Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.1.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Helsby Running Club Release your green energy with us ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/36-2/) - Thanks also to supporting friends and sponsors Mick Hall Photos, runABC North. Race 37th four villages half marathon – Sunday 19 January 2019 Course A scenic road race through rural countryside, passing through the Cheshire villages of Dunham on the Hill, Mouldsworth, Manley, Alvanley and Helsby. Accurately measured (certificate number 11/071, measured 2 January 2012), - [Year end AGM - a summary and a celebration!](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/year-end-agm-a-summary-and-a-celebration/) - Monday 22 June, Chair June Whitehead Thank you for giving your time to be here tonight — especially in this heat and after the track session. As I look back on the past year, I feel incredibly proud of everything Helsby Running Club has achieved and privileged to have played a small part in its - [Home Victory for Helsby at Sold-Out Four Villages Half Marathon](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/home-victory-for-helsby-at-sold-out-four-villages-half-marathon/) - With 1,700 runners signed up, athletes took to the Cheshire country lanes on Sunday, navigating a scenic route from Helsby through the rural villages of Dunham-on-the-Hill, Mouldsworth, and Manley.Despite the rainy conditions, the atmosphere remained electric. This year’s sold-out event was particularly historic, as the home club, Helsby, triumphed for the first time in the - [Helsby RC Blog - 3rd June 2025](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-blog-3rd-june-2025/) - It's a few weeks since the last race reports blog so there's plenty to catch up on. As usual, if we've missed any races (we may well have with it being a few weeks), just drop us a line with the details and we'll include them in the next edition. Mid Cheshire 5k We had - [Helsby RC Blog - 8th May 2025](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-blog-8th-may-2025/) - Welcome to the latest race results blog. It's been a good few weeks since the last one so there's a lot of results! Let us know if we've missed any - any that we've missed, we'll include next time. We'll also include Dinas Bran and the Borders Relays in the next edition (they took place - [We won the league!](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/we-won-the-league/) - Helsby men’s team have won the winter Borders League. The league has been running for 42 years now with a series of road races open to all member clubs in the west Cheshire and north Wales areas, held over the winter season. The men last lifted the trophy a full 24 years ago, dating back - [Helsby RC Blog - 20th March 2025](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-blog-20th-march-2025/) - Welcome to the latest Helsby results roundup. Plenty to update on since the last edition............ Borders League – Capenhurst Sunday saw Helsby Men took a giant step towards winning the Borders League with a huge victory on the day at Capenhurst. We had Conor Sarsfield in 2nd place overall breaking the club 5 mile record - [Helsby RC Blog - 6th March 2025](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-blog-6th-march-2025/) - Welcome to the latest Helsby results roundup. We've had race victories, age category successes and club records broken since the last edition.......... Delamere 10k & Half Marathon Last Sunday, Delamere forest hosted the rearranged trail series event and we had Helsby representation in both events: In the 10k, we had Steph Hughes (185th, 64:49), Nesta - [Helsby RC Blog - 20th February 2025](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-blog-20th-february-2025/) - 4 Villages Half Marathon We somehow forgot to include the 4VHM in the last blog edition! But full Helsby results from our signature race are below. It was a great day, with a number of PB performances, some great pacing from our pacing teams. Andy Brookshaw and Hannah Cowley (running for Dragons but 2nd claim - [Helsby RC - Blog - 7th February 2025](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-blog-7th-february-2025/) - Welcome to the latest blog. We're trialling a new approach to writing these – we've previously been using the approach that members send in their own race reports but struggling to get enough reports sent in to really make it work (we'd only had 1 in the past 2 months). So instead we're trialling the - [Helsby RC - EOY Club Talk](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-eoy-club-talk/) - Hi everyone. Firstly Merry Christmas Green Army and welcome to the latest edition of the blog. The publication cadence of the blog is driven by how often YOU submit material. So remember - as long as the topic is club related, it is fair game for the round up blog. We ALWAYS want to hear - [Helsby RC - Nov round up](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-november-round-up/) - Hi everyone. Welcome to the latest edition of the blog. The publication cadence of the blog is driven by how often YOU submit material. So remember - as long as the topic is club related, it is fair game for the round up blog. We ALWAYS want to hear from YOU. Please send your material - [Helsby RC - Sep round up 2](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-round-up-3/) - Latest Green Army news & reviews Welcome to our latest Helsby RC round-up! No less than 10, yes a 10 Brucie Bonus bumper bonanza of races to review this edition! Grab a cuppa, kick off the running shoes, sit back and enjoy! The publication cadence of the blog is driven by how often YOU submit - [Helsby RC - Sep Round up](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-round-up-2/) - Latest Green Army news & reviews Welcome to our latest Helsby RC round-up! We've got several races to report back on, so sit back and enjoy the read.............. As long as the topic is club related it is fair game for the round up blog. We want to hear from YOU. Please send your material - [Helsby RC - Aug round up](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-round-up/) - Latest Green Army news & reviews Green Army - Capenhurst 5k - 15th August 2024 Round up blog We're looking to start getting these writeups out again, as they're a great way to showcase everything that's going on within the club. However, this is only possible with YOUR material sent in each week to put - [Helsby RC - Oct round up](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-round-up-4/) - Welcome to the latest Helsby RC blog! We've got 5 excellent race reports for you this week so grab a tea or coffee and enjoy the read! The publication cadence of the blog is driven by how often YOU submit material. So remember - as long as the topic is club related, it is fair - [4VHM 2025 - date announced](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/4vhm-2025-date-announced/) - Gosh is it that time already? As is traditional, those wishing to make a start on their New Year's fitness have the perfect excuse – the Four Villages Half Marathon. One of the best club and community organised races around. Next year's event is in the early stages of planning and we know the organised - [Helsby RC - Weekly round up](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up/) - Hi All, After something of a stuttered start, it is hoped that we will be be back on track with weekly round-ups from here on. So please send any race reports, or anything that you want including to: helsbyracereports@gmail.com Fell Relays 2023 The 2023 British Fell and Relay Championships will take place in Keswick, Lake - [Helsby RC - Weekly round up](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-round-up-w-e-13-08-23/) - Hi Everyone, If there are any race reports that you want adding to this week's round-up please send them to helsbyracereports@gmail.com Widnes Park Run (road race 4) There were 11 Helsby members recorded in the Widnes Parkrun results on Saturday, which was our 4th road race counter. If you ran and are not showing in - [Helsby RC - Weekly round up](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-round-up-for-w-e-01-10-23-w-e-08-10-23/) - Hi All, Please try and remember to send any race reports into helsbyracereports@gmail.com. I know a lot of people post on Facebook, and its great to see the posts of what you are all doing on FB, but not all our members use FB. So if there is anything that you want all the Green - [Helsby RC - Weekly round up](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-4/) - Hi all! A quick reminder - please try and remember to send any race reports into helsbyracereports@gmail.com! British Fell Relays This weekend saw the annual British Fell Relays, this year held in Keswick in the wonderful Lake District. The event sees four legs - two paired legs, and two solo legs - and involves varying - [Helsby RC - Weekly round up](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-5/) - Hi everybody, gonna keep it brief this week. A quick reminder that Sunday 5th Nov at 11am is our next Borders League race at Birkenhead Park, we would love to see some of our new members there too it’s a great opportunity to meet up and get to know everyone. You must wear a club - [Helsby RC - Weekly round up](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-round-up-for-w-e-12-11-23/) - Hi All. Don't forget to send any race reports into helsbyracereports@gmail.com so that they can be included in our club blog. There hasn't been much in the inbox recently. Any race reports sent to the inbox help keep the club's public profile up to date as they will be posted on the club website. Clwydian - [4VHM - thank you!](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/4vhm-thank-you/) - Thank you for everyone that turned out to run, marshal, watch, feed and cheer our runners. Couldn't have done it without you. Our race director is hoping to get some words out when he's got his breath back but for now, thanks for making our community event such a success. Feedback has been good, there's - [Helsby RC - Weekly round up](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-24-12-23/) - Festive Green Army blog greetings.......... Club Talk - 20/12/23 Wednesday saw an impressive turnout for the festive runs. Following the runs in the Sports Club the mince pies, sausage rolls and homemade festive treats were out in force alongside massed club members. Everyone came down to listen to Male Club Captain & Vice Captain Mike - [Why XC!](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/why-xc/) - Debbie Read posted this on Facebook, and it's too good to hide away on there. See also: Why cross country? Cross Country (XC) season is about to start and I’ve been asked all sorts of questions, so, for those of you new to Helsby Running Club, or those who’ve been members for a while but - [Four villages now open!](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/four-villages-now-open/) - Our fantastic winter half is now open for business and this one is the 40th! Please join us if you fancy it, generally thought of as one of the best around and an ideal staging post for those keen folk building up to a spring marathon. This year's race is again part of the Northern - [Helsby RC - Weekly round up](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-3/) - This week the Helsby RC blog brings you #greenarmy podium success, a look back into the race archives and a look forward to an autumn/winter of events. With the blog now back up and running I wanted to take the opportunity to tell you we have a team of 4 bloggers; myself, Pete, Jim and - [Blog's back!](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/blogs-back/) - Hello Green Army!! There have been rumours circulating and I would like to confirm that yes!! After a three-year hiatus the blog is indeed back!! Firstly, I would like to apologise, as I did promise to have this up the weekend after the Wobbler and I would like to say that I have been incredibly - [Helsby track night a big success!](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-track-night-a-big-success/) - A wet and windy 18th August saw us host our inaugural Helsby Track Night at Ellesmere Port Sports Village and safe to say it was a huge success! 7 races took place (including the kids race) across the evening where we were supported by a brilliant team of track officials organised by our very own - [Helsby RC- Weekly round up](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-2/) - Greetings everyone!! Apologies for the lack of blogs in recent weeks, I have been assured by the rest of the team that we are back on track for weekly blogs going forward. Firstly a big shout out to Jake Holmes for putting together a very entertaining talk on Ultra marathon races on Wednesday evening. Keep - [2021 Club Championship](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/2021-club-championship/) - The 2021 Club Championship winners were announced this evening during a presentation at Helsby Community Sports Club (after the summer handicap race) and are listed below. Due to the pandemic, the 2021 Championship just consisted of the 2021/22 Border League and 2021/22 cross country races. The 2022 Championship is back to normal and has already - [Sandstone Trail results and race report!](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/sandstone-trail-results/) - For now, thanks all for coming and making it happen. Massive thanks to everyone that ran, walked and staggered the 34 miles, including that extra 1/2m you probably didn't want 20 miles in. Especially large thanks to the huge army of volunteers that made it happen. Not forgetting our heros Dave & Leslie that pulled - [2023 champs dates now up!](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/2023-champs-dates-now-up/) - The races in the Helsby Running Club 2023 fell, road and trail championships are now live. Get involved, get running. Most of these races are friendly, within striking distance and fairly cheap to enter. The way the champs works means consistency and turning up are rewarded, particularly in the age category awards – you don't - [Joe Beswick Sandstone Trail Challenge](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/joe-beswick-sandstone-trail-challenge-2/) - Next race – Sunday 14 May 2023 We’ve renamed the event in honour of a dear friend and club stalwart. Event details: Sandstone Trail Challenge Entries open 1 Feb, via Nifty. - [Four villages success](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/four-villages-success/) - Thanks to everyone that came along and ran on the day and the huge army of volunteers that made it happen! The rain stopped just in time for the start and on the day we had 1132 finishers up from 2022 (and the Covid years we don't like to mention). The field was led home - [Updated club championship results](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/updated-club-championship-results/) - With only a couple of races remaining that count in the summer (fell, road and trail) series left and the first Border League race run, Mike Fryer has kindly updated the results and standings. These are available at: HRC-2022-Champs.xlsx (Excel spreadsheet) or HRC-2022-Champs_as_at_17Oct22.pdf (PDF). The main results page is: www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/club-championships/results/ so bookmark this page to - [Latest club championship results - 11 September 2022](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/latest-club-championship-results-11-september-2022/) - Thanks to Mike Fryer for updating the 2022 club championship results up to the races on Sunday 10 September. These results are available here: https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/club-championships/results/ Please inform Mike if you notice anything that needs amending. - [Codes of Conduct](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/codes-of-conduct/) - Just to remind you that it is a requirement of your membership of Helsby Running Club that you sign up to the Senior Athletes Code of Conduct. Therefore, we would be very grateful if you could do so by following the instructions below. Instructions Log into the myAthletics Portal at https://myathleticsportal.englandathletics.org/ (see screenshot below). If you have - [Change of race in 2022 Club Fell Counter competition.](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/change-of-race-in-2022-club-fell-counter-competition/) - Unfortunately the Ras Cyrn y Brain on 4th September has been cancelled. The Cilcain Mountain Race, at 1pm on the Bank Holiday Monday of 29th August, has therefore been added to the list of fell races that points can be earned in the club counter competition. The race is £5 entry on the day. More - [Upcoming local races - June & July 2022](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/upcoming-local-races-june-july-2022/) - June Wednesday 8th Up The Beast (Fell 8K) - club counterThursday 9th Deestriders ORGP race 1 of 4 (multi-terrain approx 4m)Thursday 9th Rob McHarry Memorial 5k, Birchwood, Warrington (road/parkland) - club counterFriday 10th Club Summer Handicap (Helsby Hill 4k ish) - contact Ben Tumilty to enterWednesday 15th Hills of Hell, Old Pale, Delamere Forest (5k - [Joe Beswick Sandstone Trail Challenge](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/joe-beswick-sandstone-trail-challenge/) - Phew what a day! Many thanks to everyone that turned out to run, walk, marshal, bake, offer tea and sympathy and otherwise keep everyone safe. Extra special thanks to our race organisers David and Lesley Feakes who calmly put it all together! We had a few retirees, a pulled muscle and a small tussle with - [Latest 2021 club championship update](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/latest-2021-club-championship-update/) - With two races remaining, the Helsby Running Club Championship is hotting up. The latest results are shown below. The prizes will be presented on the evening of Friday 10 June at Helsby Community Sports Club. The remaining races are: Sunday 10 April - Border League - TattenhallWednesday 13 May - Border League & Border League - [Updates to website and membership - 1 April 2022](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/updates-to-website-and-membership-1-april-2022/) - Today, Helsby Running Club's website has been updated with: Details of our safeguarding policy and procedures helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/about/safeguarding/Our inclusion policy - link to PDF on helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/constitution-codes-of-practice-and-privacy/Our constitution (as updated at the AGM last September): helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/about/constitution/The entry details and date for Mobberley Round the Runway 5 miler, which is a club counter: helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/club-championships/summer-road-fell-and-trail-races/ Also, today, emails about - [2022 Summer Club Championships - Races announced](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/2022-summer-club-championships-races-announced/) - The races that count towards the summer club championships have been decided - helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/club-championships/summer-road-fell-and-trail-races/ Your best four out of seven races in a category to count - lots of prizes as prizes 🏆 for each age category for each of fell, trail and road awarded down to third place ☺️ - [Four villages 2022 race results](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/four-villages-2022-race-results/) - Head over to the Nifty site for full race results of Sunday's Four Villages. Full category breakdown here, congratulations to all our prize winners: 4vhm-2022-winners-v2Download Thank you for everyone that made our race happen. New venue, smaller numbers Covid, lots of other challenges. It worked! Thank you to everyone that kept the faith. It's a - [Joe Beswick sandstone trail challenge](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/joe-beswick-sstc/) - We are planning ahead for the Sandstone Trail in the summer. The event has been renamed the Joe Beswick SSTC (Sandstone Trail Challenge) in honour of our dear friend Joe who passed a year ago. Joe was a stalwart of the club for 30+ years and the driving force in our coaching even in his - [Spine Race completion](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/spine-race-completion/) - Congratulations to Jake Holmes, one of our members, who completed the 268 mile non-stop Spine Race along the Pennine Way in 6 days 1 hour and 42 minutes. Read Jake's account at: https://jakehblog.co.uk/ultras/spine-race-2022. For more details of the race, go to: https://thespinerace.com/ - [Dates for your diaries - Nov & Dec 2021](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/dates-for-your-diaries-nov-dec-2021/) - For further details of cross-country (XC) and Borders League races, please go to: - [Four villages – latest news](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/four-villages-latest-news/) - Now that the race packs have been dispatched, we are going to be doing everything we can to ensure the race goes ahead and ensure people keep as safe as possible. We want to be as transparent as possible and explain our thought processes Our first port of call is to be informed by our - [2020 Helsby Club Championship](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/2020-helsby-club-championship/) - The club took inspiration from the Olympics and the Euro football champs and called the mini-championship of five races the 2020 championship. The races that counted were: Helsby RC event along the Oakmere Way – Wednesday 28th July – organised by JackieHelsby RC event using Old Pale, Delamere – Wednesday 11th August – organised by - [Four villages half marathon 2022](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/four-villages-half-marathon-2022/) - Yes! We're open for business 1 October 2021. Race day is 16 January 2022. Read more here. - [UKA Codes of Conduct](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/uka-codes-of-conduct/) - The UKA codes of conduct for athletes, volunteers, etc will be discussed at our AGM on 15 September. Please go to: www.uka.org.uk/governance/safegarding/codes-of-conduct/ if you want to know more. - [Old Pale Club Championship Race](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/old-pale-club-championship-race/) - The results for the second race in the 2021 Helsby Running Club Championship are below. The overall standings have been updated - an Excel spreadsheet is available here. Below the results is a report from Hannah Cowley and some photos. Report Hannah Cowley It’s a Wednesday evening and thankfully the rain had disappeared and the sun - [Green Army back at Parkruns](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/green-army-back-at-parkruns/) - With Parkrun restarting on Saturday 24 July, 11 Helsby RC runners were in action on this Saturday at three runs - consolidated results - congratulations to Mike Fryer and Chris Fitzpatrick who completed a Green Army one-two at the Phoenix Parkrun with times of 18:44 and 19:01. Congratulations to Karen Horsley who was the fastest - [Oakmere Way Club Championship Race](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/oakmere-way-club-championship-race/) - Here are the results and Jackie's report on the Oakmere Way Club Championship Race; this is the first of five races that will count towards this year's club championship - see dates-for-your-diaries-update-10-july-21 for more details. Results Report After weeks of dry hot weather, it finally broke on Wednesday afternoon with a dramatic thunder & lightning - [Dates for your diaries - update - 10 July 21](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/dates-for-your-diaries-update-10-july-21/) - Ladies and gents,A few updates to the “dates for your diaries”, it looks like we are getting busy again 🙂 Club Championship Given the sparsity of races this year and the perceived difficulty of getting an entry, we have decided to try and run a club championship of a handful of races which will not - [2021 Robbie Webster's Wobbler - race report and results available](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/2021-robbie-websters-wobbler-race-report-and-results-available/) - Results and race report now available here. Photos available at: https://flic.kr/s/aHsmW8rjWF - [Mid Cheshire 5km - 30 April 2021](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/mid-cheshire-5km-30-april-2021/) - Some great running by Helsby RC competitors in this race...all achieved 5km PBs 😀 - [Cheshire Dragons breath into life](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/cheshire-dragons-breath-into-life/) - Friday 30th April saw the first racing debut of athletes from the newest running club in the area, Cheshire Dragons. The Club came about due to the pandemic – for about fifteen years Bernie Jones has been organizing training sessions in Cuddington but due to the pandemic had little alternative other than to form a - [Cheshire Cross Country Championships - 17 April 2021](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/cheshire-cross-country-championships-17-april-2021/) - A sunny, warm day in April, rather than the usual cold, wet day in January, saw nine Helsby RC runners competing at the delayed 2021 Cheshire County Cross Country Championships - one of only two county championships to go ahead in 2021 Helsby RC teams at 2021 Cheshire XC Champs Both women and men ran - [First 2021 club run after lockdown](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/first-2021-club-run-after-lockdown/) - Wednesday 31 March saw 55 members (about a third of our membership) out on the first Wednesday evening club run after lockdown. A variety of routes on and off road were run. - [Virtual 5km relay results](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/virtual-5km-relay-results/) - After 50 of us running a total of 250km (155 miles) run in 19:09:44, we have the results. First, congratulations to all who ran and particularly those who ran 5km PBs.The team results are: Winners: Quarry Lane (Adam Gordon, Gareth Boyd, Jason Tate, Phil Mann, Stacey Andrew) in 1:28:09 Runners-up: Pingot Lane (Colin Thompson, Ian Hamling, Julie Briody, Lauren Cooke) in 1:29:34 The individual results - [Admin note - membership update and England Athletics](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/admin-note-membership-update-and-england-athletics/) - You may have seen a recent email "England Athletics Athlete Registration 2021/2022" from England Athletics, so we thought it was worth explaining the timing of 2021/22 Helsby Running Club membership renewal and its link to EA athlete registration. The Helsby RC renewal emails will be issued in May 2021 just after our AGM (date to - [Fundraisers - thank you!](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/fundraisers-thank-you/) - In this craziest of times we've also been asking members, friends and race entrants for donations. Together these raised a staggering £4700 — thank you! The absence of our annual Four Villages Half Marathon in January, would have lead to a shortfall of donations to our key charities - the two local hospices. Both are - [26 years ago - 2nd in Cheshire Road Relays](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/26-years-ago-2nd-in-cheshire-road-relays/) - Memories from the past: in 1995, our Helsby RC were second in Cheshire Road Relays - [Local 5km, 5 miles and 10km running loops](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/local-5km-5-miles-and10km-running-loops/) - Here are some local running loops of 5 kilometres (3.11 miles), 5 miles (8.05 miles) and 10 kilometres (6.21 miles) length starting and finishing in Helsby, Frodsham, Runcorn and other towns and villages that our members live in. 5 km (3.11 miles) Godscroft 5K (Mike Fryer) 3.1 mi Road Running Route on Strava - 96ft - [Christmas Handicap 2020](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/christmas-handicap-2020/) - Here are the results of the Christmas. Thanks to Ben for organising and John, Denise, Steve, Lesley, Chris L, Phil, Jenny, Helen and Tim for helping. - [Sandstone Trail 2021 - cancelled](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/sandstone-trail-2021/) - Hi folks, ok let's get this out of the way... you're no doubt expecting this but sadly we're having to cancel the 2021 version of this excellent event. We've been agonising within the club about the feasibility of running the event in May and we've come to realise that it's not safe for you, not - [Joe Beswick](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/joe-beswick/) - Funeral details at: Joe's funeral A message from our chair, Phil Gillard: It is with great sadness that I have to announce the passing of Joe Beswick of Helsby Running Club at the age of 89. Joe was a talented runner who started off his athletics career in the army, developing into an inspirational coach - [Virtual Road Relay Competition](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/virtual-road-relay-competition/) - Here are the results for the green army runners. There were 2,454 finishers. Thank you all for running - everyone ran brilliantly especially in cold, dark, wet, ... :) If you want to see more detail, go to https://data.opentrack.run/en-gb/x/2020/GBR/earr/ There were 128 teams that finished and we came 69th with a time of 4:19:22 (average - [Joe's funeral](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/joes-funeral/) - Joe’s funeral will be held at St Luke’s, Dunham on the Hill at 13:00 on Friday 15th January 2020. Joe’s cortege will travel from JC Clarkes on Main Street in Frodsham past Castle Park, through Helsby and then onto Dunham via the A56. He is due to leave Frodsham at about 12:15 and arrive at - [9 miles for Joe](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/9-miles-for-joe/) - Further to: https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/joe-beswick/, another message from our club chair, Phil Gillard I have been in touch with Joe’s family and discussed the fact that many of us would like to pay our last respects to Joe but clearly won’t be able to do so because of the current Covid restrictions.We have come up with something - [Four Villages 2021. Sorry!](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/four-villages-2021-sorry/) - After much careful consideration and review of the current guidance for road racing we have taken the difficult decision not to put on the 4VHM in January 2021. This is obviously hugely disappointing but we hope you will understand this decision in the current climate. Under current COVID guidelines and requirements from Athletic governing bodies - [56 runners out on Wednesday club run - is this a record?](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/56-runners-out-on-club-runs-is-this-record/) - Yesterday (8 July) saw 56 Helsby runners out on the regular Wednesday club run - despite the rain and COVID-19 restrictions. Everyone was split into groups of six or less to comply with the COVID-19 restrictions. A mix of distances, routes and terrain were done, some pushed over the 10 mile mark, others settled for - [2020 Annual General Meeting - 28 June](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/2020-annual-general-meeting-28-june/) - An online AGM will be held at 7pm on Sunday 28 June 2020 via Zoom - log-in details circulated to all members by email on Monday 22 June. If you don't have this email, please use the form at the bottom of this post to contact us. This will be organised as follows: 1. Officers - [Mark Hinson](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/mark-hinson/) - My good friend and ex Helsby RC member Mark Hinson unfortunately passed away on 28th May! Mark was an excellent runner with PB’s of 15min at 5k, 31 mins at 10k and 70min at half marathon and was an intricate member of Helsby RC teams winning team prizes and Cheshire Championships! Most of all he - [Know your fellow members](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/know-your-fellow-members/) - Sue Buck Age: v50 Height: 5ft 3 1/2 Place of Birth: Mansfield, Nottinghamshire Started running when: Early 40s. Average weekly mileage; 25 - 30 currently. Normally between 20 and 25. Best PB's: 5k 24:2110k 49:40 Most successful year; 2014. I did the Sandstone Trail Challenge and then got a number of PBs afterwards. I also - [Weekly Challenge - 26 May 2020](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/weekly-challenge-26-may-2020/) - Congratulations to Rebecca Tate and Ian Landucci, who won this challenge on age-based scores, and Karen Horsley and Neil Fergusson, who won this challenge based on race personal bests since 1 Jan 2019. The runners-up were Christine Webber & Jim Jones, and Rebecca Tate & Thomas Atherton. The FINAL results are available here. - [New Felsby Challenge](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/hill-challenge/) - Ladies and gents, I must admit, I was blown away by the creativity in the last Felsby challenge, however, there were some who were at a slight disadvantage as they don’t live near a big hill, so I have tried to redress the balance for those who live near multiple small hills. The idea again - [Virtual 5k race](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/virtual-5k-race/) - Here are details of the virtual 5k race that will run during the COVID-19 shutdown. It is the weekly Helsby RC challenge from Tuesday 5 May to Monday 11 May, and then carry on for as long as there is interest. It is open to all, not just Helsby Running Club members. However, the results - [Cheshire County Athletics Association Virtual Championships 2020](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/cheshire-county-athletics-association-virtual-championships-2020/) - These Cheshire County Athletics Association Virtual Championships 2020 may interest Helsby RC runners :) There are races of 5km, 5miles and 10km. Please see the details below... - [This week's challenge](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/this-weeks-challenge/) - This week’s challenge is running backwards – not literally. The idea is to pick one of your favourite routes, probably one with a bit of elevation is best.Once you have selected your route go out and run it at your normal training pace, record your time and maybe a few thoughts on how it went. - [Weekly speed session](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/results-of-the-second-felsby-challenge/) - Apologies for the delay in posting this session for the week, this is actually the 4 attempt of writing this post each time either work or a small child has gotten in the way of me finishing it. Back to Pyramids this week: 1 min2 mins4 mins6 mins4 mins2 mins1 min Vary the recovery between - [Virtual 5k round-up](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/virtual-5k-round-up/) - Hi everyone A big thank you to everyone who took part in our virtual 5k challenge last week and a special thanks to Tim Palmer for organising the event and collating all the results. We had a good number of people taking on the distance and some great times to boot! It's very tough running - [Four villages half marathon 2021 - update May 2020](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/four-villages-half-marathon-2021-update-may-2020/) - In these unprecedented times, we wanted to get in touch to share our plans for next year’s Essar Four Villages Half Marathon. We feel very lucky that this year’s race was able to go ahead in light of what we're now all facing. We're very much hoping that the 4VHM will take place on Sunday - [4VHM age category records updated](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/4vhm-age-category-records-updated/) - The age category records for the Four Villages Half Marathon has just been updated (first time since 2014). These can be found here. Any queries, please contact runners@helsbyrunningclub.org.uk - [Stay awesome people!](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/stay-awesome-people/) - Racing news [None] Back in the real world We're all in the weirdest place right now and hopefully you and your families are fit and well. As runners we know a thing or two about resilience. All the hard miles building up to your key races and spring marathons haven't been wasted. You're in good - [Cloud 9 and Pipe Dream](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/weekly-blog-feb-22-to-march-1/) - Rebecca Tate sent in this report from the Cloud 9 race Race report for Sunday's race (1st march) Cloud 9 race day dawned not as windy or awful as expected, and though we ran through hail, wind and sun, the temperature was quite pleasant. As usual the organisation was spot on, ample parking, quick registration, - [10k time trial and 2x20 milers](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/weekly-blog-2-8-march/) - Hello everyone Welcome to this weeks round up. Lots to report on so let's get cracking. First a couple of