for her first time, considering the competition and standard of running. Chris Brown was another good result finishing 7^th in his group.

Year 7 Results | Year 10/11 Results

RAB MOUNTAIN MARATHON

Report by Colin Woolford

The third and final Mountain Marathon of the year for me, and definitely my favourite – the Rab Mountain Marathon. The Rab being its tenth year and this my fifth time of starting off the back of last weekend’s OMM Lite I wanted to have a good one.

The Rab has changed owners recently and is slowly changing format to a more traditional ‘OMM’ style with multiple classes to enter across a spectrum of ‘linear’ courses where you follow a fixed route navigating point to point, fastest time wins through to the classic ‘score’ format where you have a set amount of time to find as many checkpoints as you can, highest score wins. Traditionally the Rab has put on a Long Score and a Short Score. The long being 7 hours on the Saturday, 6 hours on the Sunday the Short being 6 & 5 hours respectively. This was my entry as a male solo in the Short Score.

The event moves around the North West usually held within a few hours of Manchester and this year was to be the Cumbrian part of the Yorkshire Dales – the event centre being Outhgill. This suggested that the event would take place over some steep sided open moorland with Mallerstang Edge to the East and Great Boar Fell to the West, both areas I have not visited before.

Friday night at the Rab is a social affair where there is a meal for those who require one, a small bar and a showcase of “adventure” films, usually with a running theme. I arrived a little late for all that so got my head down early for the Saturday start, which we were informed would be a 3km walk away! At least I wouldn’t need to warm up… A big part of the Mountain Marathon experience that I really enjoy is the anticipation of getting the map when you cross the start line and being handed a piece of paper which reveals which checkpoints (controls) are worth what value. The clock has already started and you have to mark the map up and come up with a plan to best use the available time – six hours for me – to collect as many points as you can. My Saturday plan would take me down the western edge of the course looping further north before heading due south to the overnight camp at the bottom end of the valley – near the Moorcock pub, which we were reliably told had put on extra staff to cope with any Rab’ers requiring refreshment on Saturday night.

The weather was dry on Saturday, cloudy but bright and a constant wind made the course a pleasure. Underfoot it was drying out, and the peat hag moorland was a doddle to run through. The final section from the route I had planned was tough going and took longer than anticipated it wasn’t tussocks, or bog but a very strange soft grass that seemed to swallow your feet as you tried to run through it leaving you taking exaggerated steps to cross it – all 3km’s of it! I reined in my plan to get an extra 25 points from the east side of the course and focussed on heading for the more runnable (Pennine) bridleway to get off this terrain and get back in time. Which I managed with seven minutes to spare and a points total of 295. I was very pleased! My overnight ranking was 70th from 150 starters, top 50% – a good result for me…Onto Day two.

Colin Woolford , exhausted at the end of day one at the midway camp

Day two – I knew it would be wet. All forecasts had heralded rain on Saturday night into Sunday and not really stopping until later that day. Saturday night the rain came around 8pm so sadly the usually ‘social’ Rab overnight camp quietened down early and most were zipping up tents early. I am afraid I was too knackered to seek shelter in the pub! The rain fortunately stopped around 6.00am and stayed off whilst the campsite packed itself away and competitors started their day two. 5 hours and the need to get back up the valley to the farm based event centre and finish line. Not wanting to repeat the same route in reverse, I decided to explore the Eastern side of the valley and devised a plan I thought would net me around 180 points – with a few options depending on how I was going. In short I started poorly and got worse! The first control and 2km’s were fine, steady and stiff I know I take a while to warm up on day two of these things, but this time I was just pooped. Knackered. Achingly tired. The first big climb of the day up Grisedale Pike to find a series of 10 point controls and a big 20 then 30 pointer left me feeling drained and no amount of energy drink or food seemed to be pepping me up. Even my trusty Haribo jelly babies weren’t giving me the lift they usually do, so despite my nav being spot on, and the weather not raining as much as it had threatened I knew my legs weren’t going to carry me where I wanted to go. This was disappointing, but a certain sense of obviousness arose in my mind – back to back mountain marathons? Bloody idiot! On the positive side – at least I found my limit! Day two then became a battle of attrition as I struggled to collect what controls I could and find a route with the least climb and most direct way into finish. If you are late back on a ‘Score’ event, you begin to lose points for every minute you are late. I wanted to hold what I had so had to dig deep to get myself to the finish line with a disappointing 140 points and 30 seconds to spare to end up in 94th from 148 finishersStill a cracking event and good weekend, just next year I won’t be OMM’ing the week before…

SKYRUNNER 3X3000 80K ULTRA TRAIL RACE

Congratulations to Jean Brown who finished 7^th overall and 1^st Lady in this unique ultra-running event linking the Lake District’s highest mountains-Scafell Pike, Helvellyn & Skiddaw. It is a circular route which starts and finishes at Keswick, incorporating a superb variety of terrain on some of the finest mountain trails in the Lake District. From the spectacular rock scenery of Scafell Pike to the rolling ridges of the Dodds, the route combines all the elements of a classic Lakeland run combined with aspects of European style ultra-running.

Following the huge success of the inaugural event in 2014 the Lake District 3 X 3000 80k Ultra Trail is set to be a classic ultra. The course has been designed by 2013 IAU World Trail Running Champion and Salomon International Mountain Runner Ricky Lightfoot.

Report from Jean Brown

People talk about a slump after a target race… after the exhilaration of the UTMB (which was fantastic) I certainly found I had itchy feet, was getting grumpy and had a strong desire to race again after 2/3 weeks. With everything else going on in family life, Saturday was the first opportunity I had so I scanned the possibilities. I was keen to go back to the Isle of Man for their ultra, but by the time I had decided my legs could run again I had missed the entry deadline so that was out… It was then that the ‘3 x 3000 80km ultra trail’ came forward as a contender for my first post-UTMB race. Entering a week before didn’t allow any time for recces, but I knew large sections of the race, if in the opposite direction.

Jean Brown in the 3x3000 Race. Photo by Granddayout photography

Jean Brown in the Skyrunner 3×3000 Race. Photo by Granddayout photography

5am saw me on the start line with around 80 other runners and off we went from Keswick along the shores of Derwent water. The short description of the route is Keswick, Watendlath, Scafell Pike, High Raise, Helvellyn, Skiddaw, Keswick – off road but on paths; not like a fell race where you are usually allowed to take the shortest route from A to B! It is a brilliant route, technical early on, a set of good climbs throughout the route and plenty that was runnable if you had the legs. The wind was a tad stronger than ideal – with wet rocks on the technical section over Scafell Pike I was getting blown across the rock at times, and running against it was only really possible on the flat or downhill. The cloud was also sitting at around 500m making the views less engaging. All good fun though, especially as I came in first lady and 7th overall. It was only a small field but you can only race those that turn up! The very nice Leki poles I won for being the first lady at each of the summits were an excellent bonus prize! A great long trail race for fell runners!

Full Results

SWINTON 10 MILE ROAD RACE

Daniel Isherwood and Kevin ‘Tiger’ Davies ran in this 10 mile road race organised by Swinton Running Club. Daniel was our first finisher in 23^rd place with a time of 01:05:46 closely followed by ‘Tiger’ in 24^th a few seconds later in 01:05:53. There were 158 runners in total.

Pos	Name	Cat	Time
23	Daniel Isherwood	M	01:05:46
24	Kevin ‘Tiger’ Davies	M50	01:05:53

Full Results

THIEVELEY PIKE FELL RACE

Sixteen Clayton-le-Moors Harriers took part in this race organised by club member Pete Booth. It’s a tough but enjoyable 4.3 mile route with 1310ft of ascent. There are races for junior runners with the younger runners taking on a circuit of the boggy and rutty starting fields and the older juniors following the seniors until the turning point at the ruin.

Team Clayton at Thieveley Pike Fell Race. Photo by Adrienne Olszewska

The main race sets the runners off from a boggy field beside the Ram Inn, Cliviger and race follows the Mary Towneley Loop to Scout Farm where a sharp left takes them up a mercifully short, ridiculously steep climb to the moor, which levels off towards a ruin at CP4. (U14 &U16 runners turn here down to CP10 and back to the finish.) After crossing a couple of fields it’s back onto rough moorland for the climb to the Pike, steep at first then it eases as you follow the fence to the trig point. A fast grassy descent precedes a shorter, technical drop to the fell gate. Then you battle through a young plantation before a steep ‘sting in the tail’ brings you back to the ruin. A second grassy descent leads to the bridleway for the last push to the finish in the field where you started.

Katy Thompson and Sarah Helliwell at Thieveley Pike fell race. Photo by Adrienne Olszewska

Peter Coates was our first finisher in 6^th place overall and 1^st M40. Geoff Gough was next in 20^th place and 1^st M55. Ivan Whigham was 33^rd and 1^st M50. Katy Thompson was our first lady finisher and also 1^st F60 hotly pursued to the finish by Sarah Helliwell. Michelle Butschok was our 3^rd lady and the three of them took the ladies team prize.

Michael Frost and Michelle Butschok at Thieveley Pike Fell Race. Photo by Adrienne Olszewska

Senior Results

Pos	Name	Cat	Time
6	Peter Coates	M40	37:05
20	Geoff Gough	M55	40:18
33	Ivan Whigham	M50	42:55
41	Mark Nutter	M50	44:13
48	Richard Briscoe	M	44:55
59	Peter Browning	M55	48:32
62	James Hickie	M55	48:46
65	Andrew Firth	M55	49:36
66	Steven Breckell	M65	49:40
68	Peter Dugdale	M60	50:17
69	Stephen Bury	M55	50:29
77	Andrew Dugdale	M50	52:06
79	Katy Thompson	F60	52:25
80	Sarah Helliwell	F	52:40
92	Michael Frost	M60	59:10
96	Michelle Butschok	F40	65:03

Junior Results

A quintet of Clayton runners took part in the junior races. Jenson Bentham was 4^th in the U12 race. The U16 and U14 runners ran with the seniors and Nick Hennessey was our first finisher taking the U16 race as well. Jackson McKay was the winner of the U14 race with Natasha and Bronia Olszewska taking 5^th and 6^th place and 1^st and 2^nd girl.

U16 Race

Nick Hennessey. U16 winner at Thieveley Pike Fell Race. Photo by Bryn Barnes

Pos	Name	Time
1	Nicholas Hennessey	18:08

U14 Race

Natasha Olszewska, 1st U14 girl at Thieveley. Photo by Bryn Barnes

Pos	Name	Time
1	Jackson McKay	15:26
5	Natasha Olszewska (1^st Girl)	23:51
6	Bronia Olszewska	32:45

U12 Race

Pos	Name	Time
4	Jenson Bentham	7:23

Full Results

SUNDAY 25 SEPTEMBER

3 Peaks Cyclocross

Report from Andy Armstrong

The 3 Peaks cyclocross race is a 38 mile cycle event that visits the same peaks as the fell race; Ingleborough, Whernside and PenyGhent. Now in it’s 54th year, it’s billed as “the toughest cyclocross event in the UK” which is undoubtedly true as it’s the only one of its kind. It’s probably the most unusually perverse event to visit the Yorkshire dales; the sight of over 500 competitors shouldering drop-bar rigid frame bikes up the forty degree slopes of Simon Fell, picking their way down the stone slabs off Whernside and hammering down the stony bridleways around Pen-y-Ghent is definitely worth the trip.

For my first attempt at this race I was determined to take it steady and get round in one piece. Cross bikes are tough but there’s a limit to what they’ll put up with and the route is littered with cyclists fixing punctures, broken chains, twisted gears or just nursing injuries born of over-enthusiasm. Being a fell runner, not a real cyclist meant having to make up time on the hill sections; either working hard carrying the bike on the climbs or pushing the limits on the off-road descents (did I say I was intending to take it steady?). A dented rim required a puncture stop near Ribblehead but otherwise the bike stood up to the course well and I finished the race in 4h40m

Also at the race; Andy Laycock had a storming race to finish under the magic four hour mark at 3h52m. Others were less fortunate; Alan Dorrington had a crash coming off Ingleborough, the bike was fine but a knee and hip injury forced his retirement. Paul Hesketh also had to retire due to (his words) “err, technical issues”.

In summary; a top days fun for both competitors and spectators, I’ll be back again next year, hopefully as the former.

Full Results

IKANO BANK ROBIN HOOD MARATHON

More than 1000 runners completed the Ikano Bank Robin Hood Marathon. John Hartley was our sole representative, finishing in 36^th place overall and 1^st Vet55 in 03:06:19.

Report from John Hartley

I was hoping to run under three hours. I set off OK and was going well until mile sixteen. Then the last ten miles became a real struggle and I felt like I was treading water. Mental strength took over and got me to the finish where I was chuffed to find out I had won the Vet55 category and finished 36^th out of 1192 runners.

Full Results

NORTHERN ATHLETICS ROAD RELAY CHAMPIONSHIPS

Two teams of ladies took part in the Women’s Four Stage Road Relay Championships and one team of men took part in the Men’s Six Stage Road Relay Championships.

Team Clayton at the Northern Road Relay Championships

Ladies Four Stage Championship

Report from Angela Shian

Clayton Ladies had 2 teams competing in this year’s Northern Road Relays. We all met up nervously at Sport City Stadium in Manchester. The class of opposing runners was a lot higher than last year’s event at Stanley Park. Louisa Powell-Smith on leg 1 on team A came in at a more than impressive 10th position at outstanding time of 17:43, then Danielle Walker running her first race for Clayton again got an amazing time of 18:43. Elizabeth Mullan stepped up to the mark in the first team getting 20:58 on leg 3. Leg 4 was Helena Leathley who despite carrying a nasty cough and cold ( well she couldn’t back out on her sister could she!!!!) still held her own to bring Team A in to 22^nd position which more than qualifies them to compete in the Birmingham nationals in 2 weeks’ time for the second year on the trot!

Team B leg 1 was myself (regretted that one!). Fast and furious is all I can say! Leg 2 was again a debut appearance from Natalie Wright, who I’m glad to say totally loved the experience and gave it her all for 22.14. Leg 3 was our ever faithful runner Amanda Duffy who always give us 100% effort with 22:03. Finally we had Donna Airey who’s going from strength to strength and had a perfect sprint finish in front of a noisy Clayton crowd; her time 21:34. Overall team position 42, more than happy with that! Great day, great team spirit, thanks to Bianca Bennett for support. Good luck to team A at Nationals! We know you will do well.

Ladies A Team – The Ladies’ A team finished in 22^nd place overall.

Name	Pos	Time
Louisa Powell-Smith	10	17:43
Danielle Walker	9	18:58
Elizabeth Mullan	18	20:58
Helena Leathley	24	21:27

Ladies B Team – The Ladies’ B Team finished in 42^nd place overall

Name	Pos	Time
Angela Shian	63	22:18
Natalie Wright	59	22:13
Amanda Duffy	49	22:03
Donna Airey	46	21:34

Men’s Six Stage Championship

Our men finished in 49^th place overall in the competition in a field of 100 teams.

Report from Jacob Watson

Great atmosphere, fantastic support and (for the most part) decent weather made up for a somewhat fiddly and irritatingly short course (5600m instead of 6400m). I’d decided to forgo Captain Brewster’s advice of just setting off at 5k pace and planned on keeping enough energy to got round a 4 mile course. I had a bit of a shock when I’d realised I was about to get back into the stadium for a final lap round the track! I guess I should have made a mental note after the first lap, rookie error! Despite this I’m still pleased with my time and the twists and turns didn’t ruin my enjoyment of it out there. I’ll be looking forward to the next set of road relays in 2017

Name	Pos	Time
Daniel Collinge	34	17:42
Jacob Watson	46	19:15
Matthew Duckworth	55	20:22
Chris Snell	51	20:13
Tom Brewster	49	19:09
Jordan McDonald	49	19:52

Women’s Results | Men’s Results

ROCHDALE HALF MARATHON

Three Clayton Harriers took part in this half marathon race organised by Cannonball Events. The route offers exciting and varied scenery, with the course taking runners on a traffic-free tour of the town and Hollingworth Lake. Jon Cleaver was our first finisher in 13^th place with a time of 01:25:59. Robert Morrison was 75^th in 01:37:54 and Colin White was 157^th in 01:47:30

Report from Jon Cleaver

There was a total of 437 runners for this race starting at Rochdale town hall. The race start time was set for 10:10 so I was busy chatting when the gun went at 10am and had to scramble to the start line setting off right at the back. This involved having to weave in and out of people for the first mile or so to get some breathing space.

The route climbed out of Rochdale and headed to Littleborough on the Canal bank. Coming off the canal we climbed up to Hollingworth Lake and looped round there for the half way point. The run in from there was really fast downhill and back along the canal. The slow start probably helped conserve some energy for the final push back into the town centre. Overall I came 13th in 01:25:59 chip time which was ideal prep for the Manchester half in a few weeks’ time.

