Welcome to the Quakers Running Club
 Quakers RC has developed a reputation as being one of the friendliest running clubs in the North-East of England and is more than happy to welcome individuals of all abilities into the sport, let’s face it, we all had to start somewhere and you don't need to be an Olympic athlete to get enjoyment out of running and athletics. Whether you just want to start running for the sake of fitness, or are about to do your first 10k race or 25th Marathon, we can help you achieve your goals.
Our training sessions are held at and around the clubs base at Queen Elizabeth 6th Form College Playing Fields, Abbey Road, Darlington (DL3 8LR) on the west side of Darlington. The sessions are held every Tuesday and Thursday evening from 6:30pm until 8:00pm and are open to all. We actively encourage non members to come along see what Quakers has to offer, no charge is made for attending these sessions and no one is under any obligation to join, our hope is that you will enjoy training with us, will keep returning and will eventually become a member of the club. The Quaker's Running Club club members actively compete in races across the North East of England and often even further afield! We can be found on the road, trail and fells wearing our distinctive white vests with black stripes!
If you are interested in joining, you might find our membership introduction pack useful. Click here to download the file as a PDF. The Quaker's have moved!The Quaker's new home is at the Queen Elizabeth College Playing Fields on Abbey Road, all of our training sessions start from here from now on - with the exception of the first training in January! See the training schedule for details! 
Latest Championship Updates
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Races Coming Up
Races coming up in May 23rd - Tees Trail 5k, Newham Grange Country Farm Distance and Terrain Type: 5km - Trail with some tarmac Race Description: Scenic run skirting the farms fields and into the woods. Some tarmac road/path used. Single lap course. Great venue. Very popular with local clubs and a great way to try some gentle off-road running. Entry Fee £3 on the night. Start Time 7.15pm, Registration from 6.15pm. Second of Series of Five races. Link to Past Race Report: None available Link to Race Organisers: Tees Trail Series website 27th - Raby Castle, Staindrop Distance and Terrain Type: 10km – Trail and Path Race Description: Undulating trail race around the scenic stately home! Well supported two lap route! T-Shirt. Link to Past Race Report: None available Link to Race Organisers: Teesdale Athletics and Running Club 30th - Ossy Oiks, Ingleby Cross, Ingleby Arncliffe Distance and Terrain Type: 7 miles (approx) - Fell Race Description: Often difficult fell run with a couple of quite tough climbs (Black Hambleton especially) ! New course 2011. Navigational errors have been known when the run was later in the year and light started to fail before the end . . . . Start time 7.15pm Link to Past Race Report: Link to Race Organisers: Esk Valley Fell Club North East Park Runs 
Park Run is a weekly free, timed 5km time trial where runners of all abilities come together for a run. Since it's formation, Park Run has always been free, on a Saturday @ 9am and superbly organised. We are lucky to have many local park runs in driving distance of Darlington. Although it has been known for Quakers on their travels to have visited Park Runs in York, Edinburgh and London! All you need to do is register, it's easy and free! Have a go and we'll see you there next week! Albert Park - Middlesbrough Graham Sports Centre - Durham Silksworth Sports Complex - Sunderland Exhibition Park on the Town Moor - Newcastle Knavesmire Racecourse - York Hardwick Hall - Sedgefield
Member's Spotlight(s)
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This Month's Member's Spotlight is on a 10k League Winner, April Corbett! How did you get into running and why?Read more...
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This Month's Members Spotlight is on the veteran racer, coach, former Club Champion and all rounder Steve Snook
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This Month's Member's Spotlight is on longtime member and coach - the quiet one amongst the club; Bev Snook!
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Club Championship Update: Carlton Challenge and Ripon 10 Mile |
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Written by Anthony Corbett
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Tuesday, 15 May 2012 14:53 |
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The Club Championship continued with the Carlton Challenge on the North Yorkshire Moors. Nick Wadd led the Quakers home but must have been aware that two time champion Brian Martin was on his heels. Early pace setter Dave Todd ran well, keeping up his early season form, and looked to stay ahead of Mark Robinson and Michael Joyeux.