announcements from our VC Fitzy: Delamere parkrun Saturday 14th March with see our C25K group graduate at Delamere Parkrun after 9 weeks hard training. We are also providing marshals on the day, along with pacers. - [Coranavirus announcement - 17 March 2020](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/coranavirus-announcement-17-march-2020/) - Ladies and gents, Most of you will have seen the latest advice from England Athletics, which states that we should avoid any face to face activity, this includes training, races and meetings. England Athletics are our governing body and our insurance from UK Athletics is provided via our membership of them. Helsby Running Club will - [Ruthin 10k & XC photos](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/ruthin-10k-xc-photos/) - Ruthin 10k Sunday 23rd February- Karen Horsley With the recent storms and more wind and rain forecast for the weekend I was starting to wonder why I thought a 10k race in Wales in February would be a good idea! However, on the day we were actually treated to a relatively dry and mild morning. - [Weekly round-up from Monday 10th to Sunday 16th February 2020](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/weekly-round-up-from-monday-10th-to-sunday-16th-february-2020/) - Hi everyone, and welcome to the weekly round-up. There have been some cracking reports sent in this week. It's great to hear what Helsby RC members have been put to so please keep sending any contributions to helsby-race-reports@outlook.com Before the racing news we have a quick reminder from Tim Palmer regarding the club calendar where - [Time trial, Aintree half, Croxteth xc](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/this-week-27-jan-2-feb/) - Hello everyone Welcome to the weekly racing news. A big thank you to everyone who sent in a report this week, it's much appreciated. First up is the 10k TT results from last week: Mike Fryer 38.09Chris Lloyd 42.57Ian Landucci 45.42Jane Ashbrook 51.52 (first lady 👍)Ste Wiggins 54.54Hannah Ryan 55.28 (first timer and a PB!)Neil - [Club counters 2020](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/club-counters-2020/) - You will all be glad to know that the 2020/21 club counters have now been finalised (with a few dates and start times TBC). We have done it a bit differently this year, as we wanted to encourage as much participation as possible and make it accessible for everyone. We have had dwindling numbers recently - [4 villages marshal's view!](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/monday-13th-sunday-19th-january-2020/) - First blog of the year... HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE! 2020 promises to be a fantastic year for runners! Please please can people send in reports and updates for us to share in this blog. They can be short and sweet or longer as you wish. It’s really interesting to hear first hand what everyone has - [Sandstone trail opens 1 Feb](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/sandstone-trail-opens-sat-1/) - Sandstone trail opens for entries Saturday 1 February (at 6am for you early birds!) Enter here We fully expect runner's place to go very quickly, so worth setting your alarm! Walkers will have more time to enter before these places fill. An important change this year is that we'd lowering the maximum expected completion to - [Arrowe Park Sunday league](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-23rd-to-29th-december-2019/) - Happy new year everyone! Not much in the inbox last week, I assume you were all enjoying yourselves too much over Christmas! Remember if you do a race please fire a report over to helsby-race-reports@outlook.com, even just a few words or link to the results will be enough, generally if the bloggers weren't at the - [Helsby RC weekly round-up. Monday 25/11/19 to Sunday 1/12/19](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-monday-25-11-19-to-sunday-1-12-19/) - Hello! Hope everyone has been enjoying running in the lovely winter sunshine. Please let us know what you have all been up to at helsby-race-reports@outlook.com. Thanks very much. Message from the Chair. Cycle club talk on Wednesday 4th Dec (tomorrow) Calling all members, we need you. Helsby Cycle Club are putting in a lot of effort - [10k Time Trial](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-8th-to-22nd-december-2019/) - Merry Christmas everyone It's a double blog this week as there were nothing in the inbox last week, but doesn't look like there is anything this week either! So all I have are the 10k time trial results from last month and parkrun results :-( Firstly though just a quick announcement about the 4 Villages - [Weekly update: 2nd Dec to 8th Dec](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/weekly-update-2nd-dec-to-8th-dec/) - Just the one race report this week, Richard Hankin sent this in from the Vale of Clwyd Half Marathon I’ve been running a half a month as part of my marathon training. There are few halfs in December but I found this one on the internet. Run by Outfit it has been going for 10 - [Where has all the content gone?](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/regular-training-wednesday-evening/) - We are moving all content from this website to www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk over the next month or two. We hope this to be complete by around March 2020 Want to run with us (member or not), please feel free to join us on Monday evening, Wednesday evening or early Friday morning - please see our recently updated - [Four villages round-up](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/four-villages-round-up/) - Thank you all runners, racers, volunteers, suppliers! We were delighted to see over 1700 runners on the start line of the Essar 4 Villages Half Marathon on Sunday. Our race is organised and run by volunteers and we donate over £10,000 every year to local groups and charities. Helsby Running Club endeavored to make the - [Couch to 5k - starting 13 January](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/couch-to-5k-starting-13-january/) - Want to get fit, lose weight and feel healthier in 2020? Helsby Running Club started a 'Couch to 5k' group on Monday 13 January 2020 at 6:30pm at Helsby Sports Club, Chester Road, WA6 0DL. It's not too late to join in. £2 a session — when you complete the course, this pays for your - [Christmas Handicap results 2019](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/christmas-handicap-results-2019/) - 2019 Christmas Handicap results available... - [Helsby RC weekly round-up. Monday 11/11/19 to Sunday 24/11/19](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-monday-11-11-19-to-sunday-24-11-19/) - Hi Everyone, Thanks to those of you who have sent something to the inbox this week. Sorry if you missed the blog last week but there wasn't anything in the inbox. Please remember to send any contributions to helsby-race-reports@outlook.com. Reminder Borders League Race 3 - 11am Sunday 1st December - Birkenhead Park A reminder from - [Helsby RC weekly round up 4th to 10th November](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-4th-to-10th-november/) - Lots of great reports this week, thanks for sending them in. But first a quick mention that the Christmas Party will be on Saturday 7th December and will take in the festivities of Ho Ho Helsby! Guess the Time - Wednesday 6th November by Phil Gillard Fifteen hardy souls braved a cold night for the - [Helsby RC Weekly Round-up 28th Oct to 3rd Nov 2019](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-28th-oct-to-3rd-nov-2019/) - Hi everyone Not much in the inbox this week, just the one report and the 10k TT results. I’m sure more people have been out and about racing, if you did a race and would like to let us know about it please send a report over to helsby-race-reports@outlook.com. Just a few words or a - [Weekly Roundup from Monday 21st to Sunday 27th October](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/weekly-roundup-from-monday-21st-to-sunday-27th-october/) - Not a huge amount in this week’s Halloween Blog – keep letting us know what you’ve been up to. Not everyone sees the facebook posts so its great to get your race reports sent through for everyone to see. Send them to Helsby-Race-reports@outlook.com Remember, remember the 1st November… Thanks very much to Jake Holmes for - [Weekly blog 14 Oct to 20th Oct](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/13679-2/) - Just a couple of notices this week, the first from Jackie and the second from Fitzy. Next Saturday 26th October, 10-2, at Elton Community Centre there is a KWIC Pop-in. Keeping Well In the Community. If you can spare half an hour or please pop down and support me running a HRC stand to - [Helsby RC weekly round-up. Monday 7/10/19 to Sunday 13/10/19](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-monday-7-10-19-to-sunday-13-10-19/) - Hi Everyone, Thanks to those of you who have sent something to the inbox. Please remember to send any contributions to helsby-race-reports@outlook.com. Upcoming Events A reminder that the next 4VHM meeting will be on Wednesday 23/10/19 at 8pm at the clubhouse. This coming coming Sunday is the first race of the North West XC League - [Helsby RC weekly round up 30th Sept to 6th Oct](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-30th-sept-to-6th-oct/) - First up, a quick mention that the Borders League starts on Sunday, 13th with the first race being held in Caernarfon. "Shout out to anyone thinking about coming to Caernarfon on Sunday for the first borders league race, it would be great to see you there. Yes it’s a bit of a hike to get - [Helsby RC Weekly Round-up 23rd to 29th Sept 2019](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-23rd-to-29th-sept-2019/) - Hi everyone Just a short blog this week as there were no reports in the inbox so just the 10k TT results from last Wednesday. Remember, if you have raced and would like to write a few words please fire it over to helsby-race-reports@outlook.com. Firstly just few words from Laura regarding the 4VHM... Hi all I - [North West relays](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/north-west-relays/) - Thanks to those of you who have sent something to the inbox. Please remember to send any contributions to helsby-race-reports@outlook.com. Firstly I’d like to extend a warm welcome to Karen Bell and Peter Causton who I understand have recently joined us. Looking forward to running with you both sometime soon. Upcoming Events A reminder that - [DIRT relays and Bacchus half](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/dirt-relays-and-bacchus-half/) - Here’s the latest race reports from last week and reminder from Chris. Thanks to everyone who has sent one in. Please keep sending them to helsby-race-reports@outlook.com UPCOMING EVENTS Message from Chris Fitz. Less than a week to go before the DIRT relays in Delamere. They start at 4pm so if we could get to Delamere car park - [Half marathon and Offa's Dyke](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/imac-2017-first-look-perspectives-from-a-pro-video-editor/) - Firstly some great news from 4 Villages Half Marathon race director, Laura Baynham-Hughes Amazing news – the 4 Villages Half Marathon has been voted the best half marathon in the North! Thank you to everyone who helped get people voting – £1k prize and promo in Runners World is a great result! We open for - [Weekly round-up 14th Sept to 20th Sept](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/weekly-round-up-14th-sept-to-20th-sept/) - Firstly some great news from 4 Villages Half Marathon race director, Laura Baynham-Hughes Amazing news – the 4 Villages Half Marathon has been voted the best half marathon in the North! Thank you to everyone who helped get people voting - £1k prize and promo in Runners World is a great result! We open - [Weekly Roundup from Monday 9th to Sunday 15th September](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/weekly-roundup-from-monday-9th-to-sunday-15th-september/) - Here’s the latest race reports from last week and reminder from Chris. Thanks to everyone who has sent one in. Please keep sending them to helsby-race-reports@outlook.com Thanks. UPCOMING EVENTS Message from Chris Fitz Less than a week to go before the DIRT relays in Delamere. They start at 4pm so if we could - [Helsby RC weekly round-up. Monday 2/9/19 to Sunday 8/9/19.](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-monday-2-9-19-to-sunday-8-9-19/) - Hi Everyone, Thanks to those of you who have sent something to the inbox. Please remember to send any contributions to helsby-race-reports@outlook.com. Firstly I'd like to extend a warm welcome to Karen Bell and Peter Causton who I understand have recently joined us. Looking forward to running with you both sometime soon. Upcoming Events A - [Helsby RC weekly round up 26th Aug to 1st Sept](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-26th-aug-to-1st-sept/) - Welcome to all readers and welcome to the start of autumn bringing with it lots of club events to get involved in. Sunday 8th September is the North West Road Relays, this year being held at Edge Hill University, Ormskirk. Men in teams of four with each runner completing 5km, and three runners in the - [Helsby RC Weekly Round-up – Monday 5/8/19 to Sunday 18/8/19](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-monday-5-8-19-to-sunday-18-8-19/) - Hello Green Army Apologies for not sending out anything last week, I was too busy uploading photo's to Facebook. So this week you have double the reports.....2 ha ha. Oh and Col's TT results. A notice from myself and Tim Palmer about the North West Road Relays. It would be great to get a few - [Helsby RC Weekly Round-up – Monday 29/7/19 to Sunday 4/8/19](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-monday-29-7-19-to-sunday-4-8-19/) - Another fairly quiet week this week but we have a few notices and race reports. Please keep sending in your reports to helsby-race-reports@outlook.com Notice from Laura Baynham-Hughes Calling all Fell Runners! The British Fell Relays 2019 will be taking place in the Peak District National Park on Saturday, October 19th. We have entered - [Helsby RC weekly round-up. Monday 22/07/19 to Sunday 28/07/19](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-monday-22-07-19-to-sunday-28-07-19/) - Hello Green Army, It's a short round-up this week with just the one race report sent in by Debbie Read. If there are any other reports to come in from last week please still send them and they can be included in the next round-up. I've put a snapshot of what's coming up over the - [Helsby RC weekly round up 15th - 21st July](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-15th-21st-july/) - Summer has well and truly arrived hitting us with temperatures in the 30s and thunderstorms, challenging weather makes for challenging running. Wednesday 17th July was the Summer handicap, thank you Phil Gillard for the below report and for your organisation of this event. Firstly a big shout out for all the marshals (Joe, Bill Mario, - [Helsby RC Weekly Round-up 8th to 14th July 2019](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-8th-to-14th-july-2019/) - Hi everyone Apologies for the late blog this week, we have a few reports in the Helsby inbox so let’s get cracking! Reminders Save the date, the second DIRT event is coming! Can you promote among your clubs please. DIRT is the Delamere Interclub Relay Trail event, organised by Delamere Spartans. The event is a - [Weekly blog: 1st July to 7th July](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/weekly-blog-1st-july-to-7th-july/) - Firstly, a message from Jackie. Pre-entries are open for the ‘Hodgson Brothers Mountain Relay’, a fell running relay around the high Patterdale skyline for teams of 8 in 4 legs on October 6th .Its limited to 70 teams and pre-entries need to be in by 9th August. Please let me know (jackiekeasley@btinternet.com) if you are - [Helsby RC Weekly Round-up – 24/6/19 to 30/6/19](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-24-6-19-to-30-6-19/) - Hello Green Army Better late than never, thanks for sending the reports in, don't forget we can't do a blog without the reports. Keep sending them into helsby-race-reports@outlook.com A few notices firstly from Tim Possible first aid course I am trying to gauge whether there would be interest if I organised a first aid course - [Helsby RC Weekly Round-up – Monday 17/06/19 to Sunday 23/06/19](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-monday-17-06-19-to-sunday-23-06-19/) - Another fantastic week of frenzied activity by club members, many thanks to everyone who has sent in a report. Please keep sending in your race reports to helsby-race-reports@outlook.com. If you haven't sent one in we would love to hear from you. Thanks. A warm Helsby welcome to Mark Hammerton, Chris Larkin and Mark Rockcliffe who just joined to the club. Please introduce yourselves to us - [Helsby RC Weekly Round-up - Monday 10/06/19 to Sunday 16/06/19](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-monday-10-06-19-to-sunday-16-06-19/) - Hi everyone, welcome to the weekly round up. There's loads of good stuff to read this week! Before the racing news though - a brief message from Jackie Keasley: "A big thanks to all who turned up at last Fridays Presentation Evening, BBQ & Disco. Well done to all those who got awards. Here is - [Helsby RC weekly round up 3rd - 9th June](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-3rd-9th-june/) - Hi everyone, Firstly, thank you to the lads for eagerly welcoming myself and Susie to the blogging team. For those who don't know me (as I've only been in the club for a year) here I am soaked through to my very core in crazy committed runner style at the NW road relays at Delamere - [Helsby RC Weekly Round-up 27 May to 2nd June 2019](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-27-may-to-2nd-june-2019/) - Hi everyone Another bumper week of reports this week, thank you so much to everyone who sent one in, it makes our job so much easier and makes the blog a lot more vibrant. Before we get to the racing news I'd just like to welcome two new members of the blog team, Susan Woodward-Moor and - [Weekly blog 20th May to 26th May](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/weekly-blog-20th-may-to-26th-may/) - Notice: Please come along & support this "Keeping Well in the Community" event to be held at Helsby Community Centre between 10 & 2 on Sat 8th June.Betty will be there running a HRC stall telling folks about the benefits of running & HRC, Helens couch to 5K & Frodsham Joggers. Please pop in if - [Helsby RC weekly round-up from 13/05/2019 to 19/05/2019](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-from-13-05-2019-to-19-05-2019/) - Hello Green Army It was the AGM last week, and lots of goings on, below are all the people elected at the 2019 Spring AGM and the people to go to if you need help with anything. Also, if you can spare any time to help out with the endless amount of tasks we have, please - [Helsby RC weekly round-up from 29/04/2019 to 12/05/2019](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-from-29-04-2019-to-12-05-2019/) - Hi Everyone, Welcome to another round-up. I've left it a little late this week as there hasn't been a lot in the inbox recenty. Please keep sending any contributions into helsby-race-reports@outlook.com Club Membership First, a brief message from Tim Palmer: "Thanks to all who have already paid your 2018/19 Helsby Running Club annual subscription . - [Helsby RC Weekly Round-up 22nd to 28th April 2019](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-22nd-to-28th-april-2019/) - Hi everyone Welcome to this week's blog, sorry for the slight delay I was waiting on some key reports from last week. It was a bumper week with all types of races, London Marathon, ultra running, fell and the Borders League, so let's get started...first up is Ed Halliwell... Race Report - Shropshire Way Ultra (50 - [Weekly blog 15-4-2019 to 21-4-2019](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/13299-2/) - Firstly a message from Tim Palmer Hopefully all members should have received an email about updating your emergency contact details. We would be grateful if you could update or add these to your profile on England Athletics on myAthletics Portal. If you haven’t had this email, a copy is available at: https://mailchi.mp/1687e8c9a36d/helsby-rc-emergency-contact-details Thanks Tim Palmer - [Helsby RC weekly round-up from 8th to 14th April 2019](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-from-8th-to-14th-april-2019/) - Hello Green Army A little bit behind with the blog from last week, apologies, it's still the weekend in theory so you can forgive me. Gaz will update you with another one in a few days i'm sure. A few notices first of all, it's Border League race 7 on Weds. It's a 4 mile - [Helsby RC weekly round-up from 1st to 7th April 2019](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-from-1st-to-7th-april-2019/) - Hello Green Army, I'm a little late with the round-up for the week ending 7th April, but we do have a couple of cracking write-ups about the Manchester Marathon and the Lakes Mountain 42 from the week before last. Manchester Marathon - Sunday 7th April 2019 So first, it's over to Chris Fitzpatrick for his - [Helsby RC Weekly Round-up 25th to 31st March 2019](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-25th-to-31st-march-2019/) - Hi everyone Two reports in the inbox this week, a big thank you to Geoff Collins and Hannah Cowley for their contributions this week. First up is Geoff… The Joe Shellhorn Falesia 5k - Tuesday 19th March. (Aka the big Algarve Adventure) "This is a bit more than just a race report. It’s more of a story - [10k TT Results 27-03-19](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/10k-tt-results-27-03-19/) - Thank you to everyone who turned up for the 10k TT on Wednesday evening, nine of you in total. Congratulations to Ed Halliwell who stormed around in 41:31 to take the chequered flag and Graham Lloyd was our only runner in the 6k so therefore gets the kudos of a win! Also a huge big thank you to - [Helsby RC weekly round-up from 11th to 25th March 2019](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-from-11th-to-25th-march-2019/) - Hello Green Army 2 weeks for the price of 1 this week, luckily for you all you didn't miss anything last week as there was nothing to report on. Few notices to start of with. Club counter season is well under way, so Tim has reminded us whats coming up over the next month or - [Helsby RC weekly round-up from 4th to 10th March 2019](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-from-4th-to-10th-march-2019/) - Hello Green Army, Thanks everyone who has sent something to the inbox this week. It's great to be able to put a few write-ups together and share what Helsby RC members have been competing in over the week. First of all a brief reminder - and thanks to Tim Palmer for compiling this: Upcoming races - [Helsby RC weekly round-up 25th Feb - 3rd Mar 2019](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-25th-feb-3rd-mar-2019/) - Hello all A busy week of racing last week and some superb reports in the inbox so let’s get started! Before the racing news please see a few messages below from Jackie and Fitzy: Helsby Beer Festival This weekend it's the Helsby Community Sports Club 10th annual beer festival. Please support if you can. Monday Night - [Weekly round-up 18th Feb to 24th Feb](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/weekly-round-up-18th-feb-to-24th-feb/) - Firstly, a message from Jackie. UKA All England Club Team Marathon Championships How about HRC entering the inaugural UKA All England Marathon Club Team Championships? Giving club runners the opportunity to compete against one another as a single club unit at the popular MBNA Chester Marathon on 6 October. Club runners of all abilities - [Helsby RC weekly round-up from 11th to 17th February 2019](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-from-11th-to-17th-february-2019/) - Hello Green Army Notice from Jackie. Club Championships Competition & Training Our list of Summer 2019 Championship races has been updated - please see: https://helsbyrunningclub.wordpress.com/2019-road-and-fell…/ There is a pdf poster version attached and at https://helsbyrunningclub.files.wordpress.com/…/helsby_summ… The key update is the Mini-Trail Championship :) There's plenty to do with a varied selection of road, fell, trails, & mini-fells (to - [Helsby RC weekly round-up from 4th to 10th February 2019](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-from-4th-to-10th-february-2019/) - Hi folks, short and sweet this week, with just the one report which has been sent in by Colin Bishop. Thanks Bish - and well done on the medals guys: Northern Masters XC Championships 2019 - Saturday 9th February 2019 "Saturday saw Knights Grange in Winsford host Northern Masters XC championships. It was 3 large - [Helsby weekly round-up 28th Jan to 3rd Feb 2019](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-round-up-28th-jan-to-3rd-feb-2019/) - Hello everyone Sorry for the late blog this week, 3 superb reports in the inbox, two from Jake Holmes and one from Ed Halliwell. Thanks guys, very much appreciated! Don't forget if you did a race and would like it to be included in the blog please fire it over to helsby-race-reports@outlook.com, even just a few - [Weekly blog 20-1-18 to 27-1-18](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/weekly-blog-20-1-18-to-27-1-18/) - Firstly a request from Tim of Delamere Spartans asking if Helsby could help them out with some marshalling at a race they've been asked to organise as part of Manley Spring Fair on May Day Bank Holiday. The race will be a 10k race from Manley Village Hall on Bank holiday Monday the 6th May - [Helsby RC weekly round-up from 14th to 20th January 2019](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-from-14th-to-20th-january-2019/) - Hello Green Army Most important news of the week. It's Borders League race 4 on Sunday, and we need another good turnout please. It's a local one as well over on the Tattenhall course, which is a cracker. Post code CH3 9QF, 11am start. For anyone that has not done one of these yet just - [Helsby RC weekly round-up from 7th to13th January 2019](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-from-7th-to13th-january-2019/) - Four Villages Half Marathon - Sunday 20th January A big thank you to everyone who has volunteered to help out over the weekend. No doubt Helsby RC will again work had in hosting another great event. Good luck to to you all, whether you are running or helping out - and have fun! Racing News - [Helsby RC weekly round-up 31st Dec to 6th Jan 2019](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-31st-dec-to-6th-jan-2019/) - Hi all Happy New Year everyone and welcome to this weeks blog, before we get to the race reports please find a quick message from Betty below regarding the new club house: "Helsby Community Sports Club News Exciting news about our new Club Development. Everything is now signed off for both the new club house - [Xmas/ New Year round-up](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/xmas-new-year-round-up/) - Firstly, apologies for the missing/ late blogs over Christmas and New Year. Please contact Chris Fitzpatrick for further details. parkrun Here are the consolidated results for Helsby from New Years Day, also, the previous week Rebecca Tate won her age category at Delemere. http://www.parkrun.com/results/consolidatedclub/?clubNum=1721 Xmas Handicap results Thanks to those who came along to the - [Helsby RC weekly round-up from 10th to 16th December 2018](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-from-10th-to-16th-december-2018/) - Hi Folks, Not a lot in the inbox this week so straight over to Laura with a reminder about our 4 Villages Half Marathon 4 Villages Half Marathon - We need you! With just over a month to go to the Essar 4 Villages Half Marathon on Sunday 20th January, preparations are well under way. - [Helsby RC weekly round-up 3rd to 9th December 2018](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-3rd-to-9th-december-2018/) - Hi all A very short blog this week as there were no reports or messages in the inbox so just a few words about the Borders League on Sunday… Borders League #3 – Trac Mon, Ty Croes Message from Fitzy: “Thank you all so much for making the journey to Anglesey to race Borders League race 3, didn’t get a - [Weekly blog 26-11 to 1-12](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/weekly-blog-26-11-to-1-12/) - Firstly a message from Paul Foster regarding the upcoming XC Hi all, The Cheshire champs xc is on Saturday 5th January 2019 at Birchwood Forest Park Warrington. The club will be entering members for this race. So if any of you would like to enter please respond on this page or send me a email - [Helsby RC weekly round-up from 19th to 25th November 2018](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-from-19th-to-25th-november-2018/) - Hello Green Army Happy December. Christmas is fast approaching, drink lots, eat lot, but make sure you still run lots. A few notices from myself to start off this week, especially about the Borders league. Borders league Sun 9th Dec Looks like us men have a bit of a fight on our hands to stay - [Helsby RC weekly round-up from 12th to 18th November 2018](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-from-12th-to-18th-november-2018/) - Hello Green Army, Welcome to another Helsby RC weekly round-up. We have a couple of reports from the Conway Half Marathon this week and a report from the Radcliffe 13 Arches Half Marathon. If there was anything else going on over the weekend please let us know and we'll update the blog or include - [Helsby RC Xmas round-up 2016](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-xmas-round-up/) - Hello all Welcome to the Xmas round-up, plenty of green vests were out in action, thank you for all the reports this week. Before we get to the news there are just a couple of reminders below. Reminders If anybody would like to run in the northern XC race at Knowsley safari park on Saturday 28th - [Helsby RC News from 19th to 25th December 2016](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-news-from-19th-to-25th-december-2016/) - Hi everyone, I hope you've all had a fantastic Christmas and still managed to get out and do a bit of running - the Parkruns have certainly been busy! It's been a bit of an odd week for the race calendar. There's nothing in the inbox but I know quite a few people have been - [Helsby RC Xmas Handicap Results](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-xmas-handicap-results/) - Xmas Handicap Only 19 runners on Wednesday night at our annual Xmas Handicap with quite a few more turning up afterwards some laden with cooking pots). Nevertheless it was a most enjoyable run & evening with hot soup just which just hits the spot and gives a festive feel! Thanks to those who time keeped, Louise, - [Helsby RC Update 12th - 18th Dec](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-update-12th-18th-dec/) - Hello Green Army Not a lot to report on currently with it being the Christmas season, but if anyone or anyone you know would like to help out or Marshall at the forthcoming 4VHM on Jan 15th then please email laura@baynham-hughes.com , as we are still looking for volunteers to help out on race day. - [Helsby RC update 4th Dec to 11th Dec](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-update-4th-dec-to-11th-dec/) - Announcements. Sun 18th December – 4th Sunday League XC Club Counter – Arrow Park – 10am - For those who want to lift share please meet at the club at 9am. Wed 21st Dec – Xmas Handicap followed by a homemade soup & mince pie supper. Meet at the club at 6:30 pm (Xmas dress - [Helsby weekly round-up 28th Nov -4th Dec 2016](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-round-up-28th-nov-4th-dec-2016/) - Hello all A busy weekend of racing but before we get to the news please some reminders from Jackie below for some events and races coming up soon Wednesday 7th Dec – Club talk by our own Gareth Boyd entitled Where’s the bike Son? 200 miles on the Trans_Pennine Trail! On his completion of this Summer's mammoth UK - [Helsby Racing News 21st-27th November 2016](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-racing-news-21st-27th-november-2016/) - Hello Green Army So sorry for the late round up this week, Father Chris has been busy with his Elf antics, although there's not much to write about, it's been a quiet week, however we have a very busy week coming up. A few notices first of all We have the Borders League @ Birkenhead, - [10k TT results 30-11-16](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/10k-tt-results-30-11-16/) - Hi all Thank you to everyone who turned up to support the 10k TT on Weds evening, we had 14 runners lining up at the Greenway on a cool crisp evening, an evening that saw 2 brand new course records! It’s congratulations to new member Danny Ryder who, on only his second visit to the - [Helsby RC News from 14th to 20th November 2016.](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-news-from-14th-to-20th-november-2016/) - Thanks everyone who has sent something to the inbox this week. There's been loads of good stuff going on with Helsby RC. If anything there anything that needs adding please still send in to helsby-race-reports@outlook.com and we'll add it to the blog and or the next round-up. Dates For Your Diary After-run talks and London - [Helsby weekly round-up 7th - 13th Nov 2016](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-round-up-7th-13th-nov-2016/) - Hello all Before the news please see some reminders from Paul Foster and Jackie below: L&D Cross Country The next Liverpool and district XC on Sat 26th November Sefton Park Liverpool at 2pm is a pre entry event. All names have to be submitted a week on Wednesday 16th November so if anybody would like to - [Helsby Weekly Update 31 Oct to 6 Nov](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-update-31-oct-to-6-nov/) - Firstly, quick reminders from Paul Foster about the L&D cross country race at Sefton Park and Chris Fitz about the upcoming Xmas do... L&D Cross Country The next Liverpool and district XC on Sat 26th November Sefton Park Liverpool at 2pm is a pre entry event. All names have to be submitted a week on - [10k TT 02-11-16](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/10k-tt-02-11-16/) - A big thank you to everyone who turned up for the 10k time trial last night at the new Greenway course, we had 12 runners toeing the line ready to do battle. A fabulous run from Chris Fitzpatrick saw him storm around in 37.47 for the win and a good 3 minutes ahead of anyone else! Jo - [Helsby RC weekly round-up 24th - 30th Oct 2016](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-24th-30th-oct-2016/) - Hi everyone Firstly apologies for the delay this week, been waiting on a couple of reports. This week we had 2 marathons, an XC a 10k and a hellraiser! All will become clear on that last one with Debbie Reads fab report! Before we get to the news Fitzy and Vanessa have asked me to - [Helsby RC News from 17th to 23rd October 2016.](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-news-from-17th-to-23rd-october-2016/) - Hi everyone. Helsby RC have been busy over the weekend with a great turn out at two local fixtures. If there's any more that I've missed, please let me know and I'll update the blog. NW Sunday XC League - Race 1 at Clarke Gardens Thanks to Chris Fitzpatrick for sending in the first of - [Helsby Weekly Blog 10/10/16-16/10/16](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-blog-101016-161016/) - Hello Green Army Big mention to all the warriors who turned up last week and again this morning to my Runcorn Town park XC recce, this mornings run consisted of really cold temperatures compared to what we have been used to recently and everyone was moaning which was a good sign as we trundled our - [Helsby RC weekly round-up 3rd - 9th October 2016](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-3rd-9th-october-2016/) - Hi everyone Welcome to the weekly round-up. No reports in the inbox this week so only the Borders League to report on. If I have missed anything please forward any results or race reports to helsby-race-reports@outlook.com. Before we get to the news please see below some Autumn reminders sent out by Jackie last week and - [Weekly Update 26th Sept to 2nd Oct](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/weekly-update-26th-sept-to-2nd-oct/) - Border League Firstly a reminder that the Border League season starts this coming Sunday. First race is in Caernarfon and starts, as usual at 11am. Lets have a great turn out from the Green Army. Details: http://tinyurl.com/zzax8od parkrun. Helsby members were in action at parkruns throughout the area. Notable performances include Colin Bishops 3rd place - [Winter Training](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/winter-training/) - Hello