Pos	Name	Cat	Time
13	Jon Cleaver	M	01:25:59
75	Robert Morrison	M40	01:37:54
157	Colin White	M40	01:47:30

Full Results

ROCHDALE 10K

Ian Hargreaves was our sole competitor in the 10K and finished in 59^th place with a time of 50:56 taking 1^st M50 position.

Pos	Name	Cat	Time
59	Ian Hargreaves	M50	00:50:56

Full Results

RUN PRESTON

Five seniors and two juniors took part in the Run Preston races.

L-R (Back) Michelle Abbott, Lisa Johnson, Marion Wilkinson, Mick Hughes.
L-R (Front) Matthew Jackson, Emily Johnson, Lennon Jackson

10K RACE

Three club members ran in the Run Preston 10K race. Mick Hughes was our first finisher in 71^st place overall and with a time of 44:17. Stephen Biscomb was 93^rd in 44:33. Michelle Abbott was our only lady runner finishing in 164^th place overall with a time of 48:06. There were 998 runners in the 10K race.

Pos	Name	Cat	Time
71	Mick Hughes	Vet 40	00:44:17
93	Stephen Biscomb	Vet 60	00:44:33
164	Michelle Abbott	FVet35	00:48:06

5K RACE

Great results for our two junior runners in this popular 5K. Lennon Jackson was our first finisher in 12^th place overall with his younger brother, Matthew in 19^th. Success also for our lady runners; Lisa Johnson was our first lady finisher in 47^th place overall with a time of 25:03 and 1^st LV40 and Marion Wilkinson was 167^th and 1^st LV70 in 32:07. There were 323 runners in the 5K race.

Matthew Jackson at the Run Preston 5K. Photo by Tim Waterworth Photography

Pos	Nsme	Cat	Time
12	Lennon Jackson	M	00:21:00
19	Matthew Jackson	M	00:21:47
47	Lisa Johnson	Vet 40	00:25:03
167	Marion Wilkinson	Vet 70	00:32:07

Full Results

STAINLAND 10K TRAIL RACE

This was 6^th race in the club trail championship organised by the Stainland Lions Running club. The route goes through the stunning west Yorkshire countryside running through the woodland and rural roads and trails around Stainland Dean.

John Wilcock was our sole representative at this race. He finished in 27^th place with abime of 55:57. There was a field of 128 runners.

Full Results

Trust 10K Trail Run

The Trust10 is a new, monthly 10k trail run, that gives you the opportunity to explore National Trust places for free. You can take part in a free 10K trail run on the fourth Sunday of every month. Registration is at 8.30am and the run starts at 9am. They are working on offering a timing system, but at the moment there isn’t one in place, if your time is important to you please remember to bring your own timing device for the time being.

Ivan Whigham took part in the Inaugural Trust 10 run at Lyme in Cheshire. He reports:

“I entered this event on Sunday, first one to be organised, and managed 14^th place (I was 7th but lost 2 minutes following non racing runners!). In total 152 runner took part in this inaugural run. The event is free very much like parkrun so for a family a cheap day out for families. They are rolling them out all over the country.”

Provisional results and some photos can be found on the Lyme Runners Facebook page. More information about Trust 10 runs can be found on the National Trust website.

Parkrun roundup

Burnley parkrun – A total of 299 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
3	Jonathan PYE	18:26	SM25-29
9	Reece Adam LAWRENCE	19:55	JM15-17	New PB!
12	Gareth BERRY	20:32	VM40-44
13	Daniel PLANT	20:43	SM30-34
14	Stanley GREWAL	20:47	JM11-14
15	Stephen AINSWORTH	20:52	VM55-59
19	Mark WIGHTMAN	21:13	VM55-59
26	Gordon BARRETT	22:06	VM50-54
28	Donna RILEY	22:12	VW50-54
43	Colin WHITE	23:07	VM40-44
49	Michelle ABBOTT	23:33	VW35-39
54	Alan DORRINGTON	23:44	VM45-49
55	David Ian SCOTT	23:46	VM70-74
59	Nina KEWIN	23:59	VW35-39
81	Lennon JACKSON	24:53	JM11-14
84	Chris LAWRENCE	25:01	VM50-54
87	Julie DAWES	25:10	VW45-49
99	Bethany WHEATCROFT	25:54	JW11-14
100	Donna SCOTT	25:56	VW50-54
101	Andrew TAYLOR	25:57	VM55-59
102	Annabel WILCOCK	26:01	JW15-17
103	John WILCOCK	26:02	VM50-54
107	Carl CAREY	26:08	VM45-49
118	Aaron LUNDIE	27:04	JM11-14
134	Ron CHAPPELL	27:43	VM65-69
144	Jonathan CLEAVER	28:43	VM35-39
157	Helen HARRISON	29:15	VW45-49
168	Jane PIER	29:43	VW45-49	New PB!
229	Nicola KAY	32:05	VW35-39
236	Judith CAREY	32:22	VW35-39
248	Christine Jennifer EGERTON	33:41	VW65-69
249	Christine LEATHLEY	33:49	VW65-69

Dewsbury parkrun – A total of 100 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
82	Robin PRICE	34:24	VM70-74

Fell Foot parkrun, Newby Bridge – A total of 200 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
115	Eileen JONES	29:34	VW60-64

Lytham Hall parkrun – A total of 182 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
171	Philip NAYLOR	36:40	VM35-39

Marple parkrun – A total of 181 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
149	Ron HILL	31:33	VM75-79

Pendle parkrun – A total of 84 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
11	John HARTLEY	22:55	VM55-59
28	Dawn TERRY	26:14	VW50-54

Witton parkrun – A total of 93 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
31	Jude ASHWORTH	27:56	VW55-59

ByAdrienne Olszewska

Pushing the limits

After a quiet week it’s been a full on weekend for Clayton-le-Moors Harriers. A resounding win for Danny Collinge at the Bury 10K, BOFRA racing success and long distance endurance achievements from our feisty juniors, fund running, trail running, fell running, mountain marathoning and road racing. It’s certainly been a busy couple of days.

SATURDAY 17 SEPTEMBER

In Pendle’s Shadow

3 seniors and an incredible 7 juniors took on the challenge of “In Pendle’s Shadow” a tough 18 mile route over and around Pendle Hill. The morning was sunny and clear with a promise of a good day to come. Spirits were high and off we trotted at 8.30 keen to get going. The route starts at Barley Village Hall and heads up the Ogden Valley to the reservoirs before heading up the first climb to the summit of Pendle Hill. We bumped into Garry Wilkinson on the way up who stopped for a quick chat before we yomped up to the trig. Sue Allen and Cassie Smedley soon disappeared into the distance as the 7 juniors, myself and Deborah Stevenson of Trawden AC, made steady progress over Pendle.

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The Magnificent Seven. Natasha Olszewska, Lucy Stevenson, Keira Stevenson, Aaron Lundie, Bronia Olszewska, Adam Stevenson and Rachel Stevenson

A lovely twisty descent towards Downham followed which was enjoyed by all despite Rachel getting sucked into a patch of bog, face planting and then losing her shoes! Fortunately, the shoes were retrieved and we were off again heading for the first checkpoint and cake! Sadly there was no cake yet, but we stocked up on drinks, regrouped and set off again. This section crosses fields and contours around to checkpoint 2 on Barley Lane where we were delighted to have scones and jam butties!

A section of farm tracks followed, where I managed to fall flat on my face in a farm yard whilst consulting the route description, before we headed up Rimington Moor towards Wheathead Height. This was a tricky section full of tussocks and gullies. A slight navigational error put us on the wrong side of a wall so it temporarily became an obstacle course as we decided to scale the wall rather than go back on ourselves. Another enjoyable descent followed towards checkpoint 3 and the turnoff for the shorter route. Spirits were still high so we decided to carry on. Aaron kept us all amused with his astonishing ability to fall over throughout this section!

Aaron Lundie leading the way towards Water Meetings in Barrowford

We headed to Water Meetings at Barrowford and then after checkpoint 4, another climb to Noggarth Road. The final section of the route is a dogleg to Sabden Fold so the checkpoints are more frequent to ensure that competitors don’t cut the corner and head straight back to Barley. Fuelled by tons of jelly babies our youngsters were still in high spirits as we passed the mast at Higher Spen and dropped down past the Rigg of England and another climb to Guide Lane. A drop down to Sabden Fold and then the last big climb loomed ahead up alongside Cock Clough Plantation (with the mysterious abandoned caravan) to Driver Height.

The penultimate checkpoint. Stocking up on cake before the final climb over to Newchurch-in-Pendle.

This was the final section at last. Having got a bit carried away eating blackberries we had overshot the turn off at Sabden Fold and had to double back but we tramped up the last steep climb with no complaints and headed over to Fell Wood. This was a section the juniors know well. It’s very tempting to drop down to Barley but there is one final, somewhat hidden, checkpoint in the Church at Newchurch-in-Pendle to keep you en-route. Once we checked in, it was downhill all the way. We knew it was only a mile or two to go and the pace picked up on the descent to Whitehough and the final stretch to Barley. The gentle trot turned into a canter and then a full out gallop as we got nearer to the finish.

Name	Age	Finish Time
Sue Allen	Senior	5:25
Cassandra Smedley	Senior	6:10
Natasha Olszewska	13	7:15
Aaron Lundie	14	7:15
Keira Stevenson	12	7:15
Adam Stevenson	13	7:15
Adrienne Olszewska	Senior	7:15
Bronia Olszewska	12	7:17
Lucy Stevenson	15	7:20
Rachel Stevenson	10	7:20

An outstanding performance from our amazing junior runners who completed this tough course with 3000ft of ascent, still managing to run at the end and with such positive attitudes all the way round. They were complimented at every checkpoint by the marshals and lots of the other competitors were amazed by how well they did. A credit to the club and possible endurance runners of the future!

Sue Allen was our first Clayton finisher in 5 hours and 25 minutes. Cassie Smedley took on the challenge of a long distance event with Vicky McKay and was pleased with her 6 hours and 10 minutes.

Merrick Hill

Two club members took part in the Merrick Hill race which is the fourth and final race fo the FRA British Championships. This is a 7.7 mile race with a climb to the summit at 750m from sea level. Richard Bellaries was our first finisher in 135^th place with Wendy Dodds following in 137^th. There were 196 finishers.

Pos	Name	Category	Time
135	Richard Bellaries	M60+	02:04:41
137	Wendy Dodds	F55+	02:05:54

Full Results

OMM Lite – North Yorkshire Moors

Report from Colin Woolford

I had first seen this advertised a few years ago when the OMM (Original Mountain Marathon) brand was acquired by new owners and thought it was a great idea. A non- mountainous Mountain Marathon with a more social, less ”tough” demeanour aimed at introducing people to multi day/navigation based events. Being a fan of Mountain Marathons and having done an OMM or two and others I never really imagined running a ‘Lite’, until Ralph Baines of this parish won this event in 2015 and praised it and then an accomplished running mate of mine – who doesn’t run “off road” said he fancied it and would I consider running with him. Of course I would! Any excuse for a few days on the hills…

The format for the event is much the same as a usual OMM or other Mountain Marathon, teams in pairs locate controls/checkpoints across an area, which they won’t be fully aware of until they are handed a map at registration or as they cross the start line. What makes the OMM Lite event different is there is a limit of 150 teams and the format is a score format: either Short (5 hours day one, 4 hours day two) or Long score (7 hours day one, 5 hours day two). Score formats leave you to decide how hard and fast you go at the course choosing to find only a few controls for fun or trying to find them all! A Mountain bike orienteering event is run in parallel to this and both events takes place on NON open access land meaning paths, roads and rights of way must be used to travel between controls, collecting points. Highest total in the time allowed wins. Penalties are accrued (points deducted) if you are late back.

Graeme, an Edinburgh based ultra-runner and way better runner than I am, and I hatched a plan also involving wives and children as the other key feature of the OMM Lite is you don’t carry overnight kit around, you arrive back at an already set up tent at fixed campsite for the weekend, with catering, a bar and friends and family were welcome! So, with plans afoot for the kids and girls going to explore Pickering Castle whilst Graeme and I trotted around the Cropton area of the North York Moors for 7 hours our challenge began.

Colin (R) and Graham at the end of Day 1. Photo courtesy of OMM

For various reasons, it’s fair to say running hasn’t been high on my agenda the last month or few and (fortunately for me) it turned out Graeme hadn’t been putting the training in either so when we met on the Friday night, apologies and excuses were the order of the day and we set off on Saturday morning with a plan to start slow, finish in one piece, remain slow but not finish last. Clear and bright with a crisp cold wind was the order of the day, conditions drying under foot, wearing trail shoes rather than fell we both thought perhaps we could have got away with road shoes given the nature of the well made paths around Cropton and Dalby area!

Day one’s ‘area’ headed East over to Dalby Forest and we spent a large amount of time running on forest tracks and through mixed farm/woodland. We were collecting controls at regular 20 -30 minute intervals and running well, no navigation errors and everything where we expected it to be. The last hour or so of the day was a little disappointing course wise as it appeared that whatever checkpoint you hit last before heading to the finish, it would be followed by anything between a 2 and 3km stretch on tarmac, competing with the traffic! That aside we finished day one in 15th position from 29 starting teams having run approximately 38km in 6hrs 45mins finding 370pts.

Day two and forecast was for a warmer day and less wind and with five hours to run on the west side of Cropton and up on to the Moors proper we set off keen to chase down the two teams ahead of us who were only 10 points in front. The mantra was “don’t be back late” we set off faster than we thought we would be capable of and feeling better every time we saw another team walking we were optimistic at improving our finishing position… Well, it was certainly hotter on the Sunday and with less wind, in fact barely a breeze we enjoyed the stunning scenery through an autumnal haze with plenty of conversation and banter with other teams as we passed them or they passed us. A slight nav error in the last 90 minutes of the day put us off our plan by about 20 minutes and cost us 10 point control we would have to miss (and 2 penalties for being 2 minutes late back) we finished in what would be looking like 14th place! We took 5 hrs and 2 minutes to travel just under 29km finding 250pts (-2). Chuffed to bits to have had a stronger day 2 than envisaged and improved a position we were then gutted to end up back in 15th as a later arrival even after penalties pipped us by 6 points to 14th. 27 teams finished the event from the 29 that started.

Day 2 – stunning conditions on the way to Ana Cross on Spaunton Moor. Photo courtesy of OMM

A well run event, much fun had by all (wives and 3 & 5 year old boys included!). I would recommend anyone thinking of embarking on a multi-day run/ nav/mountain marathon adventure for the first time would do well to think about starting with an OMM Lite.

Full Results

Scafell Pike

Geoff Gough was our sole representative in this 4.5 mile Lakeland fell race with 2999ft of ascent to the summit of Scafell Pike and back. He finished in 24^th place overall and 2^nd M55 in a field of 127 runners.

Geoff Gough at the Scafell Pike Fell Race. Photo by Paul Birdsall

Full Results

Three Shires

Five Clayton Harriers took part in this classic Lakeland fell race organised by Ambleside AC. This 12.4 mile race has 4003ft of ascent and takes in Wetherlam, Swirl How, The Three Shires Stone, Pike O’ Blisco and Lingmoor. The Three Shires Stone marks the location where the three historic counties of Lancashire, Cumberland and Westmorland once met.

Ricky Lightfoot swept to victory in this years race, taking off on the first climb up Wetherlam and never really being challenged by the chasing group. Victoria Wilkinson won the ladies race. Dave Bagot was the first Clayton finisher in 21st place with an time of 2:21:48. Mark Nutter and Ralph Baines were 98th and 99th. Ivan Whigham was 114th and Andrew Firth was 141st. There were 211 finishers.

Pos	Name	Cat	Time
21	David Bagot	M	2.21.48
98	Mark Nutter	M50	2.54.36
99	Ralph Baines	M40	2.54.46
114	Ivan Whigham	M50	3.00.55
141	Andrew Firth	M50	3.13.45

Full Results

SUNDAY 18 SEPTEMBER

Burnley Leisure 10K

9 Clayton Harriers took to the trails around Padiham and Hapton for this low key, local 10Kk trail race.

L-R Donna Airey, Matt Duckworth, Ian Hargreaves, Mick Hughes. Photo by Adrienne Olszewska

The route starts at Padiham Leisure centre and loops around the allotments before heading up to the top of the Padiham Greenway. From there runners loop around Mollywood lane and the canal before heading down through Hapton and along the River Calder back to the Leisure Centre.

Robert Morrison and Colin White. Photo by Adrienne Olszewska

Matthew Duckworth was our first Clayton finisher taking 6th place overall with a time of 40:19. Stanley Grewal was 13th and first junior male in the race in 42:44. Donna Airey was our sole lady runner and was 1st F35.