Darren Stockdale only just outpaced Anthony Corbett and Andrew Lambe but with handicapping it could be close for the points! Also running for the Quakers were Richard Payne and Mark Colling looking for a good points haul on the hilly terrain!
Amongst the ladies, Wendy Colling and Abbie Hull both had good runs looking to move up the table, despite some odd choices of route taking at the end :-p.
On a significantly longer, yet just as hilly run in Ripon, Brian Martin followed Michael Joyeux in as they both looked for maximum points! They were followed by Lucy Jefferies and Wendy Colling for the ladies. Excellent runs were also had by Jose Martinez and Colin Wild.
 Who took the points? How does the table look? Click below to find out! The next club championship race is the Newham Grange Tees Trail Race - 5km on the 23rd May!
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Last Updated on Tuesday, 15 May 2012 14:57 |
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Press Report: 9th May 2012 |
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Written by Mark Colling
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Wednesday, 09 May 2012 14:53 |
 A week containing several races kicked off with the Carlton Challenge, the first event of the Summer Fell Series. Nick Wadd was first Quaker home in 40.25, followed by Brian Martin in 42:25 and Michael Joyeux in 43:10. Other Quakers completing the 4.8 mile course were Mark Robinson (46:36), Darren Stockdale (48:10), David Todd (49:40), Andrew Lambe (51:05), Anthony Corbett (51:45), Mark Colling (54:23), Abbie Hull (55:51), Richard Payne (59:15), and Wendy Colling (62:34).
Saturday saw a number of Quakers participating in local Park Runs. Michael Joyeux finished first overall at Hardwick Park in a time of 18:02. Sean McIntyre was second Quaker, finishing his first Park Run in 19:55. Peter Rowley (24:00) was followed by Wendy Colling in 24:57 and John Brant in 25:31. First time Park Runner Sandra Cass edged ahead of April Corbett who clocked times of 27:47 and 27:48 respectively. Lorraine Batts completed the Quaker field with a time of 36:28. Julie McKernon and Rachel Cressey completed the Albert Park event in 33:33 and 33:56.
The big race of the week was the Marathon of the North in Sunderland, incorporating a 10k race. The 10k event saw 9 Quakers taking part, first to finish being Guy Watford in 40:29. Simon Byrne was next home in 44:13, with Steve Padgett returning after injury to record 54:10. April Corbett completed the course in 57:51, with Emma Whitworth (59:03) and Matt Jackson (59:44) both finishing in under an hour. Gillian Robinson and Julie Remmer recorded 1:02:41 and 1:08:11 respectively.  After winning his 5k race the previous day, Michael Joyeux was intending to treat the marathon event as a training run in preparation for the Edinburgh Marathon later this month. It was therefore a tremendous result for him to be 11th over the finishing line in a time of 2:59:18. Peter Earle continued his run of form, finishing in 3:14:31. Things did not go quite so well for third placed Quaker Wayne Bramley. Having spent the last few months completing intensive training to ensure a 3:15:00 finish in order to guarantee a London Marathon place for 2013, he was tripped at the 21 mile mark by a dog that was allowed to run onto the course. Despite suffering a fractured cheekbone and a number of cuts and bruises, Wayne continued the race to set a new over 50 club record, heartbreakingly just 39 seconds outside the qualifying time. Other Quakers completing the 26.2 miles were Michael Lloyd (3:53:15), Damian Wynne (4:03:15), Anthony Corbett improved on his PB set in London two weeks before with 4:12:20, Paul Keedy and Stephen Moore completed their first marathons together in 4:14:41 and 4:14:42 whilst Stephen Ash and Mel Newton stuck together to finish in 4:29:40. Julie Jefferies put in a sterling performance to finish her first marathon in 4:32:40, whilst Nicola Howe and Julie Whinn knocked 40 and 5 minutes off their PBs respectively to finish in 4:35:10. Leigh-Marie Ainsworth came home in 4:56:46, ahead of Gemma Marshall and Darren Wood who teamed up to finish in 4:58:54 and 4:58:59. Diane Adkins (5:00:53), Diane Gardner (5:19:31) and Adrian Dent (6:11:12) completed the Quaker field.