everyone The winter training season is almost upon us and with this in mind there are a few things to announce for the coming months. Last road counter (Norton 5) The beady eyed amongst you will have noticed that the Norton 5 (our final road counter) isn't going ahead now. We have scratched our heads trying - [Helsby RC News from 19th to 25th September 2016.](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-news-from-19th-to-25th-september-2016/) - Hello everyone. Thanks to those of you who have already sent race reports in. If anybody has any more updates from the past week then still please send to helsby-race-reports@outlook.com and we can update the blog with them. Wirral Multi-Terrain Series - 20/09/16 The third and penultimate race of the Summer Multi-Terrain League took place - [Helsby Running Club Weekly Update (12/9/16 to 18/9/16)](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-running-club-weekly-update-12916-to-18916/) - Hello Green Army It’s a busy one this week, lots going on in the Helsby racing world which is great to see and also great to read about, thanks to all the contributors, remember send your race reports into helsby-race-reports@outlook.com Park Run – I said to CBH after seeing his 15,000 ft of elevation over the weekend - [Helsby RC round-up 5th - 11th Sept. 2016](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-round-up-5th-11th-sept-2016/) - Hi everyone The inbox is a little light this week, only one report so far. If you raced over the weekend and would like it included in the blog please fire in over to helsby-race-reports@outlook.com. Before we get to the news please see some reminders of races and events coming up... Kings John Castle fell race (last - [Helsby RC update 28 Aug to 4 Sept](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-update-28-aug-to-4-sept/) - Firstly a Fundraiser reminder from Betty. Static Bike Fundraiser At Tesco's Helsby - Sept 24th 6AM to Midnight It would be great if the green army could get a block of time We can also raise more by having more than one person riding in the 1/2 hour - so instead of one rider at - [Helsby Race Reports 22nd -28th August](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-race-reports-22nd-28th-august/) - Helsby Running Club Weekly Update (22/8/16 - 28/8/16) Hello Green Army Best way to start the weekly report if you ask me is to give massive congratulations to two of our hardy ultra runners, a round of applause please for Gareth Boyd and Chris Baynham-Hughes, Gareth completing a 200 miler from coast to coast, starting in - [Helsby RC News from 15th to 21st August 2016.](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-news-from-15th-to-21st-august-2016/) - Welome to the weekly round-up. First of all a quick reminder that we have the Cilcain Show Mountain Race coming up on the Bank Holiday Monday of 29/08/16. It's one of our club counters and there will be a whole programme of events at the Cilcain show so why not make it a family day - [Helsby weekly round-up 8th to 14th August 2016](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-round-up-8th-to-14th-august-2016/) - Hi everyone Firstly, sorry about the lateness of the blog this week, there was some confusion as to who's turn it was. Just 2 reports in the inbox so we'll go straight to the racing news. First up is Ben who attended another LDWA event on Saturday. Over to you Ben... LDWA Marsden Moors Meander Report - [Chris BH - Rockman and UTMB challenges](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/chris-bh-rockman-and-utmb-challenges/) - Our long-standing ultra runner member Chris Baynham-Hughes is too polite to grub for money within the club but if anything deserves a couple of quid, it's this bonkers double challenge of the Norway Rockman swim-run, PLUS the legendary UTMB around Mont Blanc. You'll know Chris as our Wobbler race director but we don't see much of - [Weekly Update 30th July to 7th August](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/weekly-update-30th-july-to-7th-august/) - Parkrun Helsby runners were out at Chester, Ellesmere Port, Croxteth and Widnes parkruns. Notable runs included a first placed female for Jenny Illidge and a second place overall for Neil Finegan at Chester. Full Helsby results are below http://tinyurl.com/kvq2x25 Ponderosa Fell Race A small band of dedicated fell runners arrived at the top of - [Helsby weekly round-up 25th - 31st July 2016](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-round-up-25th-31st-aug-2016/) - Hi everyone A diverse mix of events last week and weekend saw the Green Army undertake races ranging from parkruns, 10ks and fell races to epic 50/100 mile ultras. A huge congratulations to Graham Ireland and our second claim runner Chris Collins for tackling the 50 and 100 mile Lakeland ultra events respectively. More on that to follow with - [Helsby RC News for week ending 24/07/16](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-news-for-week-ending-240716/) - Welcome to the weekly round up, starting with a reminder of what's coming up over the next week: Wednesday 27th July 2016 - The Green Green Grass of Home - a great little fell race of 5 miles and 1500ft of climb which has been well attended by Helsby in the past - 7.30 pm - [Helsby Running Club Weekly Update (11/7/16 to 17/7/16)](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-running-club-weekly-update-11716-to-17716/) - Hello Green Army It’s warm out there at the minute, not ideal running weather unless you’re stood around at the side of a running track topping up your tan whilst coaching others eh Froddy! Park Run – So I’ve only just started going to park run, and what a great event it is. I nearly - [Weekly update 3 July to 10 July](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/weekly-update-3-july-to-7-july/) - Firstly a poster from Betty regarding the club clean up operation this weekend. parkrun Helsby members were in action at Widnes, Ellesmere Port, Delamere, Birkenhead park and Widness. Full results are below. http://tinyurl.com/kvq2x25 Next up a couple of reports from Wednesdays Ladies 5K at Forest park, Warrington, the first from Debbie Read, the second from - [July & August Dates for your Diary!](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/july-august-dates-for-your-diary/) - Helsby Running Club - July & August Dates for your Diary There's a lot going on this next couple of months on the HRC running front. Here's a reminder so you can hopefully come along and join in. Firstly it's our Annual Club Summer Handicap on Helsby Hill this evening. Meet at the club at - [Helsby weekly round-up 27th June to 3rd July 2016](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-round-up-27th-june-to-3rd-july-2016/) - Hi everyone Lots of action again this week, before we start the news please just find some reminders below: Reminders Wednesday 6th July – HRC Annual Summer Handicap – meet at the club at 6:30pm for a warm up jog up through the quarry to the top car park followed by 2 loops of Helsby Hill. Phil is organising this and - [Webster's Wobbler results](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/robbie-websters-wobbler-results/) - https://helsbyrunningclub.wordpress.com/2016-robbie-websters-wobbler/ Any corrections, let us know. - [Helsby RC round-up for week ending 26/06/16.](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-round-up-for-week-ending-260616/) - Welcome to the weekly round up. First of all a quick reminder of what's coming up over the next week: UPCOMING EVENTS a reminder from CBH: "Robbie Webster’s Wobbler Just a reminder that Wednesday will see the 4th running of Robbie Webster’s Wobbler – in memory of the late Robbie Webster, an inspirational figure within - [Helsby Running Club - June & July Dates for your Diary](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-running-club-june-july-dates-for-your-diary/) - There's a lot going on this next couple of months on the HRC running front. Here's a reminder so you can hopefully come along and join in. Friday 17th June – Tough Team Challenge - Chris Fitz has organised us into teams of three, hopefully all of similar pace, and there will be upto 40 green - [Club Records](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/club-records/) - Tim Palmer has very kindly collated data for our new “club records” section on the blog. Thank you very much Tim! It’s still a work in progress and there may be errors (which he is happy to correct) as it relies on the results published on Power of 10/RunBritian. If you think you have a - [Helsby weekly round-up 6th - 12th June 2016](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-round-up-6th-12th-june-2016/) - Hi all Jackie has kindly sent out a comprehensive email with all reminders of up and coming events but Chris Fitz has sent in a message regarding the Tough Team Challenge on Friday. Please see his message below. Tattenhall Tough Team Race We are still 1 person short to complete 12 teams, doesn't matter if - [Helsby RC Weekly Update.](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-update/) - Upcoming events. Tattenhall Tough Team A quick message from Fitzy regarding the above. Going to sort the teams out this week for team on Friday 17th, if you want to be part of this event send me a quick email Fitzpatrick_chris@hotmail.com Entries for the September 26th road club counter Macclesfield Half entries are now open - [Helsby weekly round-up 23rd - 29th May 2016](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-round-up-23rd-29th-june-2016/) - Glorious weather saw plenty of green vests out and about racing at various locations over the weekend. Thanks for all the reports this week and if you would like to send any reports in future don't forget the email address is helsby-race-reports@outlook.com. Reminders Don't forget it's our second "mini trail" race of the series at Deeside sports club on - [Helsby RC blog. Week ending 22/05/2016](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-blog-week-ending-22052016/) - Welcome to the weekly round-up. What a week for Helsby Running Club. There has been loads going and it has been great to get lots of contributions in the inbox. I hope I haven't missed anything! Please keep sending contributions to helsby-race-reports@outlook.com Upcoming Events First, a reminder of upcoming events: Tonight! Wednesday 25th May at - [Weekly round-up - 15 May](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/weekly-round-up-15-may/) - Hello Green Army Seeing I’m doing the blog this week I think I’m going to give my 10 year old daughter the best spot in the report this week…..over to Holly Fitzpatrick. Race for Life 5k – Delamere 15th May I ran the race for life for my friend Jack who died of cancer at - [Helsby Championship - Current Standings 22nd May](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-championship-current-standings-22nd-may/) - The road series is already half way through and clear leaders are starting to emerge from the pack in both the ladies and men's tables. In the age group categories the competitions are still pretty tight with no clear leaders in most of the categories. In the fell champs results of the last 2 races, - [Gresty's Waste time-lapse](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/grestys-waste-time-lapse/) - Our Richard left his camera running on a tripod for at the Gresty's Waste checkpoint on the Sandstone Trail Challenge last week. Here's 3 hours of footage condensed into just 6 minutes. If you've got really good eyesight you might spot yourself ...obviously our faster runners will have been moving too fast! [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1dOC2WByUd8] - [2016 AGM & officer's reports](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/2016-agm-officers-reports/) - So thanks for a great running year with the #greenarmy and here’s to a successful 2016/17 season. We held our AGM last week - thanks as ever for everyone that contributed in major and minor ways over the last year. Long may it continue. One of the subtle shifts over the last couple of years - [Helbsy RC News 1-5-2016 to 8-5-2016](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/6237-2/) - Upcoming races. 14th May 13:00 Fell Champs Counter at Moel Ellio 20th May 19:15 Road Champs Counter at Christleton 5K We also have Tattenhall tough team challenge coming up on Friday 17th June, to anyone newbies it's an excellent event, I think we can still pay on the night so wondering who's interested, you can - [Helsby 2015 - 2016 Stats and latest 2016 - 2017 Updates](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-2015-2016-stats-and-latest-2016-2017-updates/) - As promised in Jackie's write up I have attached the full stats for the 2015-2016 season Helsby 2015-2016 Final Results I have also been asked to publish the latest standings for the 2016 - 2017 season on a more frequent basis to encourage more competition (not that you need encouragement). Current Standings Publish 1 I - [Helsby RC weekly round-up 25th Apr to 1st May 2016](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-25th-apr-to-1st-may-2016/) - Hi everyone A very busy week for the Green Army and an excellent selection of reports in the inbox. Thank you very much to everyone who has contributed. As usual all reports to be sent to helsby-race-reports@outlook.com. Strap into your seat belts, it's a long one! Helsby RC Awards Presentation Evening A fantastic evening at - [Helsby RC blog. Week ending 24/04/2016](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-blog-week-ending-24042016/) - Welcome to the weekly round up. First of all a quick reminder of what's coming up this week: Upcoming Events Wednesday 27/04/16 7.15pm is the final race, and presentation night, of the Borders League. This event is now being hosted by Prestatyn RC at The Frith, Prestatyn. Postcode for sat nav users is LL19 7AR. - [Helsby RC update 3-4-16 to 10-4-16](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-update-3-4-16-to-10-4-16/) - Upcoming Events: Firstly a quick reminder from Chris F about the upcoming Border League/ Helsby vs. Felsby Challenge on this coming Sunday at 11am/ It's borders league time... yes it's that time of month again and it's even bigger this month as the northwests finest fell runners will be turning up and trying to take - [Helsby weekly round-up 28th March to 3rd April 2016](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-round-up-28th-march-to-3rd-april-2016/) - Hi everyone A busy weekend of racing for the Green Army with 3 road races and a fell to report. Thank you for all the reports sent to the inbox, please keep them coming each week, they should be sent to the usual email address helsby-race-reports@outlook.com. Before we get started just a few word regarding Wednesday - [Helsby News. Week ending 27/03/2016](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-news-week-ending-27032016/) - Welcome to the Helsby RC weekly round-up of events. It appears to have been a busy week with lots going on around the club. If I've missed anything do let me know and I'll add it to the blog. Please remember to send any race reports or contributions into helsby-race-reports@outlook.com. It doesn't have to be - [Helsby Weekly Update 7-3-2016 to 13-3-2016](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-update-7-3-2016-to-13-3-2016/) - parkrun Helsby runners were out in force at Delamere, Widnes, Warrington, Croxteth and Ellesmere Port parkruns. Full consolidated results are at the link below. http://tinyurl.com/kvq2x25 Jim Jones sent in this report from Carding Mill Canter.... It was great to get back into the fells at the Carding Mill Canter on Saturday, after four months of - [Helsby RC weekly round-up 29th Feb to 6th March 2016](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-29th-feb-to-6th-march-2016/) - Hi everyone No reports in the inbox this week so I've had to make it up sorry. Apologies in advance if the reports are a little short. If I have missed anything please let me know and I can always update the blog. As usual, all reports should be sent to helsby-race-reports@outlook.com. St Helens 10k It’s great - [Summer Club Championship Races + More Dates for your Diary](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/summer-club-championship-races-more-dates-for-your-diary/) - 2016 Summer Championships An new series has been added, plus a few updates. https://gallery.mailchimp.com/44f7135cdac47fa6325506208/files/Helsby_Summer_2016_v2.pdf Trail Mini Series A new mini-Trail series has been added to our list of 2016 summer club counters. These races are already popular with Helsby runners and will give newer runners a chance to venture off–road with us. Your best 5 races from 9 - [Helsby RC weekly round-up 22nd to 28th February 2016](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-22nd-to-28th-february-2016/) - Welcome to the weekly round. Before we go into the past weeks running news please take time to read a message about the Wednesday club runs: Hopefully you all will have received the email regarding the new structure to the Wednesday club runs. If not please let us know so we can forward this on to you. Also we will be handing - [Free gait analysis and Nike shoe discount](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/free-gait-analysis-and-nike-shoe-discount/) - Next week we have an event taking place in store specifically aimed at men, whereby several activities will be taking place. These include free Gait analysis for the runners, and free training advice and tips. Furthermore, we are able to offer 30% off Mens Running and Training Footwear to all those who take part in - [Helsby weekly round-up 15th to 21st Feb 2016](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-round-up-15th-to-21st-feb-2016/) - Hello Green Army Lots and lots of training runs going on this week, and even more pictures on social media of Garmins, Dirty legs, and muddy hands…thankfully though we have one or two race reports come in, otherwise I would have had to describe my 22 mile training run, which would have really brightened up - [Helsby V Felsby](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-vs-felsby/) - Hello Green Army Just a quick email to gage people’s interests and thoughts about a little club competition I have thought about for a while now, all based around a bit of friendly banter that we have between our brilliant running club members. As most of you know, we have a large section of runners - [Get your legs fixed!](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/get-your-legs-fixed/) - Not just your legs, get everything fixed... Hannah from the club has kindly arranged a club discount for all RunHelsby members at her family business, based in Frodsham: www.mindbodysolutions.co.uk/ They offer a whole range of treatments but probably of most interest to clubbies are sports massage and acupuncture. Give them a call on 01928 898 446 - [Dates for your diary](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/dates-for-your-diary/) - We have a number of #greenarmy social events coming up to take us from Winter to Summer. These events are important as Helsby Community Sports Club desperately needs its sporting sections to use it (or loose it) in order to keep it going until new build comes along. The main income is subs and bar - [Helsby Update: 8th Feb 2016 to 14th Feb 2016](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-update-8th-feb-2016-to-14th-feb-2016/) - parkrun. Helsby members were at Delamere, Warrington, Bexley Park, Lyme Park and Widnes parkruns. Highlights included wins for Colin Bishop and Colin Thompson at Croxteth Hall and Warrington respectively, an age category win for Donna Geer at Bexley and a PB for Davyd Michell at Delamere. Full, consolidated results are at the link below. http://tinyurl.com/kvq2x25 - [Helsby RC weekly round-up 1st to 7th Jan 2016](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-1st-to-7th-jan-2016/) - Hi everyone Lots of green vests in action at the weekend and two race reports sent in, thank you, it’s very much appreciated. Please keep them coming as they really help compile the blog each week, especially if the author isn’t at the race! The email is helsby-race-reports@outlook.com Reminders Sun 14th Feb Village Bakery Half Marathon Road Counter - [Helsby weekly round-up 25th to 31st January 2016](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-round-up-25th-to-31st-january-2016/) - Hello all Welcome to this weeks round-up, before we get started please find some details on a few events/talks coming up soon: Wed 17th Feb Dave’s Talk on Swimming the Channel Wed 9th/16th or 23rd March TBC – Tims Talk on Orienteering W/E 5/6th March Helsby Beer Festival Sunday 20th March 2pm Sport Relief Mile, 3 or - [Helsby RC weekly round-up 18th to 24th January 2016](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-18th-to-24th-january-2016/) - helsby-race-reports@outlook.com Welcome to the weekly round-up. The main event this past week was Race 4 of the Borders League with a fantastic turn out of green vests. So straight over to Chris Fitzpatrick, our Borders League Co-ordinator, for a race report: “30 of the green army travelled over to Abergele for the 4th borders league - [Helsby weekly round-up 11th-17th January 2016](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-round-up-11th-17th-january-2016/) - Hello Green Army WOW….What a weekend that was, I’m knackered. Not much to report on this week, only 1 race, only the BEST HALF MARATHON IN THE COUNTRY took place, on our doorstep, organised by us, you, Helsby Running Club, and boy oh boy what an unbelievable weekend it was. So before I put in - [Quick Four Villages catchup](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/quick-four-villages-catchup/) - Wow. Brilliant event! Thanks to all of our organisers, volunteers, marshals, runners, supporters, the people of Helsby and those living around the course, the weather (you gave us a fright again!) ...basically everyone that played a part in making this little race such a massive success. A few links for you: Race results Race pics - [Ten ways running beats the gym!](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/ten-ways-running-beats-the-gym/) - Courtesy of: Kudos Sports - [Helsby RC Weekly Update 3-1-2016 to 10-1-2016.](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-update-3-1-2016-to-10-1-2016/) - The big news from Saturdays parkruns was Helbys amazing 1-2-3 finish at Widnes with Derek Morris joining the proper runners, Colin Bishop and Colin Thompson, to complete the podium. Amazing achievement lads. Full, consolidated results for Helsby parkrunners can be found below. http://tinyurl.com/kvq2x25 Ben Fletcher sent in this report from The Auld Lang Syne fell - [Helsby RC Xmas & New Year round-up 2015](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-xmas-new-year-round-up-2015/) - Hi everyone Happy new year to you all and welcome to the Xmas & New Year round-up. A few green vests were out and about racing over the festive period so let's get started with an excellent report sent in by Ben Fletcher... Auld Land Syne Fell race "The Auld Lang Syne fell race is traditionally - [Xmas Handicap Results 2015](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/xmas-handicap-results-2015/) - Xmas Handicap Results 2015 A keenly fought race out on Helsby High Street last night (20 runners came in within 3 minutes)! Congratulations to Hannah Sadaoui on winning the handicap race and to Chris B-H for the fastest time. Results here:- https://gallery.mailchimp.com/44f7135cdac47fa6325506208/files/Xmas_Handicap_Results_1.xlsx Merry Xmas and a Happy New Year Cheers Jackie PS A couple of quick messages - [Helsby RC weekly round-up 14th - 20th December 2015](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-14th-20th-december-2015/) - Merry Christmas to you all! After a fantastic Christmas Handicap and disco last night and with no racing in the week it's all down to the Park runners to fill the final upadte before Santa comes to town. Delamere: Position Gender Position parkrunner Club Run Time 1 1 Unknown ATHLETE - [Helsby RC Weekly Update 7-12-2015 to 13-12-2015](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-update-7-12-2015-to-13-12-2015/) - Helsby RC Weekly Update 7-12-2015 to 13-12-2015 Its been a bit of a quiet week for the Green Army in the run up to Xmas. Helsby runners were out at Delamere, Ellesmere Port and Widnes parkruns. Full club results are at the link below: http://tinyurl.com/kvq2x25 The only race reports this week are from the 2 - [Llandegla forest - new route and new race](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/llandegla-forest-new-route-and-new-race/) - Anyone that's done a bit of mountain biking will be familiar with the built trails at Llandegla, so the announcement of two new dedicated running trails and a new race are welcome news... The Clwydian Range Runners are pleased to announce that a brand new, permanent, fully waymarked running route has been installed at Llandegla - [Helsby weekly round-up 30th November to 6th December 2015](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-round-up-30th-november-to-6th-december-2015/) - A fairly quiet weekend of running for the Green Army, it must be all those Xmas parties getting in the way! We had one report in the inbox so if there are any more or if you have completed a race this weekend and want to write a few words please send to helsby-race-reports@outlook.com Borders - [Xmas & New Year Dates for your Diary](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/xmas-new-years-dates-for-your-diary/) - Dear Helsby Runner There is plenty going on over the next few months on the running front so here’s a number of dates for your running club diary. It’s almost an advent calendar there’s so much on! The club counters and main social events are listed in Tim’s calendar, for more details please read this. - [Helsby weekly round-up 23rd to 29th November 2015](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-round-up-23rd-to-29th-november-2015/) - Hello Green Army I’m the guest blogger this week (SURPRISE) and I’ve picked the perfect week to do it, considering we have 2 of the most important events in the Helsby RC calendar for 2015 (well for me anyway). First and foremost, it’s the Official Helsby RC night out this Friday 4th, now for those - [Helsby weekly round-up 16th - 22nd November 2015](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-round-up-16th-22nd-november-2015/) - Hi everyone Jackie has taken the reins of the blog this week, we also have a few reports too. Thank you for all these, remember all reports to helsby-race-reports@outlook.com Saturday was the 41st Penmaenmawr Fell Race the last in our Fell club counter series, 10 miles and 600m of climbing. From the small village of - [Helsby weekly round-up 9th to 15th November 2015](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-round-up-9th-to-15th-november-2015/) - Welcome all to another edition of the racing news. Not much to report this week, but I would like to remind everybody about the final #Felsby counter (pre-entry only) & cross country (XC) races (see reminders below) and don't forget the border league fixtures - not least because Fitzy will chase me otherwise. Speaking of - [Silver for Bish!](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/silver-for-bish/) - Hi everyone News just in that our England international Colin Bishop won a team silver medal for his age group at the British & Irish Masters XC in Dublin on Saturday! A huge well done to Colin for his epic achievement, be sure to congratulate him when you see him next. A brief report has been - [Running groups for Wednesday nights](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/running-groups-for-wednesday-nights/) - Hi everyone It has been noticed that the Wednesday night running groups aren’t quite working out the way they should be and there is some confusion about routes etc. therefore we have decided to have a refresher of the groups. We are asking for some volunteers to be a group leader, you will need to - [Helsby weekly round-up 2nd to 8th November 2015](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-round-up-2nd-to-8th-november-2015/) - Hi everyone Welcome to this weeks round-up. Thank you to everyone who sent a report in this week, as always it's very much appreciated so please keep them coming. The email address is helsby-race-reports@outlook.com. Now on to the news. We had a borders and XC clash this weekend so it was great to see a full - [Helsby Weekly Update week end 1-11-2015](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-update-week-end-1-11-2015/) - Various factors have contributed to the lateness of the blog this week. Apologies. Parkrun. Helsby runners were in action at Delamere, Ellesmere Port, Warrington and Widnes parkruns. Full club results can be found below. http://tinyurl.com/kvq2x25 Well done all!! Norton Priory 5 Mile Next up is the much anticipated (especially by Degsy Morris for reasons that - [RunHelsby on Strava](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/runhelsby-on-strava/) - I know lots of you use GPS watches and phones to record your runs. If you've not heard of it Strava is a brilliant tool for keeping track of your runs and comparing your progress (or lack of!). There's a bunch of us all sharing routes in Strava club — no more secret training! Join the - [Weekly Update 19-10-2015 to 25-10-15](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/weekly-update-19-10-2015-to-25-10-15/) - Happy Halloween to the Green Army contingent! Owens here, bringing you the news you have been refreshing your email for all week. I have no idea what horrors have happened this past week but it seems to have been a very quiet week of racing. Maybe that Degsy has exhausted himself with all his race - [Helsby RC Racing news! 12-Oct > 18-Oct 2015](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-racing-news-12-oct-18-oct-2015/) - Big thank you for the race reports, please keep sending them to helsby-race-reports@outlook.com if you wish for them to be included in the round-up each week. Lots to talk about this week. Please ensure you read the Upcoming events/ requests below so you don't miss out! But hold up before we get started, I'd just like to say - [Helsby RC Weekly Update 4-10-2015 to 11-10-2015](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/5139-2/) - ParkRun Helsby runners were in action at Delamere, Widnes, Ellesmere Port and Wetherby. The full, consolidated results are at the link below: http://tinyurl.com/kvq2x25 Borders League. There was a great Helsby turn out for the first Borders League race, Colin Thompson and Chris Fitzpatrick both sent in reports. First Col..... The Green Army’s first Borders League - [Helsby RC Update](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-update/) - 27-Sept > 04-Oct 2016 I will start this week with the Chester metric (26.2km) and Chester marathon. We had a good turnout of green vests for the metric marathon, which is in its second year. A nice distance to get your teeth into but I think it is definitely one that many can underestimate when racing it! - [Colin Bishop picked for England!](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/colin-bishop-picked-for-england/) - Some exciting news just in! It's huge congratulations to our supervet Colin Bishop for getting a call up to run for England at the British & Irish International Masters Cross Country Championships next month. A thoroughly well deserved place on the England team after years of consistent training and hard graft. Well done from all at Helsby - [Helsby weekly round-up 21st - 27th September](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-round-up-21st-27th-september/) - Hi everyone Apologies for the brief round-up this week, it was a bit of a rush job this morning. Thank you for the race reports, please keep sending them to helsby-race-reports@outlook.com if you wish for them to be included in the round-up each week. Wirral Multi Terrain (Arrowe Park) It was the season finale of the multi - [Helsby weekly round-up 14th - 20th September 2015](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-round-up-14th-20th-september-2015/) - Welcome to this week’s racing news. Apologies it is so late this week. Work deadlines and life got in the way! Sorry for the disruption. Please remember to send your race reports to: helsby-race-reports@outlook.com otherwise we don’t know about them and could miss them. I know a number of you post into Facebook which is - [Dash in the Dark - night trail run series](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/dash-in-the-dark-night-trail-run-series/) - The Clwydian Range Runners are pleased to announce the dates for this years Dash in the Dark series of night time trail races at the One Planet Adventure mountain bike centre, Llandegla. They are: Friday 27th November Friday 11th December Friday 15th January The timings remain the same, 6pm registration, 7pm start. Soup and a roll - [Running with the Kenyans](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/running-with-the-kenyans/) - Adharanand Finn, author of 'Running with the Kenyans' and 'The Way of the Runner' is coming to Sparta! He'll be visiting the Delamere Spartans on the evening of Sat 10th Oct to talk about his experiences training with elite athletes in Kenya and Japan. There will be beer! Places are £5 for guests and non-members. - [Helsby Weekly Update 6-9-2015 to 13-8-2015](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-update-6-9-2015-to-13-8-2015/) - Parkruns: It was quiet week for Helsby members Parkrunning, with runners out at Delemere and Widnes, The stand out performance was Neil Finegan coming 2nd at Delemere being just edged out by the mysterious “Unknown Runner”. Full details of the weeks performances from Helsby members can be found at the link below. http://www.parkrun.com/results/consolidatedclub/?clubNum=1721 Next its - [Helsby weekly round-up 31st August - 4th September 2015](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-round-up-31st-august-4th-september-2015/) - Hello everyone A very busy week of racing for the green army so lots to report! Thank you for all the race reports, if there are any more then please send to helsby-race-reports@outlook.com and I can always update the blog at a later date. Firstly some reminders of races and events coming up soon: Don’t - [Chipping Show results](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/chipping-show-results/) - Another fell counter for us in late August. Results tracked down here: Chipping Show15. Well done Phil G on coming in first green and looks like we managed 4th in the Men's Team too! - [Helsby weekly round-up 24th - 30th August 2015](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-round-up-24th-30th-august-2015/) - Hello all Welcome to this weeks round-up. A busy week of racing with a mixed bag of races but lets get started with some reminders first. Don't forget it's the Wirral Multi-terrain race series this month with the first one tonight (1st Sept). A great little race series which are not too challenging (generally 5 miles) and a good - [Helsby weekly round-up 17th - 23rd August 2015](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weeky-round-up-17th-23rd-august-2015/) - Happy Thursday to you all! The school holidays are nearly over, it’ll soon be Christmas and that means only two things; Borders League and Cross Country, so I hope you have all been training hard over the summer months... On to the trials and tribulations of our green vested athletes, it’s been a quiet week: - [Helsby weekly round-up 10th - 16th August 2015](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-round-up-10th-16th-august-2015/) - Hello Green Army Fitzy here (the one who always shouts green army if you don’t already know me), covering for CBH whilst he is away on his hols and preparing for UTMB (Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc) which is next week, I’m sure you will all send him some hugs, kisses and good luck messages - [Inter club fell competition](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/inter-club-fell-competition/) - Well done to Helsby Running Club for winning the Inter Club Fell Competition between Helsby, Spectrum, Delamere Spartans and Tattenhall for the third year running! Race 1 was our Wobbler, Race 2 Hot Foot up Moel Famau and Race 3 this weekend's Teggs Nose. Impressive Helsby turnout's and performances particularly for the first two races - [Helsby Running Club Weekly Update (2-8-15 to 9-8-15)](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-running-club-weekly-update-2-8-15-to-9-8-15/) - Parkruns: Helsby members were out at Delamere, Widnes and Warrington Parkruns. The stand out performance was Colin Bishop winning at Widnes. Full results for Helsby runners can be found at the link below. http://tinyurl.com/kvq2x25 Colin also ran the Bispham 10K where he finished 4th overall, win his age category and was 2nd placed Northern Vet - [Helsby weekly