Pos	Name	Cat	Cat Pos	Time
6	Matthew Duckworth	M	4	00:40:19
13	Stanley Grewal	MU18	1	00:42:44
16	John Wilcock	M50	3	00:43:26
23	Robert Morrison	M40	5	00:45:32
31	Stuart Proctor	M	12	00:46:50
33	Donna Airey	F35	1	00:47:13
38	Mick Hughes	M40	6	00:48:17
40	Colin White	M	14	00:48:36
46	Brian Wildman	M50	9	00:50:25
49	Ian Hargreaves	M50	10	00:50:48
64	Ron Chappell	M65	2	00:59:17

Burnley and Pendle Fund Run

No official results but quite a few seniors and juniors took part in this fund raiser for Pendleside Hospice. Jonathan Pye was the winner. Aaron Lundie deserves a special mention as he ran this race on the back of the 19 mile ‘In Pendle’s Shadow’ challenge the day before. Nick Hennessey was our first Clayton junior finisher and Summer Hargreaves was the first Clayton girl. Michelle Abbot was our first lady finisher.

Awesome Aaron Lundie racing to the finish after a 19 mile event the day before! Photo by David Belshaw

Well done to the following members spotted on the photos. Jonathan Pye, Nick Hennessey, Lennon Jackson, Matthew Jackson, Michelle Abbott, Luke Guest, Summer Hargreaves, Aaron Lundie, Hayley Copeman, Candice Heys, Avril Duckworth, Jack McGuire, Christine Leatheley, Jessica McBride.

Apologies to any club members I may have missed.

Bury 10K

L-R Chris Lawrence, Jon Cleaver, Jordan McDonald, Danny Collinge and Reece Lawrence.

Another win for Danny Collinge at the Bury 10k in 32:59 giving him a comfortable one and a half minute lead over the second place runner (Ben Coop of Bury AC). Jordan McDonald also enjoyed an excellent result finishing in 7th place with a time of 35:50. Jon Cleaver made the top 20 with his 15th place finish and time of 37:47. Reece Lawrence was 69th in 41:50 and his dad, Chris was 487th in 54:24.

Donna Scott was our sole female runner and finished in 396th place with a time of 50:46.

Pos	Name	Cat	Time
1	Danny Collinge	M	00:32:59
7	Jordan Mcdonald	M	00:35:50
15	Jonathan Cleaver	M	00:37:47
69	Reece Lawrence	M	00:41:50
396	Donna Scott	F50	00:50:46
487	Chris Lawrence	M50	00:54:24

Full Results

Cumberland Ale 10

Report from Dave Motley

I was up in the Lakes this weekend visiting family and my little brother mentioned a local 10miler to him, the Cumberland Ale 10. Well I’ve done every type of race going but never a 10miler, so a PB was on the cards. The race starts/finishes at the brewery and after registering, warming up it was off to the start line. I always find it a strange experience lining up with others with no pre conception of their ability and I suppose not knowing anybody’s reputation can work to your advantage. 11am and off we go and I quickly found myself running with the leader and the pair of us were quickly forming a gap from the chasing pack, after a mile however it was clear to me I was treading water and couldn’t keep up with him so I decided to start running my own race, I later found out he ran 72min @ The Great North Run the week before. The next 9miles were an undulating blur of running in no man’s land which again was a funny experience, thoughts of the chasing pack spurring me on. I finished the race in 2nd place in a time of 65mins, my first road podium. I took home beer, £15voucher and a handmade wooden bowl, Is it time to retire from the day job and become a professional athlete?

Embsay (BOFRA)

Senior Race

Four senior runners took part with Tim Edward finishing first for the club in 9^th place overall and 1^st V50. Alan Life, Richard Briscoe and John Rusius completed our quartet of seniors in the race.

Pos	Name	Cat	Time
9	Tim Edward	MV50	21:45
25	Alan Life	MV50	23:58
50	Richard Briscoe	M	26:26
67	John Rusius	MV60	29:01

Junior Races – Report from Alan Dorrington

As the BOFRA Championship draws to a close, four Clayton Juniors travelled to Embsay for the penultimate race of the season. Jenson Bentham, Christopher Brown and Ella Dorrington ran in the U12 race, over a mostly grassy and rolling course with a final steep climb to the turn point. In the Girls race there was a fierce battle on that final climb to the turn between the top 3 girls with Ella up there in the mix. A headlong chase and a small tumble on the return saw Ella coming in 3rd Girl and 12th overall, with Christopher and Jenson battling hard to the end to finish 21st and 22nd respectively.

Briony Holt ran in the U17 race which covered the full adult race distance, making for a long tough race. Her run to take 2nd Girl and 6th overall wasn’t perhaps up to her own high standards, but follows on the back of her previous 8 BOFRA wins from 8 races to take the U17G Championship, a great achievement for the season.

With her podium place, Ella clinched second overall in the U12G Championship, joining Dexta Thompson, also 2nd in the U12B Championship.

U17 Race

Briony Holt was our sole runner in the U17 race finishing in 6^th place overall and 2^nd girl.

Pos	Name	Cat	Time
6	Briony Holt	Girl	25:52

U12 Race

Ella Dorrington was our first finisher in 12^th place overall and 3^rd girl. Chris Brown and Jenson Bentham were 21^st and 22^nd respectively

Pos	Name	Cat	Time
12	Ella Dorrington	Girl	10:03
21	Chris Brown	Boy	10:29
22	Jenson Bentham	Boy	10:30

Full Results

Harrogate Haverah Trail Race

The Harrogate Haverah Trail Race comprises approximately 10 miles of trails and bridleways in the scenic Yorkshire setting of Haverah Park and within easy reach of the famous spa town of Harrogate. The course follows a circular route from Beckwithshaw that takes you down Pot Bank and into Haverah Park, then around Beaver’s Dyke and John O’Gaunts reservoirs, including the castle remains.

Breton Holdsworth and Jean Knightley took part in this trail race. Breton finished in 5th place with atime of 01:07:18 and Jean Knightley was 1st FV55 and 132nd overall in 01:32:14.

Breton Holdsworth at the Harrogate Haverah Trail Race.

Pos	Name	Cat	Time
5	Breton Holdsworth	MV40	01:07:18
132	Jean Knightley	FV55	01:35:14

Full Results

Lancaster Castle Half Marathon

The race starts on the famous Giant Axe site just a short walk from the the Historic Lancaster Castel and actually finishes inside the Castle itself. the race follows a rural route taking in the Luneside countryside and is relatively flat but throws in a tough final 1/4 mile to the finish.

Daniel Isherwood was our sole representative in this half marathon event. He had a great run and finished in 11th place with a time of 01:28:26.

Pos	Name	Cat	Time
11	Daniel Isherwood	M	01:28:26

Full Results

Parkrun roundup

Avenham junior parkrun – A total of 95 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
1	Dexta THOMPSON	7:48	JM10	First Timer!
20	Felix THOMPSON	9:55	JM10	First Timer!
25	Kady THOMPSON	10:41	JW10	First Timer!

Burnley parkrun – A total of 308 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
2	Chris SNELL	18:22	VM35-39
3	Jonathan PYE	18:33	SM25-29
7	Kevin DAVIES	19:37	VM50-54
11	Gareth BERRY	20:01	VM40-44
13	Nicholas HENNESSEY	20:06	JM11-14
17	Nick ROSCOE	20:13	VM45-49
30	Simon WILSHAW	21:16	JM15-17
38	Gordon BARRETT	21:53	VM50-54
40	Adam STEPHENSON	21:59	SM30-34
42	Colin WHITE	22:20	VM40-44
48	Lennon JACKSON	22:42	JM11-14
58	Sophie ASHWORTH	23:08	JW11-14
64	Michelle ABBOTT	23:17	VW35-39	New PB!
65	Nina KEWIN	23:18	VW35-39	New PB!
76	Carl CAREY	23:54	VM45-49
84	Lisa JOHNSON	24:38	VW40-44	New PB!
90	Toby BIRTWISTLE	25:02	JM10
94	John WILCOCK	25:19	VM50-54
95	Bethany WHEATCROFT	25:23	JW11-14
96	Reece Adam LAWRENCE	25:29	JM15-17
108	Bianca BENNETT	25:52	SW25-29
116	Chris LAWRENCE	26:08	VM50-54
138	Annabel WILCOCK	27:20	JW15-17
144	Hayley COPEMAN	27:36	VW45-49
150	Robert HIRST	27:59	VM65-69
185	Donna SCOTT	29:51	VW50-54
221	Judith CAREY	31:19	VW35-39
265	Valerie LAWSON	34:18	VW70-74

Dewsbury parkrun – A total of 107 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
89	Robin PRICE	33:06	VM70-74

Humber Bridge parkrun – A total of 117 runners took part

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
62	Eileen JONES	30:14	VW60-64	First Timer!

Lytham Hall parkrun – A total of 196 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
163	Philip NAYLOR	34:36	VM35-39	New PB!

Marple parkrun – A total of 140 runners took part

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
121	Ron HILL	31:30	VM75-79

Pendle parkrun – A total of 74 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
8	John HARTLEY	20:45	VM55-59

Skipton parkrun – A total of 189 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
108	Yvonne WICKHAM	27:40	VW50-54

Witton parkrun – A total of 109 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
35	Simon STANSFIELD	26:29	VM40-44

Wythenshawe parkrun – A total of 280 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
84	Katy THOMPSON	24:47	VW60-64	First Timer!

ByAdrienne Olszewska

In it to win it!

This week has been another action-packed one. There was the Great North Run where Mo Farah decided to enter along with nine of our club members (I bet he’d look good in a Clayton vest!), there have been off road Marathons, mountainous fell races, a hat trick of wins for junior runner, Dexta Thompson, oh and just the small matter of team pride at the battle of the clubs Podium race.

LATE RESULTS

There are a couple of results missing from last week’s roundup.

SUNDAY 4 SEPTEMBER

CITY OF SALFORD 10K

A great run for Jacob Watson who finished in 18th place at the City of Salford 10K. He was joined in the race by veteran runners Kevin O’Brien and Ron Hill

Pos	Name	Cat	Time
18	Jacob Watson	M	35:43
1760	Kevin O’Brien	M70	01:02:44
2138	Ron Hill	M70	01:03:07

Full Results

BLACKO FELL RACE

Three Clayton Harriers took part in this short local fell race around Blacko Tower. Alan Life won the race with James Boult in 3rd and Richard Briscoe in 9th. There were 66 runners in the race.

Pos	Name	Cat	Time
1	Alan Life	M50	07:58
3	James Boult	M	08:04
9	Richard Briscoe	M	09:12

Full Results

As we are now all up to date it’s time to move onto to this week’s action!

WEDNESDAY 7 SEPTEMBER

Peter Gilligan Reservoir 5K Trail Race

Jack McGuire and Ron Chappell took part in this midweek, 5K race in a field of 32 runners. Jack McGuire finished in 26^th place with Ron Chappell following on his heels in 27^th place.

Pos	Name	Cat	Time
26	J. McGuire	MV60	29:36
27	R. Chappell	MV65	29:43

Full Results

SATURDAY 10 SEPTEMBER

FALLFEST 5

John Rusius was our sole representative in this 5 mile trail race that forms part of the FallFest festival in Glusburn. It is a 4.9 mile race with 597ft of climb. John finished in 21^st place in a field of 43 runners.

John Rusius at the Fallfest 5 race. Photo by Woodentops

Pos	Name	Cat	Time
21	John Rusius	M60	00:52:12

Full Results

GREAT LANGDALE HALF MARATHON

The Langdale Half Marathon races have the reputation as being amongst the toughest road events in the UK. Exceptionally hilly with some parts of the course climbs being 1:3 this challenging race attracts a both seasoned runners as well a large number of ordinary people looking to challenge themselves.

Hosted in the beautiful Langdale valleys the route takes the runners in an anti clockwise direction from Great Langdale to Little Langdale through to picturesque hamlets of Skelwith bridge, Chapel Style and Dungeon Ghyll

Graham Kissack was our sole representative in this race finishing in 217^th place with time of 02:58:51

Full Results

HODDER VALLEY SHOW FELL RACE

Nine club members took part in this 6.2 mile fell race with 1148ft of climb that is part of this year’s Club Fell Championship.

Team Clayton at Hodder Show Fell Race. Photo by Sarah Helliwell

Carl Helliwell was our first finisher in 7^th place overall with Dave Bagot also claiming a top 10 finish in 9^th place.

Race Report from Carl Helliwell

It was a new route this year of 6.2 miles and 500m of climbing. We were all counted into the show ring before the race started out of the show ground, across the road and through a field before a sharp right turn onto the first climb. I started fast and got into a good rhythm over the first climb and descent, but Dave Bagot started even faster as I chased him across the fields to the second climb.

I knew I was feeling good and kept a good solid pace up onto Beatrix Fell and went past Dave. I kept pushing all the way to the check point, which was a hard slog right along the top of Beatrix before turning back. I had 3 runners in front of me who kept evading me, but didn’t seem to go any faster than me! I just wish I had tried harder to have stuck with them earlier in the race. I was happy with my descent as we headed back towards the show field, however there was a sting in the tail as we had to come back over the last climb/foothill down to the finish. It was a tough, hard muddy slog all the way round as the day got warmer and the sun came out.

Well done to all those who ran

Pos	Name	Cat	Time
7	Carl Helliwell	M40	00:56:51
9	Dave Bagot	M	00:58:07
36	Mark Nutter	M50	01:09:02
44	James Hickie	M50	01:11:01
49	Peter Browning	M50	01:12:38
62	Stephen Breckell	M60	01:16:15
63	David Naylor	M60	01:16:35
69	Peter Dugdale	M60	01:19:02
71	Andrew Firth	M50	01:20:38

JUNIOR GREAT NORTH RUN

Helana White took part in the Junior Great North Run with her brother Alfie racing against children from all over the UK. Helana finished in an impressive 3^rd place in her age category with a time of 00:17:02. The waves were set off a few minutes apart from oldest to youngest and Helana had to battle past walkers and slower runners from older categories until she got a clear path. She caught the 4^th place runner at the bridge and kept her position until the finish.

Helana White at the Junior Great North Run.

Helana and Alfie met Colin Jackson and watched a masterclass in long jump given by Olympian Greg Rutherford.

But that wasn’t the end of things, as Helana and Alfie had been chosen to “test” the elite tape on the following day as a crowd warm up whilst waiting for the wheelchair athletes to come in. They were introduced to the crowd and their achievements were read out to lots of applause. They then went to the 200m mark and raced to the finish line with plenty of high fiving and cheering from the cloud before hitting the winners tape together. They were allowed to stay in the finishing area and met lots of elite athletes, saw Mo Farah and got given some race mementos from the finishers.

What a weekend to remember!

LA SPORTIVA LAKE DISTRICT MOUNTAIN TRIAL

The Mountain Trial is a severe test of fellrunners’ mountaineering ability and stamina. Competitors are required to traverse difficult and often dangerous terrain, rapidly but safely. Navigational skills and route choice have a direct bearing on each competitor’s safety. Evolving from a race organised by the YHA in 1952, it is run on orienteering principles and is the longest established event of its kind in Great Britain. There are three courses available to runners; the Classic, the Medium and the short.

Wendy Dodds took part in the Classic Trial and finished in 43^rd place with a time of 07:30:07 and 1^st FV60. The Classic Trial is around 18 miles and 7500ft climb (29 km and 2300m). Estimated winning time = 4.5hrs.

Katy Thompson took part in the Medium Trial finishing in 22^nd place with a time of 05:36:47 and also 1^st FV60. The Medium Trial is around 13 miles and 5000ft climb (21 km and 1500m). Estimated winning time = 3.5hrs.

We had no entries in the short trial which is a shame as fell legend Joss Naylor was taking part (maybe it’s time for a V80 category!). The Short Trial is around 9 miles and 3500ft climb (15 km and 1100m). Estimated winning time = 3hrs.

The distances shown above are as the crow flies. Actual distances covered may be up to 50% further.

Report from Katy Thompson

Wendy and I did the Lake District Mountain Trial from Seathwaite in the Duddon Valley. I did the Medium Class which was about 17 miles/5000′. The weather was fine with good visibility and for once I didn’t make any stupid route choices or navigation errors so was pleased to come 22nd of 49 runners, and first LV60.

Wendy has done 30 Mountain Trials and this year tackled the Classic Class which was a very testing course with the winner taking 5 hours. Only three women tackled this course and Wendy was 2nd. She was also second of the three over 60’s (male and female) running. An excellent achievement!

Full Results

NANT PERIS FELL RACE

Report from Ralph Baines

Saturday promised to be another sunny day, even on top of Snowdon. Andrew Priory agreed to join me to do the Nant Peris Horseshoe in North Wales, a tough 18.5 mile 8500ft race. I had done it before 20 years ago or more but couldn’t remember too much about it.

Andrew Priory and Ralph Baines at the Nant Peris race

At the start with only about 60 others they were nearly all Eryri runners as this is their local patch with other teams from Dark Peak, Mercia, Borrowdale, Rossendale and Barlick. There were 3 decent climbs on the first half including Glyder Fawr before descending down to half way at Pen Y Pass where we got drinks and a bite to eat and the runners doing the half Peris finished. Andrew was very strong on both the climbing and the descents on the longest race he had entered so far. It was off up the miners track and a big climb up Lliwedd, it was a very technical descent off there before picking up the long steep slog up the Watkin path to the top of Snowdon.