The Tees Barrage 10k race was held on Bank Holiday Monday. Michal Ondrej was first Quaker in 38:19, followed by Chris Jakeman in 39:06 and David Todd in 40:39. Other Quakers completing were Darren Stockdale (41:45), Corinne Murray (44:23), Rob Gillham, who also completed in the Kirkbymoorside 10k the previous day in 46:06 (45:52), Peter Rowley (47:54), Danny Gordon (48:43), Andy Murray (48:56), Nicollette Hollindale (49:10), John Brant (51:50), Pam Barrass (52:39), Sally Singleton (55:37) and Duncan O’Neill (1:03:56).
The previous week John Clarke (2:01:36), Anthony Corbett (2:10:07), Sandra Cass (2:35:25) and Michelle Boshier (2:35:26) completed the Ravenscar Half Marathon. |
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Last Updated on Wednesday, 09 May 2012 15:01 |
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Club Championship 2012: Spring Coast Road |
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Written by Anthony Corbett
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Monday, 07 May 2012 11:03 |
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On a wet and windy night in Redcar, the Quakers Club Championship continued. The poor weather kept the usual masses away so it was left to six hearty runners to compete for maximum points! Michael Joyeux kept his eye on Dawn Richardson who has been pushing herself through marathon training! Whilst Dave Todd and Chris Jakeman battled it out with only 15 seconds seperating their finishing times! Julie Whinn looked to keep her superb start to the season going by grabbing more points. Rounding off the Quaker field was Mark Colling, who is no stranger to harsh running conditions, fresh from a recent spate of park runs.
Who took the points? How does the table look? Click below to find out! The next club championship race is the Ripon 10 Mile! May 13th! |
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Last Updated on Monday, 07 May 2012 11:08 |
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Race Report: Marathon of the North |
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Written by Quaker Webmaster
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Monday, 07 May 2012 10:23 |
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This Sunday saw the first ever running of the Marathon of the North or the Sunderland Marathon as it has colloquially become known. Organised by Steve Cram and sponsored by Red Spotted Hanky, it is the first big road marathon in the North East of England. Whilst other parts of the country have revelled in their big events, the North East only has the Greta North Run and a selection of smaller road races. So on route to Edinburgh, I thought it would be good to support the local scene and take part in the event. Evidently so did a lot of other Quakers and it quickly became our version of the Virgin London Marathon. We arrived at the Stadium of light well in time and got parked up. Because the Stadium of Light is a top flight, first class stadium, it was well equipped for parking, refreshments and toilets. Bigger races like Edinburgh should really take note of how well this race was organised from start to finish! The runners and spectators areas were clearly sign posted, there was ample of everything you could want in terms of massage and hospitality. Top class! When we arrived we quickly found several other Quakers and the atmosphere was positive and upbeat, with such good organisation there was little to get stressed about! The marathon runners were joined by supporters and several 10k runners, some of whom had only decided to do the 10k a couple of days previously! We all lined up on the start line and the banter was flowing as the sun began to shine. With temperatures low and some light breeze conditions looked good! The race began with a lap round the stadium after some encouragement and pleasantries from the starters. It headed out and around Sunderland’s city centre and inner city with the runners becoming spaced around quite quickly. Sunderland is, in many parts, a lovely city and the regeneration of lots of the city is very evident. The streets were packed with supporters and it was great getting cheered on constantly! Locals offered cheers of encouragement and I heard many shouts of “Come on Quakers!”. The water stations were plentiful and had isotonic drinks towards the end of the race. The water was handed out in fantastic packets which were a lot easier to drink than bottles; much safer when disposed of; and easier to carry! All big races should give these out! The races was extremely well marshalled as we were directed through some stunning parks, along the seafront, through the high street and around suburbs. There were toilets positions roughly every five miles, although I must admit that I did use a bush as a makeshift toilet twice! The course itself was undulating and, despite what was posted on the internet, not every twisty and turny. The hills were manageable for anyone who’s done a little road running in the past and there was nothing a harsh as Allendale or Ripon. One word about the finishing area, which you pass at mile 18 and then (obviously) at the end: the Quakers support was simply phenomenal! Seeing so many faces and smiles really did pick me up and it was brilliant to see everyone cheering! I scored a couple of high fives and lots of claps! A few Quakers had even made the journey up to Sunderland for the event just to cheer us all on! It was great to see Louise cheering on at mile 23 and Team Jefferies at mile 15. Buoyed on by the Quakers, I even managed to squeeze in a “YES!” chant! At the end of the race, runners we directed through a finishing tunnel and into the Stadium to receive our medals, t shirts and goodie bag. Then back out into the spectators. The usual post race handshake was replaced by hugs and I really do appreciate all the lovely words after the run. I was positively beaming yesterday! 