round-up 27th July - 2nd August 2015](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-round-up-27th-july-2nd-august-2015/) - Hello everyone Welcome to this week’s round-up. A fairly quiet week of racing (by Green Army standards anyway) but we have plenty coming up this month with 4 road counters and 2 fell counters! Best to try and get your entries in now to avoid disappointment, the pies & peas has already sold out but may - [Helsby weekly round-up 20th - 26th July 2015](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-round-up-20th-26th-july-2015/) - Hello to all you super fit, green vested, lithe limbed, mountain running, road bashing. park running afleets. Hope this round up finds you all well. We have had a fantastic week of running this past week, and I shall start with the fantastic achievement of our CBH (Chris Baynham-Hughes in his official capacity). He managed - [Helsby weekly round-up 13th-19th July 2015](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-round-up-13th-19th-july-2015/) - Hello and welcome to your weekly news round up. The details of the winners have gone out, but it would be remiss of me not to mention the fantastic club awards, BBQ and disco. A great time had by all! Thanks to everybody that contributed and got invovled - especially to Dave and Lesley for - [2014/15 championship winners](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/201415-championship-winners/) - We're delighted to announce the following winners of the 2014 road and fell championships and the 2014/15 XC and Border's League winners. Congratulation all on your trophies, representing a lot of dedication and hard work. Thanks also to everyone else for taking part — you're all winners! Roads Championship 2014 Men's Champion Colin Thompson 2014 - [Helsby weekly round-up 6th-12th July 2015](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-round-up-6th-12th-july-2015/) - Hi everyone A very busy week of racing for the Green Army and lots to report. Thank you to everyone who has contributed with race reports and results, it is much appreciated. Remember all reports can be sent to helsby-race-reports@outlook.com. Before the news there are just a few reminders about some races and events on - [Four Villages charity donations](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/four-villages-charity-donations/) - A big thank you to everyone who opted to donate their refund from the 2015 Essar Four Villages Half Marathon to our charity partners. We're delighted to announce we've been able to donate over £25,000 to local groups involved in the race and our two local hospices, Halton Haven Hospice in Runcorn and the Hospice - [Helsby Weekly Update 29-6-2015 to 5-7-2015](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-update-29-6-2015-to-5-7-2015/) - Helsby RC Weekly Update (29-6-2015 to 5-7-2015) Parkruns: Helsby runners were out at Delamere, Widnes, Ellesmere Port and Warrington Parkruns. Highlights were Colin Bishop winning at Widnes and Geoff Collins setting a PB at Ellesmere Port. Well done both. Full, consolidated Helsby Parkrun results for last week and be found at the link below. http://tinyurl.com/kvq2x25 - [Helsby RC Racings News 22nd - 28th June 2015](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-racings-news-22nd-28th-june-2015/) - Welcome to this week's racing news. Please remember to send your race reports to: helsby-race-reports@outlook.com otherwise we don't know about them. If you're at a race/ event then please decide amongst you who will put together the report as if we're not there then we won't know :) There wasn't much in the post bag - [Helsby RC Racing News 15th - 21st June 2015](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-racing-news-15th-21st-june-2015/) - Good day to you all! Owens here. I shall get straight on to the juicy bits… parkrun results Delamere parkrun Jim Jones: 20:52 Louise McEveley: 26:10 Mike Searle: 28:26 David Wiggins: 34:19 Paul Bulmer: 34:19 Stephen Wiggins: 34:19 Ellesmere Port parkrun Ben Williams: 23:09 Warrington parkrun Carl Pratt: 20:57 Widnes parkrun Chris Hatton: 25:38 - [Helsby RC Weekly Update 8-6-14 to 15-6-2015](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-update-8-6-14-to-15-6-2015/) - Parkrun Helsby runners were at Delamere, Ormskirk, Ellesmere Port and Widnes Parkruns this week with PBs for Neil Finegan at Ormskirk and Chris Hatton at Widnes. Full, consolidated Helsby Parkrun results can be found below. http://tinyurl.com/kvq2x25 Liverpool Rock and Roll Half Marathon. Derek Morris, Gill Fitzpatrick, Jenny O'Hare, Tanya Meredith, Emma Barnes and Ste Roach - [Mike McShane](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/mike-mcshane/) - With great sadness we report the death of our stalwart member Mike McShane. Clubmate Mike Searle who knew Mike for over 20 years and also worked with him at Body4Life was asked by the family to speak at Mike's service yesterday, 15 June (and with a fellow club member also on the funeral staff, it - [Helsby RC Racing News 1st - 7th June 2015](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-racing-news-1st-7th-june-2015/) - Hello all Thank you for all the race reports this week, if anyone has any other reports or races I have missed please send them over to helsby-race-reports@outlook.com and I can include in the blog. Firstly some reminders… Tattenhall Tough Team on Friday 19th June & Grocontinental Relay on Thursday 9th July at Dearnford Lake. Colin - [Robbie Webster's Wobbler 2015 - Race report](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/robbie-websters-wobbler-2015-race-report/) - Thank you so much for all of you that took part in the wobbler, be that running, supporting or marshalling. It was testament to all of you that we experienced another fantastic race and saw so many of you back at the club. Thank you to those of you that filled out the questionnaire on - [Helsby RC Racing News 25th - 31st May 2015](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-racing-news-25th-31st-may-2015/) - It is with great sadness I send out this weeks results as we have just heard the devastating news regarding our long standing member Mike McShane who sadly passed away this morning. Our thoughts are with his family at this time. Everybody will be advised further as more information is available. Welcome to this - [Wobbler Update](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/wobbler-update/) - Just thought I'd drop out an update based upon course conditions last night for all you Wobblers. I would have to describe the conditions as "Fun" and don't expect to finish with clean legs. For those of you wondering which shoes to wear, Trainers with good grip are advised! Looking forward to seeing you all - [New race - Warrington Way 40](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/new-race-warrington-way-40/) - Our friends at Lymm Runners have just announced the Warrington Way 40 Mile Trail Race is open for entries. The Warrington Way is a 40 mile circular walking/running route in Cheshire, circumnavigating the town of Warrington. It starts and finishes in Lymm, and goes anticlockwise around the town of Warrington. Most of the Way is off-road, on - [Helsby RC Racing News 18th-24th May 2015](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-racing-news-18th-24th-may-2015/) - It’s that exciting time of the week again! I bet you all have been waiting with utter delight and excitement to see what the Green Army have been up to. Track Running On a May spring evening, Chris Fitzpatrick and Colin Thompson decided to turn pro athletes and rock up to a Trafford AC Grand - [Helsby RC Racing News 11th-17th May 2015](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-racing-news-11th-17th-may-2015/) - Apologies for the delay to the delivery of your weekly news, entirely my fault as I thought I was doing it next week! Right, on with the News, I won't lie, it's massive! It also has details of a new County level runner to join the few that have swapped their green vest for - [Club Captains Reports](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/club-captains-reports/) - Ladies captain report 2014/2015 by Jane Ashbrook What a year the ladies have had! We have 11 new lady members (49) and are frequently getting bigger and bigger numbers attending training sessions on Monday morning, Monday evening and Wednesday evening. A number of new runners have competed in their first Parkruns, 10k’s, Borders Leagues, cross countries - [Sandstone round-up](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/sandstone-round-up/) - Sandstone trail 2015 The 2015 results are now up. The lost property is listed in the results too. I've written a short report about the event with a few photos in it. There are more photos on the web, and we'll add the rest soon. There are some blogs and photos up on the Delamere - [Helsby RC Weekly Update (4-10-2015 to 10-5-2015)](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-update-4-10-2015-to-10-5-2015/) - Please send all race reports to helsby-race-reports@outlook.con Delamere Spartans 10K Trail Race. This race took place on Bank Holiday Monday and is a welcomed new fixture on the race calender, with Phil Gillard (1st Male Helsby), Alison Halsall (1st Lady Helsby) were amongst a strong Helsby contingent. Well done all. Full results are below. http://tinyurl.com/mhr4a5p - [Helsby RC Racing News 27th Apr - 3rd May 2015](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-racing-news-27th-apr-3rd-may-2015/) - Hi everyone Lots of action this week from road, trail, fell and we also had an ultra thrown in. Thank you for all the reports, please keep them coming to helsby-race-reports@outlook.com or it's unlikely to get into the news. Road Mid-Cheshire 5k Thursday saw a new event spring up on the racing calendar, the Mid-Cheshire - [Helsby RC Racing News 20th - 26th April 2015](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-racing-news-20th-26th-april-2015/) - Good afternoon to the Green Army. Bringing you the news you are all so desperate to read. A very exciting (well, not quite Olympic fever but not far off) Sunday was had by many on Facebook as we tracked the London Marathon green vests through their (for many) first time slapping the streets of our - [Helsby RC Racing News 13th - 19th April 2015](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-racing-news-13th-19th-april-2015/) - This is the news!* PBs and Sunshine in this week's issue. As a standing reminder: Please remember to send any race reports to helsby-race-reports@outlook.com otherwise it is unlikely to get into the news! *homage to the genius of The day today Road Running Manchester marathon On Sunday, 4 foolish souls hot footed off to the "Stadium of Dreams" - [AGM and 2015 subs.](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/agm-and-2015-subs/) - It's AGM time again — it comes around very quickly. Please come along to the clubhouse after our usual training run on Wednesday 13th May. Special for our AGM, pizzas will be served in the lounge first before we go upstairs to the tea room. It’s quiet up there so we should be able to - [Helsby Running Club Weekly Update (5-4-5 to 12-4-15)](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-running-club-weekly-update-5-4-5-to-12-4-15/) - Helsby runners were out in force throughout the North West in Saturdays Parkruns. Highlights were a 2nd place and PB for Neil Finegan at Ellesmere Port, a PB for Chris Hatton at Widnes and a V50 age category win for birthday girl Helen Owens in her first race in the age category. Congratulations all. A - [Helsby RC Racing News Easter 2015](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-racing-news-easter-2015/) - Happy Easter everyone! A good turn out at the fells and roads at the weekend, seems everyone has been burning off those Easter egg calories! Thank you for all the reports this week, please keep sending them to helsby-race-reports@outlook.com. Parkrun Lots of green vests out for the parkruns and a few new PBs too! Widnes saw 3 - [Helsby RC Racing News 23rd - 29th March 2015](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-racing-news-23rd-29th-march-2015/) - G’day fellow racing and running enthusiasts. Welcome to the first Owens Oracle of Helsby RC Race Results. It’s like Teletext but not as good… Parkrun At Delamere we had a trio of leggy lovelies… Christopher Murray: 22:05 Louise McEveley: 25:15 Lesley Feakes: 26:41 On to Widnes parkrun…. Carl Pratt (PB!): 20:49 David Madders (probably still - [Helsby RC Racing News 16th - 22nd March 2015](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-racing-news-16th-22nd-march-2015/) - Lots of road running to get through this week. Please remember to send any race reports to helsby-race-reports@outlook.com otherwise it is unlikely to get into the news! Road Running Coniston 14 The Coniston 14 saw 3 Helsby vest out in glorious spring conditions for the annual run around Lake Coniston. Adrian 165th 1:42:49 Excellent times as - [Helsby RC weekly update (8-3-15 to 15-3-15)](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-update-8-3-15-to-15-3-15/) - It was a relatively quiet week for Helsby members at the various local Parkruns Ade Jackson and Neil Finegan were the sole Helsby representatives at St Helens and Ormskirk Parkruns respectively while Louise McEveley, Paul Gillard, Ste Wiggins, Paul Bulmer, Clare Morton, and Helen Gillard turned out at Delamere. Full Helsby Parkrun results are below: - [Helsby Race News 4th-10th March 2015](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-race-news-4th-10th-march-2015/) - Hi everyone Once again, thank you for all the reports this week. It’s been another busy one for the Helsby contingent so I’ll get started with the weekly parkrun report: Parkrun With a few big races taking precedence this weekend it was expected to be a quiet Saturday at the parkruns, but we had 11 - [Helsby Race News 23rd Feb to 1st Mar 2015](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-race-news-23rd-feb-to-1st-mar-2015/) - Hi everyone Another busy week of racing for the Green Army, and lots of new PBs too! Thank you for all the reports this week, please keep them coming, it adds so much variety to the blog each week. All reports can be sent to helsby-race-reports@outlook.com. Parkrun Parkrun just seems to get bigger each week! - [Helsby Race news 15-2-2015 to 22-2-2015 **Updated with Birchwood XC results**](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-race-news-15-2-2015-to-22-2-2015/) - Helsby runners were out at Parkruns on Saturday at Delamere, Widnes, Ellesmere Port and Warrington. Highlights include PBs for Chris Baynham-Hughes and Ellen Harris at Delamere and a 2nd place finish for Colin Thompson at Widnes. Well done all! Full, consolidated Parkrun results for Helsby RC members can be found at the link below. http://www.parkrun.com/results/consolidatedclub/?clubNum=1721 - [Spartan ten thousand](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/4516-2/) - Brand new race from our friends at the Delamere Spartans. Looks great, plus you get free entry into the Manley Village Fete. With cakes. Ten k, 5 quid, Bank Holiday Monday 4th May 2015. 12:30 start. http://www.delamerespartans.org.uk/spartan-blog/ten-thousand - [2015 Road and Fell Champioship](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/2015-road-and-fell-champioship/) - HELSBY RUNNING CLUB 2015 Summer Championships Road Championship 1. Sunday 15th February 11am Wrexham Village Bakery Half 2. Sunday 1st March 11am High Legh 10K 3. Wednesday 15th April 7pm Chester Spring 5 4. Friday 15th May 7.15pm Christleton 5k 5. Sunday 28th June 10.30am Penny Lane Striders 10K 6. Wednesday 5th August 7.30pm CGP - [Helsby Race News 9-15th Feb 2015](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-race-news-9-15th-feb-2015/) - Lots to get through this week, thanks to all for the race reports, keep them coming! Road Running Village Bakery Half Marathon Our first road counter of the season and a huge 16 Green Army members travelled to Wrexham Industrial Estate to tackle the 13.1 mile distance. 2 laps of an industrial estate is a - [Helsby Race News 2-8th Feb 2015](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-race-news-2-8th-feb-2015/) - Welcome to this week's racing news. We have fells, cross country and Park run updates. Please remember to send all race reports to helsby-race-reports@outlook.com If you are in a race then a brief report will be fantastic, if there are other people from Helsby there then please decide amongst yourselves as to who will submit a report. - [Helsby RC Weekly Update (23-1-2015 to 1-2-2015)](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-update-23-1-2015-to-1-2-2015/) - There was a record turn out for the 10K and 6K time trials on Wednesday with 29 runners, including some runners new to Helsby RC, braving a cold, windy evening. There were plenty of PBs set with Ed Halliwell and Jo Lacking first home in the 10K while Chis Igoe and Vanessa Griffiths lead the - [Helsby Race News 19-25th Jan 2015](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-race-news-19-25th-jan-2015/) - Unusually we start off with a few notices this week: Race reports Please keep your race reports coming, we love 'em! Send them here please - no matter how big or small - helsby-race-reports@outlook.com Club Counters Yes it's that time of the year where we have decided the club championship races for the year. I will - [This Girl Can!](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/this-girl-can/) - Helsby Running Club is a proud supporter of This Girl Can — the current campaign to get girls and women more involved in sport. Running is such a simple sport there's no barrier to entry, just a pair of trainers and a commitment to giving it a go. In the last couple of years we've - [Helsby RC Weekend Round-up 17th - 18th January 2015](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekend-round-up-17th-18th-january-2015/) - Hi everyone Please find a few words from our Chair Jackie below: “Sunday was a tough day to take for Helsby Running Club, for both organisers, helpers and runners, with the cancellation of our race. Ironically this year we were more organised than ever with a big “Green Army” effort to put the race on. - [Helsby Weekly Update (4-1-15 to 11-1-15) **Updated with Runcorn Park XC results**](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-update-5-1-15-to-12-1-15/) - Saturday 11-1-15 There was no Parkrun at Delamere Forest this weekend due to extreme weather warnings but Helsby runners turned out at Warrington, Wythenshaw and Ellesmere Port Parkruns with Louise McEverly getting first lady at Ellesmere Port in her debut on the course. Congratulations and great running Louise!! Full results for Helsby Parkrun runners can - [Christmas Round-up 2014](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/christmas-round-up-2014/) - Happy New Year!!!! We're conscious that there is some confusion each week as to who is doing the report, so we've decided to create a central email address to send in any reports you have from the week. If you get it over to this mailbox by the end of Monday then it'll make the - [Helsby RC Weekly Round-Up (22-12-2014 to 28-12-2014)](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-22-12-2014-to-28-12-2014/) - Delamere Parkrun Christmas Day. 11 Helsby runners turned out for the special Christmas Day Parkrun at Delamere with Jim Jones even managing a PB! Great going everyone. Pos. Name Time 21 Jim JONES - [Helsby RC Weekly Round-up 17th - 21st Dec 2014](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekly-round-up-17th-21st-dec-2014/) - Hi everyone Wednesday saw our annual Xmas Handicap race and it was great to see a good mix of old and new faces making this a big event on the night. Well done to Ellen Harris for storming around for the win and thank you to Jackie for taking the time to organise this and all our volunteers who - [Helsby RC Weekend Round-up 13th – 14th Dec 2014](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekend-round-up-13th-14th-dec-2014/) - Hi all A cold and frosty Saturday morning saw frozen parkrun courses which resembled more of an ice rink than footpaths, but undeterred by the cold snap we had a good turn out from Helsby at the various parkruns. Stand out performances belong to Joanne who was 3rd lady at Warrington and Jenny Illidge 2nd - [Double win for Colin Bishop!!](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/double-win-for-colin-bishop/) - Hi everyone News just in! Colin Bishop had another weekend of outstanding running. A parkrun win on Saturday wasn't enough for Colin so he decided to win the invite only Northern Vets 10k on Sunday also! Now in his new age group, Colin sits ranked at number 2 in the UK for V55. Be sure - [Helsby Running Club Weekly Update (1-12-14 to 7-12-14)](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-running-club-weekly-update-1-12-14-to-7-12-14/) - Saturdays Parkrun at Delamere was won by Helsbys Colin Bishop with Clare Morton getting a PB, while Colin Pratt secured 10th place at Warrington. Great running from all. Full Parkrun results can be found at the link below. http://www.parkrun.com/results/consolidatedclub/?clubNum=1721 On Sunday Seven Helsby runners turned out at Cardington Cracker with Max Wainwright finishing 5th in - [Helsby RC Racing news!](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-racing-news/) - 24-Nov > 30-Nov 2014 It's a beast this week! Road Running Ravenstonedale 10k The incredibly fast glide of Mr. Colin Bishop was on display at the Ravenstonedale 10k. In a strong field Colin came 6th in a time of 36:28. The course featured several hills around a beautiful village. One worth doing according to Colin; that word - [Helsby RC Weekend Round-up 17th – 23rd Nov 2014](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekend-round-up-17th-23rd-nov-2014/) - Lakeland Trails Series Starting off with a bang this week is a series win for Tim Palmer on the 10km Lakeland trails series; simply fantastic. The Palmer household was not happy just to leave it there though, as Jenny scooped a fantastic 6th place in the vet Ladies and 9th lady overall. Congratulations and very - [Club News & Race Info](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/club-news-race-info/) - Dear Helsby Runner There is plenty going on over the next few months on the running front so here’s a number of dates for your running club diary. The Cross Country and Border League races are now underway, with a great turn-out yesterday at Chrisleton for the first Border League. The Border League races are - [Helsby Running Club Weekly Update (9-11-14 to 16-11-14)](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-running-club-weekly-update-9-11-14-to-16-11-14/) - Helsby Running Club Weekly Update (9-11-14 to 16-11-14) Saturdays Parkruns saw Helsby runners at Delamere and Ellesmere Port. Colin Bishop secured second place at Delamere with Emma Barnes getting a PB at the same race. Full results for Helsby runners at both races can be found at the link below. http://www.parkrun.com/results/consolidatedclub/?clubNum=1721 Also on Saturday was - [Four villages (almost!) full](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/four-village-almost-full/) - Entries are now closed as the race nears its race limit. There are a handful of invites and manual entries to take care of. After that the race will reopen for the final few of places (less than 50). These places will again be via the Fabian website as before. You can check you're on - [Helsby RC Weekend Round-up 8th - 9th Nov 2014](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-rc-weekend-round-up-8th-9th-nov-2014/) - Hi everyone Another busy weekend of running for the Green Army! Firstly the Saturday parkruns: Delamere saw 4 Helsby vests on the start line. Congratulations to Gareth Boyd for first over the line for Helsby and Rachel Arnold for first Helsby lady home. Also well done to both Gareth and Jackie for doing the double - [Helsby Running Club Weekly Update 27/10 - 2/11](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-running-club-weekly-update-2710-211/) - I’m guest in the chair for the weekly roundup and there is a lot to get through so hold tight! Firstly I’d like to highlight Colin Thompson who was invited to slip into a Cheshire vest this week – fantastic achievement Colin well done (glad to see you’re taking your captaincy seriously and leading from - [Helsby RC Christmas night out](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-christmas-night-out/) - Our resident party planner Chris Fitzpatrick has advised me that the Helsby RC Xmas night out will be on Saturday 29th November. Meet in the Helter Skelter in Frodsham at 7.30pm if you want to join in the fun and games, Christmas jumpers are compulsory! - [Helsby Running Club Weekly Update 19-10 to 26-10](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-running-club-weekly-update-19-10-to-26-10/) - Saturdays Parkruns saw Max Wainright, Tim Palmer, Jo Farwell, Jenny Illidge, Louise McElevely, Ste Wiggins and Paul Bulmer tackle Delamere with Max first home for Helsby and Tim recording a PB. Over at Ellesmere Port Parkrun Ben Williams' PB was the sole Helsby result. Colin Thompson ran Princes Parkrun on Saturday, finishing in 3rd place. - [Helsby weekend round-up 18th Oct - 19th Oct 2014](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekend-round-up-18th-oct-19th-oct-2014/) - Afternoon everyone It's been a busy weekend of running for the Green Army so lots to report this week! Firstly, the Delamere parkrun once again had a big turn out on Saturday with 8 Helsby runners lining up for the race. Congratulations to Colin Bishop for another podium finish and first Helsby runner across the - [2015 four villages half marathon](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/2015-four-villages-half-marathon/) - Entries now open on the main website... www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk - [Helsby weekend round-up Oct 11th - Oct 12th 2014](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekend-round-up-oct-11th-oct-12th-2014/) - Hi everyone Saturday saw the 81st parkrun at Delamere with 9 Helsby runners out. Congratulations to Ed for first Helsby male home, and Jenny Illidge for first Helsby female, 2nd female overall and a new PB! Also well done to Jim Jones and Shan who set PB's on the day. Well done guys. 12 Edward - [Helsby weekly round-up 30th September - 6th October 2014](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-round-up-30th-september-6th-october-2014/) - Saturday saw a strong turn out for Helsby at Delamere Forest Parkrun in rather damp conditions with new Pbs for Shan McCarthy, Helen Gillard and Louise McEveley. Well done all!! 101 Shan MCCARTHY 27:23 VW40-44 57.46 % F 19 Helsby RC New PB! 9 192 Louise SPRUCE 38:59 SW30-34 38.01 % F 66 Helsby RC - [New 5k Time Trial!](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/new-5k-time-trial/) - Hi all Roy Gaskill is starting a new 5k time trial, the pilot run will be tomorrow night (Tuesday 7th October) at Phoenix Park, Runcorn with a 6.30pm start time. Full address below: Phoenix Park Castlefields Castlefields Avenue East Runcorn Cheshire WA7 2NY It would be nice if we could get a good Helsby turn out - [Helsby weekly round-up Sept 22nd – 28th 2014](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-round-up-sept-22nd-sept-28th-2014/) - Hi all Last Tuesday (23rd September) saw the final Wirral multi terrain race of the series in Arrowe Park. Brilliant running once again saw good results from all in the green vest (8 out in total). Well done to Vanessa who was first Helsby Lady home on the night, but the star of the night was Carol Shaw who - [16 - 23 years old? WIN FREE STUFF!](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/16-23-years-old-win-free-stuff/) - Run for prizes with Helsby! If you're at all interested in running and you're between 16 and 23 we'd love to get you involved in our youth development sessions coming up. These are friendly sessions for all abilities with some great prizes at the end of it. Prizes are non-competitive — you don't have to - [Helsby weekly round-up Sept 16th - Sept 21st 2014](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-round-up-sept-16th-sept-21st-2014/) - Alloa It was the Wirral Multi-terrain series Race 3 at Thurstaston on Tuesday 16th September and a good showing for Helsby saw 14 runners don the green vest for a beach and trail run on a nice spot of Wirral coastline. Colin Thompson secured a top ten for first in for Helsby and a 3rd - [Essar four villages half marathon on Facebook](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/essar-four-villages-half-marathon-on-facebook/) - The four villages half marathon now has its own Facebook page at www.facebook.com/groups/FourVillagesHalfMarathon/ Follow us on twitter at twitter.com/runhelsby #4vhm #greenarmy - [Berghaus trail running community site](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/berghaus-trail-running-community-site/) - We don't often respond to commercial link-ups but this looks like a useful resource... Favourite UK Trail Runs Infographic via the Berghaus Community site. - [Helsby weekly round-up 9th - 14th September 2014](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-round-up-9th-14th-september-2014/) - Hello all Final results (Race 4) are now out for the Deeside Multi-terrain series, a Friday night on 5th September. Two out for Helsby. There should also be results available for the final placing of the series but they are yet to go online. 11th Derek Morris 30.04 32nd Jim Jones 34.53 http://www.deestridersrunningclub.net/Results/ORGPSEPT2014.pdf It was - [Helsby weekly round-up 2nd - 7th September 2014](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-round-up-2nd-7th-september-2014/) - Hi all Tuesday 2nd September was Race 1 of the September Multi-terrain series was a 4.7m affair at Royden Park near Thurstaston. Nine out for Helsby with Colin Thompson first home for the men and Vanessa first from the Helsby ladies. 11th Colin Thompson 29.34 69th Tom DeJong 33.00 130th Steve Riley 36.58 133rd Adrian - [Anglesey Ring of Fire Report by Chris Fitzpatrick](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/anglesey-ring-of-fire-report-by-chris-fitzpatrick/) - Hello all CBH (or GBH as Phil calls him) has asked me to send something out about our boys weekend away doing the "Epic" Ring Of Fire 135 Ultra race where you circumnavigate around the beautiful Island of Anglesey. CBH rants on a little doesn't he so I will try and keep this short as - [Helsby weekly round-up 30th August - 1st September 2014](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-round-up-30th-august-1st-september-2014/) - Hi all Still waiting on results for the Crowden Horseshoe and the Ring of Fire…but for now Delamere Park Run 5k number 75 on Saturday August 30th saw a good podium finish for Colin Bishop who was 2nd overall in 17.31. Janet Robertson was first Helsby lady home for 67th overall in 24.16. Well done - [Wirral multiterrain series](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/wirral-multiterrain-series/) - The Wirral multi-terrain series take place in the first four Tuesdays in Sept. Various terrain such as sand, rocks, mud and hills, distances between 4 and 6 miles. The venues are: 2nd September Roydon Park, Thurstaston, 7pm9th September Harrison Drive, North Wirral Coastal Park, Wallasey, 7pm16th September Wirral Country Park, Thurstaston, 6:30pm23rd September Cherry Orchard, Arrow Park, Birkenhead, - [Wobbler on the web](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/wobbler-on-the-web/) - There's a nice piece on the Chester Chronicle website on the Robbie Webster Wobbler (I'm told it might be in the paper next week, so keep your eyes peeled).http://www.chesterchronicle.co.uk/news/chester-cheshire-news/helsby-running-clubs-tribute-former-7682944 - [Helsby weekly round-up 20th - 24th August 2014](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-round-up-20th-24th-august-2014/) - Helsbians The eagerly anticipated Robbie Wobbler was held for the second year on Wednesday August 20th and a great turnout on the evening saw another success for Helsby Running Club. Thanks to Chris Baynham-Hughes for his email regarding the race and his brilliant handling of the event as well as everyone involved. Full results as - [2014 Road and Fell Championship Updates](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/2014-road-and-fell-championship-updates/) - Due to popular demand you will now find the latest standings for the 2014 Road and Fell championships on their home pages.If you like Half Marathons you are in for a treat with the last 2 races in the road series. Firstly we have the Warrington Half on 23rd September and then to round off - [Club champions back to 1980](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/club-champions-back-to-1980/) - Download the complete list of club champions since 1980 — men’s, women’s, road, fell, xc, Border’s League as well as summer and winter handicap winners and winners of the Joe Beswick trophy for services to the club.Helsby Champions since 1980I've added a new page to the menu on the left, but for anyone who might - [Helsby weekly round-up 13th - 17th August 2014](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-round-up-13th-17th-august-2014/) - Greetings carbon based bipeds Firstly, congratulations to Jayne Joy who was joint 6th in the British Athletics Mountain Running Challenge for 2014 which included her Inter-county achievement and a race in her England vest. Full results below. http://www.britishathletics.org.uk/competitions/mountain-running-challenge/ Pilgrims Cross on Wednesday 13th August was honoured with two Helsby vests at this Rossendale organised 6 - [Helsby weekly round-up 6th - 12th August 2014](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-round-up-6th-12th-august-2014/) - Greetings Pie and Peas on Wednesday 6th August was our 10th road counter of the season and thirty Helsby vests ensured a sea of green for the supporters on the night. What an awesome turnout for the club. Well done to Colin Bishop, Colin Thompson and Carol Shaw who were all age category winners on - [Helsby running club weekly round-up 2nd - 5th August 2014](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-running-club-weekly-round-up-2nd-5th-august-2014/) - How ya doin’? Delamere Park Run Race Number 71 5k was on Saturday August 2nd and Colin Bishop kept up his winning ways against last year’s Robbie Wobbler winner Dave Alexander. Rachel Arnold was first Helsby lady. Five ran in total as below 1 Colin BISHOP 17:37 VM50-54 86.47 % M 1 Helsby RC PB - [Club Talk - Eating Disorders in Sport Wednesday 30th July 2014](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/club-talk-eating-disorders-in-sport-wednesday-30th-july-2014/) - Wednesday night 30th July, in the clubhouse after our club run (approx. 8pm), Jayne Joy will be giving a talk on Eating Disorders in Sport, chip butties provided!! Please come along to the third in our series of club talks on running related subjects. If you know anyone else who may be interested please let them - [Helsby weekly update 23rd - 27th July 2014](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-update-23rd-27th-july-2014/) - G’day all The Green Green Grass of Home on Wednesday 23rd July was our 6th Fell counter of the season and what a great evening of running from the 19 Helsby contingent fighting for valuable club points. 4th Jim O’Hara 46.24 22nd Phil Gillard 55.20 25th Phillip Roberts 55.50 26th Mario Foschi 55.51 31st Dave Feakes - [Helsby weekly update 16th - 20th July 2014](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-update-16th-20th-july-2014/) - Hi all The Druid on Wednesday 16th July is always a popular race with Helsby members. Twelve green vests were out to take on the challenge of Foel Fenli with Chris Baynham-Hughes and Joe marshalling and supporting. Great running from Jim O’Hara saw him 5th overall and 1st Helsby man home and Janet Robertson was - [Helsby weekly update 10th - 16th July 2014](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-update-10th-16th-july-2014/) - Hi all Thursday night 10th July was the Dearnford Lake Relay event with a great turnout for Helsby to challenge some of the top Cheshire clubs. Each team consisted of 3 legs each of 2 miles as a relay. There were 24 out in the green vest and some very admirable performances too. There were - [Helsby weekly round-up 2nd - 6th July 2014](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-round-up-2nd-6th-july-2014/) - Hi all Wednesday 2nd July was the Birchwood Ladies 5k. 8 Helsby ladies were out on the night led home by Jane Ashbrook for 9th overall in 20.53. Well done to those ladies running for Helsby for the first time. 9th Jane Ashbrook 20.53 11th Laura Baynham-Hughes 21.22 14th Louise Spruce 21.27 20th - [Helsby weekly round-up 24th – 29th June 2014](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-round-up-24th-29th-june-2014/) - Hi all Lots to report this week from podiums and PB’s to trophies and dodgy dance moves! Thursday 26th saw the Warrington 10k at Woolston park. This is a 2 lap course starting in the centre of the park, then 2 laps around the surrounding roads, fields, woodland and a bit of trail path thrown in. - [Helsby weekly round-up 18th - 23rd June 2014](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-round-up-18th-23rd-june-2014/) - Hi all Lots of running again last week. Wednesday 18th June was the Hot Foot up Famau, a Clwydian Hills race that takes in the infamous stone gulley heading to the summit of Moel Famau. Race report and results are now up on the Welsh Fell Runner website with links to them below. Helsby put - [Helsby weekly round-up 10th June - 17th June 2014](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-round-up-10th-june-17th-june-2014/) - Hi all Doesn’t anyone have a quiet weekend anymore? Trail up the Beast was our fourth fell counter and first Inter-Clubfell race on Tuesday 10th June. Looks like 23 were out for Helsby which is a brilliant turnout and leading the field home were Jimmy and Jane for full club points. Not sure who won - [Helsby weekly round-up 4th - 8th June 2014](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-round-up-4th-8th-june-2014/) - Hi all Plenty of action this week. Wednesday 4th June saw the Boars Head Hill Race in Cheshire with sole representative for Helsby Phil Gillard in fine form. Full results and race report available at the website linked below. 