Ralph Baines at the Nant Peris Fell Race

There had been quite a few people about all day which is not surprising for such a sunny in Snowdonia but as we dropped off Snowdon we were fighting through the hordes flocking around the cafe and railways summit. There was one more climb to go and the first grassy path we had been on virtually all day, we were both getting a tired on this one but Llanberis was in sight and a lovely run in to the finish with a nice deep ford which was too tempting as an alternative to the bridge.

Andrew Priory at the Nant Peris Fell Race

All in all a superb low key race which we were made very welcome at.

NORTH WEST COUNTIES ROAD RELAY CHAMPIONSHIPS

Report from Chris Thompson

We took two junior teams down to Delamere Forest in Cheshire for the North West Counties Road Relays, however, being set inside a forest, it was definitely more like trail than road which is no problem for our juniors. First up we had the U11 Boy’s team of Finley Stubbs, Robbie Smedley and Dexta Thompson who ran in that order.

Finlay Stubbs in the U11 race

The boys set off at a fantastic pace and Finley kept up towards the front as did Robbie who went second and came in strong leaving Dexta to finish off and get a brilliant finish with the fastest leg overall by 20 seconds. Not only were the boys the Lancashire team winners but were the overall winners as well.

U11 Boys Race

Pos	Name	Time
6	Finley Stubbs	6:23
3	Robbie Smedley	6:35
1	Dexta Thompson	5:44

There was then a 2 hour wait for the U15 Girls team to run. This was an extremely tough category for the girls; not only were they up against high ranking competition, they also had to run with the U17 girls.

Millie Stubbs in the U15 Race

We had Millie Stubbs, Liberty Thompson and Briony Holt, running in that order. The girls put in a great run with Briony powering round at the end and picking off loads to make the girls finish 3^rd for Lancashire.

U15 Girls Race

U15 Girls. L-R Millie Stubbs, Liberty Thompson and Briony Holt

Pos	Name	Time
18	Millie Stubbs	14:59
22	Liberty Thompson	16:23
17	Briony Holt	14:25

It was a great day and both teams made us proud and it was also a little taster of the cross country racing to come. Many thanks to Jason Pier for entering the teams.

Full Results

PODIUM CLAYTON Vs TRAWDEN CHALLENGE

A race for the bragging rights. 3 races with JUST Clayton and Trawden members invited.

Clayton V Trawden. Which team would win the battle of the clubs? Photo by David Belshaw

Race 1 – U10 1K, race 2 – U14 3K and Race 3 – Seniors 5K. Who would be victorious and walk away heads held high?

Team Clayton seniors ready to rumble! Photo by David Belshaw

1K Race– (U8 & U10)

In both the 1K and 3K races there were points available for the first 35 male and 35 female runners. So, first male got 35 points, second male got 34 points, and so on. The same system applied for the female runners with first female getting 35 points, second female getting 34, and so on.

Charlie Plant in the 1K race. Photo by David Belshaw

35 young runners took part in this race. With only 10 runners for Clayton the pressure was on and they needed to really pull the stops out to give the club a good start to the challenge. There were some outstanding runs from our youngest members, especially Dexta Thompson and Robbie Smedley who had already raced and won the North West Regional Road Relays earlier in the day! Dexta Thompson won the race, Robbie Smedley was 3^rd,and there were some great performances all round earning us 178 points. A good start but Trawden AC took the lead due to much greater numbers in this race – 25 runners for them and only 10 for us.

Scores in this race: Clayton-le-Moors Harriers 178 – Trawden AC 452

Pos	Name	Cat	Cat/Pos	Time	Points
1	Dexta Thompson	M	(1/21)	00:03:23	35
3	Robbie Smedley	M	(3/21)	00:03:40	33
6	Matthew Jackson	M	(6/21)	00:03:52	30
15	Kady Thompson	F	(2/14)	00:04:23	21
20	Rachel Stevenson	F	(5/14)	00:04:43	16
23	Charlie Plant	F	(7/14)	00:05:05	13
24	Ellisia Smedley	F	(8/14)	00:05:08	12
26	Finan Holdsworth	M	(17/21)	00:05:19	10
31	Emily Johnson	F	(12/14)	00:06:01	5
33	Olly Plant	M	(20/21)	00:06:19	3

3K RACE (U12 & U14)

With 12 Clayton runners and 10 Trawden runners in this race, there was a bit of an advantage for us and a chance to claw back some much needed points for the club.

Our older juniors really went for it with the top four slots going to Clayton runners including first male and female in the race. Briony Holt was our first girl; a great result as she had also raced earlier in the day at the Northern Counties Road Relay Championships. Yet again, we saw some great running from all of the juniors.

Scores in this race: Clayton-le-Moors Harriers 294 – Trawden AC 245

Total after 2 races Clayton-le-Moors Harriers 472 – Trawden AC 697

Pos	Name	Cat	Cat/Pos	Time	Points
1	Nicholas Hennessey	M	(1/8)	00:11:39	35
2	Lennon Jackson	M	(2/8)	00:11:43	34
3	Stanley Grewal	M	(3/8)	00:11:44	33
4	Briony Holt	F	(1/14)	00:11:48	32
7	Sophie Ashworth	F	(3/14)	00:12:33	29
12	Natasha Olszewska	F	(6/14)	00:13:05	24
13	William Nicholls	M	(7/8)	00:13:05	23
16	Keira Stevenson	F	(9/14)	00:13:27	20
18	Bethany Wheatcroft	F	(11/14)	00:14:15	18
19	Roanna Holdsworth	F	(12/14)	00:14:35	17
21	Bronia Olszewska	F	(13/14)	00:16:54	15
22	Emily Nichols	F	(14/14)	00:17:00	14

5K RACE – SENIORS

Finally, it was time for the seniors and with a 225 point advantage, it was looking like it might be in the bag for Trawden AC. The scores at this point were not yet known which was probably a good thing.

Scoring in this race was slightly different. The first twenty senior male and female runners got scores with first male and female earning 20 points, second male and female earning 19 points, and so on.For the Vets, the first 10 male and female runners got points for each age category.

Danny Collinge winner of the race. Photo by David Belshaw

Louisa Powell- Smith, first lady. Photo by David Belshaw

With 40 Clayton runners vs 26 Trawden runners it looked like there might be an opportunity for us to claw back some much needed points.

Small but mighty Orlaith OMahoney powering past Trawden runner Andrew Mullen. Photo by David Belshaw

With a greater proportion of women and our amazing super vets in the V65 and V70 categories who earned a massive 39 points between them, we scored well.

Top L-R Val Lawson (LV70), Christine Leathley(LV65)
Richard Lawson (V70) seen in between Daniel Plant and Reece Lawrence. Photos by David Belshaw

Trawden AC were dominant in the M40 & M45 age categories but with equal or greater numbers in all other categories the points were stacking up in our favour!

Breton Holdsworth racing hard in the hotly contested V40 category. Photo by David Belshaw

With top ten finishes for 7 of our male runners and first three female finishers we were running well. The M40 category was the only one to have more runners than available points but only two of our runners did not score whereas 4 Trawden runners missed out in this category. All other runners earned points for the club.

Pos	Name	Cat	Cat/Pos	Time	Clayton
1	Danny Collinge	M	(1/15)	00:15:54	20
2	Jacob Watson	M	(2/15)	00:16:47	19
4	Jordan McDonald	M	(3/15)	00:17:01	18
5	Richard Stevenson	M40	(1/15)	00:17:35	10
7	Matthew Duckworth	M	(4/15)	00:17:48	17
8	Breton Holdsworth	M40	(3/15)	00:17:53	8
9	Chris Snell	M	(5/15)	00:17:54	16
12	Louisa Powell-Smith	F	(1/8)	00:18:20	20
14	Dave Motley	M	(6/15)	00:18:37	15
17	Paul Hesketh	M50	(1/4)	00:18:54	10
21	Gareth Berry	M40	(11/15)	00:19:40	0
22	George Pier	M	(7/15)	00:19:42	14
23	Daniel Plant	M	(8/15)	00:19:43	13
24	Reece A. Lawrence	M	(9/15)	00:19:51	12
27	John Wilcock	M50	(2/4)	00:20:03	9
29	Neil Garnett	M55	(1/2)	00:20:26	10
31	Adam Stephenson	M	(11/15)	00:20:35	10
32	Elizabeth Mullan	F	(2/8)	00:20:38	19
33	Andy Quinn	M45	(4/7)	00:20:51	7
34	Robert Morrison	M40	(13/15)	00:21:07	0
35	Jason Pier	M45	(5/7)	00:21:07	6
36	Orlaith O’Mahoney	F	(3/8)	00:21:25	18
39	Paul Wale	M45	(6/7)	00:21:59	5
41	Carl Carey	M45	(7/7)	00:22:32	4
43	Craig Nicholls	M	(13/15)	00:22:51	8
44	Cassandra Smedley	F35	(1/2)	00:23:12	10
45	Michelle Abbott	F35	(2/2)	00:23:22	9
47	Lisa Johnson	F40	(2/3)	00:24:34	9
50	Beth Quinn	F	(4/8)	00:24:54	17
51	Chris Lawrence	M50	(4/4)	00:25:07	7
52	Simon Wilshaw	M	(15/15)	00:25:09	6
56	Jane Hylands	F45	(2/4)	00:26:20	9
57	Lucy Stevenson	F	(6/8)	00:27:38	15
59	Adrienne Olszewska	F45	(3/4)	00:28:22	8
61	Richard Lawson	M70	(1/1)	00:29:31	10
62	Marion Wilkinson	F70	(1/2)	00:29:36	10
63	Jane Pier	F45	(4/4)	00:29:40	7
64	Judith Carey	F	(8/8)	00:30:09	13
65	Christine Leathley	F65	(1/1)	00:31:58	10
66	Val Lawson	F70	(2/2)	00:32:41	9

Scores in this race: Clayton-le-Moors Harriers 437 – Trawden AC 186

Final Scores after 3 races Clayton-le-Moors Harriers 909 – Trawden AC 883

A victory for Clayton-le-Moors Harriers by a margin of 26 points. This was an excellent event, organised by Chris Barnes of Podium Races that really made the most of the friendly rivalry between the two clubs whilst managing to be one of the most inclusive events around. There was a role for ALL runners and it was wonderful to see such a great turnout of runners from 5 or 6 years old right through to runners in their 70s.

Roll on the next one!

Full Results

SUNDAY 11 SEPTEMBER

BURNSALL FELL RACE

Senior Race

Richard Briscoe and Stephen Fish ran in this BOFRA race in Burnsall Village in Wharfedale. Richard was the first Clayton finisher in 49^th place and Stephen was 62^nd. There were 74 finishers in the race.

Pos	Name	Cat	Time
49	Richard Briscoe	M	22:38
62	Stephen Fish	M60	25:28

U12 Race

Another win for Dexta giving him a hat trick of wins this weekend. Chris Brown was our next finisher in 8^th place and Jenson Bentham was 15^th. Ella Dorrington was our sole girl runner and finished in 22^nd place.

Pos	Name	Cat	Time
1	Dexta Thompson	M	06:09
8	Chris Brown	M	06:48
15	Jenson Bentham	M	07:09
22	Ella Dorrington	F	07:22

U9 Race

Felix Thompson was our only runner in the U9 race finishing in 20^th place in a field of 45 runners

Pos	Name	Cat	Time
20	Felix Thompson	M	04:44

Full Results

GREAT NORTH RUN

Nine Clayton-le-Moors Harriers joined Mo Farah to run in this year’s Great North Run. Our first finisher was Colin Shuttleworth in 1042^nd place and with a time of 01:32:42. Our two lady runners finished at the same time but Hayley Copeman was given the higher position at the finish line. Colin White was running the race for the 5^th time and smashed his previous half marathon PB by over 3½ minutes. Mick Hughes was pleased with his sub 2 hour time even though he described his run as hot and hurting plenty.

MicK Hughes at the Great North Run

Well done to our runners who raised lots of money for deserving causes.

Report from Hayley Copeman

Helen Harrison and I travelled up with Nick Roscoe to take part in the Great North Run. Helen and I started the race together and ended it together which wasn’t easy with the amount of people running. I was stronger earlier on and would lose Helen then struggle to find her. Helen was stronger in the second half, so sometimes struggled to find me. It was hot and the water stations were well needed. The whole atmosphere was fantastic and the organisation was second to none. The support was terrific – bands en-route, people offering oranges, jelly babies and ice pops, and high-fiving all the kids was real fun.

Hayley Copeman (L) and Helen Harrison with their Great North Run Medals

I struggled at mile 11 but got a second wind on the last mile along the front. I’ve never been so happy to see a finish line! Unfortunately, it was so congested by the time we got there it was impossible to do a fast finish. Helen and I crossed the line together. We loved it, raised lots of money for Pendleside Hospice and ticked off another of our 50 2 50 challenges.

Pos	Name	BIB	Finish Time
1042	Colin Shuttleworth	2121	01:32:42
2428	Nick Roscoe	3091	01:40:20
2831	Colin White	8834	01:41:56
4101	Alun Hall	1083	01:45:58
7213	Mick Hughes	25716	01:53:22
12448	Ian Hargreaves	19124	02:02:28
22486	Hayley Copeman	33512	02:20:45
22486	Helen Harrison	25159	02:20:45
24566	Mark Knowles	20253	02:24:41

THE YORKSHIREMAN MARATHON AND HALF MARATHON

Jonny McKenna ran as half of a pair with Chris Williams and finished first in the pairs race with a time of 03:48:41

Jonny McKenna winner of the pairs with Chris of Queensbury Running Club. Photo by Woodentops

Jonny McKenna winner of the pairs with Chris Williams of Queensbury Running Club. Photo by Woodentops

Six Clayton-le-Moors Harriers took part in the off-road half marathon. Richard Stevenson was our first male finisher in 7^th place with a time of 01:59:01. Jeffrey Pickup was our second finisher in 32^nd and 02:15:29. Vicky Heys was our first lady finisher in 88^th overall with atime of 02:31:29. Angela Shian and Barbara Savage were 106^th and 107^th. Dawn Terry is missing from the results. There were 203 finishers.

Report from Richard Stevenson

Sunday saw me tackle the Yorkshireman off road half marathon in Haworth organised by Keighley & Craven AC. From the few people I’d asked they said it was a tough course that could be tricky to navigate and with me being unable to reccy any part of it I was a little apprehensive about the race.

Richard Stevenson on the Yorkshireman Off Road Half Marathon. Photo by Woodentops

After waving off the full marathon runners and then then getting some advice and tips from the Clayton runners Angela, Vicky, Dawn and Jeffrey who were also do the half we were ready to go. With my concerns on the route and with the 5K from the night before in my legs my head told me to take it slowly and see how it went but that was not really going to happen. The first 4 miles were steady away with a lot climbing and we soon started to spread out and found myself running pretty much on my own, after a couple of more miles I started to catch up with the marathon runners who has started earlier and eased any fears as I knew I was on the right track.

Through checkpoint 1 and onto the road, this was where the full and half routes split and once again I found myself all alone. Luckily the route was fairly easy to follow and I was soon heading down to Oxenhope but by now I’d been caught by a runner from Stainland. This did lead to some confusion as we came to one junction and the official YORM sign said to go right but he’d been on one of the reccy runs and it is was left, we ended up going with the sign and went wrong thankfully it took onto the road and down the wrong side of reservoir and we were soon back on track.

We hit checkpoint 2 and I was beginning to tire and knew that I wouldn’t be able to keep with the Stainland runner; I pushed on for last couple of miles back into Howarth and then had the ridiculous climb up the cobbled street to the finish at the school.

On finishing I was informed of my official time and position and was very chuffed to see that I’d finished 7th overall, I’d thought I was possibly around the top ten but wasn’t sure.

Really enjoyed the race, great route and I didn’t need to worry about the route as apart from my one error it was easy to navigate. There was plenty of homemade food and cakes at the finish and I even picked up a bottle of wine as a prize.

Jeffrey Pickup at the Yorkshireman Off Road Half Marathon. Photo by Woodentops

Well done to all the Clayton runners who took part, especially Jeffrey for his V60 prize and Jonny McKenna who did the full marathon and was one half of the first pair home.

Report from Angela Shian

Myself, Vicky Heys, Barbara Savage and Dawn Terry ran in the Yorkshireman Half (15 miles not 13!!!!).

L-R Angela Shian, Vicky Heys, Barbara Savage and Dawn Terry

We had lovely weather, it’s a great trail route through parts of the bBonte way and the hills of Haworth. The race organisers always put on a well organised event! Best bit is broth, bread, cakes and biscuits after! Richard Stevenson was our prize winner.

Pos	Name	Cat	Time
7	Richard Stevenson	MV40	01:59:01
32	Jeffrey Pickup	MV60	02:15:32
88	Vicky Heys	FV40	02:31:29
106	Angela Shian	F	02:38:53
107	Barbara Savage	FV50	02:40:24

Full Results

PARKRUN ROUNDUP

Bedford parkrun – A total of 302 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
170	Eileen JONES	28:35	VW60-64	First Timer!