Looking at the results, I saw lots of Quakers finished in superb times. Everyone should be very proud of their achievements! Especially those first time marathoners who’ve really done themselves proud. Overall, this race was superbly organised on a great route with lots of support and cheer along the route. Next year, if you don’t get into London, this should be the first port of call for North Eastern Marathon runners! |
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Last Updated on Monday, 07 May 2012 10:29 |
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Race Report: The 50th Fellsman |
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Written by Dave Thompson
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Thursday, 03 May 2012 21:13 |
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This iconic event is one definately filed in the folder labelled tough. Our third go,Annette,Charlie and myself,of this 62 miler with 11,000 ft of ascent which starts at Ingleton and follows a rough semi circular course over high ground in the Yorkshire dales finishing in Grassington.Although a good percentage is run on well marked paths and trails some of the checkpoints are in the middle of open moorland some of which have to be found in the dark so our navigation skills had to be better than our usual,"I think it is over there" .We had targeted in getting round in under 20 hours,therefore anticipated finish time of 05:00 on sunday morning. As with all races over high country the weather is the most critical factor.After the horrendous weather on the previous Thursday and the anticipated downpours on the Sunday we were convinced someone up there was smiling on us,even the race director was pleased to announce at the sunny start that there was 0% chance of rain until approx 5 on Sunday morning. Indeed on the first ascent up Ingleborough the major problem being dust blown into faces by the stiff breeze. To cater for the anticipated 500 entrants the race is organised like a well oiled machine by the Keighley Scout Service Team .Manning 24 checkpoints 8 with hot and cold food,one of them decked out as the 4077 Mash, all the backup to ferry any dropouts to the HQ at the school at Grassington which would serve food over a 17 hour period. That so many people are willing to give up their whole weekend to allow us lunatics to chase each other up and down the hills is what makes this sport unique. By the time we had reached the summit of the next climb, Whernside, the wind had really picked up and caused the first casualty with a guy blown into rocks injuring his ankle and was rescued by the air ambulance.So the tone was set for the rest of the day. At the major checkpoints in the valleys you could sit in the sun and stoke up on all the goodies but on the tops the wind steadly increased and everyone including the hardy soles manning the checkpoints on the tops were starting to take a real battering. We reached the checkpoint at 32miles ahead of schedule but there was ominous signs that the wheels were starting to fall off the event as we encountered the first case of hypothermia wrapped in a foil blanket.As evening approached the temperature was dropping like a stone and therefore the wind chill factor was becoming a serious issue. The 6 miles to the next check the infamous Fleet Moss was only over one small top but we could hardly get into the tent due to the number of shivering/shaking retirees wrapped up in anything they could find.As night was falling for safety you could only continue in a minimum group of 4 so we were joined by another Yorkshire Pudding, Allison from Leeds on her first attempt,bless! The next checkpoint in the middle of nowhere on Yockenthwaite Moor in a different place to previous years was the one which I was not confidant of finding.The only advice I had been given was follow round to the junction of walls with a blue cup on a post,find the style after 100 yards cross and find quad bike tracks then follow for about two miles.The further complication it was now pitch black but miracles do happen and we found it after only a couple of dithers.So it was a happy band who jogged down to the next checkpoint still ahead of schedule The next roadside checkpoint was again awash with retirees and our group was increased to seven with the four ahead of us having lost a team member,so now we were a diverse group with guys from Bridgewater,Norwich and Circencester joining us. The