132nd Phil Gillard 65.05 http://www.wfra.me.uk/index.htm Wednesday night was also the Birkenhead 5 miler organised - [Sandstone trail challenge](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/sandstone-trail-challenge-3/) - Many thanks to everyone who walked, ran and helped out. We had a great day, despite starting in a downpour and the miles of mud! Full results for 2014 are available, Andy's 2014 report about the event is up, with a few photos. There are over three hundred photos up on our flickr site now, with a few more - [Jayne Joy's stunning debut for England](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/jayne-joys-stunning-debut-for-england/) - Sunday 1st June 2014 saw the Karrimor Great Trail Challenge at Keswick incorporating the International Home Counties Elite Races where Helsby phenomenon Jayne Joy ran her first race in an England vest. Jayne’s rise from Helsby vest to county vest to International vest has been sublime and it’s great we can all be a part of - [Helsby weekly round-up 27th May - 1st June 2014](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/3906-2/) - Hi all It is a very mixed bag this week, from park runs to club counters to Elite International races! On Tuesday 27th May our Steve Riley joined Keswick AC for a one night stand, running in their Latrigg Uphill Time Trial. Steve was an impressive 5th place and this was to be a reverse - [Helsby May Bank Holiday round-up 2014](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-may-bank-holiday-round-up-2014/) - Hi all It was the Christleton 5k on Friday but any concerns about weather were without foundation if results are anything to go by! Good turnout for Helsby in what was already the 6th road counter of the season with Colin Thompson taking the Helsby win in a fantastic time of 16.43 for 58th overall. - [Very new news - Jayne Joy picked for England!](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/very-new-news-jayne-joy-picked-for-england/) - Pardon the interruption — we've just heard this morning that our grinning off-road specialist Jayne Joy has been picked for an England vest! More details when we have them but everyone from Helsby couldn't be happier. A great supporter of the club, an unassuming winner with great spirit — Jayne is always just as interested in - [Helsby weekly round-up 11th May - 18th May 2014](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-update-11th-may-18th-may-2014/) - Hi all Massive set of results, in more ways than one! Whilst probably being the longest set of results email it’s undoubtedly the most successful one too. Last Sunday 11th May saw Phil Gillard stateside running “in the California Mothers day Marina 5K, the race took place in glorious sunshine with the backdrop of the - [Helsby weekly round-up May 7th - May 11th 2014](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-round-up-may-7th-may-11th-2014/) - Hi all Great variety of events once again this week from Andy's 5k to a superb mountain marathon from Steve Riley! Still awaiting results for last Wednesday’s Dinas Bran Hill Run at Llangollen. If anyone comes across the results then please let me know and I’ll update the blog accordingly. Some photos of the night - [Helsby weekly update till 5th May 2014](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-update-till-5th-may-2014/) - Hi all Firstly, let’s all congratulate Jayne Joy for being picked to represent Cheshire in the upcoming Inter-county Fell Race at Witton Park on 18th May 2014. More details below, be sure to click on the Inter-counties tab. http://www.britishathletics.org.uk/competitions/mountain-running-challenge/ It was the usual busy weekend for Helsby with a variety of races Saturday 3rd May 2014 - [Helsby weekly round-up 23rd - 27th April 2014](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-round-up-23rd-27th-april-2014/) - Hi all Two first places for Helsby in this week’s round-up and a race that had no results! Wednesday night 23rd April saw the last Border League race held by Deestriders. A brief report as to the reasons why the results didn’t stand can be seen on the North Wales Blog below. http://athleticsnorthwales.blogspot.de/2014/04/borders-league.html Thanks to - [Easter Weekend Round-up 2014](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/easter-weekend-round-up-2014/) - Hi all Great running from everyone from the Spring 5 and the varied races over the Chocolate break and Helsby has definitely had a rebirth over the last year. Many thanks to Colin Thompson once again for ensuring we have a set of results out this week. Firstly i’d like to draw everyone’s attention to - [Helsby weekly round-up 12-13th April 2014](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekly-round-up-12-13th-april-2014/) - Hi all It was a busy weekend running wise with a fabulous Helsby turnout at the latest Delamere Park Run 5k on Saturday 12th April. Twelve green vests were led home by the brilliant Colin Bishop who ran through the finishing tape for first overall with Colin Thompson running well with a solid 4th place. - [Helsby weekend round-up 5th - 6th April 2014](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekend-round-up-5th-6th-april-2014/) - Hi all Many thanks to Colin Thompson for his round-up last week! The Delamere Park Run 5k this Saturday 5th April saw two vests out for Helsby with first in Gareth Boyd in 11th overall followed by Louise McEveley in 60th. Well done to Gareth and Louise who were also out at the Border League - [Helsby weekend round-up 29/30th March](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekend-round-up-2930th-march/) - On Saturday It was the 55th Delamere parkrun with 8 out for Helsby. Great run from Colin Bishop saw him first overall and first in for Helsby with a time of 17:47 which equals his PB. Brilliant running from Laura Baynham Hughes saw her 2nd lady home overall and first Helsby lady with a new PB of - [Joe's Olympic torch run May 31st - details and route](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/joes-olympic-torch-run-may-31st-details-and-route/) - Hopefully by now you all know we are nearing a very special occasion for the club as a whole and more importantly for a very special individual in our club and community. I’m talking Joe’s Olympic torch run in Macclesfield on Thursday May 31st. Mike Searle has forwarded to me the official information on - [Cheshire AA handicap - whitley 10k](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/cheshire-aa-handicap-whitley-10k/) - Well done to Helsby's Dave Madders topping the Cheshire Athletics Handicap Chart for the recent Whitley 10k http://www.cheshireaa.com/Results/RRGP/2012/cheshire_road_race_grand_prix_2012c3_HS.htm Excellent work and much deserved - [Helsby weekend round-up May 12-13th 2012](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekend-round-up-may-12-13th-2012/) - Busy weekend for many people at Helsby! First and foremost it was the Sandstone Challenge event managed and organised by Andy Robinson with a raft of help from Helsby members and the local community. Results here http://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/index.htm Looks like a very successful event once again with an awesome new overall record for - [Sandstone trail challenge - brilliant!](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/sandstone-trail-challenge-brilliant/) - Quick report: another brilliant day, another great event. Thanks go to everyone taking part whether running, walking, marshalling, feeding, punching cards or any of the numerous things that somehow magically happen behind the scenes. Three cheers to Andy Robinson for being catalyst and ringleader. Hills were climbed, records broken, mud and wind conquered, feet battered, - [Dinas Bran fell counter 9th May 2012](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/dinas-bran-fell-counter-09th-may-2012/) - Hi all Quick report on last nights first fell counter of the season. Brilliant night for Helsby at Dinas Bran. Glad to see the rain did nothing to dampen the enthusiasm of the 19 (just counted from the photo) green vests on display. Two members Roy and Tom were new to the fells and what a - [Sandstone challenge this weekend!](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/sandstone-challenge-this-weekend/) - Thanks to everyone helping out over the weekend. Andy does all the tedious donkey work behind the scenes, but the event simply couldn't happen without everyone's quiet excellence on the day! The comments we get back after the event make it clear that the marshalling and organisition are one of the reasons that make the - [Helsby weekend round-up 5th - 7th May 2012](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-weekend-round-up-5th-7th-may-2012/) - Hi all Please find a great race report from Phil Gillard who did the Great Hameldon Hill Race at the weekend http://helsbyrunningclub.wordpress.com/2012/05/08/great-hameldon-hill-race-report-by-phil-gillard/ Well done to Phil. Full results for his race here http://www.ukresults.net/2012/hameldon.html Four Helsby runners were also out at Llangynhafal on Saturday, ably supported by Joe who was marshalling on the course (surrounded by - [Great Hameldon hill race report by Phil Gillard](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/great-hameldon-hill-race-report-by-phil-gillard/) - Short report of a trip to the South Pennines for the Great Hameldon Hill Race 6th May 2012 by Phil Gillard Memories of Accrington in May My last trip to Accrington was in May 2010; no thoughts of running that day, I was there to support my beloved football team Grimsby Town and help them - [Stratford half race report from west cheshire member Mike Perchard](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/stratford-half-race-report-from-west-cheshire-member-mike-perchard/) - Please find the following report from Mike Perchard of West Cheshire regarding the Stratford Half 2012 on Sunday 29th April which has been forwarded by Helsby running club member Geoff Shaw. Although Mike is not a member of Helsby running club it is always interesting to hear and read of other races so if you - [Jubilee downhill run — 2 June](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/jubilee-downhill-run-2-june/) - The club is helping to promote a downhill run from Helsby Hill to the High School, as part of the village's Jubilee celebrations. If the annual downhill run in Frodsham is anything to go by, these events are a lot of fun and bring in loads of people outside the normal running crowd. Especially popular - [Border league results race 7 April 2012](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/border-league-results-race-7-april-2012/) - Hi all Border League results arrived! In summary a great season, lots of new faces and enthusiasm to build on so thanks to everyone who participated in this series as it’s really shown what Helsby can be as a club and the potential it has. Obviously the highlight is the much deserved promotion of Helsby - [Weekend round-up](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/weekend-round-up/) - Once again lots going on this weekend. Results have already been sent out for the Wrexham ten miler http://www.ukresults.net/2012/nwales10.html but other Helsby members had also been active elsewhere. Great performances in what is surely the wettest marathon on record in Manchester on Sunday saw Colin Thompson with a magnificent 3.13.10 which placed him 208th out - [South Cheshire 20](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/south-cheshire-20/) - Dave and Lesley Feakes ran the South Cheshire 20 at the weekend. In some pretty horrible conditions if you remember. Nice to see the age of chivalry's not dead yet Dave! Read on... Lesley and I took part in the South Cheshire 20 road race on Sunday and, despite the cold and wet conditions, we - [Special message from Joe Beswick](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/special-message-from-joe-besdwick/) - Hi all Please find attached a special message to the club from Joe Beswick “May I express my heartfelt thanks to ‘My Girls’ for all your efforts during the last year. In clinching the Cross Country League title and being promoted to First Division in the Borders League they are the best results for a - [Wrexham 10 miler results - road counter 3 28th april 2012](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/wrexham-10-miler-results-road-counter-3-28th-april-2012/) - Hi all Please find attached results for the third road counter in the Helsby Road Series for 2012. This race was a 10 mile race starting and finishing on the Wrexham Industrial estate (same as the Village Bakery Half) Being a North Wales Championship race a good standard was expected and runners certainly had the - [Free offroad training day — 27 May](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/free-offroad-training-day-27-may/) - Cheshire Sports have been in touch with details of yet another free training day - this time just down the road in Delamere Forest. No matter what ability of runner you are, this training day will give you the chance to learn about road, trail and fell running and all that is involved! Learn about - [Blackrod half marathon race report - Dave Madders](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/blackrod-half-marathon-race-report-dave-madders/) - Report of Dave Madders weekend half marathon Just a brief report on the blackrod half marathon I did on Sunday. As prep for the Manchester marathon I'm doing on Sunday I decided to enter on the day the blackrod half marathon on Sunday just gone. a very small race of aprox 50-100 people near Bolton. - [Joe's olympic dream](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/joes-olympic-dream/) - If you haven't seen it yet, we've finally managed to get hold of that brilliant article on Joe and the Olympic Torch relay. [Click the picture to read] THERE were special cheers for Joe Beswick on his 81st birthday when the athletics veteran and Frodsham community stalwart heard he had been chosen as an honoured - [Gareth Boyd Race Report London Marathon 2012](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/gareth-boyd-race-report-london-marathon-2012/) - Well Marathon number 8 is run/completed and whilst I’m doing a bit of a ‘robot walk’ on the whole, 24 hours after the VLM I’m moving ok. 4 weeks ago, even getting fit and ready for the start line was 50 50 (tendonitis) but by doing this radical new thing called ‘stretching’ and having acupuncture - [Anniversary Waltz April 2012 - Report by Phil Gillard](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/anniversary-waltz-april-2012-report-by-phil-gillard/) - The Anniversary Waltz is a classic Lakeland fell race instigated to celebrate Wynn and Steve’s wedding at Newlands church in 1996, it is 11.5 miles long and 3,600 feet of climb. 2011 was my first experience of the event so having entered again this year; I guess this was my Anniversary Waltz anniversary. Last year - [Free running leadership course](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/free-running-leadership-course/) - There is a Leadership in Running Fitness Course being held in Cheshire on 21st April 2012: Saturday 21st April 2012, 8.45am to 5pm NC0365, Box 8, Chester Racecourse, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 2LY This course is being organised by Sport Cheshire and aims to raise the number of qualified leaders in running clubs. They are offering the course - [Coniston 14](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/coniston-14/) - Dave Feakes was kind enough to drop us a line about the Coniston 14, a popular race with a few Helsby runners. Apologies for not getting this up sooner!It’s a fantastic 14 mile road race around Coniston lake which I would highly recommend to Club members. The organisation and hospitality are excellent and they even - [Summer road and fell series](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/summer-road-and-fell-series/) - Quick reminder: the summer 2012 road and fell series are listed in the links over there on the right, together with the long trail series. Usual rules, complete enough of the series and collect points based on your position to be eligible for a prize. Separate standings for men, women and old folks. - [Run the Bridge results - road counter 2 held 8th april 2012](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/run-the-bridge-results-road-counter-2-held-8th-april-2012/) - Hi all Easter Sunday saw some Helsby runners deciding not to stay indoors eating Easter Eggs but to head out for a drizzly day in Runcorn for the 2nd road race in the Helsby Counters. Over 700 runners were out in total and 13 of those were from Helsby for the Halton Run the Bridge - [Spring 5 results - road counter 1 wed 4th april 2012](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/spring-5-results-road-counter-1-wed-4th-april-2012/) - Hi all Results are now available for the first Helsby race in the summer series. This was the West Cheshire 5 Mile also known as the Spring 5 and a race also in the Cheshire GP Series. http://www.westcheshireac.co.uk/roadracing/spring5 For those interested in their Cheshire standings after this race some information should appear on the Cheshire - [Edale Skyline, Wilmslow Half, Wrekin Fell March 2012](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/edale-skyline-wilmslow-half-wrekin-fell-march-2012/) - Hi all This weekend saw the classic Edale Skyline race, and one of the Helsby Long Distance Trail Race counters at 21 miles and over 4000ft of ascent in total. 299 runners finished with a great winning time of 2.41.55 in what were obviously warm conditions. Four green vests out for Helsby, ably led by - [Mike's tale - Wilmslow half marathon 2012](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/mikes-tale-wilmslow-half-marathon-2012/) - For me, the weekend of the clocks going forward is synonymous with a race I’ve completed 8 times – the Wilmslow 1/2M and with an excellent race package Wilmslow is an event I like to target annually. So being ‘a Wilmslow old hand’, I know that very early arrival is key, given the congestion caused - [Helsby Olympic Torchbearer - Joe Beswick](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-olympic-torchbearer-joe-beswick/) - Hi all First the great news, Joe Beswick has been officially selected as an Olympic Torchbearer. It appears the press are already on the case so look out for an article about Joe in the Chester Chronicle soon. Joe has been informed he’ll be running a leg near Macclesfield and according to the schedule it - [Liverpool half marathon results and Hardmoors55 2012](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/liverpool-half-marathon-results-and-hardmoors55-2012/) - Hi all Official email for this weekend’s Liverpool half March 18th below “The race had yet another brilliant turn out with 7600 entries taken and Olympic legend Kriss Akabusi got the event under way in his own inimitable manner. Kriss, who was visiting Liverpool specifically to get the 2012 RunLiverpool Marathon message out was suitably impressed - [Jane 3rd at Stafford 20!](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/jane-3rd-at-stafford-20/) - News flash: Jane Ashbrook took 3rd female at this weekend's Stafford 20 ...sounds like the London preparation is going well! More on Jane's physio blog. - [Roy Gaskill 2nd at the resolution 10k 04/03/12 heaton park](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/roy-gaskill-2nd-at-the-resolution-10k-040312-heaton-park/) - Well done to Roy Gaskill who ran in the Resolution Run Charity 10k at Heaton Park on Sunday 04th March. Roy is a fairly new member at the club but managed a brilliant sub 40 10k, clocking in at 39.35 for a 2nd place finish. Great stuff. Unfortunately no official results available yet but put - [Rachels celebratory run](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/rachels-celebratory-run/) - Please find a link to Rachels 50th run when Rachel and some Helsby ladies and guests ran the Helsby Three Peaks Challenge, photo montage courtesy of Jackie https://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/bkTXFn4BMkoF9sy7rBBdkQsQIOXw_vNkqsMNDLFleM0?feat=email For those who are not aware of this challenge instigated and engineered by our very own Ian Landucci there is a link on the Helsby blog here - [Birchwood XC final NW series race 04/03/12 and silverware](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/birchwood-xc-final-nw-series-race-040312-and-silverware/) - Final Results are now available online for the Northwest Cross Country Series. http://www.btinternet.com/~steve.saunders/ss/xcountry_11.htm Just click on the Birchwood link to take you to a .pdf file. Sunday saw the last race in the series at Birchwood Forest Park starting at 10.00am, a 4 lap course which is an open route for spectators to watch proceedings - [Wrexham village bakery half marathon results 19th feb 2012](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/wrexham-village-bakery-half-marathon-results-19th-feb-2012/) - Hi all Please find attached a link to results and photos and news thread for Wrexham Village Bakery half marathon which was held on Sunday 19th February. Worth a look at the news thread link from runners world for thoughts on the day http://wrexhamroadrunners.org.uk/ Blue sky and a delicate covering of snow as a backdrop - [Liverpool & district xc championship 19th feb 2012](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/liverpool-district-xc-championship-19th-feb-2012/) - Hi all Please find attached a link to the full results for the Liverpool & District Cross Country Championship results which was held at Clarke Gardens on Sunday 19th February. This was a three lap course, slightly longer than the North West Cross Country route and by all accounts a fine morning for a run. - [North West XC race 5 results - sunday 5th february 2012](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/north-west-xc-race-5-results-sunday-5th-february-2012/) - Hi all Please find attached results for the 5th race of the North West XC season which was held in Walton Park and hosted by Liverpool running club on Sunday 5th February Full results below: http://www.btinternet.com/~steve.saunders/ss/xc/2011/race5_11.pdf According to feedback from other runners this was an improved and longer than advertised, two lap course, although still - [Clubmate Jim gives up running...](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/clubmate-jim-gives-up-running/) - Spotted on the web (thanks Andy R!). Sad news indeed to see a once great fell runner reduced to this... Great pics. Thanks to Ali Tye for the images - always there shiver or shine, must have been cold out there. - [Art of the Olympics](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/art-of-the-olympics/) - Our little arts centre in Frodsham has secured quite a coup - an exhibition of Olympic Poster artwork and work from local sculptor Tony Evans. There's some real evocative stuff in there, that'll take you straight back in time as a sports fan - Munich 1972 for me. There's also a lecture on on 7th - [Halewood weekly bugrun 5K](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/halewood-weekly-bugrun-5k/) - Great idea. Liverpool Running Bugs are holding a free weekly 5k series. Halewood Park, Okell Drive, L26 7WQ. Every Sat at 1pm, open invite, just register and turn up, that's it. More here: http://www.bugruns.org.uk/ - [Helsby runners results](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-runners-results/) - Hi all Well what a day that was and what a good feeling to be able to send out results with so many names on! Don’t really need to describe the weather though…, a bit windy should do it, but it didn’t seem to deter many of the Helsby contingent producing great times in the - [Four villages festival of wind and running](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/four-villages-festival-of-wind-and-running/) - Thanks to all our marshalls, volunteers, runners and spectators. Another brilliant event! Some tough running conditions saw a Tipton Harriers 1-2 in the Helsby Four Villages Half Marathon this weekend. Martin Williams lead home the field in 1:08:32, with 89 seconds in hand over team mate Ben Gamble, who improved on two 4ths and two - [Runcorn town park NW XC results 15th Jan 2012](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/runcorn-town-park-nw-xc-results-15th-jan-2012/) - Hi all Results are now available for the North West Series XC held at Town Park Runcorn 15th January 2012, see below for link http://www.btinternet.com/~steve.saunders/ss/xc/2011/race4_11.pdf Some cold weather hardened what is usually a muddy course but with a beautiful blue sky and frost on the ground a near perfect day for cross country ensued. Photos - [Dash in the dark](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/dash-in-the-dark/) - You like running, you like darkness? Now's your opportunity to combine the two interests. Clwydian Range Runners' Dash in the Dark series is back this winter. Three race from Coed Llandegla, first one's tonight: Friday 20th Jan 2012 Friday 10th Feb 2012 Friday 2nd March 2012 http://www.clwydianrangerunners.co.uk/Club%20info.htm - [Monday training, Castle Park](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/monday-training-castle-park/) - Just a quick reminder that Castle Park training at Frodsham, taken by Joe and Mario, is on Monday nights, from 6:30pm. Meet off Netherton Drive (just off Howey Lane). Parking available. Sessions last about half an hour, will be great to see some new faces there too. Not just for fast folks! - [Fancy being sponsored?](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/fancy-being-sponsored/) - Hexx, the people making our hoodies, also run a grassroots sponsorship program for aspiring sportspeople. The scheme offers a clothing package, nutrition and media support. It's not just for elites and seeks to encourage people aiming for big improvements in their sport (I can think of a couple of people!). Not limited to runners, so - [Abergele border league results sun 8th jan 2011](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/abergele-border-league-results-sun-8th-jan-2011/) - Hi all Please find attached results for the latest Border League Race at held at Abergele Sunday 8th Jan. http://www.bordersleague.org.uk/ Described as an accurately measured 5 mile out and back course, oh, with a random bit through a caravan park, 14 Helsby runners started and finished the race with some strong performances thrown in, including - [Cheshire Championship XC results 7th jan 2012](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/cheshire-championship-xc-results-7th-jan-2012/) - Hi all Full weekend for Helsby runners and many thanks for those doing the double, starting with Saturday’s windy and muddy Winsford escapade to Knights Grange. (Sundays Border League results will hopefully follow shortly) Results here http://www.cheshireaa.com/Results/XCC/2012/XCChamps2012Results.pdf Saturday’s race was the Cheshire Championship Cross Country, quality fields with Helsby ladies once again retaining their 2nd - [NWXC Results race 3 arrowe park 4th dec 2011](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/nwxc-results-race-3-arrowe-park-4th-dec-2011/) - Hi all Well it’s been nearly a month! but results are now online for the Arrowe Park XC race that was Race 3 in the Northwest XC series held on 4th December 2011. Full results can be found at the website below http://www.stevesaunders.co.uk/ as well as some photographs I managed to take here http://www.flickr.com/photos/runhelsby/sets/72157628296948039/ After - [Round the walls race results 26th Dec 2011](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/round-the-walls-race-results-26th-dec-2011/) - Hi all Please find attached the results for the 40th running of the Boxing Day Round the Walls race at Chester Racecourse. Due to wall repair and bad weather in previous years, this was the first running round the walls since 2006 on what was a slightly extended course (basically two laps round the racecourse - [Club Xmas Handicap](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/club-xmas-handicap/) - Another traditional pre-Christmas blast, a 3.5 mile dash (santa hats optional, but great to see a number in evidence plus at least one in full santa gear) before returning to the club house for mince pies and the presentation. Congratulations to Dave Madders for winning the handicap, fastest time of the evening being recorded by - [4 villages recce](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/4-villages-recce/) - You're welcome to join us for a 4 villages recce on Friday 30th December. Perfect for blowing away the pie-induced cobwebs and a chance to get some mileage in and learn/remind yourself of the course. 10am, Helsby Sports and Social Club. Depends who turns out (ie if there's demand for a faster group!) but pace - [Border League Race 3 - Tattenhall](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/border-league-race-3-tattenhall/) - Sunday morning and Tattenhall hosted round 3 of this years Borders League. Saturday's forecast was for driving rain from the West and passing over Tattenhall at around 10am. Well nearly correct the rain reached Tattenhall at about 1030 am and stayed there for a couple of hours. So the shivering runners started in a shower - [Stadt Moers cross country](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/stadt-moers-cross-country/) - Saturday afternoon saw Paul Porter and Steve Riley line up for the Stadt Moers (sounds much more exciting than Huyton) cross country, with a light drizzle threatening to turn into rain. Another in the Liverpool and District league, and one of the better courses in my opinion. The country park doesn't look initially promising, but a clever - [Helsby Road Series 2011](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-road-series-2011/) - Warford 10 Mile (Photographed by Steph Charman) Another excellent series of road races made up this years contest. The competition was spread over a longer period than normal starting off in early April with the Spring 5 at Chester and finishing with the Conwy Half marathon in November. A variety of distances were - [Conway half marathon results - final road counter](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/conway-half-marathon-results-final-road-counter/) - Sunday 20th November saw the final road counter of the season, the Conwy Half Marathon. http://www.runwales.com/ Eight Helsby vests managed to cross the border in what was a good day weather-wise for the time of year, with some blue sky showing through on occasion. The route is scenic, starting and finishing at Conwy Castle but - [High Legh 10k — 26 Feb 2012](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/high-legh-10k-26-feb-2012/) - Chris Lees, from our new friends at Lymm Runners has been in touch. He's also Race Director for the High Legh 10k... Hi all - As the new Race Director for the 2012 event, I thought I would email the many running and athletic clubs local to the race direct. Please find attached a PDF with - [2012 long trail series](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/2012-long-trail-series/) - Andy Robinson has been consulting interested runners and has proposed the following dates and events for the 2012 long trail series... Wuthering Hike (Haworth Hobble), Sat 10 March. 33 miles, 4400 ft of climbing. This is a great race. Edale Skyline, Sun 25 March. 