Burnley parkrun – A total of 341 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
1	Danny COLLINGE	17:21	SM20-24
4	Jonathan PYE	18:30	SM25-29
11	Kevin DAVIES	19:26	VM50-54
12	Jackson MCKAY	19:26	JM11-14
14	John HARTLEY	20:05	VM55-59
26	Gareth BERRY	20:46	VM40-44
40	Stuart PROCTOR	22:02	VM35-39
44	Martin BRADY	22:24	VM50-54
47	Andy QUINN	22:43	VM45-49
57	Reece Adam LAWRENCE	23:45	JM15-17
65	Nina KEWIN	23:56	VW35-39
75	Toby BIRTWISTLE	24:28	JM10
76	Charlie BIRTWISTLE	24:30	JM10
87	Carl CAREY	24:55	VM45-49
92	Donna SCOTT	25:08	VW50-54
95	Annabel WILCOCK	25:13	JW15-17
96	John WILCOCK	25:13	VM50-54
98	Donna AIREY	25:20	VW35-39
100	Nicholas HENNESSEY	25:22	JM11-14
103	Sophie ASHWORTH	25:27	JW11-14
106	Bethany WHEATCROFT	25:31	JW11-14
110	Lisa JOHNSON	25:38	VW40-44
112	Andrew TAYLOR	25:40	VM55-59
114	Aaron LUNDIE	25:43	JM11-14
137	Bianca BENNETT	26:38	SW25-29
173	Robert HIRST	27:38	VM65-69
180	Ron CHAPPELL	28:02	VM65-69
216	Christine Jennifer EGERTON	30:08	VW65-69
271	Christine LEATHLEY	32:42	VW65-69

Burnley Junior parkrun – A total of 75 runners took part

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
1	Nicholas HENNESSEY	7:47	JM11-14
2	Lennon JACKSON	7:56	JM11-14
4	Matthew JACKSON	8:41	JM10
5	Natasha OLSZEWSKA	8:45	JW11-14	New PB!
11	Bethany WHEATCROFT	9:06	JW11-14
13	Joshua MCKAY	9:16	JM10	First Timer!
15	Kady THOMPSON	9:35	JW10
18	Imogen FERGUSON	10:06	JW11-14
28	Bronia OLSZEWSKA	11:00	JW11-14	New PB!
38	Charlie PLANT	11:45	JW10
41	Jessica MCBRIDE	12:01	JW10	New PB!

Delamere parkrun – A total of 248 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
13	Ivan WHIGHAM	20:49	VM50-54	First Timer!

Dewsbury parkrun – A total of 96 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
83	Robin PRICE	34:49	VM70-74

Marple parkrun – A total of 182 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
153	Ron HILL	32:04	VM75-79

Pendle parkrun – A total of 82 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
4	Paul BRANNON	20:20	VM55-59
54	Harry WALKER	33:24	VM65-69

ByAdrienne Olszewska

An epic week

There maybe a change in the air, the dark nights will soon be drawing in and the frenetic activity of summer is coming to an end. Well not for Clayton-le-Moors Harriers. This week has seen plenty of tarmac thumping action at 10k, half marathon and 20 mile distances. There have been fell races of all lengths, muddy trail races, mountain races and ultra distances in the Lake District.

MONDAY 29 AUGUST

Black Combe Country Fair, Bootle

This is a new route for 2016, based loosely on a previous race route that last ran about 10 years ago and is part of the Black Combe Country Fair. From the showground in Bootle, the route heads through farmland onto the fell, up and down Black Combe and back the same way. The downhill promises to be fast and great fun, possibly rivalling the last downhill of the March Black Combe race.

Wendy Dodds was our sole representative at this race finishing in 18^th place overall.

Pos	Name	Category	Time
18	Wendy Dodds	FV60	01:42:19

Full Results

TUESDAY 30 AUGUST

Kilnsey Cragg

Kilnsey Show first took place 1897 – Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee year. It’s keynote aim – as today – is to promote and showcase the regional agricultural world, notably the breeding, rearing and exhibition of livestock, coupled with other kindred arts, crafts and rural industries.

Stephen Fish at the chimney on the Kilnsey Crag Race

Towards the end of the afternoon, Kilnsey Sports take centre stage, notably the famous fell races, involving the punishing ascent and descent of famous Kilnsey Crag, one of the toughest fell running tests in the sport.

Andrew Firth and Stephen Fish took part in this short but tough fell race.

Pos	Name	Category	Time
64	Andrew Firth	MV50	00:14:08
77	Stephen Fish	MV60	00:16:11

Full Results

THURSDAY 1 SEPTEMBER

Hades Hill

This is a 5 mile fell race with 1181ft of ascent organised by Andems Runners. Five Clayton-le-Moors Harriers took part.

Pos	Name	Cat	Time
36	A. Howarth	MV55	45:57
39	D. Rushton	MV45	46:39
85	M. Frost	MV60	58:43
92	R. Hirst	MV65	63:55
99	R. Chappell	MV65	75:01

Full Results

SATURDAY 3 SEPTEMBER

Ben Nevis

23 club members took the trip up to Scotland to take part in the Ben Nevis Race.

Clayton runners out in force at the Ben Nevis Race

The Annual Pilgrimage to the Ben Nevis Fell Race – Dave Motley

(The Ben) is a monster of a mountain and for a lot of us Harriers it’s an annual pilgrimage. This year was my 8th year in a row taking part in this beast of a race. As usual the day starts with the annual meander around Fort William, brew at the Nevis café and a look around every walking shop. This year the talk in the field was about “the grassy bank”, runners not sure of route choice after the organisers placed a no go zone on the area due to erosion. Tales of different routes coming from everywhere, but which way does Finlay Wild go? What about the other locals? I know a man from Borrowdale that went…. You get the picture. I decided to do what I always do, follow the bloke in front of me! Oh what it must be like to be the leader without that choice!

Dave Motley at the Ben Nevis Race

The race starts at 1pm after following the procession of pipers. Quick lap of the field and off we go. I felt I started pretty easy and was surprised when my watch beeped and said 6:30 for the first mile on the road. Get to the pub and this is where the race really begins with a gradual climb all the way up to ‘Red Burn’. Kirt Livesey seemed to set off hard and was climbing well. Me and Dave Bagot had him in our sights but once I got to ‘Red Burn’ I seemed to struggle and runners were streaming past me; all I could think was why can’t I walk as fast as a 60yr old bloke? I reached the summit in 1hr 20 neck and neck with Russell Clarke and just behind the climbing animal that is Belshaw with Bagot and Livesey no longer in sight. I handed in the tag and the descent begins.

Sobering signage on the Ben Nevis race route!

No real issues on the descent although I seemed to mince down a little and Russell lost me quickly. Last mile on the road and I seemed to get going again passing runners for fun, am I becoming a road runner? That scares me! Finishing time of 2:04 which I was a little disappointed with. Then it was time to get the dancing shoes for the evening fun. The evening always starts with the team meal at the Alexandra Hotel, which was great as always. Then it’s beer, beer and more beer. Another great night! Which has got to be the highlight of the trip!. Here’s to No 9 in 2017!

A few drinks after the Ben Bevis race 2016.

Pos	Name	Cat	Time
53	David Bagot		01:57:48
60	Kirt Livesey	DK	01:58:41
84	Russell Clarke	E	02:03:46
85	Dave Motley		02:04:11
92	Ryan Belshaw		02:05:16
123	Garry Wilkinson	L	02:10:32
142	Lee Smith		02:13:16
159	Ryan Wilkinson		02:15:19
168	Christopher Whiteoak		02:17:14
188	Neil Hardiman	DK	02:19:59
190	Kieron Carr	I	02:20:09
200	Ralph Baines	DE	02:21:41
212	Jack Holt	I	02:22:23
224	Jon Sharples	I	02:24:02
231	Dominic Carr	D	02:25:06
317	Nicholas Roscoe	D	02:38:27
326	Stephen Bury	L	02:39:46
341	Barbara Savage	L	02:41:09
352	David Nield	L	02:43:07
361	Wendy Dodds	FI	02:45:03
403	Andrew Robinson	HI	02:54:46
412	Andrew Dugdale	L	02:55:32
444	Nicola Dugdale	FL	03:07:25

Full Results

Blackshaw Head Fete

Blackshaw Head is a village above Hebden Bridge in the upper Calderdale Valley. The Blackshaw Head Fell Race is part of the village fete held each year on the Saturday after the August bank holiday. It is a 5.5 mile route with 900ft of ascent.

Andy Bradley was our first finisher and was 24^th overall. Michael Frost finished in 49^th place

Pos	Name	Category	Time
24	Andy Bradley	MV50	49:24
49	Michael Frost	MV60	65:55

Full Results

Derwentwater 15K Trail Race

A trio of trail runners took part in the Derwentwater 15K trail race organised by the Lakeland Trail Series. Matthew Duckworth was our first man home, finishing in 6^th place overall with a time of 01:14:36. Roger Brewster was next in 39^th place and a time of 01:24:36. Our sole lady runner was Bianca Bennett who was 152^nd with a time of 01:48:06.

Report by Matthew Duckworth

When looking for things to do on holiday in the Lake District for a week I realised that one of the Lakeland Trail Races was on while we were there, and after the reports from the Cartmel race earlier in the year, it was sold for me. Fast forward 2 months, after a great Grand Prix season, an equally strong finish on the Pendle 3 Peaks, and after a two week fasting from racing, I was raring to go on race day of the Derwentwater 15k trail race.

Matthew Duckworth at the Derwentwater 15K trail race. Photo by Lakeland Trails

Arriving at registration to a buzzing atmosphere just confirmed how the Lakeland Trails Races had been reported and hopefully the route wouldn’t disappoint. When I saw a friendly face at the start line, Roger Brewster, he let know about how good the route was but there was no time to chat as we were just about to start! Plan was to sit in at a comfortable pace, hopefully in a chasing pace, and save as much as I dared for the reputed very fast 1.5 mile finish. Within a half a mile I realised that wasn’t going to happen. Either there wasn’t a chasing pack or it wasn’t my comfortable pace – I was running on my own with only 7 or 8 others ahead.

When the route started climbing through the very muddy forest I started to test the few runners close enough and managed to pass one before the real climb into the foothills of Blencathra (not that I could see any of the landscape in the low cloud). I managed to go back to the plan on my own for a few miles until that descent found me. It was just as I’d been told, a very fast, very runnable descent although as I looked at my watch showing 8.5 miles I was wondering how I was going to get into Kendal in the distance.

Bianca Bennett at the Derwentwater 15K trail race. Photo by Lakeland Trails

After another mile I realised the route may be a little long! Not a lot left in the tank and not knowing how far it was to the finish, I had to muster the rest of my energy to push myself another quarter mile before I could hear the music and the crowd at the finish. That was the push I needed to keep the places I took down off the mountain and end up in 6th place.

What a great event! A very unique set up with ‘challenge’ and ‘race’ runners setting off separately. ‘Challengers’ set off an hour before the racer giving a new challenge for race runners because from half way round the course you had the added job to pass the ‘challengers’ on a tight path that could be a bit tricky. Was a brilliant event for Bianca and me, also for Roger who once again won his age category!

Roger Brewster at the Derwentwater 15K trail race. Photo by Lakeland Trails

Pos	Name	Category	Time
6	Matthew Duckworth	M	01:14:36
39	Roger Brewster	MV60	01:24:43
152	Bianca Bennett	F	01:48:06

Full Results

Grand Tour of Skiddaw

Ultra runners Nicholas Olszewski and Martin Terry took part in this 45 mile, Lakeland ultra race. Martin Terry finished in 8th place with a time of 08:27:17 and 1st V50. Nick Olszewski was 28th in 10:22:09. A total of 68 runners completed the course with the final runner taking over 15 hours to complete.

Report from Nicholas Olszewski

Having a had a traumatic 3 weeks, with my father dying, his funeral and a week later having to take Sally dog to the vets to be put down, topped off with a pending foot operation, my heart wasn’t up for this particular event, but having done it I’m so glad I did.

The Grand Tour of Skiddaw is a small affair, well organised by Gaynor Prior and her crew, sponsored by La Sportiva and covers 44 miles and 7,300 feet of ascent, the start and finish is at Lime House School in Dalston and is almost a spoon shape when you look at the route on the map, from the start you head out towards Caldbeck to the first checkpoint, in and out of here as I still had plenty of fluid and snacks. The route so far had been reasonably flat but with High Pike looming in the distance the climbing was about to start.

Nick Olszewski (orange cap) at the start of the Grand Tour of Skiddaw

The route initially follows the Cumbria Way and on reaching the summit of High Pike the views in front towards the open fell where as spectacular as ever. It was a bit of a trudge to Skiddaw House, much further than I remember, but on reaching it the terrain became all too familiar, as this next section to Latrigg Cark Park was on the Lakeland 100 which I’d covered last year, but in reverse.

Latrigg was a welcome sight, as the weather had deteriorated to persistent rain and driving wind and with the biggest climb of the day ahead, which was the half way point, I started my steady climb up Skiddaw, hood and jacket battened down. At the summit you have a hand bell to ring which I did with vigour and lots of shouting at the wind and rain before sharply descending down Longside Edge over Ullock Pike and The Edge towards the sheltered haven of Melbecks and the 3rd checkpoint at Peter House Farm.

Nick Olszewska on the Grand Tour of Skiddaw

The route back to Cladbeck, the last checkpoint, was fairly sheltered and low level and as the rain cleared and I started to dry out. I managed to regain a nice steady pace towards Orthwaite and a particularly long road section towards Longlands before hitting the fells again towards Fell Side, finally dropping off and hitting the route we took on the way out to the final checkpoint at Caldbeck where there were some yummy, much needed, cheese and pickle sandwiches.

Martin Terry on the Grand Tour of Skiddaw

The route from here retraces your steps from the outbound route. It’s strange how distance feels so much further after 35 miles or so, as this section seemed to take me forever! Finally though, I could see the spires of the school and, as I came down the drive to the finish, I was so glad I’d not bottled out because of this month’s events, the 10 hours 22 minutes it took me to complete, finishing 28th, had given me time to sort stuff out and get some perspective back. Not one of my finest hours, but that wasn’t the objective for the day, a brilliant event with the same brilliant people you get on these types of events and I’ll back next year to possibly race it and also drag Adrienne along to have a go, in fact we’ll be camping and making a full weekend of it.

Full Results

SUNDAY 4 SEPTEMBER

Bolton Community Half Marathon

The newest half marathon in the UK, this race is a lead up to the Bolton Community Marathon in 2017. The Bolton Marathon started in 1981 and was one of the first and largest marathons in the country.

Jonathan Cleaver was our sole representative.

Race Report from Jon Cleaver

There were 700 entrants to this inaugural half marathon starting at the centre of Bolton. The weather was much better than expected. The race started out on a decent climb up the Chorley New Road and the descended into West Houghton. There was a mixture of trail and road surface to contend with on the canal bank. You looped round and climbed back onto the Chorley New Road for a 2 mile descent back into the centre. There was a great atmosphere with a lot of the locals cheering you on. Overall I finished 18th @ 1:26:18 which was better than expected after a pretty disruptive week moving house.

Full Results

Bradley FR

This is 3.5 mile race with 900ft of climb and runs in conjunction with the Bradley Show. Four Clayton Harriers took part. Andrew Priory was our first finisher in 17th place overall and with a time of 29:50.

Andrew Priory at the Bradley Fell Race. Photo by Woodentops

Robert Hirst was snapping at his heels in 18th place and claiming 1st V60, with Peter Browning in 40th and Stephen Fish in 52nd.

Pos	Name	Category	Time
17	Andrew Priory	MV40	00:29:50
18	Robert Hirst	MV60	00:29:54
40	Peter Browning	MV50	00:36:13
52	Stephen Fish	MV60	00:39:30

Full Results

Garstang Half Marathon

140 Runners took part in this half marathon road race through undulating rural countryside around Garstang, the world’s first fairtrade town, and the beautiful surrounding area. The event mainly takes place on quiet country roads.

Four Clayton-le-Moors Harriers took part in the event. Daniel Isherwood was the first Clayton Runner in 28^th place overall with John Wilcock In 42^nd place, Robert Morrison in 53^rd and Stuart Proctor in 69^th

Pos	Name	Category	Time
28	Daniel Isherwood	MV35	01:33:56
42	John Wilcock	MV50	01:39:39
53	Robert Morrison	MV40	01:44:06
69	Stuart Proctor	M	01:49:31

Full Results

Goldenball 20 Mile Road Race, Lancaster

This is a flat and fast, 20 mile course which starts & finishes at Salt Ayre and uses the network of paths the route head towards Lancaster before heading towards Lancaster before returning back to Salt Ayre. Great preparation for marathon runners.

John Hartley had an excellent run finishing in 3^rd place overall and 1^st V55 with a time of 02:18:41. Joining him in the race was Daniel Plant who finished in 18^th place with a time of 02:35:51.

