Stroud Half Marathon – 29th October 2023
Despite the potential for an extra hour in bed this weekend, time was running out for Bourton Roadrunners’ members to add to their points-tally in the club’s own race series. One such opportunity presented itself at the Stroud Half Marathon, where nearly 850 runners lined up early on a fresh, yet bright Autumnal morning.
Chris Dry was the only Bourton man running the challenging course, achieving a fine one hour, 55 minutes and eight seconds, boosting his points total in the Men’s Open and MV55 categories. Meanwhile, Liz Hulcup has faced strong competition this year, both from younger runners within the club and across the county; however, she demonstrated her experience and determination at Stroud, completing the 13.1 miles in a time of 2:02:31 and was 2nd LV70. Second-claim member Linda Edwards, representing the club Running Somewhere Else, had a strong run finishing in 2:12:11.
Parkruns- 28th October 2023
The previous day, regardless of any hints that rain might return, Bourton Roadrunners were out joining thousands of other parkrun enthusiasts at the
following locations:
Cheltenham Pittville Park: Chris Dry – 29:15, John Harding – 29:16.
Chipping Norton: Edward Hare – 20:20 (3rd overall and JM11-14/1), Jenny Evanson – 35:03.
Evesham: Lorna Shawcross – 25:51 (LV60/1), Imogen Cox – 32:37.
Gloucester City: Steph Holton – 24:22 (LV55/1), Susan Hunt – 25:29 (LV55/2), Linda Edwards – 30:03.
Witney: Sarah Conway – 50:54 (course PB), John Conway – 50:54.
Wolford Wood: Dougal Hamilton-Smith – 20:56 (3rd overall and JM15-17/1).
Highlights
Chris picked up valuable club points at Stroud Half, finishing in 1:55:08 and Liz was 2nd LV70 in a competitive age-group.
Other reports may be found on our recent race reports page.