21 miles, 4500 ft. Testing AL fell race. Fills up quickly, - [Three peaks challenge record](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/three-peaks-challenge-record/) - So... after much deliberation i decided i needed to muscle in on this 3 peak challenge business to see for myself what the deal is. With Adair (probably reluctantly) roped in as navi we set off from the top of helsby hill at a ridiculously early hour on what should have been a restful day - [Border league race 2 results - Birkenhead Park 13th November 2011](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/border-leage-race-2-results-birkenhead-park-13th-november-2011/) - Hi all Race 2 in the Border League organised by Wallasey was held at Birkenhead Park. 4 laps enticed a good Helsby contingent to follow Albert’s sound advice and count the laps down instead of up! The total distance was somewhere in the region of 5.5 miles. Observing a minutes silence at 11.00am for Remembrance - [Northwest sunday league XC race 2 results - beacon park 6/11/11](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/northwest-sunday-league-xc-race-2-results-beacon-park-61111/) - Hi all Results are now out for the 2nd Northwest Sunday Cross Country league held at Beacon Park, Skelmersdale 6th November 2011 Full results can be found on www.stevesaunders.co.uk Just head to the XC Section Runners could not have asked for a nicer day to run with great views from Beacon Hill of the Welsh - [Sunday league xc results clarke gardens 30th oct 2011](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/sunday-league-xc-results-clarke-gardens-30th-oct-2011/) - Hi all Results are now out for the 1st Northwest Sunday league event which was at Clarke Gardens 30th October, a race of one small lap and two large totalling 4.9 miles. Ideal conditions on the day, a lot less muddy than previous years and with little wind, although there was a muddy section through - [Kettlewell the video](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/kettlewell-the-video/) - An utterly brilliant video/photo montage of Helsby's recent British Fell Relays event made by Jackie Keasley. For just 5 minutes of your time this video really encapsulates what the day was about, a lot of hard running but many more smiles. Take a look here https://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/jxZzcdf_Bg7c1wXVrCq5uw?feat=email - [Winter monday night training 6.30pm castle park](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/winter-monday-night-training-6-30pm-castle-park/) - Hi all We have agreed with Chester and Cheshire West Council that Castle Park and grounds can be utilised for winter training on Monday nights. These training sessions will commence Monday 24th October at 6.30pm and hopefully continue until we can regain use of Helsby High School track in April 2012. Joe - [Fell Series 2011](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/fell-series-2011/) - With the Breidden Hills race on 9th October the Helsby 2011 Fell season reached its conclusion. Another fine year of racing with a couple of significant events taking place. On 4th July Phil Gillard celebrated his 50th birthday by racing in the Hathersage Gala fell race. Then only a few weeks later it was almost - [Excalibur marathon - march 2012](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/excalibur-marathon-march-2012/) - On Sunday 31st March we are holding, undoubtedly, the UK toughest marathon. This charity run/walk challenge traverses the spectacular Clywdian Range AONB in North East Wales over full marathon distance and with 4,600 ft of ascent. Maximum time allowed 12 hours. Refreshments are available en route with a hot meal at the finish. This event - [Border league race 1 results - prestatyn october 2011](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/border-league-race-1-results-prestatyn-october-2011/) - Border League Prestatyn Results Race 1 Sunday 16th October Results are now out and can be found at the link below http://www.bordersleague.org.uk/ Helsby managed to field both a men’s and women’s team which has placed us currently mid table in division two for both teams so many thanks to all runners who turned up in - [British fell relays 2011 Kettlewell 15th october](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/british-fell-relays-2011-kettlewell-15th-october/) - British Fell relays 2011 in Kettlewell Results are now up http://www.sportident.co.uk/results/2011/BritishFellRelays/ Many thanks to Phil Gillard for his great organisation for this event which ran smoothly from registration to team choice all the way to logistics on the day. Thanks also have to go to Rachel for driving, for Steve Riley for driving and for - [Cross country and borders league dates 2011/12](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/cross-country-and-borders-league-dates-201112/) - Cross country dates, first race October 29th, Beacon Park. Borders League dates, first race October 16th, Prestatyn Links are over on the right there and also on the forum at http://helsbyrunningclub.proboards.com/index.cgi. Get involved! - [Stuart Mills ultra talk - 19 November](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/stuart-mills-ultra-talk-19-november/) - Our friends over at Delamere Spartans are hosting a night with Stuart Mills, an ultra runner at the absolute top of his game... "Stuart will talk about the highs and lows of ultra running, from his win in the 2010 Lakeland 100 mile race to the problems which led to him not completing the Ultra - [Breidden Hills results final fell counter 9th october 2011](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/breidden-hills-results-final-fell-counter-9th-october-2011/) - Hi all - Results now out for the final fell counter of the season which took place at Breidden Hills Sun 9th October for those that fancied a little altitude as an alternative to the Chester tarmac. A tough race with a strong field that included three intrepid Helsby runners making the expedition. As can - [Chester marathon results and race report from Gareth Boyd](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/chester-marathon-results-and-race-report-from-gareth-boyd/) - Hi all Huge congratulations are in order for the seven Helsby runners who ran the marathon today at Chester. Fantastic effort by all for some really great times, in what, I presume, was quite a windy race. Chester Marathon website here: http://www.chestermarathon.co.uk/home.aspx Helsby runners and positions as follows: 636th Gareth Boyd 03:43:04 1151st Ivan Davies - [Three Peaks Challenge report by Steve Riley](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/three-peaks-challenge-report-by-steve-riley/) - Well worth a read if you get the chance, a brilliant piece of writing by Steve Riley on his recent Three Peaks CycloCross Challenge in Yorkshire http://furiouscycling.blogspot.com Great effort Steve! - [Wirral multi-terrain race 4 arrowe park](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/wirral-multi-terrain-race-4-arrowe-park/) - Hi all Results now out for the final Wirral MT Race of the year at Arrowe park For full results of all the races please see www.stevesaunders.co.uk Arrowe Park race results Mens 42nd Ian Landucci 29.04 73rd Paul Porter 31.06 79th Roy Gaskill 31.21 85th Geoff Shaw 31.50 102nd Adrian Jackson 33.17 Ladies 25th Carol - [Nutrition for endurance athletes course](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/nutrition-for-endurance-athletes-course/) - NUTRITION FOR ENDURANCE ATHLETES: on November 30, at Knutsford Leisure Centre, (6.30pm start). Book your place on the above FREE course by ringing Vicky Huyton: 07738402931 Coordinator - Vicky Huyton vicky.huyton@sportcheshire.org 07738 402931 (joint coordinator with Merseyside Athletics Network) - [Sandstone trail results 2nd oct 2011](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/sandstone-trail-results-2nd-oct-2011/) - Results now available for the club favourite Sandstone Trail Races ably organised by our very own Geoff Shaw http://www.deeside-orienteering-club.org.uk/sstrail/ Brilliant running from Chris Baynham-Hughes saw him cruise to a top ten finish in the ‘A’ race with a time not seen by a Helsby runner for many years. Keep up the training Chris! Other strong - [Four villages now full](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/four-villages-now-open-for-entries/) - 20 Jan — race full, cancellations taken, transfers closed. Parking information http://helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/halfmarathon/parking2012.htm. Have a great race, rain or shine! The tweak to the course in mile 2 is here: http://tinyurl.com/runhelsby Continue on A56 briefly, next left opposite pub, rejoin Village Rd.. - [Long trail series 2011](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/long-trail-series-2011/) - Sunday's DEE Sandstone Trail A Race brought this year's Long Trail series to a close, and here are the results: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Points Men Andy Robinson 20 20 20 19 20 80 Ed Halliwell 19 18 20 19 76 Chris Baynham-Hughes 19 20 39 David Feakes 20 17 37 Ian - [Henley ironman report - Dave Madders](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/henley-ironman-report-dave-madders/) - Mike (Searle) Thanks for the amazing write up. I think Ivan and I probably both thought that as the marathon is such a low key portion of the ironman most of the other club members wouldn’t really be too interested in our tales but I'll put a few words together to try and describe just - [Cheshire aa road racing gp results & handicap results](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/cheshire-aa-road-racing-gp-results-handicap-results/) - Hi all Please find attached a link to the Cheshire AA Road Race GP results. http://www.cheshireaa.com/Results/RRGP/cheshire_road_race_grand_prix_2011.aspx Cheshire AA each year choose a series of races for all Cheshire runners. Sutton 6 was the last race so final standings are now available. Alongside these results, Cheshire AA also produce a handicap scheme which is useful to - [Wirral MT race 3 results - thurstaston](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/wirral-mt-race-3-results-thurstaston/) - Hi all Please find attached link to the results for Race 3 of the Wirral MT series. “Please find attached copy of latest results which can also be found on http://www.btinternet.com/~steve.saunders/ss/mt/2011/mtrace3_11.pdf See you all at the last race and the presentation. Please remind all runners that the series is the best 3 out of 4 - [Helsby's Ironmen](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsbys-ironmen/) - Hi everyone I think that it has probably escaped most club members notice but we have amongst our number, 2 pioneering athletes who have competed in and successfully completed (in very impressive times) what is arguably the most arduous event in the calendar. Many club members will have completed a marathon who I’m sure like - [Wirral mt race 2 results - Harrison drive](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/wirral-mt-race-2-results-harrison-drive/) - Hi all Results now out for last Tuesdays ever so slightly breezy beach run at Harrison Drive nr Wallasey. Some great results placing Helsby runners in the podium rankings for age categories. Full results link here: http://www.btinternet.com/~steve.saunders/ss/mt/2011/mtrace2_11.pdf Current rankings here: (note this will be best three races out of the four) http://www.btinternet.com/~steve.saunders/ss/mt/2011/overall.pdf Helsby placings on - [Guilden sutton six](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/guilden-sutton-six/) - A new race to me, and a good one. This long-standing race started life as a 6 miler and later mutated into a metric 10k. Well organised by West Cheshire, with kilometre markers all the way around, making it easy to gauge your efforts. Starting in the village, with the now traditional 'traffic management' faff, - [Wirral MT race 1 royden park results](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/wirral-mt-race-1-royden-park-results-2/) - Results out for the first September multi-terrain race at Royden Park This race was a lap of the field, followed by a trail run through the woods and then over the red rocks and back through the woods, a two lap course. We did have a little rain on the night but considering the possible - [Wirral multi terrain series](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/wirral-multi-terrain-series/) - 6th, Royden Park, Frankby, 7.00pm 13th, Beach, Harrison Drive, Wallasey 7.00pm 20th, Wirral Country Park, Thurstaston 6.30pm 27th, Arrowe Country Park, 6.30pm - [King John's castle - new fell race 24th sept 2011](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/king-johns-castle-new-fell-race-24th-sept-2011/) - New Fell Race 4.6 miles, 865ft ascent at 11am on 24th September 2011 King John’s Castle Fell Race From The Raven Inn (http://www.raveninn.co.uk/) Llanarmon yn Ial (Map ref 190562) nr Mold The course is suitable for all abilities & marked for the whole distance £4 entry fee payable on the day For further details contact - [Helsby 3 Peaks Challenge](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-3-peaks-challenge-2/) - Having been tied up most weekends this summer with a major DIY project my running had to take a bit of a back seat. So with the prospects of the first free weekend for sometime coming up I decided to make the most of the opportunity and get some training in ready for the Sandstone - [Born to run - Cabbalo Blanco talk in chester 30/09/11](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/born-to-run-cabbalo-blanco-talk-in-chester-300911/) - For those interested in ultras, of if you know of anyone who might be, was informed by Sharon (Tattenhall) that Caballo Blanco author of 'Born to Run' is doing a talk in Chester end of September, ticket price ten pounds, Friday 30th September 2011 - Chester University Conference Centre, Parkgate Road, Chester, CH1 4BJ http://caballoblanco.weebly.com/info.htmlhttp://caballoblanco.weebly.com/buy-tickets.htmlThe PresentationMicah's talk - [Capenhurst 5k results 24th august 2011](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/capenhurst-5k-results-24th-august-2011/) - Results available for the concrete playground that was the midweek sports special @ the Capenhurst 5k, 24th August The flat course and with support from Joe, Mario & Steph meant some good times were achieved by the nine whooshing green vests with another 1st for Albert Berry. Times for Helsby runners as below but full - [Midweek awayday at Chunal Fell](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/midweek-awayday-at-chunal-fell/) - Inspired by Phil's Hathersage birthday bash, I wanted to have a look at some more races further West. My very first fell race was the Kinder Downfall above Hayfield and I've always had a soft spot for the Peak. So that was how I came to be racing Chunal Fell on Wednesday. This seemingly innocuous hill packed - [Fouless de fromental race report by Ed Halliwell (10km)](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/fouless-de-fromental-race-report-by-ed-halliwell-10km/) - FOULEES DE FROMENTAL (10km) Strides of Fromental I think, but Foulees could equally be fools as it turned out. I did this race on the middle Saturday of my holiday near Limoges. It took a bit of planning as you need a medical certificate to run in France but I thought it would be fun - [Race the train, towyn, LD counter](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/race-the-train-towyn-ld-counter/) - After a Friday evening sat around the fire keeping warm at Cae Du (a gem of a camp site overlooking the sea, recommended by Jane) and a lesuirely morning dolphin and seal spotting from the campsite, we were all raring to go waiting for the 2:05 Taly-Lynn train to raise its head of steam and - [Ponderosa helsby fell counter 11 results 10th aug 2011](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/ponderosa-helsby-fell-counter-11-results-10th-aug-2011/) - Hi all Please find attached results for the recent Ponderosa Hilly 4 Mile Helsby Fell Counter http://wrexhamathleticclubraceinfo.webs.com/racenewsupdates.htm A wet and windy night at the Ponderosa did not deter the Helsby runners for the Penultimate race in the Helsby 2011 Fell series. Once again the ladies shone in the prizes, with Jane and Rachel collecting bottles - [Great Warford 10 mile results (Road Counter 10)](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/great-warford-10-mile-results-road-counter-10/) - Results from the Warford 10 mile race can be found on the attached link. http://www.race-results.co.uk/results/2011/index.php 5 green vests toed the line for this 3 lap course which finishes in the grounds of the David Lewis centre in Great Warford. A nice breeze helped to keep the temperature down on what otherwise might have been - [Gyrn gallop fell counter results 30th july 2011](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/gyrn-gallop-fell-counter-results-30th-july-2011/) - Results are now up for Gyrn Gallop, Rhiwlas nr Oswestry http://www.oswestryolympians.co.uk/seniors/senior_homepage.htm This was our 10th Fell Counter of the season which was only a few days after the Green Green Grass, a week last Saturday on 30th July, which possibly accounted for the lower turnout that at previous races of 5 Green vests This is - [Pie and Peas 5m road counter results, wed 4th aug 2011](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/pie-and-peas-5m-road-counter-results-wed-4th-aug-2011/) - Hi all Please find attached a link to the provisional results for the Helsby Road Counter Pie and Peas 5, Wed 4th August 2011 http://www.valeroyalathleticclub.co.uk/Pie%20&%20Peas%202011%20results.pdf A list of prize winners on the night can be found on the Vale Royal website here http://www.valeroyalathleticclub.co.uk/ With our best road showing to date this year of 14 green - [Steve Mitchell at the AAA world trials](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/steve-mitchell-at-the-aaa-world-trials/) - Great to see Steve in action at the 1500m worlds trials in Birmingham this weekend. Last time I saw him was whilst doing hill reps on Frodsham Hill (hill of champions that, eh Andy?). I had to do a double take when they panned along the line up and there he was. It's easy to - [New compression wear supplier](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/new-compression-wear-supplier/) - I know some of you have been experimenting with compression wear - socks, shorts, etc. These have started to gain more widespread popularity recently, but the cost has often been steep, so this email received recently looks interesting... RedVenom.co.uk Ltd are the newest company to launch into the compression market. Based in the NE our high - [September wirral multi-terrain series 2011 dates & info](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/september-wirral-multi-terrain-series-2011-dates-info/) - Dates now out for the September Wirral MT Series All varied terrain, some trail, some wood, some beach, some fields Entry Fee £1 a race, club vest only Fully recommended, not many midweek races after this till Spring! Club series so all runners really help in the clubs league position 6th, Royden Park, Frankby, 7.00pm - [Green green grass of home fell counter results 27th july 2011](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/green-green-grass-of-home-fell-counter-results-27th-july-2011/) - Hi all ‘The Green Green Grass of Home’, sounds like a pleasant evening run over the gentle rolling fields of Wales stated new fell runner Jayne before having a go at this popular midweek Moel Famau escapade. Full commendation also goes to new Helsby member Adrian who only popped to the club to see if - [Joss Naylor Challenge](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/joss-naylor-challenge/) - He's done it! Andy Robinson writes: Joss Naylor Lakeland Challenge, 22 July 2011 This was the run I’d been training for since the beginning of January. It was why I’ve been running reps up and down Frodsham Hill, and why I’ve been running longer events than usual all year. My first attempt at the end - [Pie and peas 5 course change](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/pie-and-peas-5-course-change/) - For those that may not have received this email or have not yet entered the Pie and Peas, a notification that only 60 places are left (as of 22nd July) and that there will a course change for this year To all entrants of the Pie & Peas 5 The usual Pie & - [20% off evening, Up and Running](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/20-off-evening-up-and-running/) - Up and Running in Liverpool have been in touch with news of a discount and promotions evening for club runners only (they're at 28 Bold Street, Tel: 0151 707 6676)... We are opening late on the evening of Thursday 28th July until 8pm and would like to invite you and your members to come down and - [Burtonwood 5 mile results 16th july 2011](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/burtonwood-5-mile-results-16th-july-2011/) - Please find attached full results for the 8th Helsby Road Counter of the season, the Burtonwood 5mile, Saturday 16th July 2011 http://www.spectrumstriders.org.uk/other-races/burtonwood-5-mile-race/2011-results Managing to dodge the rain but still fighting hard against the wind were the following: 16th Adair Broughton 29.28 64th Geoff Shaw 35.33 71st Carol Shaw 37.40 98th Janet Shaw 43.07 Thanks also to - [Druid fell counter results 13th july 2011](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/druid-fell-counter-results-13th-july-2011/) - The Druid. A record turnout for Helsby with 19 Helsby vests participating in this Clywydian Wednesday night jaunt, race two in this particular north Wales series and race eight of our club counters. So how do we look at this race? The blue sky with only the slightest wisp of cloud, the rolling green hills - [Forest park 5k results 6th july 2011](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/forest-park-5k-results-6th-july-2011/) - Results are already out for the ladies only 5k held Wednesday 06th July, Forest Park, Birchwood With a high standard of runners, partly due to this race being part of the Cheshire Grand Prix series, and on what was a drizzly night some great performances in the green vest which saw all Helsby runners comfortably - [2011/12 borders league dates](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/201112-borders-league-dates/) - Some early dates for your diaries, next winter's borders league dates and venues: 16/09 Prestatyn 13/11 Wallasey 11/12 Tattenhall 08/01 Abergele 26/02 Wrexham Tri 11/03 Helsby 25/04 Deestriders (presentation evening). You'll note we're hosting the March event. Start making those sandwiches! - [Happy birthday Phil!](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/happy-birthday-phil/) - I'm sure he won't mind us mentioning it, but club stalwart Phil Gillard is now Officially Old. Choosing to celebrate his move up into a new V50 category with a run out at Hathersage last night, old age clearly seems to be working well for him. Phil's had a good year so far and a - [Next fell counter 13 july, druid](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/druid-counte/) - The next Helsby Fell Counter is on Wednesday 13th July @7.30pm, ‘The Druid’ (AS) near Moel Famau with details available here www.wfra.org.uk - [Penny Lane 10k results 3rd july 2011](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/penny-lane-10k-results-3rd-july-2011/) - Hi all Provisional results are out for the Penny Lane Striders 10k , available from the race organisers 10k race page as below (with photos to follow) http://pennylanestridersrunningclub.co.uk/PLS10kRace.aspx A blue sky beckoned for the 5 Helsby runners who crossed the Mersey for this one. A well organised race, plenty of support along the way and - [Summer hill handicap june 2011](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/summer-hill-handicap/) - Many thanks to Phil for having the vision to get this thing going, thanks also to Richard and Bev for the feast afterwards. And also to everyone else who helped out marshalling, taking pics, etc. Congratulations to Lesley for a triumphal run! Report from Phil below Generally we all know our position in a race, - [Lymm 5k results 2011](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/lymm-5k-results-2011/) - Hi all Please find attached results for the Lymm 5k Helsby road counter Saturday 25th June http://www.spectrumstriders.org.uk/our-races/lymm-5k/2011-results It appears only Helsby runners with the surname Shaw were allowed to participate in this event Helsby positions and times below 116th Geoff Shaw 21.35 137th Carol Shaw 22.21 221st Janet Shaw 26.08 It should also be mentioned - [Tattenhall tough team challenge 2011 results](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/tattenhall-tough-team-challenge-2011-results/) - Hi all Please find attached results for the club favourite Tattenhall Tough Team Challenge. The results have not yet appeared on the website but should soon be updated and available here at the link below. Results can already be found as an excel attachment on the forum. http://www.tattenhallrunners.com/21.html A great turnout of the green vest - [Moel y Gamelin](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/moel-y-gamelin-2/) - I think most who turned up here had done it before, which is curious really because you'd think knowing what was coming up would be a severe disincentive to coming back. Always a tough race with around 2400' of climbing spread across 5 or more tops and 9.5 miles. The Llantysilio ridge is a real - [Warrington 10k results thursday 23rd june 2011](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/warrington-10k-results-thursday-23rd-june-2011/) - Please find attached results for the recent Warrington 10k http://www.warringtonroadrunners.co.uk/WRR10kResults2011.html Five out for Helsby with new members Jayne and John (who are both clearly benefitting from Joe’s Monday night track sessions) having great runs. Geoff Shaw leading the Helsby charge; Helsby positions and places as follows 105th Geoff Shaw 44.40 123rd Jayne Joy - [Can't swim, can't ride, can't run](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/cant-swim-cant-ride-cant-run/) - Author Andy Holgate has been in touch: Hi - I’ll be appearing this Saturday 25th June at Waterstones in Liverpool One signing copies of my best selling triathlon book “Can’t Swim, Can’t Ride, Can’t Run” The book tells my story of how I went from a 19 stone couch potato to completing my first Ironman race - [Helsby summer series current standings](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-summer-series-current-standings-2/) - Now that the summer series for both the roads and fells is well under way I thought it was about time that I provided an update. We have already had 5 races in the road series, but for those who haven't done one yet there are still plenty more to have a go at. Next - [Dunham massey 5k results 17th June 2011](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/dunham-massey-5k-results-17th-june-2011/) - Hi all Five Helsby vests out for the Friday night 5k at Dunham Massey 17th June 2011, with Geoff Shaw leading the charge Dunham Massey Full Results can be found at the link below http://www.ukresults.net/2011/dunham2.html Helsby Position and times as follows 86th Geoff SHAW 21.04 106th Janet ROBERTSON 21.56 116th Carol SHAW - [White bear way, Adlington — long trail series](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/white-bear-way-adlington-long-trail-series/) - Ed Halliwell writes: White Bear Way, Adlington (21m) This was a Long Distance Walkers Association (LDWA) event, organised by the local Scout troop. 40 people (17 runners and 23 walkers) were taking on a pretty flat 10 mile route, while 86 people (12 runners and 74 walkers) went for the full 21 miles. The route - [Mersey tunnel 10 results 2011](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/mersey-tunnel-10-results-2011/) - Hi all Two Helsby runners out at last weekends Mersey Tunnel 10k which had a large field of over 2800 runners Tunnel 10k race information here http://tunnel10k.runliverpool.org.uk Full results here http://www.tdl.ltd.uk/results.php?checked=1&race_id=718&submit_x=151 Helsby position and times as below 880th Christoper Igoe 49.35 974th John Gallon 50.24 Well done And why not join in - [Up the beast](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/up-the-beast/) - Last night's fell counter 'Up the Beast' (they seem to be dropping the prefix 'Trail Race', and rightly so!) was by turns, a roaring success, an eye opener, a great debut, or a right torment. Depending on who you were. I lost count, but I think we had 13 Helsby vests out last night, which - [Tattenhall tough team challenge recce wed 15th june 6.45pm](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/tattenhall-tough-team-challenge-recce-wed-15th-june-6-45pm/) - It’s June, the trails are erupting with lush vegetation, sunny skies and light nights are here again and the longest day is approaching. And of course that means only one thing . . . The classic Tattenhall Tough Team Race will soon be here (Friday 24 June, 1915). Traditionally I like to organise (in the - [Birkenhead park open 5 mile results 8th june 2011](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/birkenhead-park-open-5-mile-results-8th-june-2011/) - Hi all Results for the three laps, Birkenhead Open 5mile, one of our Road Club Counters can be found here http://www.wirralac.co.uk/PDF%20Files/Birkenhead%20Park%20Road%20Races/BP2011.pdf or click on www.wirralac.co.uk and scroll to the bottom of the page 5 Helsby Runners out for the evening and positions and times as below. 18th Adair Broughton 28.55 39th Ian Landucci 30.55 - [Bowdon 5k results thursday 9th june 2011](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/bowdon-5k-results-thursday-9th-june-2011/) - Hi all Please find attached latest results for the Bowden 5k Thursday 09/06/11 http://www.ukresults.net/2011/bowdon5k.html Another storming run sees Janet Robertson gain 1st in her category to follow on from her Dunham Massey 5k win. 136th Janet Robertson 22.20 Well done Janet Regards Adair - [Sandstone trail 2011 — Deeside version](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/sandstone-trail-2011-deeside-version/) - As if the excitement of last month's Challenge event wasn't enough, Geoff Shaw lets us know that entries for the splendidly enjoyable Deeside Orienteering version of this event open shortly... Sandstone Trail races on 2nd October 2011 open on 1st July 2011. Details of the 17 mile A race from Duckington to Delamere and the - [Deestriders off-road grand prix race 1 results](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/deestriders-off-road-grand-prix-race-1-results/) - Hi all Results for Race 1 of the 4 Race Deestriders Off Road Grand Prix are now available http://www.deestridersrunningclub.net/results/offroad2011.aspx This race is a roughly 5m multi-terrain race that takes in some playing fields, track & woods and with a course that changes slightly each year. Three Helsby runners were showing the green vest at this - [Abersoch 10k results](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/abersoch-10k-results/) - Hi all Well done to Jane and Kevin flying the flag for Helsby at the Abersoch 10k held 04th June 2011. Jane secured 5th in category and 7th lady overall. 54th Jane Ashbrook 44.38 379th Kevin Bell 65.21 Full results here. http://www.abersoch10k.com/results and photos of the day at Mick Hall’s site http://www.mickhall-photos.com/mp_includes/body.asp Regards Adair - [Welsh 1000m peaks race results](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/welsh-1000m-peaks-race-results/) - Hi Results now available for the classic Welsh 1000m Peaks race on the Welsh Fell Runners website http://www.wfra.org.uk/ Helsby’s Chris Baynham-Hughes, on what was a very warm day, ran the course which is also known as the Snowdonia Summits marathon in a brilliant 5 hours 40 minutes which secured him, in a championship race, 52nd - [Championship records at the northern vets league leigh sports village](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/championship-records-at-the-northern-vets-league-leigh-sports-village/) - Hi all The legend that is Joe Beswick obtained two championship records at Leigh Sports Village on 16th May 2011 See the results here http://www.nvac.co.uk/NVAC%20Results/2011/NVAC_T&F_Champs_2011.htm Records were obtained in the Javelin and Discuss for his age category Be sure to congratulate him when you see him. Thanks to Mario for keeping me informed about the - [Hollins green 5k results](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/hollins-green-5k-results/) - Hi all Please find attached results for the Hollins Green 5k held on a rather warm Saturday afternoon http://www.spectrumstriders.org.uk/our-races/hollins-green-5k/2011-results Once again some strong performances from Helsby with Janet Robertson taking 1st place in her category. Helsby times and placings below 120th Carol Shaw 22.43 121st Janet Robertson 22.47 166th - [Helsby running club forum](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-running-club-forum/) - Hi there - Please find a link to the NEW Helsby Running Club Forum http://helsbyrunningclub.proboards.com/index.cgi There's a link on the right hand side of the blog for ease of finding. Here you can freely discuss about your races, about training and equipment and even ask advice or why not just visit the General section for a little - [Pie and peas 5 entries now open](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/pie-and-peas-5-entries-now-open/) - Hi all Thanks to Gareth Boyd for being on the ball and letting us know that entries are now open for the Pie and Peas 5, Wednesday August 3rd 2011. This is one of Helsby's most popular road counters and due to it's limit of 300 runners may well be worth getting your entry in early - [Mynydd myfyr fell counter results 30th may 2011](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/mynydd-myfyr-fell-counter-results-30th-may-2011/) - Hi all Please find attached a link to the results for the 4th Fell counter of the season the Mynydd Myfyr Hill race at Trefonen nr Oswestry 30th May 2011. On what is normally a sunny day for this event the Helsby runners were instead treated to slight drizzle and cloudy skies but it did - [Deestriders off-road grand prix series 2011](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/deestriders-off-road-grand-prix-series-2011/) - Hi all Just a reminder that Thursday 2nd June sees the 1st race in this years Deestriders summer multi-terrain series. More information here http://www.deestridersrunningclub.net/Fixtures/entryform_2011.pdf Races are all about 5 miles on trail and fields and can be entered as a series or individually. All dates here Thursday 2 June 7.30pm Thursday 7 July 7.30pm Thursday - [Three peaks yacht race 2010 september article in running fitness](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/three-peaks-yacht-race-2010-september-article-in-running-fitness/) - Please find attached some links to three scanned pages from last Septembers Running Fitness magazine which featured an article on our intrepid and now legendary runners, sailors & cyclists Jackie, Trevor and Phil who not only attempted but finished well in last years Three Peaks Yacht Race Read all about it..... Rob Howard's article 'Hardly - [Dunham massey 5k results 27th may 2011](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/dunham-massey-5k-results-27th-may-2011/) - Hi all Please find attached results for the Dunham Massey 5k Friday May 27th 2011 http://www.ukresults.net/2011/dunham1.html Five runners out for Helsby with positions and times below 96th Geoff SHAW 20.32 135th Janet ROBERTSON 21.46 139th Vanessa GRIFFITHS 21.55 149th Carol SHAW 22.17 201st Janet SHAW 25.48 Joe was also out on the night - [Scottish islands peak race sunday 13th may](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/scottish-islands-peak-race-sunday-13th-may/) - Scottish Islands Peak Race 100% powered by sail and running legs! Sailing 160 miles – Running 61 miles – Climbing 14000ft Sunday 13th May 2011- Return of the Silver Surfers aboard Yacht Josephine An excellent report by Jackie at the link below (word document) Scottish Islands Peaks Race Report For a full movie report ctrl - [Mynydd mawr hill run details 30th may 2011 fell counter race 4](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/mynydd-mawr-hill-run-details-30th-may-2011-fell-counter-race-4/) - Hi all This coming Bank Holiday sees our 4th Fell Counter, the Mynydd Mawr Hill Run. This has been a club favourite for a number of years, partly due to the short 4 mile course! with lots of support for what is a low key race but mainly due to the friendly atmosphere and refreshments - [Comberbach fete 5k results helsby road counter 22nd may 2011](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/comberbach-fete-5k-results-helsby-road-counter-22nd-may-2011/) - Hi all Please find attached a link to results for the Comberbach Fete 5k race on Sunday 22nd May, one of our road club counters. http://www.ukresults.net/2011/comberbach.html A small friendly race for charity that proves popular with Helsby runners run around the trails of Marbury Country Park. Positions and times for the ten Helsby runners below. - [New photo gallery on flickr](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/new-photo-gallery-on-flickr/) - We now have a photo gallery on flickr — take a look... http://www.flickr.com/photos/runhelsby - [Sandstone trail challenge](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/sandstone-trail-challenge/) - Wow, what a great success! Proper write up soon, but for now it's enough to say the event ran really smoothly and if the number of smiles at the end says anything, was one of the best of it's kind. Full results Loads of pictures starting to appear here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/runhelsby Adair came in for the home - [Sandstone trail challenge - marshall's pre-run](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/sandstone-trail-challenge-marshalls-pre-run/) - Chris Baynham-Hughes writes: Date: Wednesday 4th May. For some of us the decision to run the trail goes back further than this, but for Ed the decision was made on the 4th. The evening started so innocently with Ed driving us to the Dinas Bran fell race, but during a discussion about the impending end - [Rainow 5 race results 11th May 2011 counter 3](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/rainow-5-race-results-11th-may-2011-counter-3/) - Hi all Please find attached for the third fell counter, the Rainow 5, which was held on Wednesday 11th May. A Mild night with excellent running conditions underfoot saw some fast times for all. This 5 mile race is from the quiet village of Rainow to White Nancy and back. Full results here with Helsby - [Sandstone trail challenge — ready for take off!](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/sandstone-trail-challenge-ready-for-take-off/) - Well the planning is in its final stages, the water jugs ready and the coach is warming up. 127 runners and walkers are thinking about which t-shirt to wear, whether and where to vaseline, which shoes to use and how many packets of jelly babies they need to buy. After a lot of hard graft - [Chester half marathon results sunday 15th may](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/chester-half-marathon-results-sunday-15th-may/) - Hi all Helsby featured 13 runners from the 2161 finishers at the Chester Half on Sunday. Well done to all taking part in a windy and drizzly May morning. Full results for the Chester half are available at www.ukresults.net Helsby positions and ‘chip’ times as below 20th Adair Broughton 01:19:21 238th Colin Scarisbrick 01:34:35 268th - [Thurstaston multi-terrain race results - tuesday 10th may 2011](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/thurstaston-multi-terrain-race-results-tuesday-10th-may-2011/) - Results now attached for the Thurstaston 6 mile multi-terrain challenge held on Tuesday 10th May 2011 http://www.btinternet.com/~steve.saunders/ss/mt/2011/mtchallenge_11.pdf Although not run for the past couple of years this popular Wirral race sees a variety of terrain including some road, beach, trail and wood with many local clubs represented and very similar to the multi-terrain series held - [Helsby Running Club AGM - Wednesday 25th May 2011](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-running-club-agm-wednesday-25th-may-2011/) - We hereby issue notification of the Helsby Running Club Annual General Meeting to be held on Wednesday 25th May, open to all members of HRC. The meeting will commence after the club run at either 8:15pm and details will be circulated nearer the event. If you have a proposal or issue you would like to - [Dinas bran results - fell counter race 2 may 4th 2011](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/dinas-bran-results-fell-counter-race-2-may-4th-2011/) - Hi all Results for Dinas Bran 4th May, Race 2 of our Fell series are now attached. I’ve been informed they will be placed on the Ysgol Dinas Bran website found here http://www.dinasbran.co.uk/ An impressive showing of 11 green vests (which would roughly amount to 20% of the field) from 51 made sure this was - [Rainow race 3 fell series wed 11th may 7.30pm](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/rainow-race-3-fell-series-wed-11th-may-7-30pm/) - Hi all Just a reminder that tonight Wednesday 11th May sees our 3rd Race in the Fell series, the 7.30pm kick-off at Rainow. Directions/address for race registration Rainow Institute, Stocks Lane, Rainow, Macclesfield SK10 5XR Details of the race on the fellrunner website below http://www.fellrunner.org.uk/races.php?id=1340 As you can see, at 5 miles and only 750ft - [Christleton 5k results - helsby road counter 3](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/christleton-5k-results-helsby-road-counter-3/) - Hi all Please find attached results for Race 3 of the Road Counters, the fast and flat Christleton 5k. In a very strong field of 214 runners 7 Helsby runners decided to stick on the green vest Helsby position and times below 47th BROUGHTON, Adair 0:17:25 73rd LANDUCCI, Ian 0:18:29 131st SHAW, Geoff 0:20:45 154th - [Border league race 7 wrexham plus final standings](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/border-league-race-7-wrexham-plus-final-standings/) - Hi all Please find attached the results for the final Border League race at Wrexham 27th April, 4 Miles approx, a rather fast and flat course. 