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Street 5K (Race 4 - 08/01/2025)

Details: Written by: Alexander Coombs; Created: 08 January 2025; Last Updated: 08 January 2025; Hits: 0

Sadly we will need to postpone today’s race.

Due to the predicted weather conditions provided by the Met Office and our inspection of the course, it is our view that it is likely to be unsafe to race.

We will advise as to the new race date. Please share with other runners, and parents of junior racers.

Thanks.

Baltonsborough Christmas Pudding, Telford 10K and Wessex XC

Details: Written by: Andrew Deamer; Created: 23 December 2024; Last Updated: 23 December 2024; Hits: 260

Mike Coombs being chased down by an elf at the Baltonsborough Christmas Pudding Race.

The 2024 Baltonsborough Christmas Pudding Race, held on December 22nd, welcomed 91 runners who braved cold, blustery weather, many dressed in festive costumes. The 5-mile race, starting and finishing at Baltonsborough Village Hall, was won by Kurtis Gibson in 26:21. Charlotte Preece was the first female finisher in 31:48. The event, which featured participants from a wide range of ages, raised funds for the Rowan Romania Charity, supporting psychiatric patients in Romania.

In other race news, Tom Webb ran the fastest 10K of the year for an Under-17 athlete at the Telford 10K, finishing in 30:22 and at the Wessex League Cross Country at Canford School, notable performances included Ruby Shaw’s 2nd place finish in the U13 girls and Zoe Frost's 5th place in the U11 girls. The event also marked the end of this year's league fixtures.

Street 5K Race 3 (December) and Tri-Counties Cross Country

Details: Written by: Alexander Coombs; Created: 12 December 2024; Last Updated: 12 December 2024; Hits: 445

Junior runners lined up to begin their race.

Jamie Williamson won the third Street 5K with a time of 15:39, while junior Daisy Davis was the first female finisher in 19:13. In the junior races, Rowan Kelly (3:38) and Zoe Frost (3:59) topped the 1K, with Heath Hughes-Davies (7:29) and Loralie Frost (9:45) leading the 2K. At the Tri-Counties Cross Country Championships, Tom Webb was crowned overall champion in the U17 race, with standout runs for Rowan Kelly (U11 boys), Ruby Shaw (U13 girls), Isabelle Whittle (U17 women), Evelyn Wigley (U20 women), and Laurence Badman (senior men).

European Cross Country Championships, Buffalo's Turkey Trott and the Baltonsborough Christmas Pudding Race is near!

Details: Written by: Alexander Coombs; Created: 10 December 2024; Last Updated: 10 December 2024; Hits: 276

Elise Thorner collecting her bronze medal at the European Cross Country Championships.

This week we report on Elise Thorner, representing Team GB at the European Cross Country Championships in Turkey, who ran the third leg of the 4x1500m mixed relay, helping the team secure a bronze medal. The Harriers also gathered for their annual Christmas Meal, celebrating achievements, awarding the humorous "Bog Seat Award" to Jon James, and selecting Alex Williams for the 2025 London Marathon entry. Meanwhile, Nick Stevens shared his experience at the Buffalo YMCA Turkey Trot in the U.S., where he won the V60 category. The club's final training session for the year, a fun paarlauf and curry night, is set for December 17th. Lastly, the Baltonsborough Christmas Pudding Race returns on December 22nd, raising funds for Rowan Romania, a charity supporting adults with special needs in Romania. Don’t forget to enter. Read on to find out more.

Gwent League, Cross Challenge, International Racing and the Somerset Series Concludes

Details: Written by: Alexander Coombs; Created: 02 December 2024; Last Updated: 08 December 2024; Hits: 371

Laurence Badman in cross-country action at Blaise Castle, Bristol.

The Wells City Harriers had a busy period across various events, showcasing strong performances in cross-country, multi-terrain, and international races. At the Gwent League in Blaise Castle, juniors excelled, including Harriet Scott’s 9th place in the U13 girls and Oskar Beck’s 3rd in the U15 boys. The senior men finished 6th in Division 1, with Mark Duffett leading in 17th place. The Somerset Series concluded at Brent Knoll, where Phoebe Aspinall and Alexander Coombs claimed overall victories, and the club secured numerous age-category wins. On the international stage, Elise Thorner earned Team GB selection for the European Cross-Country Championships after a stellar 3rd place at the Liverpool Cross Challenge. Meanwhile, Harriers raced in Benidorm and Valencia, with standout marathon PBs from Will Pate and competitive efforts from other members. Upcoming events include the club paarlauf session and Christmas curry night, alongside a packed race schedule for December and beyond. Read on to find out more.

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