language barrier not being a problem as we could not hear a thing because of the wind.We knew the next climb 1,000 ft over Buckden Pike would be a real tester in these conditions.So bags were emptied as more gear was added to combat the cold,I was now up to five layers.Towards the top the mud was starting to turn crunchy as the temperature dropped even further.We were saved from the worst of the wind by the shelter of a stone wall and made reasonably good time. As we approached the last major checkpoint we could see the torches snaking up the last big obstacle another 1,000 ft climb over Great Whernside and 11.5 mils to the finish.So as the formula one boys say a splash and dash and we could still break 20 hours. The tent was strangely empty,apparently the meat wagon had just left full with more cold retirees,even the volunteers handing out the food and drink were very quiet..Then the leader of the checkpoint returned and dropped the bombshell that due to the god of health and safety the race director had abandoned the event at 1.41 only 11 mins before we had arrived.Cue major winges,moans,pleadings from all our group.So that was it a tough 50.5 miles in 17 hours. After being bussed back to the school and seeing all the other exhausted competitors making the place look like Napoleans retreat from Moscow and hearing their experiences it soon became apparent that the director was 100% correct in calling a halt. Basically even their great backup system was starting to unravel due to the sheer numbers who were in trouble through Hypothermia.At one of the checkpoints they had 18 throwing up which prevented any new arrivals getting into the checkpoint. Guys who had made it over Great Whernside described the conditions as a complete nightmare. Thankfully everyone was accounted for one guy being rescued with wind blindness,never heard of that one,two hypothermia cases needed hospital treatment. Big lesson learned I will never again winge re mandatory kit requirements. The winner Jez Bragg just over 11 hours!!! So we will have to wait till next year to break that 20 hours anyone fancy joining us? |
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Press Report: 3rd May 2012 |
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Written by Mark Colling
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Thursday, 03 May 2012 21:07 |
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The first of New Marske Harriers Coast Road 5k races was held on 25th April in atrocious weather. Eight Quakers braved the elements in the hope of picking up maximum championship points, with Michael Joyeux finishing in third place overall, and first in his age category in a time of 17:51. Michal Ondrej was second Quaker home in 18:36, whilst Chris Jakeman (19:30) managed to keep just ahead of David Todd (19:45). Dawn Richardson was second lady overall, and first in her age category, with a time of 19:53. The other Quaker participants were made up of Mark Colling (23:32), Nicolette Hollindale (24:03) and Julie Whinn (25:20).
Saturday saw Quakers attending two of the local Park Runs. Peter Earle was first Quaker to finish the Sedgefield 5k race in just under 20 minutes, followed by Mark Colling in 24:54 and Anthony Corbett in 25:26. First time “Park Runners” Steve McAllister and Wendy Colling finished in 25:31 and 26:21 respectively. April Corbett returned from injury to complete the course in 28:19, followed by Julie Remmer in 33:13 and Lorraine Batts in 34:01. Stephen Moore was the sole Quaker representative at the Albert Park venue, finishing in 21:01, whilst Graham Park travelled to North Wales to compete in the Wrexham 10 Mile race, finishing in 1:14:55.
Sunday saw the Quakers represented at varying events. The Fountains 10k race was the best attended, with Quakers making up 22 of the 266 starters. In torrential rain, Michael Joyeux was comfortably the first Quaker home in 40:11, followed by David Todd in 43:31 and Simon Byrne in 45:44. Ian Scott (47:05) was followed by first Quaker lady Corinne Murray in 47:46 and Michael Kay in 47:55. Other runners included Scott Green (48:08), Michael Lloyd (49:48), Andrew Murray (50:47), Stephen Moore (52:44), Mark Colling (53:11), Darryn Wood (53:26), Paul Keedy (54:08), Peter Rowley (54:46), Julie Whinn (56:52), Gemma Smith (57:50), Janet Bowlby (1:02:57), Emma Whitworth (1:03:30), Ally Sanderson (1:04:06), Diane Adkins (1:05:11), Nigel Walker (1:06:04) and Claire Lumbe (1:30:18). 