12 Helsby vests made the final counter so thanks to everyone who raced or has participated in any of this series of races. In terms of team positions, after - [Race report — coniston fell race](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/race-report-coniston-fell-race/) - Coniston Fell Race (AM 9miles 3500') 30 April 2011 I took the opportunity to squeeze in the second fell race of my career while camping over the bank holiday weekend. After the Edale Skyline, my friend from the Lakes kept on referring to the concept of a 'proper Cumbrian fell race', and this one certainly - [Fell counter 2 - Dinas Bran @ llangollen 6.45 wed 4th may](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/fell-counter-2-dinas-bran-llangollen-6-45-wed-4th-may/) - Hi all Here is a link to some more information about the Dinas Bran race, Race 2 of our summer ‘Fell Race’ series this Wednesday @ Llangollen 6.45pm http://www.fellrunner.org.uk/races.php?id=1014 At 4.3 miles and with total climbing of 1100ft it would be a great introduction to hill or fell running. With a laid back atmosphere and - [Run the bridge 5mile results - road counter 2](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/run-the-bridge-results-road-counter-2/) - Hi all Please find attached the preliminary results for the 2nd Helsby Road Race counter, Run the Bridge 5 Mile, held on Sunday 24th April. An earlier start than most races at 9.30am but still warm and it was a bit of a novelty running over the bridge faster than most cars appear to cross - [Final border league race wed 27th april - wrexham ind estate 7pm](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/final-border-league-race-wed-27th-april-wrexham-ind-estate-7pm/) - Hi all Wednesday 27th April sees the final Border League Race of the 2010/2011 season. This is a shorter and flatter course than the other Border League races at just over 6km http://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/32594708 Please note the assumed start time is 7.00pm so for those wishing to car share I’d suggest meeting at the club at - [Coniston 14 race report](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/coniston-14-race-report/) - Coniston 14, Saturday 9th April 2011 Report by Dave Feakes The Coniston 14 is probably the most beautiful road race in Britain. Each year it attracts some 1600 runners and this year Helsby Running Club were represented by Jackie Keasley, Lesley Feakes and David Feakes. For next year’s entry please see http://www.coniston14.co.uk The hilly route - [Llantisilio fell counter results](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/llantisilio-fell-counter-results-coming-soon/) - Please find attached the results for Race 1 of the Helsby Summer Fell Series, the Llantisilio Mountain Race nr Llangollen. This race at 6.2 Miles and 2100ft is set in some brilliant scenery and fairly unforgiving on what was a hot April Saturday. With over 90 runners on the start line including five green vests, - [Sandstone trail - 9th April](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/sandstone-trail-9th-april/) - Sandstone challenge – 9th April The day dawned sunny and clear, not a cloud in sight. The hottest day of the year so far. A good day for heading to the beach or alternatively to Whitchurch for a 34 mile trail run. Just time for a picture for the charity, then off we go Nice - [Chester spring 5 - provisional results](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/chester-spring-5-provisional-results/) - Chester spring 5 provisional results are now online here: http://www.westcheshireac.co.uk/roadracing/spring5 25th 29:34 BROUGHTON, Adair 43rd 31:03 LANDUCCI, Ian Edward 113th 34:29 ASHBROOK, Jane E 128th 35:11 BOYD, Gareth 144th 35:52 SHAW, Geoff 180th 37:26 ROBERTSON, Janet 185th 37:40 SHAW, Carol 238th 40:11 KEASLEY, Jacqueline 268th 41:33 MEAKIN, Alison 304th 43:55 SHAW, Janet 308th 44:24 HAWKER, - [Monday night track training](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/monday-night-track/) - Track training can now begin in earnest! Joe has kindly been to check the track and has let us know he will begin the Monday night track training sessions from 11th April at 7.00pm Helsby High School. Everyone is welcome of all abilities, sessions last about half an hour More details to follow - [Steph Charman champ of cheshire!](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/steph-charman-champ-of-cheshire/) - Just a quick Big Up for Steph Charman, ex of this parish, whom many of you will know. She came away from the Cloud 9 fell race (and Cheshire Championship race) with her age category. Well done Steph! And looking at the results, Mick Charman has also made a return to racing! Go well Mick. - [Monday hill training](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/monday-hill-training/) - Andy Robinson writes to let us know about a new service from the club for slackers, part-timers, the retired and the non-gainfully employed[1] ...the Monday morning hill session. The format is simple: Monday mornings, 9:30, at the corner of the woods above the Ring o' Bells, Overton (Frodsham). Look for Middle Walk on the map, just - [Birchwood north west xc race 6 results](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/birchwood-north-west-xc-race-6-results/) - Hi all Please find attached the ‘belated’ results for the 6th and final race of the North West Cross Country League which was held at Birchwood 5th March 2011. Helsby positions as follows. 9th Adair Broughton 47th Steve Riley 51st Phil Gillard 54th Gareth Boyd 58th Andy Smith 7th Janet Robertson 12th Rachel Arnold Full - [Sandstone trail challenge Sat 21 May - help needed!](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/sandstone-trail-challenge-sat-21st-may-help-needed/) - We need volunteers to help us on the day of the Sandstone Trail Challenge event that we're organising in May. We need around 20 people, the majority to man the checkpoints between Whitchurch and Frodsham, but also we'll need help in other areas, such as ferrying retired participants back to Frodsham Community Centre, and help - [Fancy some off road running....?](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/fancy-some-off-road-running/) - Fancy some fell or off road running? http://www.englandathletics.org/events.asp?itemTitle=Coach+and+Athlete+Development+Day§ion=31&itemid=6105 Summary: The day will involve a mixture of theory and practical sessions guiding you on the best techniques, kit and exercises for off-road running. No matter what ability you are we can cater for you. COME PREPARED FOR ALL WEATHER!! The next event for the Cheshire Network is - [Border league race 6 results - deeside](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/border-league-race-6-results/) - Thanks to all those who ran at the Border League Race on Sunday. A short course of 4.5 miles but with a decent hill to test the legs and lungs and even a synthetic running track lap for those with a pacy finish to a race. Positions and times attached. Congratulations to Janet Shaw for - [Edale skyline virgin view](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/edale-skyline-virgin-view/) - Edward Halliwell writes about his very first fell event... Sunday 27th March saw my first fell race, and I decided to throw caution to the wind by starting with a biggy - 21 miles and 4000'+ of climbing. These numbers clearly instilled a good deal of respect in me, but I don't think I truly - [Jane 2nd in new NE half marathon!](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/jane-2nd-in-new-ne-half-marathon/) - This weekend saw a brand new race - the Run Northumberland Half Marathon ...and our very own Jane Ashbrook came in second female, with a time of 1:32:27. Good work Jane! http://teamdecathlon.webs.com/runnorthumberland2011.htm - [Summer 2011 Race Series Road & Fell](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/summer-2011-race-series-road-fell/) - Dear all Following on from Adair's earlier email regarding the Chester Spring Five race, please find attached the summer club championship on Roads and Fells. We hope that you'll all find something of interest in the 24 races listed and we'll look forward to some friendly rivalry in the coming months. As yet we don't - [Border League Race 6 @ Deeside Sunday 27th March](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/border-league-race-6-deeside-sunday-27th-march/) - Hi all - Just a reminder that this Sunday is the 6th and penultimate race in the Border League Series. For those not trying the Cheshire GP Wilmslow Half then this 4.5 mile Borders league race might do the trick. Directions and course map are available here: http://www.bordersleague.org.uk/ Postcode is CH5 4BR. Remember that this event is free - [Whitley 10k Cancelled](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/whitley-10k-cancelled/) - According to Spectrum Striders Website the 2011 Whitley 10k has been cancelled http://www.spectrumstriders.org.uk/news/860-whitley-10k-cancelled - [Border League Race 5 Results for Mold](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/border-league-race-5-results-for-mold-more-details-to-follow/) - Well done to everyone taking part in the 5th Border League Race at the undulating and roughly 5 mile course at Mold. Positions and times of Helsby runners as below: 28th BROUGHTON, Adair 30:13 SM 15 38th LANDUCCI, Ian 30:58 V45 6 92nd O'HARA, Jim 34:18 SM 35 110th BERRY, Albert 35:40 V65 1 127th - [Border League Race 5 Sunday 13th March @11.00am Mold Sports Centre](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/border-league-race-5-sunday-13th-march-11-00am-mold-sports-centre/) - Hi all A reminder that we have the 5th race in the 7 Race series Border League races this Sunday 13th March @11.00 am by organised by Buckley. Remember these events are free for club runners, will be between 5 and 6 miles, and anyone who runs really helps the club in its league table - [Inter-Counties XC Cofton Park Birmingham - Good Luck Jane](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/inter-counties-xc-cofton-park-birmingham-good-luck-jane/) - Good luck to Jane Ashbrook from all at Helsby who will be representing Cheshire this weekend, Saturday 5th March at the Inter-Counties XC held at Cofton Park, Birmingham. The senior womens race is due to start at 11.51am and will be available to view on BSKYB Jane has promised to wave! Full results here: http://www.thepowerof10.info/results/resultslookup.aspx Jane helped - [Last XC for the Season 6th March 10.00am Birchwood](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/last-xc-for-the-season-6th-march-10-00am-birchwood/) - your last chance to try a Cross Country event, get muddy and have tea and sandwiches and all for Free! The final XC of the season beckons this Sunday 6th March @10.00am at Birchwood Park in the Northwest XC league. Spectrum are hosting this race and all information is included here : http://www.spectrumstriders.org.uk/our-races/birchwood-cross-country-race The course - [Wilmslow half marathon places](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/wilmslow-half-marathon-places/) - The popular and quick Wilmslow half is the end of the month. It's a Cheshire GP event this year, worth thinking about if you want points in the series. The date is 27 March – 10.30am. List price is £26. Edward Halliwell has a place he can no longer use, as he'll be taking on the - [North west cross country race 5 results - walton park](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/north-west-cross-country-race-5-results-walton-park/) - Please find attached the results for Race 5 of the Northwest Cross Country. Helsby positions as follows 29th Jim Savage 52nd Andy Smith 8th Janet Robertson Well done to those taking part. Please find a link to a full copy of race results @ www.stevesaunders.co.uk Regards - [Road and Fells Championship 2011 - Decisions Meeting](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/road-and-fells-championship-2011-decisions-meeting/) - It's nearing that time of year when our club Road and Fell Championship races need to be decided. If anyone would like to add/nominate certain events to fit into the calendar then by all means let myself, Steve, Andy, Phil, Joe, Ian etc know by next Wednesday night 2nd March, as we'll hold a meeting after the - [Wirral Track Events 2011](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/wirral-track-events-2011/) - Location Bebington Oval Wirral 7.45pm Start £1.00 to enter More info Races are £1.00 to enter and start at 7.45pm Wed 23rd March 5k Wed 20th April 3k Wed 18th May 5k Wed 22nd June 1 mile Wed 20th July 10k Wed 24th Aug 5k Thur 22nd Sept 3k Wed 19th Oct 5k - [Walton Park Cross Country Sunday Feb 27th 11.00am](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/walton-park-cross-country-sunday-feb-27th-11-00am/) - Hi all This Sunday 27th February sees our penultimate Cross Country event in out Winter Championship Calendar, the Northwest XC at Walton Park Hall Sports Centre @11am Details can be found here courtesy of Spectrum Striders http://www.spectrumstriders.org.uk/club-championship/xc-a-multi-t-champs-races/644-nwsccl-5-walton-park-xc Remember, free tea, coffee and snacks available for all runners post event, and another event FREE to enter, - [Border League and Cross Country Updates - Feb 2011](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/border-league-and-cross-country-updates-feb-2011/) - With just a few races left in both the Border League and Cross Country series races I have updated the tables with the latest positions. The last few Border League Races of the season offer a great opportunity not just to support the club but also to get some excellent preparation ready for the summer - [Sandstone trail challenge 2011](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/sandstone-trail-challenge-2011/) - We're relaunching the much loved Sandstone Trail Challenge for 2011. A formidable challenge for runners and walkers alike, this event has a long history of involvement from Helsby RC and we're relaunching it as an LDWA event for the current year. Not just for runners! We're a running club, but this an event for walkers - [We're on twitter!](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/were-on-twitter/) - If you're a twitterer, this will be exciting news to you. If not, you might wonder what all the fuss is about. Anyway, we're on there. Keep in touch with Helsby news, spread the word. Follow us, tell all your friends! http://twitter.com/runhelsby - [Four villages buffs now on eBay](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/four-villages-buffs-now-on-ebay/) - The most excellent Four Villages Buffs are now available on eBay. Already being seen around as the apres-race accessory for the discerning runner. These are genuine buffs, generally retailing at 13 or 14 quid, in a never-to-be-repeated 30th anniversary commemorative design. Fill your boots over at eBay, where you can pay the frankly ridiculous sum - [Border league race 4 results - details to follow](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/border-league-race-4-results-details-to-follow/) - Great to see so many Helsby vests on Sunday for the Christleton Border League Race Quite a cool and cloudy morning with a promise of rain but that did not seem to deter too many people. The course was slightly under 10k due to a slightly modified start, but once free of the housing estate - [Farndon 10k cancelled due to road closure cost](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/farndon-10k-cancelled-due-to-road-closure-cost/) - The Farndon 10k Road Race on 6 March has been CANCELLED. Peter Norman says the West Cheshire SAG (Safety Advisory Group - paul.riley@cheshire.pnn.police.uk ) have insisted on road closures. The costs (£1225) are too high and can't be afforded at the current race entry fees. However, the course will be marked out on the day in case anyone - [Border league race 4 info](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/border-league-race-4-info/) - Please remember this weekend sees the start of our 2011 Border League campaign, which is now on Race 4 of the series. For those who have not yet tried a Borders event note they are FREE to enter for club runners with a full range of running abilities and any position you finish in can - [Liverpool & district XC championship results](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/liverpool-district-xc-championship-results/) - Hi all - results for the weekend's Liverpool & District XC Championships held at Clarke Gardens in Liverpool. http://www.lps-athletics.co.uk/l&d/ Helsby positions and times: 48th Adair Broughton 39.32 99th Steve Riley 44.25 121st Jane Ashbrook 46.31 128th Phil Gillard 47.29 155th Jackie Keasley 53.35 It was a three lap course totalling just less than 6 miles that - [Phil Gillard wins the much coveted Helsby winter handicap](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/phil-gillard-wins-the-much-coveted-helsby-winter-handicap/) - Well done to Phil Gillard on a brilliant run to secure 1st place in the Helsby Winter Club Handicap. Final handicap placings were as follows: Handicap Position Name 1 Phil Gillard 2 Nesta Jones 3 Colin Scarisbrick 4 Graham Lloyd 5 compass 6 Janet Shaw 7 Paul Porter 8 Chris Igoe 9 Dave Hartley 10 Albert - [Shell four villages half marathon](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/shell-four-villages-half-marathon/) - Another fantastic running of this great run, now in its 30th year (that’s the same birthday as the London Marathon fact fans!). Growing from strength to strength from around a 100 runners in 1982, the race now boasts a reputation for smooth organisation, always gets great ratings, and always sells out quickly. The Helsby Half, - [NorthWest XC Race 4 Results @ Town Park 16/01/11](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/northwest-xc-race-4-results-town-park-160111/) - Hi all Please find attached results for the 4th North West XC held at Town Park 16/01/11, a distance of approximately 4.7miles Well done to all taking part in what was an overcast day with some rain once the race had finished, an undulating course, great for spectators Photos now available courtesy of Mick Charman - [Running economy dissertation](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/running-economy-dissertation/) - Hi all - If anyone would like to help out on a research dissertation regarding running economy please contact Oliver at the email below for further information Dear runner, You have been invited, as a known runner to take part in an (3rd year university dissertation) investigation into factors affecting running economy in distance runners. The investigation - [Club handicap 26th](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/club-handicap-26th/) - We missed the traditional Xmas club handicap in December because of the weather. We'll have earned some light relief after the Shell Four Village Half Marathon this weekend, so the postponed handicap will be this Wednesday (26), instead of the regular club run. It's 'bring a prize, recieve a prize' - so bring along a small - [Interesting read - training in Kenya](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/interesting-read-training-in-kenya/) - For those of you who are putting in the extra training ready for the Four Villages, or any other forthcoming race for that matter, you may wish to read about the training that second-claim Helsby runner Stephen Mitchell is currently undertaking. He’s currently at the Kip Keino training ground in Kenya and has been asked - [Town park xc](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/town-park-xc/) - This Sunday (16 Jan), Runcorn Town Park for a 10am start. Parking at Brookvale Leisure Centre, Barnfield Avenue, with a short stroll to the start. About a 4.5 mile course with tea snd sandwiches afterwards! Get in. - [L&D xc entries](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/ld-xc-entries/) - LIVERPOOL & DISTRICT CROSS COUNTRY UNION XC CHAMPIONSHIPS, Sunday 6 February 2011, 11am Clarke Gardens Hi all - If anyone would like to participate in the above XC race then please contact Adair, email h99adair@aol.com with Name and DOB and Category only. I have been asked to send the entries off ASAP so please let me know by - [Cheshire xc championships](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-ladies-vets-2nd-place-the-cheshire-championships-xc/) - Well done to everybody who took part in the Cheshire Championships XC at the weekend. It was a muddy course, designed by Julian from Spectrum, with zig-zag funnels through puddles and some disappearing and reappearing logs to jump over and many small hills to climb, on the multi-lap course at Birchwood Forest Park. It was - [Border league race 3 - non-competitive](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/border-league-race-3-non-competitive/) - Icy conditions presented themselves to the Helsby Green that showed up near Hoylake on Sunday morning. Due to this, race organisers decided to wait for the low sun to warm the race route but even after three fifteen-minute delays icy patches still prevailed. It was then decided that the race would be run but only - [Stockport 10 Race Results and Report](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/stockport-10-race-results-and-report/) - Hi all Many thanks to Ivan for his excellent race report for the Stockport 10 at the weekend. Two Helsby runners, Ivan and Dave donned the green vest and braved the cold weather for the Stockport 10. The entry sheet said the 1000 limit had been reached but it looked like a few runners drew back - [Liverpool & District XC Race 3 Results Beacon Park](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/liverpool-district-xc-race-3-results-beacon-park/) - Hi Phil Gillard, sole representative for Helsby, headed over to Beacon Park at the weekend for the third race in the competitive Liverpool & District Cross Country league 11/12/10 http://www.lps-athletics.co.uk/l&d/ Phil produced a commanding 78th place in what is a tough course, hitting the finish in 45.16 Well done to Phil Regards - [Cheshire XC Championships 8th Jan - Entries NOW](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/cheshire-xc-championships-8th-jan-entries-now/) - Hi - Saturday 8th January is the Cheshire Cross Country Championships to be held in Forest Park nr Warrington http://www.cheshireaa.com/ Information is on the link at the bottom of the page (entry form) but I can send ALL OUR ENTRIES for Helsby runners if you are interested and I’ll send a cheque to cover all - [Northwest XC Race 3 Results - Arrowe Park](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/northwest-xc-race-3-results-arrowe-park/) - Hi - Please find attached a link to the latest results in the Northwest XC series, Race 3, held @ Arrowe Park 5th December www.btinternet.com/~steve.saunders/ss/xcountry_10.htm It was a wind free and cloudless blue sky for those attempting the run and almost felt ‘warm’ after thirty plus minutes of running on the one small lap and - [Christmas activities](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/christmas-activities/) - Saturday 18th December: Joint run with Spectrum Striders over the hills from the Ring O'Bells in Frodsham. Meet 8:45 for a 9am start if you want to do 2 laps of the hill, otherwise 10:15 for a 10:30 start for just a single lap. Convene in the pub afterwards for a social get together, a pint, - [L&D xc race 2 results & Euro xc qualifier](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/ld-xc-race-2-results-euro-xc-qualifier/) - Only one runner from Helsby at this event, Phil Gillard. This was the 2nd event in the Liverpool & District XC league but incorportated one of the premier XC events of the season, the European Cross Country Trials, so the standard was exceptionally high A frosty, sunny afternoon in Liverpool with conditions underfoot being ideal for X country - hard ground in patches - [2011 long trail series](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/2011-long-trail-series/) - Andy Robinson has put together another list of longer trail runs for 2011. The dates and more details are in their own page over on the right menu >>. Or you can click here to go straight to them. Nice one Andy. - [Mike Searle - UK Trainer of the Year finalist](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/mike-searle-uk-trainer-of-the-year-finalist/) - For those that don't know.... "Local Personal Trainer and bestofchester member Mike Searle has won through to the finals of the National Fitness Awards 2010 for Personal Trainer of the Year. The National Fitness Awards cover the entire UK and are the fitness industry ‘Oscars’ - a hugely prestigious fixture in the fitness calendar. With - [Capenhurst border league](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/capenhurst-border-league/) - An almost record turnout for Helsby in recent times! 11 men and 6 women, plus Joe, Mario and dog in support. Lovely chilly morning. Two laps of the Capenhurst 5k course - a nice little route on quiet lanes. Pretty good as road runs go. Around 5.5 miles total. 29 BROUGHTON, Adair 31:09 56 LANDUCCI, - [Memories of winter runs with the girls](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/memories-of-winter-runs-with-the-girls/) - Joe Beswick Club mainstay Joe penned these lines about winter running for us some time ago. Very appropriate for the season... I always dread those winter nights when the hour 'goes back' again, the thoughts of weeks of darkness, of cold and wind and rain. Wednesday 6:30 prompt the call we hear once more — - [Clywdian hills fell counter results](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/clywdian-hills-fell-counter-results/) - Hi all - Please find attached the results for the final fell counter of 2010, the Clwydian Hills, a right toughie! For a short write-up, some photos and a link to the full results have a look at the Welsh Fell Runners website here http://www.wfra.org.uk/ Helsby positions as follows: 47th Adair Broughton 91:02 60th Jim - [XC Results Northwest League @ Clarke Gardens](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/xc-results-northwest-league-clarke-gardens/) - Hi - Please find attached results for the 2nd XC of the season, last Sunday’s Northwest Cross Country at Clarke Gardens. Four Helsby runners turned out and positions below. 11th Adair Broughton 32nd Ian Landucci 66th Steve Riley 102nd Andy Smith This unfortunately put us in last place of the men’s league. No ladies turned out - [L&D XC Race 1 Results & Info on Sefton Park Race](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/ld-xc-race-1-results-info-on-sefton-park-race/) - Hi First Liverpool & District cross country of the season at Arrowe Park, 3 laps anti-clockwise approx 6 miles, often wet underfoot but definitely not as muddy or as wet as it can be later in the season Link to results here http://www.lps-athletics.co.uk/l&d/2010_11/race1_b.pdf Only one runner for Helsby though so no team score 36th Adair Broughton 36.23 However, the - [Summer Series 2010 - THE RESULTS](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/summer-series-2010-the-results/) - Another summer series on the roads has come to a close and it's time celebrate this years champions: LADIES CHAMPION - JANET SHAW MENS CHAMPION - ADAIR BROUGHTON Well done to both of them. The full table is attached below Roads 2010 This year's series saw 28 members of the club taking part in at - [Winter race series](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/winter-race-series/) - Hopefully you'll have seen Andy's email on the winter Border's League and Cross Country series. The dates are now up on the menu over there on the right hand side and there's a reminder below. Both of these are good sets of events and a good opportunity to keep yourself fit over the winter without - [Borders League Race 1 Caernarfon 10k - Results](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/borders-league-race-1-caernarfon-10k-results/) - Please find attached links to the 1st Border League Results Beautiful day in Caernarfon on a cracking 10k course, a few undulations but nothing too spicy with a calm wind for once. Thanks once again to Joe for his support Not the best turnout for Helsby, failing to produce either a full mens - [Antrobus Cabbage 10k - Results of Final Road Counter](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/antrobus-cabbage-10k-results-of-final-road-counter/) - Hi all Final road counter was the Cabbage 10k at Antrobus, Road Race counter final standings will follow from Ian Landucci. A different approach to producing results so no positions attached but times and names apply. However Jane was 2nd lady so that is definitely worth a mention! Full results here http://www.cabbagecanter.org.uk/results Many thanks also - [Wirral MT Results Race 4 @ Arrowe Park](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/wirral-mt-results-race-4-arrowe-park/) - Hi all Hot off the press...................a few weeks late Please find attached the results for the 4th and final race of the great Wirral MT series held each Tuesday night in September, Race 4 at Arrowe Park, often used for Cross Country in the Winter season Overall we had a fabulous turnout for these events - [Sandstone trail A and B](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/sandstone-trail-a-and-b/) - Well done to everyone who ran in the Sandstone Trail races yesterday by the way, particularly Jackie for lifting the Ladies Over 50 trophy! Conditions were atrociously muddy underfoot and it didn't stop raining all day. Placings: A Race (161 finishers) 22nd Adair Broughton 2:11:01 28th Chris Baynham-Hughes 2:14:17 35th Ian Landucci 2:17:30 62nd David - [Jane at the Great North Run](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/jane-at-the-great-north-run/) - Well done to Jane Ashbrook from everyone at Helsby for finishing 11th in her category at the Great North Run as well as earning lots of money for charity! - [Wirral Multi-Terrain Results Race 3](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/wirral-multi-terrain-results-race-3/) - Hi all Wirral Multi-Terrain Race 3 Results have now been published. On what was a glorious evening, surprisingly mild and not as windy as previous years although numbers were slightly down for green vests, luckily effort wasn’t. A tough race with all that sand to contend with (about 3 miles in total) and what feels - [Padfield Plum Fair Scamper Results 2010 - Fell Counter](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/padfield-plum-fair-scamper-results-2010-fell-counter/) - Hi A little later than expected but the results have finally arrived for the Padfield Plum Fair Scamper 12th September 8 green vests were on show for Helsby in a laid back village fete, on what was a drizzly and wet morning that turned into a near blue sky for the race. Some solid competition - [Wirral multi terrain — round 3](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/wirral-multi-terrain-round-3/) - Quick update from Mario: 9 ran at Harrison Drive tonight. 5 men & 4 women: Adair 6th Ian L 45th Edward 66th Dave S 80th Geoff 109th Jackie 37th Alison 40th Janet S 42nd Betty 44th. - [Claim your running handicap](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/claim-your-running-handicap/) - Why not claim your running handicap from RunBritain http://www.runbritain.com/home/ You can see how you compare to friends or other runners or see if you are improving! - [Wirral MT Results Race 2](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/wirral-mt-results-race-2/) - Hi Please find attached the results for the second Wirral Multi-Terrain Race held last Tuesday at Wirral Country Park, Thurstaston. Link shows latest results for Race 2 and also current standings. www.btinternet.com/~steve.saunders/ss/mterrain.htm A windy prospect on the beach and some long straights of the Wirral Way did not deter the 14 runners as performances below - [Shell sutton six road raace counter results](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/shell-sutton-six-road-race-counter-results/) - Hi - Results for the penultimate Helsby Road Race Counter, the Sutton Six http://www.ukresults.net/2010/sutton6.html With seven Helsby runners and over 200 runners in total it was a good showing by the green shirts. Ian Landucci is hitting a rich vein of form for a new PB and fast improving Alex hit his first sub 40 - [Wirral multi terrain — round 2](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/wirral-multi-terrain-round-2/) - Back for more! The same stalwart crew were out last night, plus three more willing victims. Sadly Geoff was out with an eye infection, but was there in much appreciated support. We also had turn-outs from Phil, Vanessa and (small drum roll) Helen Moss ...in her very first race in a Helsby vest. Well done! - [Wirral MT Race 1 - Royden Park Results](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/wirral-mt-race-1-royden-park-results/) - Results for the first Wirral MT Race A rainy day turned into a blue sky for the first of this September’s MT Series Race held at Royden Park. A great atmosphere saw over 200 runners participate in this woody trail race at Thurstaston which included the highest number of fresh faced and keen Helsby runners - [Langdale skyline challenge](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/langdale-skyline-challenge/) - Jackie writes: Having read Andy's Sandstone Trail challenge, I feel the need to put pen to paper to share my recent day out! For a number of years now I've contemplated attempting the Langdale Skyline round. Last month I finally completed it; it was such an excellent day out I feel it is worth sharing - [Wirral multi terrain - round 1](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/wirral-multi-terrain-round-1/) - Great turnout of Helsby runners tonight and everyone seemed to finish with a smile on their face. Good to see 12 vests make the trek up the Wirral to Royden Park, for what was a surprisingly tough course given the relatively modest amount of climbing. In no particular order we had Adair, Dave S, Ian, - [Four villages half marathon 2011](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-half-marathon-2011/) - The 2011 Helsby Half is full and there's no waiting list. This is our 30th running of this fantastic event — we'd be delighted if you could help make it special. Do you have any stories big or small from the race? Something amusing from an early race? A special meaning for you? Perhaps you've run the - [Cilcain mountain race](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/cilcain-mountain-race/) - Must be 6 or 7 years since I last competed on the hills so pleased to finish first V70 at Cilcain in a time of 48.29, 117th out of 179. Other Helsby results: Daniel Chan 8th in 36.09 Jane Ashbrook 73rd in 43.42 Full results here, picture from www.cilcainshow.org.uk Roy Tunstall - [Capenhurst 5k](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/capenhurst-5k/) - Another great evening for running and a decent green turn-out. With a lot of talk of 'fast course this' before the event, the pressure was certainly on. And there were some fine results, with possibly 4 PBs on the night - not sure. Ian was certainly close to his best times, all set when he - [Race the train](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/race-the-train-results/) - Andy Robinson writes: On Saturday five of us went to Tywyn on the Welsh coast to race the train: up the valley from the coast and back for 14 miles racing the Talyllyn narrow gauge railway train. The event was a big carnival really, with a salsa band, beer tent and big crowds. As we - [Helsby summer series 2010](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-summer-series-2010/) - It's been a little while since I last updated the current standings in this years Helsby Summer Series. Since my last post things have moved on quite a bit. We now only have 2 fell races and 3 road races left to complete each of the series. Whilst the overall mens title for both the - [Sandstone trail: end to end](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/sandstone-trail-end-to-end/) - People — with no apologies for length — we have reports of not one but two remarkable achievements. Andy Robinson, our tame distance expert this weekend completed the length of the Sandstone to post a benchmark best time. Showing no regard for vanity, Andy then set himself the task of researching other completion times. Read - [Great Warford 10 road counter results](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/great-warford-10-road-counter-results/) - Hi all A warmer than expected morning for the six Helsby vests at the Great Warford 10 Mile Club Counter Race. A brilliant performance by Alison Meakin secured her 1st place in her category so big congratulations to Alison in what was a strong field due to this race also being a Cheshire Grand Prix - [Ponderosa fell counter - results](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/ponderosa-fell-counter-results/) - Wednesday night saw one of the Clubs more popular 'fell races'. The Ponderosa Hill Race. Direct link to results can be found here: http://wrexhamathleticclubraceinfo.webs.com/4%20Mile%20Hilly.pdf Helsby positions and times as below 13th Adair Broughton 28.56 16th Chris Baynham-Hughes 29.40 19th Jim O'Hara 30.35 35th Ian Landucci 32.35 54th Jane Ashbrook 35.23 64th Phil Gillard 35.56 70th Alec - [Wirral September multi-terrain series](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/wirral-september-multi-terrain-series/) - Hi all Please find attached the email and circular for this great series of races in the wirral commencing in September. All courses are interesting and varied and even if you can only do one race please turn up as they are the last midweek races you will be able to do before the onset - [Pie and Peas Results - Club Road Counter](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/pie-and-peas-results-club-road-counter/) - Hi all Please find attached a link to the recent Helsby Road Counter the Pie and Peas Race. Photos of the night can also be accessed from the link. http://www.valeroyalathleticclub.co.uk/ As always it was a good turnout for Helsby with ten runners braving the windy night on what is a 5mile Multi-Terrain course which includes - [Gyrn Gallop Fell Counter Results](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/gyrn-gallop-fell-counter-results/) - Hi all Please find attached the results for the recent Gyrn Gallop Fell Counter http://www.oswestryolympians.co.uk/seniors/GYRN2010.htm Looks like all the Helsby runners managed to find their way around too which is a bonus! Two top ten positions and two prize winners which is a fine day for Helsby running club. A close battle for the full - [Comedy evening on the fells](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/comic-evening-on-the-fells/) - Last week's Green Grass of Home race provided a hugely entertaining finish for bewildered border runners. A popular mid-week race, the Green Grass keeps everyone on their toes (with consequent aching calves) by changing the route every year. This year was a tough one. Hardened fell runners and experienced mountain folk that we are meant - [Burtonwood 5 Mile - Road Counter 17th July 2010](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/burtonwood-5-mile-road-counter-17th-july-2010/) - Hi all Please find attached a link to the full results for the Burtonwood 5mile Road Race, Club Counter, Saturday 17th July http://files.pitchero.com/clubs/2097/burtonwood5mile.pdf A windy day saw three Helsby runners embrace this 5 mile road race. Helsby position and times below. 