Pos	Name	Cat	Time
3	John Hartley	V55	02:18:41
18	Daniel Plant	M	02:35:51

Full Results

Wigan 10K

This 10K race starts and finishes on Market Street in Wigan town centre. There is also live entertainment and a continental food market making this a race with a lot of atmosphere. 3141 finishers. There was a quartet of Clayton Harriers taking part. Richard Stevenson was our first finisher in 21^st place overall and a time of 37:04. Amanda Duffy was our first lady in 316^th overall and 45:58. Ian Hargreaves was 762^nd in 51:53. Lucy Stevenson was our youngest runner and continues to improve as she transitions from junior races to senior events.

Report from Lucy Stevenson

Dad and daughter, Richard and Lucy Stevenson at the Wigan 10K

On Sunday 4th September, me and my family travelled up to Wigan to run in the Wigan 10k. Me and my dad (Richard Stevenson) ran the course whilst the rest of my family supported us. The conditions were perfect, clear skies with a light breeze. I really enjoyed the run as the course was flat and the atmosphere was amazing. The course was out and back to the sports stadium with a large loop around the stadium.

Overall I came 1616 out of 3129 runners and finished with a time of 1:01:53 for my second 10k. I was really pleased with that as I did 1:03:33 at Burnley. Wigan 10k is definitely a PB course!

Pos	Name	Cat	Time
21	Richard Stevenson	M40-44	00:37:04
316	Amanda Duffy	F35-39	00:45:58
762	Ian Hargreaves	M50-54	00:51:53
1622	Lucy Stevenson	F10-34	01:01:53

Full Results

Parkrun roundup

Another week of great parkrunning (despite the odd disruptive tractor!) for our club members. Lots of PBs and great placings as well as lots of first time visits. It’s also great to see the Burnley junior parkrun attracting plenty of keen youngsters.

Clayton Juniors getting stuck into volunteering as well as running at Burnley junior parkrun. Photo by David Belshaw

Barrow parkrun – A total of 150 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
28	Martin BRADY	23:52	VM50-54	First Timer!

Burnley parkrun – A total of 352 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
3	Kevin DAVIES	19:22	VM50-54
4	Simon SMITH	19:38	SM30-34
9	Nicholas HENNESSEY	20:01	JM11-14
12	Reece Adam LAWRENCE	20:23	JM15-17
15	Gareth BERRY	20:49	VM40-44
17	Daniel PLANT	21:14	SM30-34
24	Simon WILSHAW	21:48	JM15-17
27	Helana WHITE	21:57	JW10
29	Terry O’LEARY	22:05	VM35-39
33	Gordon BARRETT	22:19	VM50-54
35	Colin WHITE	22:36	VM40-44
36	James HICKIE	22:38	VM55-59	New PB!
44	Nathan KEWIN	22:58	JM11-14
46	Sophie ASHWORTH	23:03	JW11-14
47	Jonathan PYE	23:04	SM25-29
61	Nina KEWIN	23:45	VW35-39
66	Julie DAWES	23:51	VW45-49
70	Michelle ABBOTT	24:04	VW35-39
77	Bethany WHEATCROFT	24:27	JW11-14
78	Charlie BIRTWISTLE	24:30	JM10
89	Cassandra Darling SMEDLEY	24:59	VW35-39
90	Toby BIRTWISTLE	24:59	JM10
98	Annabel WILCOCK	25:25	JW15-17
101	John WILCOCK	25:30	VM50-54
122	Carl CAREY	26:06	VM45-49
126	Jake ANFORTH	26:20	JM10
163	Heidi KEWIN	27:39	JW11-14
174	Justin BIRTWISTLE	28:07	VM40-44
190	Jack MCGUIRE	28:53	VM60-64	New PB!
203	Ron CHAPPELL	29:19	VM65-69
216	Donna SCOTT	29:37	VW50-54
223	Helen HARRISON	29:52	VW45-49
232	Jane PIER	30:14	VW45-49	New PB!
247	Judith CAREY	30:44	VW35-39	New PB!
318	Valerie LAWSON	35:08	VW70-74
342	Richard LAWSON	41:01	VM75-79

Burnley junior parkrun – A total of 74 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
1	Dexta THOMPSON	7:20	JM10
2	Nicholas HENNESSEY	7:45	JM11-14
3	Helana WHITE	8:01	JW10	New PB!
4	Nathan KEWIN	8:14	JM11-14	New PB!
5	Robbie SMEDLEY	8:25	JM10	First Timer!
6	Charlie BIRTWISTLE	8:28	JM10	First Timer!
8	Matthew JACKSON	8:51	JM10
9	Natasha OLSZEWSKA	8:58	JW11-14	First Timer!
11	Toby BIRTWISTLE	9:03	JM10	First Timer!
12	Heidi KEWIN	9:05	JW11-14	New PB!
13	Bethany WHEATCROFT	9:08	JW11-14
15	Kady THOMPSON	9:15	JW10	New PB!
21	Felix THOMPSON	9:57	JM10
24	Imogen FERGUSON	10:03	JW11-14
42	Bronia OLSZEWSKA	11:53	JW11-14	First Timer!
53	Jessica MCBRIDE	13:08	JW10	New PB!
62	Milly MACCABE	14:12	JW10

Fell Foot parkrun, Newby Bridge – A total of 181 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
126	Eileen JONES	29:32	VW60-64

Huddersfield parkrun – A total of 578 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
439	Robin PRICE	33:03	VM70-74	First Timer!

Lancaster parkrun – A total of 232 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
114	Doug MUNROE	29:47	VM70-74

Lytham Hall parkrun – A total of 201 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
174	Philip NAYLOR	35:03	VM35-39	First Timer!

Pendle parkrun – A total of 103 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
6	John HARTLEY	20:46	VM55-59
37	Dawn TERRY	26:05	VW50-54
80	Harry WALKER	33:25	VM65-69
86	Christine LEATHLEY	34:35	VW65-69

Witton parkrun – A total of 75 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
13	Julia RUSHTON	25:48	VW50-54
14	Ian HARGREAVES	25:53	VM50-54	First Timer!

ByAdrienne Olszewska

Mountains, Milestones and Man Flu!

What a week it’s been! At first glance it seemed like it was going to be a quiet one but nothing could be further from the truth. There have been effortless wins for Chris Holdsworth and Briony Holt on the fells, 600 races under the belt for Stephen Fish, UTMB success for Jean Brown and triumph over man flu for Mick Hughes. Read on to find out more.

TUESDAY 23 AUGUST

Shipman Knotts Fell Race

Congratulations to Stephen Fish who hit an impressive personal milestone this week by competing in his 600th race! Here is his report from race number 600.

SHIPMAN KNOTTS – 4 miles/1312’ – 23/08/16

Andy Firth, Mark Nutter and myself travelled the short distance to the South Lakes to take in one of the last evening events of the summer, the excellent Shipman Knotts race. Starting from Maggs Howe, Kentmere, on perfect warm evening, the challenging out and back route took us across muddy and boggy grassland before the tough, slippery and rocky climb to the summit. Strictly speaking it is just the southern shoulder of Kentmere Pike, however quoting Alfred Wainwright’s ‘Far Eastern Fells’ book: ‘earned for itself a separate chapter by reason of the characteristic roughness of its surface…rocky outcrops are everywhere on the steep slopes’.

Stephen Fish actually running his 601st race at Pendleton. Photo by David Belshaw

From the off Mark slowly disappeared into the distance, while Andy and I were in close contact, swapping places on the rocky ascent to turn at the summit within 5 seconds of each other. On the slightly longer, but faster, alternative descent, as usual, Andy pulled away to beat me by just under 3 minutes, with Mark just over 8 minutes in front. This is one of the best category AS races I’ve done, out of the many over the years and would recommend to anyone who fancies a ‘proper’, low key, midweek fell race, well worth the short trip up the M6. It’ll be on my list for next year for sure.

Clayton Results:

Mark Nutter – MV50 – 48.12 (Mark’s P.B. is an impressive 41.39 in 2011)

Andy Firth – MV50 – 53.25

Stephen Fish – MV60 – 56.17

WEDNESDAY 24 AUGUST

Harrock Hill 4

Ivan Whigham and John Francis took part in this 5.2 mile race with 902ft of ascent. It is the 4^th race in the Harrock Hill Series.

Pos	Name	Cat	Time
52	Ivan Whigham	M50	00:42:39
223	John Francis	M70	01:25:57

Full Results

FRIDAY 26 AUGUST

UTMB – Ultra Tour de Mont Blanc

Jean Brown took part in this world famous ultra mountain race. She had an outstanding run finishing in 177th place overall and 16th woman in a time of 33:57:59. This year 1468 runners completed the course which is 170km with over 10,000m of ascent. The course starts and finishes in Chamonix and must be completed within 47 hours.

Full Results

SATURDAY 27 AUGUST

Blackpool Illuminations 5K

Mick Hughes battled through a nasty bout of man flu to run in the Blackpool Illuminations 5k finishing in 44^th place with a time of 28:10.

Mick Hughes at the Blackpool Illuminations 5K

Pos	Name	Category	Chip time
44	Mick Hughes	MV40	28:10.0

Full Results

Pendleton Fell Race

119 runners took part in this 5-mile race with 1499ft of ascent.

The race climbs gently through fields before reaching a scramble in and out of Swardean Clough. The climb continues through the tussocks before crossing the road and onto the moor proper. Runners then climb to Apronful Hill before some respite on the descent to Ashendean Clough before crossing Howcroft Brook climbing steeply up through the ferns to the wall corner. The route turns at the “Memorial” cairn descends, gently at first but then steeply down to cross Howcroft brook again. More tussocks before and after the road crossing before reversing the outward route down through the fields and village to finish at the village hall.

Dave Walker and Peter Coates heading up to the road crossing at Pendleton Fell Race. Photo by Nick Olszewski

31 Clayton-le-Moors Harriers took part in this race with Christopher Holdsworth leading throughout and winning the race with a comfortable lead. Top 20 finishes followed for Peter Coates, Kirt Livesey, Andrew McFarlance and Dave Motley. Katy Thompson was our first lady finisher in 99^th place overall with Sarah Helliwell hot on her heels in 101^st place.

Sarah Helliwell chasing Katy Thompson at the Pendleton Fell Race. Photo by Nicholas Olszewski

Sarah Helliwell chasing Katy Thompson at the Pendleton Fell Race. Photo by Nick Olszewski

Report from Christopher Holdsworth

“I’d run at Pendleton a couple of years ago, managing 2nd place in a strong field of runners. I was hoping for an easier time of it but the in-form Tom Corrigan and Mark McGoldrick, a previous Pendleton winner, both turned up to race.

Christopher Holdsworth in the lead on the climb to the road crossing at the Pendleton Fell Race. Photo by Nick Olszewski

Two years away had definitely wiped my memory of how tough the race was; the grass, ferns and tussocks were relentless and had my heart rate and lungs working overtime and had me wanting to give up every second of the way to the summit. I held on, managed to gain a bit of a gap which I could extend on the more runnable descents and finished in 36:29.

The Road Crossing “dream team”

The race was really well supported by a lot of Clayton Harriers and some good performances throughout.”

Pos	Name	Cat	Time
1	Chris Holdsworth		00:36:29
10	Peter Coates	V40	00:40:48
14	Kirt Livesey	V40	00:41:40
16	Andrew McFarlane	V40	00:41:56
20	Dave Motley		00:42:40
21	Alan Life	V50	00:43:05
22	Dave Walker		00:43:18
28	Brian Horrocks	V50	00:44:42
30	Andrew Priory	V40	00:45:08
31	Andrew Orr	V40	00:45:23
36	Ivan Whigham	V50	00:47:05
37	Richard Briscoe		00:47:08
38	Chris Whiteoak		00:47:16
42	Mark Nutter	V50	00:48:05
60	Peter Browning	V50	00:51:03
66	James Hickie	V50	00:51:44
73	Richard Bellaries	V60	00:53:05
75	Stephen Bury	V50	00:53:17
76	Andrew Firth	V50	00:53:47
78	Peter Dugdale	V60	00:53:58
82	Andrew Dugdale	V50	00:54:54
89	David Nield	V50	00:55:52
92	Stephen Breckell	V60	00:56:05
94	Stephen Fish	V60	00:56:16
98	Martin Brady	V50	00:57:24
99	Katy Thompson	LV60	00:57:50
101	Sarah Helliwell	L	00:57:59
108	Michael Frost	V60	01:05:15
112	Robert Hirst	V60	01:13:18
113	Richard Clutterbuck	V70	01:15:55
119	John Francis	V70	01:31:09

Full Results

SUNDAY 28 AUGUST

Great Eccleston Scouts Flat 4 Miler

73 runners took part in this 4 mile race that takes in the beautiful lanes of Great Eccleston and Elswick. Super vet couple Richard and Val Lawson finished in 53^rd and 69^th place respectively. Richard was 2^nd V75 male and Val was 1^st V70 lady.

Pos	Name	Cat	Time
53	Richard Lawson	V75	00:34:38
69	Val Lawson	FV70	00:43:20

Results from UK Road Race Facebook page

Grasmere Sports

Briony Holt continues to enjoy a fabulous racing season by taking the U17 trophy at the Classic Lakeland fell race at Grasmere Sports. She was first girl and 11^th overall in the U17 race.

Race Report from Briony Holt

After traveling up to Keswick on the Saturday to watch the home internationals trials, me and my dad drove up to Grasmere the next day for the sports event they hold every year. At the end of a gruelling 2 hours of driving, we were greeted with the sight of a yellow foam hand directing us to the car park – I say car park but what I really mean is a bogged in field. It wasn’t the clearest of days but soon enough the sun did make an appearance.

The Grasmere Sports Fell Race route

The course was one of the steepest I’ve ever run and was quite challenging. On the way to the top it was mainly narrow grassy paths with little places to overtake. Once we got to the top, there was a scramble (more like rock climbing) to reach a pole which you had to touch to be allowed back down. This was my favourite part of the race because it makes the course more interesting rather than just turning around and returning the same way down. The descent followed a similar route up but just with a small loop at the top.

Briony Holt on the ascent at Grasmere Sports

Overall, I came 11th and 1st under 17 girl and received the most ridiculously huge trophy I’ve ever seen, but sadly I didn’t get to keep it ? One of the photographers there, Dave Woodhead jokingly made me put it on my head for a photo at the end. Anything for a laugh right? ? I would recommend this race because the atmosphere is great and really encouraging when running. It is steep however you wouldn’t get anything like it elsewhere!

Full Results

Halton Gill Fell Races

Helana White was first U12 girl at the Halton Gill fell race. She was also first girl in welly throwing and bale rolling so a girl of many talents!

Helana White at the Halton Gill fell race. Photo by Geoff Thompson

Awaiting official results

Not a parkrun – Yorkshire Dales

Every Saturday you can go for a run in the hills. It’s ‘Not a Park Run’ but it is timed and is a beautiful 7km route suitable for all abilities. It’s not marked but it’s easy to follow, maps are provided until you get to know the route or print you can print them off and bring them with you.

‘Not a parkrun’ Report from Carl Helliwell.

We had spent a few days in the Yorkshire Dales hostelling when we came across “not a park run”, which is a Saturday run in the area around Reeth. I ran into Reeth from Grinton Youth Hostel and met the other runners (there were 4 of us who did the run this week), which is a 7km trail route suitable for all abilities. It starts at ‘Swaledale Outdoors’ in the village and follows the river Swale westwards with a climb onto the lower section of Reeth Moor before the final blast back into Reeth.

It was a lovely sunny day and the scenery was stunning as I took in the Dales, thinking there is nowhere as nice as Northern England on a summers day. Everyone then meets back at the shop where you are offered a brew and biscuits. I then met up with Sarah and the kids on the local park before heading back to Lancashire so Sarah could do the Pendleton Fell Race. The route isn’t marked but it’s easy to follow and the shop will provide a map if needed. If any of you are in the area on holiday it is good excuse to meet new runners and see a new area. Details can be found on the shops webpage. The current record is held by Adam Perry (any relation of Matt?)

Parkrun roundup

Lots of parkrun action this weekend with a bit of parkrun tourism as well. Great placings and plenty of PBs as well.