At the final race in the Esk Valley Winter Series, the “Fox and Hounds Chase”, Andrew Lambe (1:36:06) narrowly beat Darren Stockdale (1:36:08) with Abbie Hull finishing in 1:48:09 and Susan Curtis in 1:53:24.
The previous weekend saw three Quakers compete in the first of the “Wild Series” at Hamsterley Forest. Guy Watford was third overall in 1:15:15, with Andrew Knox finishing the 17k course in 1:24:14 and Alan Prest in 2:15:10. |
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Written by Statistician
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Wednesday, 25 April 2012 13:30 |
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Just to advise that the first three races in this years Tees Trail Race Series have been announced. (For those who don't know, this is a summer series of low-cost (£3) local 5k-ish runs now in their 11th year). Race 1 is May 9th at Preston Park, Eaglescliffe. Race 2 is May 23rd at Newham Grange Country Park. This will be a club championship event ! Race 3 is June 13th at Cowpen Bewley Woodland Park. Further details from the website www.teestrailraces.org/fixtures.htm 
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Last Updated on Tuesday, 01 May 2012 11:51 |
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Club Championship 2012: Hartlepool Marina & Mermaid 5k |
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Written by Anthony Corbett
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Tuesday, 24 April 2012 21:05 |
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The racing season officially kicked off on the first of April with the fools from the Quakers running club lining up to run the Hartlepool Marina 5 mile race. With a massive field of almost 30 runners, you could tell everyone was looking for points. New comer Charles Herrington looked to make a good first impression whilst Colin Wild turned his attention from the 10k leagues to the Championship. Former Champion Brian Martin also looked to starve off defending Champions Steve Snook and Brian Gordon. Amongst the Ladies, Bev Snook looked for the points following her new club record but she had Julie Whinn and Sally Singleton to contend with! Following the Hartlepool Marina race, another race with a nautical feel was next. Following the tragic events of early Good Friday morning, the Mermaid 10k was shortened to a 5k race. The massively improved Sean McIntyre followed Brian Martin in who was looking good for top points. Experienced runner, Ian Scott, took a break from his more outward bound events to take part in the 5k. Whilst Stephen Moore, an experienced 5k Albert Park runner, tried his hand at a championship event! The ladies were led home by Lindsey Lester in a very impressive outing although would it have been enough to keep Jule Whinn and Wendy Colling from over taking? So who took home the points? Click here to find out - Download the Championship Table as a PDF File The next race is the New Marske 5km run on 25th April – apolgies for the tardiness of this being posted! Completely my fault! - Michael |
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Race Report: GRASMERE,FELLS,TARNS AND GINGERBREAD |
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Written by Dave Thompson
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Tuesday, 24 April 2012 20:33 |
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Just love the titles,another LDWA event which does what it says on the tin. Started and finished in Grasmere. Fells yes a lot of the upward variety. Tarns lost count. Gingerbread,kindly donated to each finisher by the race sponsor. The critical bits,21 miles and approx 8,000 ft of climbing. As ever with these events terrific organisation tea and toast at the start,enough food at a couple of checkpoints to feed a whole herd of donkeys and a desperate dan cornish pasty at the finish. Blessed with good weather allowing great views across Lakeland. All this for a entry fee of £8!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Only 36,572 short of beating the number of finishers of another small race the next day somewhere down south. Annette,Charlie and myself completed in 6.36 with only one fall and no off piste moments. |
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Press Report: 24th March 2012 |
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Written by Mark Colling
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Tuesday, 24 April 2012 20:29 |