Burnley parkrun – A total of 334 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
1	Chris SNELL	18:22	VM35-39	New PB!
5	Nicholas HENNESSEY	19:24	JM11-14
7	Andrew PAYNE	19:31	VM35-39
8	Kevin DAVIES	19:33	VM50-54
12	John HARTLEY	19:59	VM55-59
18	Reece Adam LAWRENCE	20:18	JM15-17	New PB!
21	James BOULT	20:47	SM20-24
36	Stuart PROCTOR	21:57	VM35-39
37	Donna RILEY	22:00	VW50-54
41	Robert MORRISON	22:19	VM40-44
46	Nathan KEWIN	22:40	JM11-14	New PB!
51	Sophie ASHWORTH	23:13	JW11-14
54	Donna AIREY	23:21	VW35-39
55	Nina KEWIN	23:22	VW35-39	New PB!
57	Simon WILSHAW	23:28	JM15-17
65	Julie DAWES	23:59	VW45-49
72	Bethany WHEATCROFT	24:11	JW11-14	New PB!
104	Lisa JOHNSON	25:27	VW40-44
111	Bianca BENNETT	25:38	SW25-29
116	Kian ADAMS	26:06	JM10
124	Heidi KEWIN	26:18	JW11-14
143	Natasha OLSZEWSKA	26:42	JW11-14
184	Adrienne OLSZEWSKA	28:58	VW45-49
189	Ron CHAPPELL	29:24	VM65-69
201	Richard LAWSON	30:06	VM75-79
214	Jane PIER	30:41	VW45-49	New PB!
227	Marion WILKINSON	31:27	VW70-74
231	Bronia OLSZEWSKA	31:36	JW11-14
287	Valerie LAWSON	35:15	VW70-74
288	Philip NAYLOR	35:16	VM35-39

Burnley Junior parkrun – A total of 75 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
1	Nicholas HENNESSEY	7:16	JM11-14
2	Dexta THOMPSON	7:17	JM10
5	Helana WHITE	8:15	JW10	New PB!
8	Thomas ASHWORTH	8:45	JM10	First Timer!
12	Bethany WHEATCROFT	9:09	JW11-14
22	Kady THOMPSON	9:37	JW10	New PB!
23	Imogen FERGUSON	9:38	JW11-14
24	Charlie PLANT	9:38	JW10	New PB!
50	Millie HESKETH	11:36	JW10	New PB!
58	Erin HESKETH	12:12	JW10	New PB!
63	Emily JOHNSON	13:01	JW10

Dewsbury parkrun – A total of 94 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
84	Robin PRICE	33:23	VM70-74

Fell Foot parkrun, Newby Bridge – A total of 249 runners took part

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
28	Daniel PLANT	21:08	SM30-34	First Timer!

Fountains Abbey parkrun – A total of 345 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
177	Eileen JONES	29:11	VW60-64	First Timer!

Lincoln parkrun – A total of 351 runners took part.

Rosie with Breton Holdsworth at Licoln parkrun (sadly not a PB)

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
8	Breton HOLDSWORTH	18:37	VM40-44

Marple parkrun – A total of 179 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
134	Ron HILL	31:35	VM75-79

Pendle parkrun – A total of 79 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
20	Martin BRADY	25:16	VM50-54
28	Dawn TERRY	26:16	VW50-54
34	Eleanor Betty ROOT	27:12	JW11-14
54	Christine Jennifer EGERTON	32:53	VW65-69
61	Christine LEATHLEY	34:25	VW65-69

Witton parkrun – A total of 122 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
3	Matthew DUCKWORTH	19:43	SM25-29
7	Garry R WILKINSON	20:26	VM50-54
19	Helana WHITE	23:34	JW10
30	Colin WHITE	25:06	VM40-44
47	Carl CAREY	27:10	VM45-49	First Timer!
73	Julia RUSHTON	29:46	VW50-54

York parkrun – A total of 451 runners took part

Helen Harrison at the flat York parkrun

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
427	Helen HARRISON	35:25	VW45-49

ByAdrienne Olszewska

Golf Balls, Mini Triathlons and 3 Peaks

Summer is beginning to come to a close and we will soon be turning our attention to long sleeves, long tights and dusting off the cross country spikes. But for now you are all still out and about racing hard and tackling new challenges. This week you’ve been running on the fells, competing with the best at the English Fell Championships, taking on 10K and half marathon road racing and taking part in international triathlons.

TUESDAY 16 AUGUST

Tour of the Hameldons Fell Race

The Clayton-le-Moors Harriers’ Summer Series consists of five Tuesday evening races for all members of Clayton-le-Moors Harriers and Trawden AC only. As well as the usual prizes, in each race prizes are given for the closest pre-race predicted time to the actual time. No watches allowed during each race! A runner’s best three races count for overall series prizes.

The Tour of the Hameldons is a 5.1 mile race with 940ft of ascent. 22 Clayton runners and one Trawden runner took part in this race.

Racing to the finish at the Tour of the Hameldons. Photo by David Belshaw

The race was won by Dave Motley but the best estimated time went to Carl Helliwell who was only 14 seconds out on his estimated time.

Alison Dugdale at the Tour of the Hameldons . Photo by David Belshaw

Alison Dugdale was the first lady finisher.Dave Motley takes the overall series title with wins in the three races he ran. Andrew Howarth took the title for estimated finish times.

Race Results | Series Results

WEDNESDAY 17 AUGUST

Golf Ball Fell Race

8 Clayton Harriers took part in the Golf Ball fell race. It’s a 5-mile race with 900ft of ascent organised by Rossendale Harriers. 151 runners took part. Alan Life was our first Clayton finisher in 32^nd place and 1^st V50. Sarah Helliwell was our sole lady runner and she finished in 127^th place.

Pos	Name	Cat	Time
32	Alan Life	MV50	00:47:26
68	Andy Bradley	MV50	00:52:32
87	Robert Morrison	MV40	00:54:54
90	Darren Rushton	MV45	00:55:30
106	Peter Dugdale	MV60	00:58:34
124	Stephen Fish	MV60	01:02:57
127	Sarah Helliwell	LSEN	01:03:44
148	Michael Frost	MV60	01:15:59

Full Results

Kalmar Mini Triathlon

Report from Andrew Webster

I ended up doing my first mini triathlon in Kalmar Sweden as it had been set up by work to bring people from across the European branches of our firm together for teamwork etc. The UK party arrived there early hours Tuesday morning and sorted our accommodation then a few hours’ sleep before we met up with the other groups from Austria, Germany, Norway, Slovakia, Ireland and Sweden for a spot of open water swimming practice on the “bracing” Baltic sea! I needed this as I had done approximately zero swim training relying on old fashioned British stiff upper lip to see me through that bit! Having borrowed a wetsuit as it was going to help me float we then went to get the bikes from the hire place and left them strategically near the town centre before retreating back to accommodation for a planning session (beers).

Andrew Webster at the Kalmar Mini Triathlon

The event registration was from 1400 on the Wednesday so sorted that and found a space to get changed into cycle shorts and wet suit before cunningly coating my transition socks and trainers with talc (more later). Then down to the pens with a yellow swimming cap on rather like a huge minion. 2 minutes before wave off into the water to get ready then counted down and swim started to huge cheers from the massive crowds not having practiced much I stayed at the back and finished it in 19 minutes then the joys of getting the wetsuit off by doing a dance like an angry farmer as seasoned tri people looked on in wonder!

Helmet on shoes, socks and t-shirt and off for the cycle gain massive support from huge crowds on the closed streets and it was great to get speed up only to be disconcertingly passed briefly at 1 stage by a woman pedalling furiously on a call the midwife type cycle complete with basket but pride made me pass her. The transition to run was much easier and I could really get going now unfortunately leaving huge clouds of talc dust behind in my wake from my too eager efforts to not have to towel. A lovely run round the lake and football ground into town back out and then back in under a medieval tower and speeding up slightly to pass people on the home sprint into the finish line for a finish of 1 hrs 17 minutes and some change. Probably not a good enough time to threaten the Brownlee brothers, but I was happy with it and the whole experience was tremendous. Already sorting to go again next year the support all around during was amazing and uplifting and so well organised. Now where did I leave that spare talc?

THURSDAY 18 AUGUST

Stan Curran Cowm Reservoir 5K

Pos	Name	Cat	Time
104	Jack McGuire	M60	29:22
106	Bob Hirst	M65	30:20
110	Val Lawson	W70	34:08

SATURDAY 20 AUGUST

Burnsall Junior Fell Races

Helana White was our sole junior runner at the Burnsall Junior races where she finished in 7^th place in the Under 12 race and 2^nd girl.

Helana White at the Burnsall Junior Fell Races. Photo by Woodentops

Full Results

Darwen Gala Catherine Dowdall Memorial Race

Report by Peter Browning

Darwen Gala – Funfair, rides, stalls, burgers, ice creams, rain, wind and more rain – what a shame. Never mind, there was a fell race to be done, and the runners were sent on their way by David Dunn (you know who he is John Roche).

The route complied with the local by-law that all Darwen fell races must visit Darwen Tower, and up there on the top was a very windswept Maureen Laney, with a quick shout for the three Clayton runners.

The footpaths up there have been greatly improved in recent times so the going was fast despite the wind in our faces. A mucky descent down Jacobs Ladder sorted out the road runners in the field, and a fast run back to the finish in the park where a free beer and hotdog was waiting for every finisher. Did you get that at Pendle 3 Peaks? Enjoying it crouched under an awning wasn’t great but never mind.

62 completed the course and the Clayton runners were Peter Browning, Steve Fish and Jude Ashworth.

Pos	Name	Cat	CatPos	Time
30	Peter Browning	M55	(004/006)	00:47:23
35	Stephen Fish	M60	(002/003)	00:51:45
43	Jude Ashworth	F55	(003/008)	00:54:13

Full Results

Pendle 3 Peaks Fell Race

Men’s Race

227 men completed the course in this counter race for the English Fell Running Championships. The weather was grim and feeling a tad wintery at times.

Two Daves. David Motley followed by David Bagot at the Pendle 3 Peaks Race. Photo by Holmfirth Harriers

Matt Perry was our first Clayton finisher in 38^th place overall. Danny Collinge was 48^th and 3^rd MU23, and absolutely buzzing at the end of the race – is this a definite end to his fell running – we shall see!

Danny Collinge looking happy heading to the finish at the Pendle 3 Peaks Race. Photo by David Belshaw

At the other end of the age categories, Kieran Carr was 1^st V70 and 161^st overall.

Pos	Name	Class	Time
38th	Matt Perry	M	01:26:10
48th	Danny Collinge	MU23	01:28:08
60th	Andy Laycock	M	01:31:11
68th	David Bagot	M	01:32:45
70th	Jonny McKenna	M	01:32:51
73rd	Dave Motley	M	01:33:16
81st	Carl Helliwell	MV40	01:34:43
89th	Ryan Belshaw	M	01:35:52
96th	Ryan Wilkinson	M	01:37:12
100th	Peter Coates	MV40	01:37:34
101st	Matthew Duckworth	M	01:37:37
104th	Paul Hesketh	MV50	01:38:56
107th	Chris Snell	M	01:39:36
117th	Geoff Gough	MV55	01:41:15
119th	Richard Stevenson	MV40	01:41:45
126th	Neil Hardiman	MV45	01:44:45
131st	Paul Shackleton	MV50	01:45:40
135th	Jonathan Cleaver	M	01:47:04
139th	Ivan Whigham	MV50	01:48:57
152nd	Nicholas Olszewski	MV55	01:51:10
160th	Richard Briscoe	M	01:52:59
161st	Kieran Carr	MV70	01:53:13
169th	Jon Sharples	MV60	01:55:27
170th	Richard Bellaries	MV60	01:55:34
171st	Andrew Bradley	MV50	01:55:40
178th	Michael O’Donnell	MV40	01:58:17
206th	David Naylor	MV60	02:10:42
207th	Martin Brady	MV50	02:10:54
210th	Peter Dugdale	MV60	02:12:50

Ladies Race

75 Ladies raced and they set off 15 minutes before the men. This meant that lead runners would be finishing around the same time. Four Clayton ladies took part with Wendy Dodds finishing first in 40^th place overall and 1^st V65. Barbara Savage, Katy Thompson and Sarah Helliwell were 52^nd, 59^th and 65^th respectively.

Sarah Helliwell followed by Katy Thompson at the Pendle 3 Peaks Race. Photo by Holmfirth Harriers

Pos	Name	Class	Time Taken
40th	Wendy Dodds	FV65	01:56:56
52nd	Barbara Savage	FV50	02:04:11
59th	Katy Thompson	FV60	02:11:09
65th	Sarah Helliwell	F	02:17:54

Full Results

Pilling 10K

There were 66 runners in the Pilling 10K which is the 3 race of the series and is run on flat and quiet road in the pretty village of Pilling. 3 Clayton-le-Moors Harriers took part. Laura Hesketh was our first finisher in 6^th place overall and first lady in the race with a time of 37:37. Daniel Isherwood was our first man in 10^th place and a time of 39:33. Tony Pilling was 48^th with a time of 51:59.

Pos	Name	Cat	Time
6	Laura Hesketh	F	00:37:37
10	Daniel Isherwood	M	00:39:33
48	Tony Pilling	V50	00:51:59

Full Results

SUNDAY 21 AUGUST

Fleetwood Half Marathon

The Race starts behind the Marine Hall Gardens and runs along Fleetwood’s Outer Promenade and Esplanade with great views over Morecambe Bay for the runners (weather permitting!).

Geoff Smith was our sole representative at this half marathon. He finished in 145^th place with a time of 1:48:25 in a field of 399 runners.

Pos	Name	Category	Time
145	Geoff Smith	Male Vet 40-44	1:48:25.19

Full Results

Parkrun roundup

Burnley parkrun – A total of 264 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
2	Jacob WATSON	18:10	SM30-34
5	Jonathan PYE	19:01	SM25-29
7	Nicholas HENNESSEY	19:38	JM11-14
9	Kevin DAVIES	19:49	VM50-54
15	Gareth BERRY	20:41	VM40-44
25	Matthew JACKSON	22:19	JM10
28	Jason PIER	22:29	VM45-49
41	Simon WILSHAW	23:21	JM15-17
48	David Ian SCOTT	23:52	VM70-74
52	Michelle ABBOTT	24:03	VW35-39
59	Andrew WEBSTER	24:57	VM45-49
60	Colin WHITE	25:00	VM40-44
61	Annabel WILCOCK	25:01	JW15-17
62	John WILCOCK	25:02	VM50-54
74	Diane ORRELL	25:39	SW30-34	New PB!
82	Lennon JACKSON	26:04	JM11-14
84	Sophie ASHWORTH	26:07	JW11-14
89	Bethany WHEATCROFT	26:24	JW11-14
143	Aaron LUNDIE	28:53	JM11-14
153	Ron CHAPPELL	29:36	VM65-69
168	Keira STEVENSON	31:03	JW11-14
170	Christine Jennifer EGERTON	31:05	VW65-69
171	Robert HIRST	31:08	VM65-69
175	Jane PIER	31:17	VW45-49	New PB!
195	Lucy STEVENSON	32:53	JW15-17
196	Christine LEATHLEY	32:54	VW65-69
197	Rachel STEVENSON	32:55	JW10
222	Valerie LAWSON	35:03	VW70-74

Burnley junior parkrun – A total of 44 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
1	Nicholas HENNESSEY	7:10	JM11-14
2	Jackson MCKAY	7:13	JM11-14
3	Matthew JACKSON	8:14	JM10
4	Helana WHITE	8:27	JW10
19	Charlie PLANT	11:40	JW10
32	Milly MACCABE	12:52	JW10	New PB!
33	Jessica MCBRIDE	13:12	JW10	First Timer!

Dewsbury parkrun – A total of 94 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
84	Robin PRICE	33:20	VM70-74

Marple parkrun – A total of 134 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
116	Ron HILL	32:21	VM75-79

Pendle parkrun – A total of 74 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
5	Paul BRANNON	20:04	VM55-59
9	John HARTLEY	21:22	VM55-59
64	Harry WALKER	34:35	VM65-69

Tooting Common parkrun – A total of 378 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
124	Dawn TERRY	25:24	VW50-54	First Timer!

ByAdrienne Olszewska

Going for gold

It may well have been super Saturday and Sunday at the Olympics but it was also a pretty awesome weekend for Clayton-le-Moor Harriers. Success galore for juniors and seniors and vets at a range of races this weekend. There have been wins, course records, PBs and age category triumphs all over the place.

WEDNESDAY 10 AUGUST

Pilgrims Cross Fell Race

A magnificent troupe of 7 Clayton-le-Moors Harriers took part in the Pilgrim’s Cross Fell Race, a 6 mile fell race organised by Rossendale Harriers with 1102ft of ascent.

Six Clayton men and one lady runner took part. Peter Coates was our first finisher in 19^th place with a time of 46:59 followed by Alan Life in 20^th place. Peter Dugdale, Stephen Fish, Michael Frost and Ron Chappell completed the Clayton Men. Sarah Helliwell was our sole lady runner and is continuing a return to form after a maternity break to finish in 121^st place

Race Report from Sarah Helliwell

I could have quite easily stayed at home as the rain was lashing down and the night looked dark and grim, however, Carl gave me a kick up the backside and I set off to Helmshore. Pilgrims Cross is a 6 mile 300m plus evening fell race which is part of the Rossendale Summer Series. We were advised to take waterproof jackets as it was wet and breezy up on the tops. Wet it definitely was…

As we set off the race went up a narrow cobbled path which was slippy going up, never mind having to come back down it. My game plan was to stick with Stephen Fish for as long as I could. As we got onto the moorland the rain came down harder as you could see the line of runners strung out. I kept with Stephen over the first climb and descent past Pilgrims Cross before hitting the tricky section. This was where I started to lose contact as Stephen managed to get round runners, where I got held up. It was then back up past the cross and over Bull Hill before a steep descent passing a few runners on the way down.