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For many runners, the pinnacle of the racing year is the London Marathon – even gaining entry is an achievement in itself. Following intense training regimes that started just after the New Year, six Quakers travelled to London to complete the 26.2 miles in the Olympic year. Despite a poor forecast, the weather was ideal for running, and Steph Gee, completing her first marathon, was first Quaker home in 4:03:30. Diane Vaughan was close behind, finishing in 4:04:19. Anthony Corbett, who usually sticks to trail and fell running, completed his first road marathon in 4:21:47 despite being tripped within the first mile by an overenthusiastic spectator. Running buddies Michelle Boshier and Sandra Park, having completed most of their training together, stuck together for the entire race, only for the clock to separate them by one second, Michelle with 4:48:47 and Sandra 4:48:48. Susan Curtis rounded the day off for the Quakers, finishing in 5:31:52. Among the charities supported by the runners were the Stroke Association, the National Autistic Society and Mountain Rescue Teams. Over a somewhat shorter distance, a number of Quakers took part in local Park Runs over the weekend. At the Sedgefield 5k race, Mark Colling was first Quaker with 25:02, closely followed by Jeff Marriott in 25:36 as his recovery from knee surgery continues. Clare Stradling improved on her Park Run time to finish in 29:23, followed by Rob Marquiss (30:44) and Julie Remmer (32:22). Recent addition to the Quakers, Susan Clark, set a new Park Run PB of 32:41. Just two Quakers completed the Albert Park course, Stephen Moore completed his 126th Park Run in 21:07, with Julie McKernon finishing in 41:03. Dave Thompson, Annette Clarke and Charlie Bogg travelled to the Lake District to compete in the “Grasmere, Fells, Tarns & Gingerbread” challenge. Over 21 miles and around 8,000 feet of ascent, they saw a lot of Grasmere, quite a few fells and tarns, and were welcomed home by a helping of gingerbread. The trio completed the arduous course together in 6:36. The previous weekend, Eddie Griffiths headed north to take part in the Edinburgh “Rock’n’Roll” Half Marathon, completing the picturesque course in 1:37:37. |
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Press Report: 19th April 2012 |
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Written by Mark Colling
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Thursday, 19 April 2012 07:31 |
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Saturday 14th April saw a number of Quakers taking part in the Wensleydale Wander, organised by the Rotary Club of Wensleydale in aid of the Yorkshire Air Ambulance. As well as having the option of completing a 12 or 22 mile route starting and finishing in Leyburn, participants were able to opt to run or walk either distance. First Quaker home, and fifth overall for the 12 mile route was Andrew Lambe in 1:44:40. Abbie Hull continued her good run of form by finishing second lady in 1:52:50, followed by Anthony Corbett in 2:02:42 and Susan Curtis in 2:42.30. Sandra Cass, April Corbett, Michelle Boshier and Lewis Boshier chose to walk the course together in 3:19:06. Over the longer route, Charlie Bogg, Annette Clarke and Dave Thompson were first Quakers home in 4:12:30, with Shirley Connor and Kate Schweizer teaming up to finish in 4:43:00. Using the event to get some marathon training in, Diane Gardner, Diane Adkins, Julie Whinn and Nicola Howe came home in 5:24:16, whilst Mark and Wendy Colling walked the route in 5:59:50.
David Todd (19:58) and Stephen Moore (21:16) completed the Saturday morning 5k race at Albert Park, with Peter Rowley (23:39), Chris Minto (23:52), Jeff Marriott (26:01), John Brant (26:32), Lorraine Batts (33:57) and Julie McKernon (36:45) opting for the 5k Sedgefield Parkrun instead. 
Simon Byrne enjoying the mud in Guisbrough Sunday saw a half dozen Quakers head for the hills to compete in the “Gisborough” Moors fell race. Nick Wadd was first Quaker to complete the 12.5 mile course, including 2,600 feet of ascent in 1:42:29. Mark Robinson was next in 1:52:21, followed by Simon Byrne in 2:03:26 and Darren Stockdale in 2:03:26. Andrew Lambe and Abbie Hull followed up their good runs of the previous day to finish in 2:08:54 and 2:21:23 respectively. 
Abbie also enjoying the mud and water in Guisbrough Photos used courtesy from Dave Aspin |
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