We then climbed back up onto the moorland before the final descent which was tricky as you had to take on the slippy cobbles. I gave it my all to try and catch the runner in front whose back I nearly jumped on as we crossed the finish line. He said he still knew how to attract the ladies in his 70’s (for some reason the results have put me 8 seconds behind him.)

There were a number of Clayton runners with Peter as our first counter with Alan hot on his heels. I was chuffed with my time and being 1 minute behind Stephen. It was muddy, wet, dirty, hilly and a great route. One I would do again. Well done to all who ran.

Pos	Name	Cat	TIme
19	Peter Coates	MV40	46:59
20	Alan Life	MV50	47:06
92	Peter Dugdale	MV60	57:44
112	Stephen Fish	MV60	01:03:45
121	Sarah Helliwell	L	01:04:49
137	Michael Frost	MV60	01:16:13
140	Ron Chappell	MV65	01:21:29

Full Results

Steel Fell Race

Wendy Dodds was our sole competitor in this short but very steep, lungbusting route up Steel Fell and back down the same way- just under 3 miles. She finished in 49^th place overall and first F65. 76 runners took part.

Wendy Dodds at Steel Fell Race. Photo by Stephen Wilson of www.granddayoutphotography.com

Pos	Name	Cat	TIme
49	Wendy Dodds	W65	31:36

Full Results

FRIDAY 12 AUGUST

Shore 7K Road Race

Ian Hargreaves and Hayley Copeman took part in the 7K Shore Road Race. Ian finished in 22^nd place with a time of 37:08 and Hayley was 24^th overall and 1^st W45.

Report from Ian Hargreaves

Hayley Copeman and I entered this race on the Friday 12^thAugust. It is organised by Cannonball Events and is a lovely run over in Littleborough taking in the streets and small hills around the edge of the town. Only 28 managed to finish this race with my time a 37:08 for the 7K and an ever-improving, injury free run from Hayley, doing 43:29 despite managing to run the wrong way at one point! Hayley won best vet 45 which was handy as it was two large bottles of beer and we were camping over for the eventing. Whilst we did not enter the trail run Saturday or the fell run on Sunday, they were much better attended races and the people we met were as fabulous as ever.

Ian Hargreaves and Hayley Copeman at the Shore 7K road race.

Pos	Name	Cat	TIme
22	Ian Hargreaves	MV50	37:08
24	Hayley Copeman	W45	43:29

Full Results

SATURDAY 13 AUGUST

Arncliffe Gala Fell Races & Littondale 4 Mile Road Race

There’s a choice of A BOFRA fell race or a 4 mile road race at this Yorkshire gala. In the senior fell race, Stephen Fish was our sole representative finishing in 78^th place overall.

Stephen Fish at the Arncliffe Gala Fell Race. Photo by Woodentops

Paul Brannon took part in the Littondale 4 mile road race. He reports;

I’ve turned professional today! They slipped me an envelope and it contained money. That used to be a breach of your amateur status in the olden days but now, rather than dish out prizes, you can receive cash in an envelope! First 0-50 in a race I hadn’t done for thirteen years. It was a terrific day at the Arncliffe Gala though with loads of Clayton kids in the junior races. Dexta especially doing well winning his race outright.

Paul Brannon at the Littondale 4 Mile Road Race. Photo by Woodentops

Pos	Name	Cat	TIme
78	Stephen Fish	MV60	17:57

U9 Race

Felix Thompson was our sole runner in this race and he finished in 11th place.

Felix Thompson. Photo by Woodentops

Pos	Name	TIme
11	Felix Thompson	6:42

U12 Race

Dexta Thompson had a great run and won his first race of the weekend. Clubmate Jenson Bentham was 10th and Kady Thompson was 28th. Some confident running on a tricky and steep course.

Dexta Thompson flying to the finish at the Arncliffe Gala. Photo by Woodentops

Jenson Bentham tackling the tricky descent at Arncliffe Gala Fell Race. Photo by Woodentops

Kady Thompson descending with confidence at the Arncliffe Gala fell race. Photo by Woodentops

Pos	Name	TIme
1	Dexta Thompson	7:09
10	Jenson Bentham	8:03
28	Kady Thompson	11:27

Full Results

Catforth Canter 5K

A quartet of our super vets took part in the Catforth 5k. Richard Lawson sent through the results with the resounding battle cry; “Up the wrinklies!”

Pos	Name	Cat	Time
54	David Scott	1^st M70	23:22
91	Christine Egerton	3^rd W65	30:34
94	Richard Lawson	2^nd M75	31:29
100	Val Lawson	2^nd W70	33:05

SUNDAY 14 AUGUST

Boulsworth Fell Race

Another good turnout of junior runners for the last set of junior races in this year’s Pendle and Burnley Grand Prix Series. This year has been the first time junior races have been included and have proved to be very popular with around 200 young runners taking part. Five of our junior runners took part in all 9 races; Emily Johnson (U8 Girls), Bronia Olszewska (U12 Girls), Natasha Olszewska (U14 Girls), Toby Birtwistle (U8 Boys), and Charlie Birtwistle (U12 Boys).

Medals galore for our awesome juniors at the close of the Pendle and Burnley Grand Prix. Photo by David Belshaw

U8 Race

Another great run for Toby Birtwistle who finished in 2^nd place with Felix Thompson hot on his heels in 3^rd place. Ellisia Smedley was the first Clayton girl in 8^th place with Emily Johnson in 14^th place.

Emily Johnson in the U8 race. Photo by David Belshaw

Pos	Name	TIme
2	Toby Birtwistle	4:11
3	Felix Thompson	4:18
8	Ellisia Smedley	4:44
14	Emily Johnson	5:47

U10/U12 Race

Making it look effortless after a win the day before at Arncliffe Gala, Dexta stormed into the finish well ahead. Robbie battled hard to the finishing line but had to settle for 4^th place. Charlie Birtwistle soon followed in 17^th place. Summer Hargreaves led the Clayton girls home in 18^th place overall; Kady Thompson was 27^th and Bronia Olszewska was 35^th.

Summer Hargreaves in the U12 Race. Photo by Nicholas Olszewski

Pos	Name	Cat	TIme
1	Dexta Thompson	MU12	7:02
5	Robbie Smedley	MU12	7:37
10	Matthew Jackson	MU10	7:57
17	Charlie Birtwistle	MU12	8:16
18	Summer Hargreaves	FU12	8:25
27	Kady Thompson	FU10	9:18
35	Bronia Olszewska	FU12	10:38

U14/U16 Race

With just over half the field it was hardly surprising to see our runners perform well in this race. Nick Hennessey had a comfortable win ahead of the field to win the race and take 1^st U16. Lennon Jackson followed in 2^nd overall and 1^st U14. Reece Laurence was next in 3^rd. Our U14 girls were Liberty Thompson 8^th and Natasha Olszewska 9^th.

Natasha Olszewska in the U14/U16 race. Photo by David Belshaw

Pos	Name	Cat	TIme
1	Nick Hennessey	MU16	16:55
2	Lennon Jackson	MU14	17:42
3	Reece Lawrence	MU16	18:13
8	Liberty Thompson	FU14	21:39
9	Natasha Olszewska	FU14	22:45

Boulsworth Fell Race – Senior Race

A turnout of 41 Clayton-le-Moors Harriers for this final race of the Pendle and Burnley Grand Prix.

Clayton Ladies at the start of the Boulsworth Fell Race. Donna Airey leads the way. Photo by Nicholas Olszewski

Carl Helliwell was our first finisher in 10^th place with Kirt Livesey, Matthew Duckworth, Chris Snell, Paul Hesketh and Garry Wilkinson all earning top 20 places; Paul Hesketh pipping Garry Wilkinson to the 1^st V50 title. Thomas Bradley continued his solid Grand Prix campaign to take 1^st U18 and 33^rd place overall. Stephen Ainsworth was 1^st M55. Donna Airey was our first Clayton Lady over the finish line with Elizabeth Mullan following soon after. Christine Leathley was 1^st L65.

Report from Deborah Greenwood

The last one of the series, and boy was that a though one! Having never competed in anything like these races before, I have now completed 11 and thoroughly enjoyed each one. Every time I have said, “that was the toughest!” Yesterday, Boulsworth lived up to that title. It was indeed steep, it was indeed muddy, and the first three miles seemed like ten.

Sean Clare running with sister Deborah Greenwood at the Boulsworth Fell Race. Photo by Nicholas Olszewski

Because of the steep incline at the beginning, I found myself suffering oxygen deprivation, however, I had a secret, end of season weapon – due to injury my big brother ran at my side pushing me along, literally pushing me along at some points, and what a difference it made! Although I wanted to walk all of the hill, I was not allowed. The downhills were great fun and I found my form on these. I only wish my little legs could keep the same momentum on the flat or the uphills. Finishing in the show ground was a real boost with lots of people (and dogs and cows and sheep!) to cheer you home.

Fabulous Clayton team made all us newbies feel very welcome in our first season and I for one will be back next year for more punishment.

Report from James Boult

This was one of the hardest races of the series so I am really happy to have finished in 37^th position out of 135 and even prouder to have completed all 14 races in my first ever Grand Prix Series to finish in 18^th place overall.

James Boult happily completed his 14th race in the Pendle and Burnley Grand Prix. Photo by Nicholas Olszewski

It’s amazing to see the progress I have made this season and I couldn’t have done it without the amazing support of the Clayton-le-Moors Harriers family. I never in a million years thought I would make the top 20. Very proud of everyone who has taken part in this year’s Grand Prix, and to all the organisers and marshals for their hard work.

Pos	Name	Cat	TIme
10	Carl Helliwell	M40	47:03
11	Kirt Livesey	M45	47:14
14	Matthew Duckworth	M	47:48
16	Chris Snell	M	48:36
17	Paul Hesketh	M50	49:02
19	Garry Wilkinson	M50	49:32
24	Neil Hardiman	M45	50:17
25	Chris Funnell	M50	50:26
33	Thomas Bradley	MU18	53:09
36	Gareth Berry	M40	53:48
37	James Boult	M	53:54
39	John Wilcock	M50	54:18
41	Chris Whiteoak	M	54:31
50	Richard Briscoe	M	55:36
51	Andy Bradley	M50	55:37
52	Stephen Ainsworth	M55	55:43
55	Andy Quinn	M45	56:25
68	Stuart Procter	M	57:54
74	Robert Morrison	M40	60:03
75	Andrew Webster	M45	60:21
77	David Moynihan	M45	60:25
78	Donna Airey	F	60:30
79	Elizabeth Mullan	F	60:40
93	Barbara Savage	F50	62:41
101	Jean Knightley	F55	65:33
107	Julia Rushton	F50	67:56
110	Carl Carey	M45	69:23
113	Bianca Bennett	F	71:28
121	Deborah Greenwood	F45	76:11
122	Sean Clare	M50	76:12
124	Mark Knowles	M40	76:47
125	Bethany Quinn	F	79:41
126	Robert Hirst	M65	81:34
127	Rachel Todd	F40	83:51
128	Ron Chappell	M65	85:00
129	Karen Clarkin	F45	85:45
130	Judith Carey	F	86:10
131	Jack Maguire	M60	88:19
132	Anita Jones	F60	92:18
133	Christine Leathley	F65	93:57
134	Sharon Wilson	F40	109:26

Full Results

Lowther Trail Run

This scenic route takes the runner across Askham Fell and the Lowther Valley. It is a 13 mile route with about 1400ft of ascent. The route climbs through Askham village onto the fell to Heughscar Hill where the route turns south and descends to the Cockpit and onwards across the valley of Heltondale to Butterwick. After fording the River Lowther, a stiff climb follows onto Knipe Scar to the most southerly point on the course. From here the route turns north across the grassland of Lowther Park to Whale. A track above the River Lowther leads runners to the finish at Lowther Castle.

Congratulations to Christopher Holdsworth who won this race as well as setting a new course record. 143 runners took part in the event.

Race Report from Chris Holdsworth

Having visited Lowther Park many times attending Kendal Calling each year, finding out that there was race there had me very keen to return and trade beer and music for running and trails!

Christopher Holdsworth setting a new course record at the Lowther trail race

I researched into the race and discovered the previous record was set on a 13 mile course over trails and fells, and knew on a good day that it was within my grasp to break it. However, the course was much tougher than expected! After the 6 mile mark, the course becomes a lot trickier as we traverse through tall grass, thistles, ferns and even rivers. At the last checkpoint before the finish, roughly 3 miles before the end, I knew I had to put a shift in if I were to break the current course record.

Thankfully, I managed to push on to break the record by 19 seconds in 1:19:26. It was a fantastic race with great organisation. Afterwards we ventured into the show itself, which was hugely popular and had a vast amount of stalls and attractions for the large crowds visiting. A great day out – I’ll hopefully be back next year to see if I can extend that record further.

Pos	Name	Cat	TIme
1	Christopher Holdsworth	M	01:19:26

Full Results

Parkrun roundup

Plenty of parkrun action this week with a batch of new PBs and some parkrun tourism. Congratulations to Eileen Jones who completed her 100th parkun this weekend.

Burnley parkrun – A total of 337 runners took part

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
1	Danny COLLINGE	16:39	SM20-24
7	Nicholas HENNESSEY	19:02	JM11-14	New PB!
11	Kevin DAVIES	19:30	VM50-54
19	Gareth BERRY	20:40	VM40-44
23	Reece Adam LAWRENCE	20:49	JM15-17
26	Lennon JACKSON	20:59	JM11-14
30	Helena LEATHLEY	21:10	SW20-24
35	Matthew JACKSON	21:46	JM10
36	James BOULT	21:51	SM20-24
39	Andy QUINN	21:56	VM45-49
43	Stuart PROCTOR	22:03	VM35-39
44	Helana WHITE	22:07	JW10
45	Donna RILEY	22:10	VW50-54
51	Andrew WEBSTER	22:19	VM45-49
52	Paul WALE	22:25	VM45-49
57	Daniel PLANT	22:52	SM30-34
68	Colin WHITE	23:31	VM40-44
70	Martin BRADY	23:36	VM50-54
72	Michelle ABBOTT	23:38	VW35-39	New PB!
83	Nina KEWIN	24:07	VW35-39
88	Nathan KEWIN	24:19	JM11-14
90	Jean KNIGHTLEY	24:22	VW55-59
93	Julie DAWES	24:24	VW45-49
97	Bethany WHEATCROFT	24:39	JW11-14	New PB!
105	Lisa JOHNSON	25:07	VW40-44
108	Annabel WILCOCK	25:34	JW15-17
109	John WILCOCK	25:36	VM50-54
118	Jake ANFORTH	25:56	JM10
125	Donna SCOTT	26:06	VW50-54
186	Heidi KEWIN	28:41	JW11-14
219	Aaron LUNDIE	30:02	JM11-14
226	Robert HIRST	30:25	VM65-69
239	Helen HARRISON	31:05	VW45-49
246	Richard LAWSON	31:24	VM75-79

Burnley junior parkrun – A total of 55 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
1	Nicholas HENNESSEY	7:00	JM11-14	New PB!
2	Jackson MCKAY	7:11	JM11-14	First Timer!
3	Matthew JACKSON	7:59	JM10
4	Helana WHITE	8:20	JW10	New PB!
6	Nathan KEWIN	8:25	JM11-14	New PB!
9	Bethany WHEATCROFT	9:01	JW11-14	New PB!
11	Heidi KEWIN	9:26	JW11-14

Dewsbury parkrun – A total of 99 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
80	Robin PRICE	34:45	VM70-74

Fell Foot parkrun, Newby Bridge – A total of 259 runners took part

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
101	Jude ASHWORTH	26:15	VW55-59
156	Eileen JONES	29:37	VW60-64

Medina I.O.W. parkrun – A total of 238 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
43	Simon WILSHAW	23:33	JM15-17

Pendle parkrun – A total of 98 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
7	John HARTLEY	21:00	VM55-59
34	Dawn TERRY	26:17	VW50-54

Sheringham parkrun – A total of 216 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
3	Richard STEVENSON	19:52	VM40-44	First Timer!
42	Adam STEVENSON	25:00	JM11-14	First Timer!
96	Keira STEVENSON	28:16	JW11-14	First Timer!
184	Rachel STEVENSON	37:28	JW10	First Timer!

Stretford parkrun – A total of 350 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
120	Katy THOMPSON	24:08	VW60-64	First Timer!

Woodbank parkrun – A total of 110 runners took part.

Pos	parkrunner	Time	Age Cat	Note
78	Ron HILL	32:50	VM75-79

Category Archive Roundup 2016

Burnley parkrun – A total of 281 runners took part.

Pendle parkrun – A total of 83 runners took part.

Fell Foot parkrun, Newby Bridge – A total of 246 runners took part.

Lytham Hall parkrun – A total of 183 runners took part.