8th Adair Broughton 28.46 68th Geoff Shaw 35.19 103rd Janet Shaw 42.27 Regards Adair - [Bollington Nostalgia Hill Race - Fell Counter](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/bollington-nostalgia-hill-race-fell-counter/) - Please find a link to the full results of the 6th Bollington Nostalgia Hill Race here: http://ajw.blogs.com/wrc/2010/07/bollington-nostalgia-full-results.html A great race to try if you are looking to 'have a go' at hill/fell running. Just ask any of the following people who completed the race what they thought! Thanks to Joe for support as always en - [Saunders Lakeland Mountain Marathon](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/saunders-lakeland-mountain-marathon/) - On the first weekend of July, 4 Helsby runners congregated in Wet Sleddale near Shap for this years' Saunders Lakeland Mountain Marathon. Rachel Arnold and Georgina (who we keep persuading to join HRC), Jackie and Jane, Andy Robinson and mate Chris Vardy were the 3 teams, Andy was entered into the Bowfell class and the rest of us in the slightly shorter - [Hotfoot up Moel Famau](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/hotfoot-up-moel-famau/) - Last Wednesday saw another outing on this friendly mid-week race, the first of the 'Clwydian Summer Trots' series. It goes a little something like this: up, down, up, down, uu-up, doWN. That big up is the horrendous stone gully leading almost to the top of Famau. Really we've run up there sufficient times to know - [Tattenhall Tough Team Challenge](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/tattenhall-tough-team-challenge/) - On the evening of Friday 18th June you had a choice. Option 1 was to put your feet up, break open a 6-pack and cheer our boys on in the presumed formality of their World Cup match against Algeria. Option 2 was to enjoy the delights of the 17th annual Tattenhall Tough Team Race, including - [Trail Up The Beast - Fell Counter Results](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/trail-up-the-beast-fell-counter-results/) - Hi all With 20 runners not completing the course and others taking a wrong turn maybe it was the Beast that actually won this race. Even so, with a slightly modified course including a few more forest twists and an extra scramble up the Beast it was an interesting night for Helsby runners. With said - [Three peaks yacht race (updated!)](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/three-peaks-yacht-race-updated/) - Those silver surfers have now got their own blog at http://silversurfersyachtrace2010.blogspot.com/ You can also track their progress at http://www.threepeaksyachtrace.co.uk/ on the Josephine. A quick reminder of their donation pages... http://www.justgiving.com/Jacqueline-Keasley http://www.justgiving.com/Jacqueline-Keasley-SOS-Children http://www.justgiving.com/Phil-Gillard http://www.justgiving.com/John-Bailey http://www.justgiving.com/RichardDStone - [Race For Life](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/race-for-life/) - Breaking News Helen's first race in a Helsby Vest! "Helen Moss ran her first race as a member of Helsby Running club taking part in the Race for Life event in Lllay near Wrexham and posting a stunning unofficial first race time of 23 mins 38 seconds, commenting on her acheivement she told the blog that - [Weets Fell Race](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/weets-fell-race/) - Well done to Danny Chan securing a great 2nd place at the Weets Fell Race! Results can be found here http://www.fellrunner.org.uk/results.php - [Comberbach 5k Results - Road Club Counter](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/comberbach-5k-results-road-club-counter/) - Hi Please find attached the results for the Comberbach 5k Club Counter at Marbury Park on Sunday. Well done for Jane Ashbrook heading home as 1st lady, a result she managed last year also. So can it be the hatrick next year Jane? http://www.ukresults.net/2010/comberbach.html Helsby Runners results as follows: 2nd Adair Broughton 17.55 6th Alex Fitzmaurice 19.06 10th Jane - [Birkenhead Park 5 Mile Road Counter Results](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/birkenhead-park-5-mile-road-counter-results/) - Hi all Please find attached the results for the Birkenhead Park Open 5 Mile Road Race Club Counter. Full results to be found here http://www.wirralac.co.uk/Road%20Running.htm Helsby runners positions and placings below: 14th Adair Broughton 29.06 39th Alex Fitzmaurice 31.53 58th Geoff Shaw 33.36 68th - [Capenhurst 10k Results](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/capenhurst-10k-results/) - Please find attached a link to the full results for the Capenhurst 10k June 6th 2010 http://www.capenhurstrc.co.uk/10k-2010-results.pdf Well done to Jane Ashbrook winning 3rd lady overall All Helsby runners as follows: 5th Adair Broughton 37.18 20th Jane Ashbrook 42.36 25th Ivan Davies 44.51 45th Alison Meakin 53.07 Thanks also to Geoff Shaw, Mario and Joe - [2010 Cheshire Grand Prix - Standings after Race 4](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/2010-cheshire-grand-prix-standings-after-race-4/) - Please find attached a link to the 2010 Cheshire Road Race Grand Prix Results http://www.cheshireaa.com/Results/RRGP/cheshire_road_race_grand_prix_2010.aspx - [3 Peaks Yacht Race](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/3-peaks-yacht-race/) - Hi Folks The 3 Peaks Yacht race starts in just over a week now. Boat, legs and logistics are just about ready and raring to go! A number of you have asked what our schedule is for the race in case you want to support us along the way. Attached is a best estimate timetable which depends on the winds (rather - [Tough Team Social Run - Wed 9th June](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/tough-team-social-run-wed-9th-june/) - Hi everyone It’s June, lighter nights are here again and that means the 17th staging of the fantastic Tattenhall Tough Team Race (TTTR) is on the horizon. For the uninitiated, the TTTR is – well pretty much exactly what it says on the tin and will appeal to both our club’s road running fraternity and - [1st Place for Helsby - Tunnel 10k](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/1st-place-for-helsby-tunnel-10k/) - Hi all Many thanks to Phil Gillard for reminding me the Mersey Tunnel 10k Results and the brilliant performance by Helsby's Alison Meakin who finished 1st place in her age category. A great run, especially considering the popularity of this event at over 2150+ runners Full Results here http://www.ukresults.net/2010/tunnel10k.html 728th Alison - [Ras y Gadair - Race Report - Cader Idris](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/ras-y-gadair-race-report-cader-idris/) - For those interested please check out my race report for the Cader Idris Fell Race May 29th 2010 - 10.5 miles, 3000ft http://www.wfra.co.uk/ Scroll down for report and photos Regards Adair - [Mynydd Myfyr Results](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/mynydd-myfyr-results-2/) - A pleasant day at Trefonen nr Oswestry saw fewer runners than of late at the latest Helsby Fell Counter, but strong performances from all members saw Helsby figure prominently in the results Most noticeably.Jackie Keasley, although now tapering for the huge Three Peaks challenge ran a commanding race, taking people both on the uphill and - [Lletty Fell Race - Intercounties](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/lletty-fell-race-intercounties/) - I'll begin with race organiser Martins' words.............."Having held this race in August last year on a hot and humid day we decided to move it to an earlier date for some fresher spring weather..." For a race report and links to photos please see the Welsh Fell Runners website here: www.wfra.org.uk http://picasaweb.google.co.uk/alastair.tye Needless to say it - [Breaking News - Helsby Runner takes Cheshire Vest](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/breaking-news-helsby-runner-takes-cheshire-vest/) - Congratulations to Helsby runner Danny Chan who has been awarded a Cheshire Vest for the Inter-Counties Fell Race, Lletty Farm 22nd May 2010. Full report to follow post race Good luck to Danny from all at Helsby! - [Helsby 2010 Summer Race Series - May Update](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-2010-summer-race-series-may-update/) - With some warm and sunny weather over the last few days it seems that summer might have arrived at last. Evening races are now abundant and the Wednesday night club runs over the Helsby Fells are in full swing. It may therefore come as something of a surprise to learn that we are already a - [Chester Half Marathon Results](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/chester-half-marathon-results/) - 2146 finishers in this years Chester Half Marathon from those runners who braved the course. With a cool start to the day, a little wind, almost ideal weather and as i've been told, a lot better than the hailstones of last year! Thanks to Steve Riley for wheeled support and also to Janet Shaw on the course. Hopefully i've not missed - [Chester half marathon 2010](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/chester-half-marathon-2010/) - Full report later, but quick mention here of Adair's superb run at the Chester today ...22nd position overall in a good field and sub 80 minutes. Both results to be proud of. I also spotted Mike Hallsworth, Geoff Shaw and Alison Meakin on their way round, but had to get home before the finish. Hope you had a - [Rainow 5 fell race](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/rainow-5-fell-race/) - A hearteningly strong showing from the green vests over at Rainow last night (a lovely village just outside Macclesfield, home to two ex members of New Order, the new Chancellor of the Exchequer and a Stone Rose, it says here). A shortish race (5 miles), without too much climbing (750'), this is a fairly beginner-friendly - [2010 AGM](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/2010-agm/) - The presentation evening and AGM will be on Wednesday 27th May. We're combining the club AGM with our presentation evening. If you object to this and think we ought to allocate more time to AGM business, please let me know and we'll try and arrange a separate date. We'll start at 8:30pm (after the Wednesday night run) - [Borders League Results](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/borders-league-results/) - Border League results are now in so please peruse at your leisure http://www.bordersleague.org.uk/ The handicap results will be published at a later date so i'll forward a link as and when they appear. Helsby positions for the last race as follows: 21st Adair Broughton 24.29 90th Jane Ashbrook 27.39 98th Ian Landucci 28.04 133rd Steve Riley 29.30 155th David Feakes 30.34 166th Vanessa Griffiths 31.15 169th Janet Robertson 31.26 - [Christleton 5k Results](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/christleton-5k-results/) - Hi all Provisional results have been received in .xls for the Christleton 5k held on Friday 7th May. Please contact if you would like a copy. Full results should appear on http://www.ukresults.net very soon. Some videos of this event are also available via Ellesmere Port Running Club website here: http://www.ellesmereportrunningclub.org.uk/christleton_5k.htm Unfortunately an ex Helsby runner and - [Steve Riley at the Three Peaks](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/steve-riley-at-the-three-peaks/) - Well it's certainly been a purple patch for Helsby runners in the last week or two, with some great performances over distances long and short and some good write-ups too. With this in mind, I'm almost hesitant to add to the wordcount by blowing my own little trumpet... If you care though, there's a write-up - [Andy Robinson - somewhere a Very Long Way away](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/andy-robinson-somewhere-a-very-long-way-away/) - Tan Hill to Kirkstone Andy Robinson, our resident distance specialist still hasn't realised there's plenty on the telly at the weekends. Last week he took himself off to the Lakes to run the 44 miles between Tan Hill and Kirkstone. Andy takes up the story... Bank Holiday Sunday saw my Mountain Marathon partner, Chris, and - [Danny Chan at Coiners](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/danny-chan-at-coiners/) - Another great run by Danny sees him with 3rd place at the Coiners Fell Race Results now out http://www.cvfr.co.uk/Races/Coiners/coinersresults10.htm full information can be found here http://www.cvfr.co.uk/Races/Coinershome.htm Some photos of the day here http://www.sportsunday.co.uk/portfolio95917.html - [Edward Halliwell & the Keswick Half](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/edward-halliwell-the-keswick-half/) - Many thanks to Ed for the following article. Looks and sounds a tough one so congratulations from all at Helsby... I did the Keswick Half Marathon this weekend. As it's on the Bank Holiday weekend, it's perfect for combining with a camping trip to Keswick, which leaves just a short jog to the start on - [Wray Caton Fell Race](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/wray-caton-fell-race/) - Thanks to Phil Gillard for providing a great write-up of the Bank Holiday Wray Caton Fell Race and for Mick Charman for providing the photos included in this article... Training for the Three Peaks Yacht race takes over your life and despite the fantastic support of your nearest and dearest there are compromises that have - [Cheshire AA Grand Prix Results inc Whitley 10k](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/cheshire-aa-grand-prix-results-inc-whitley-10k/) - Please find a link to the latest Cheshire County Road Race Grand Prix Results for 2010 which now include the Grand Prix results and also the handicap scheme results for Whitley 10k Helsby runners who participated in the Whitley 10k may be especially interested. Special mention surely goes to Lesley Feakes having a storming run - [Ashurst Beacon Results](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/ashurst-beacon-results/) - Three Helsby runners, Danny Chan, Chris Hatton and Liz Dobson entered the Ashurst Beacon Race, Newburgh, Lancs on Wednesday night Full results here http://www.ukresults.net/2010/ashurst.html A great run from Danny, certainly putting Helsby on the map which also secured him a podium position! 2nd Danny Chan 39.05 76th Chris Hatton 52.15 110th Liz Dobson 62.20 If anyone competes in races (non counter) - [Llantisilio Fell Race Results](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/llantisilio-fell-race-results/) - Please find attached a link to the full results for the 2nd Fell Counter, Llantisilio, which was jogged, walked, scrambled and with plenty of downhill action too lots of fast running. Beginning and finishing at Rhewl from the 14th Century Sun Inn. Once again good weather was enjoyed by the hardy 8 Helsby Green vests and a - [The Anniversary Waltz](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/the-anniversary-waltz/) - Jackie Keasley & the Anniversary Waltz On checking my diary, I realised that a walking weekend staying at a basic mountaineering club hut in the upper reaches of the Newlands valley, 4 km from Stair clashed with this years Aniversary Waltz. Having secured an online entry a few days before, on Saturday I quickly swapped - [Road Counter 2 - Whitley 10k Results](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/road-counter-2-whitley-10k-results/) - A misty start to the morning with a blue sky acting as the perfect ceiling to Spring welcomed the Helsby runners embarking on the country lanes of Whitley on Sunday morning. Results are already out and available on Spectrums website. Great support from Joe as always and thanks to Phil Gillard for popping up in - [2012 Olympics Athletic (or other) Tickets](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/2012-olympics-athletic-or-other-tickets/) - Register your interest now for the London 2012 Olympic Games The world’s greatest sporting events are coming to London! Tickets for the London 2012 Olympic Games and Paralympic Games will go on sale in 2011. You can make a start by registering your interest with us. http://www.tickets.london2012.com/ This is the official website. Tickets will go - [NEWSFLASH - SPORTS & REMEDIAL MASSAGE](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/newsflash-sports-remedial-massage/) - Helsby Running Club member Liz Dobson, Sport and Deep Tissue Massage Therapy Runcorn, is offering a discount of £5 on all treatments (excluding block bookings) for Helsby Running Club Members. Please see Liz's website for further details on the service she provides: www.sportsmassagetherapy.vpweb.co.uk or email: dobbo2@talktalk.net. Liz can also be contacted on 01928 715259 - [Helsby’s Gareth Boyd takes 1st place in Cheshire!!](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsbys-gareth-boyd-takes-1st-place-in-cheshire/) - Attached are the handicap results for the first Cheshire GP race of the season, the Chester Spring 5 mile. http://www.cheshireaa.com/Results/RRGP/cheshire_road_race_grand_prix_2010.aspx Congratulations to the two winners, Gareth Boyd of Helsby RC, who won the handicap on the Pie and Peas race last August, and Christine Geraghty of Wilmslow RC who each improved on their recent best - [Helsby’s Dave Madders 1st at Cheshire (Delamere) Half Marathon!](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsbys-dave-madders-1st-at-cheshire-delamere-half-marathon/) - Well done to Dave Madders for a great run in the 3rd Cheshire (Delamere) Half Marathon at the weekend. and in his words... "I attach as promised a surprising photo of me holding a running trophy and I didn't steal it or kick anyone to deserve it! A friend invited me to join him in - [Track nights are GO!](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/track-nights-are-go/) - Summer has started! Monday night training sessions are now back on. Meet at the grass track behind Helsby High School on Mondays at 7pm. Make your own way in. For anyone, new to track training don't be put off. It's as hard as you make it — we're certainly not all fast — and the - [Prestatyn borders league](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/873-2/) - A warm day at Prestatyn for the Helsby contingent who made the journey to Costa Del Wales. Not the most interesting of courses being an out and back along the front but some good runs none the less. Thanks also to Joe for great support. We did manage a full ladies team but still short of - [Chester Spring 5 Results. Road Series Race 1](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/chester-spring-5-results-road-series-race-1/) - Please find attached results for the first road counter for the 2010 series A nice evening for all participants and a good showing of green Helsby vests against the blue skies and limited breeze. Thanks also to the support from Joe (who can miracously appear at any part of the course and at any time - [What I did on my holidays](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/what-i-did-on-my-holidays/) - Sat 27th saw the annual Causey Pike race in the north-western fells. The family were on holiday just up the road, and we'd got back from a morning walk when I realised I could just about make the start with some one-handed driving, other-handed map reading. Last to register and carried full kit just in case. - [Pics from Llangynhafal](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/pics-from-llangynhafal/) - Good running chaps. A cracking day out. - [Llangynhafal Loop Fell Counter 1 Results](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/llangynhafal-loop-fell-counter-1-results/) - Well what a great turnout for the first fell counter for this season. Seven hardy Helsby souls braved the route while two marshals in Andy and Joe were stuck with the wind at the top of Moel Famau. Thanks for the support! I'd almost suggest it was better to run as we had some nice - [Helsby fell race series 2010](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-fell-race-series-2010/) - I competed in my first year full year of Fell racing last year, a lot of the races being part of the Helsby Fell Race Series. Looking back now over the year the main thought I have is why didn’t I start doing them sooner. The races are great fun, most having a low-key nature, - [Border League Results Mold 14th March 2010](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/border-league-results-mold-14th-march-2010/) - I'm sure for those who do not have sore legs after the weekend may well have sore heads instead following the Helsby Beer Festival... A limited number of Helsby runners attended this months Border League held by Wrecsam Tri at Mold. It was a cool day to begin with with some nice sunny spells when the clouds broke during the - [Runcorn Town Park xc - Sunday 7th March](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/runcorn-town-park-xc-7th-feb/) - Rescheduled from January, when it fell foul of the snowy weather. Usual venue in Runcorn Town Park, organised by Warrington Road Runners. Map and directions of the course (PDF). Stop Press: Helsby fields full XC team! Yesterday saw 6 adult males with nothing better to do than run around in the grass and mud of Runcorn's Town - [Final Headtorch Run 4th March](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/final-headtorch-run-4th-march/) - Just to let you know the final Headtorch run of the winter season will be Thursday 4th March at the Helsby Sports & Social Club at 6.30pm (rather than 7pm) Everyone welcome! - [Birchwood xc](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/birchwood-xc/) - Thanks to Spectrum for putting on an excellent race yesterday up at Birchwood, Warrington. Opening the curtains on Sunday to a fresh dump of snow put a seed of doubt in place over the run going ahead. Shouldn't have worried, the race was on and the snow only added to the fun. As did the - [Dash in the Dark 2](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/dash-in-the-dark-2/) - Friday night, and another head torch run in Llandegla Forest. The Dashes in the Dark are great fun, a small but select band of nutters, numbering about 30, pitch up at the visitor centre at Llandegla for a race through the dark trees. Fresh snow on the ground threw back a lot more light from - [Beacon Bash - First Long Trail Race](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/beacon-bash-first-long-trail-race/) - The first run in the new Trail Series took place this morning. The Beacon Bash was an intricate 21 mile route from Newburgh near Wigan, and four stalwart HRC members showed up to take part. Personally I'd say that was pretty good considering we all woke up to 2 or 3 inches of new snow - [Anyone need new shoes?](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/anyone-need-new-shoes/) - John Shelbourne runs the gym at The Heath in Runcorn. He's setting himself up selling discounted sports gear to local clubs. Ian and I have worn his spikes on the track and cross-country to good effect this season (well Ian's had the best effect, if truth be told!) and they were extremely cheap. I can't - [Border League Race 4 - Abergele](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/border-league-race-4-abergele/) - Oh I do like to be beside the seaside!!!! And we certainly were for Race 4 of the Border League series at Abergele on Sunday. It was an out and back 5 miler along the prom between Abergele and Llandulas with a minor excursion up and down a small hill through the caravan park at - [2010 Race Calendar](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/2010-race-calendar/) - Updated at http://www.distantmoons.com/running.html Please let me know of any details to be changed or additional races to add. If anybody wants a copy in excel or pdf then just let me know. Regards, Adair - [Cheshire XC Championship 13th Feb 10](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/cheshire-xc-championship-13th-feb-10/) - Hi all For full results please see the following link from the Cheshire AA website http://www.cheshireaa.com/Results/XCC/2010xcc.aspx 4 Helsby runners made the start line and very well done to Roy Tunstall who took home the shiny gold medal for his age category! Conditions were ideal for running but maybe a little cold for watching. The ground wasn't - [Recent Cross Countries](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/recent-cros-countries/) - Sunday 31st January – Walton Park, Liverpool Race 4 in the North West League. A cold crisp day with a covering of snow on the ground saw race 4 in the Sunday League Series. The full results have not yet appeared on the web however the finishing positions were; Adair Broughton Ian Landucci Steve Riley - [All about Helsby](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/all-about-helsby-2/) - We published a leaflet about the club and its activities for the Four Villages. We're not always the best at getting information out there even amongst ourselves, never mind trying to recruit new people! Let us know what you think. What do you want to know? Read the RunHelsby leaflet (PDF download, 124k). - [Night run - 4 Feb](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/night-run-4-feb/) - Don't forget the night run tonight. 6:30pm at the club, club member or not, all welcome. Bring a headtorch/torch though. Similar route to one of the summer hill runs, inclusive pace. - [Wirral seaside run dates 2010](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/wirral-seaside-run-dates-2010/) - From Roy Fisher. This year's race dates are as follows: Sun March 7th at 11.0 am Wed April 21st at 7.0 pm Wed May 19th at 7.0 pm Wed June 23rd at 7.0 pm Wed July 28th at 7.0 pm Wed August 25th at 7.0 pm Sun September 26th at 11.0 am Sun October 24th - [Reasons to Join Helsby Running Club Pt. 1](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/reasons-to-join-helsby-running-club-pt-1/) - Start running and watch your brain grow say scientists. http://www.guardian.co.uk/science/2010/jan/18/running-brain-memory-cell-growth - [Helsby half — race positions](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-half-race-positions/) - Here's all the Helsby positions I could find in the results. Positions are actual race positions, but I've taken the chip time, because in most cases it's the more flattering! Position Who (Chip) time 65 Adair Broughton 1:23:18 141 Ian Landucci 1:28:07 200 Edward Halliwell 1:31:06 238 Chris Baynham-Hughes 1:32:40 297 Ivan Davies 1:34:48 310 - [Helsby Half runners — Mike's photos](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-runners-photos-from-2010-helsby-half/) - Photos of Helsby runners taken at just over 1 mile and at 8.5 miles. The photos are in order they were taken and so are in race position order. I have more of each runner, if anyone wants copies let me know and I will send them to you. Well done to all runners, sorry if I have - [Runcorn Weekly news pics](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/runcorn-weekly-news-pics/) - There's a nice picture gallery from Runcorn Weekly News, including a group shot of some of the Helsby runners. - [Shell four villages half marathon - all over now!](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/four-villages-half-marathon-now-live/) - Hope you enjoyed your run today — some really strong performances out there and some good improvements. I could only watch as Ivan and his mate Graham disappeared into the distance, the Big Run preparation is obviously going well! Full race results are over on the old site. Mick Hall's event photos are here. We'll - [Helsby Half runners — Ian's (niece's) pics](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/pictures-from-the-4-villages/) - What an excellent race it was today, well done to everyone involved. My niece was primed to take a few photos of any Helsby runners she spotted going past the turn in Mouldsworth just after 8 miles. Some managed to escape the camera but she caught quite a few of us. Cheers Ian - [Cheshire xc champs - 13th Feb, Liverpool - 7th Feb](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/cheshire-xc-champs-13th-feb/) - Cheshire Following work by the co-host organisers and the referee in conjunction with Reaseheath College, the championships have been re-arranged for Saturday, 13th February, using the same time table and order of races. Entries by 6th Feb. Liverpool Also if anyone would like entry to the Liverpool and District Cross Country Championships please let me - [Next night run - Thursday 7 January 2010](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/night-run-tonight-5-nov/) - A couple of pics from yesterday's night run... Come on Helsby folk, we're being outnumbered by guests (not that they're not very welcome!). Next one's Feb 4th, or sooner by popular demand. Fancy a night run? Fancy a night run? 6:30pm at the club. Something like the summer offroad hill route. A whole lot more - [Cheshire XC champs cancelled](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/cheshire-xc-champs-cancelled/) - Sad news of two victims of the snow - the Cheshire Champs on Jan 9th are off. We're pretty sure that Sunday's xc at Runcorn Town Park (10th) has also fallen by the wayside. More news of replacement dates when we have it. For anyone not too worried by the snow, I'd urge you to - [Arrowe Park XC Results 6th Dec 09](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/arrowe-park-xc-results-6th-dec-09/) - Hi all An enjoyable Christmas I hope. A little delayed (due to not being updated on the website till 26th) but please find attached a link and results to the Sunday League XC held at Arrowe Park on the 6th December. http://www.btinternet.com/~steve.saunders/ss/xc/2009/race3_09.pdf The link above will take you directly to the results, or just head - [Helsby Fell Championship 2009](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-fell-champioship-2009/) - Mens Champion - Adair Broughton Ladies Champion - Jane Ashbrook Final Table - Fell Championship Table 2009 Last weekend the Mortimer Forest fell race saw the culmination of the Helsby 2009 Fell Race championship. What an excellent and varied set of races they have been. From short 5 mile runs such as Rainow to tough - [Club handicap tonight - 16 Dec!](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/club-handicap-tonight-16-dec/) - Quick reminder: the annual club handicap is tonight. Gather at 6:30pm as normal, we'll move up to Tesco for the actual start. Full marks to Richard M for taking on the onerous task of organising the rabble. No mutterings at the back about handicaps please! Followed by secret santa at the club house and maybe - [Mortimer forest fell race - 13 Dec](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/mortimer-forest-fell-race-13-dec/) - Sunday 13th December dawned bright and sunny, ideal conditions for the last fell counter of the year at Mortimer Forest on the Shropshire/Herefordshire border. The race venue was the Moors School, an independent school on the edge of Mortimer Forest which allowed for plenty of parking together with the luxury of hot showers at the - [Latest XC Results. Beacon and Sefton.](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/latest-xc-results-beacon-and-sefton/) - Firstly, a link to the results of the Beacon Park XC held by the Northwest XC League. http://www.btinternet.com/~steve.saunders/ss/xcountry_09.htm Just click on the venue link for full PDF results. The Helsby blog has been updated with some photos of this race and race details. Photos courtesy of Dave Pinnington. Full link to all photos here http://www.flickr.com/photos/davepinno/sets/72157622732090497/ - [Beacon Park XC 22/11/09](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/beacon-park-xc-221109/) - Sunday 22nd November at 11.00am Beacon Park. The sunday league races are fairly low key with a nice atmosphere and good support. This race was a two lap course totalling 4.4 miles. Quite an undulating and interesting course so will make a great cross country if nobody has tried one yet. What's a little mud - [How to get faster](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/how-to-get-faster/) - Runner's World has quite a nice article summarising a few tips for getting faster. A lot of us would like to be faster, turns out there may be more to it than simply wishing for it! "Don't place all of the emphasis on an outcome such as 'beating my marathon PB'. This is great for - [Birkenhead Park Border League Results](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/birkenhead-park-border-league-results/) - Please find attached the results for the latest Border League. http://myweb.tiscali.co.uk/lindleyjane/BorderLeagueResults/ Helsby Positions and placings as follows 27th BROUGHTON, Adair 32:34 61st LANDUCCI, Ian 34:15 125th SEARLE, Mike 37:09 129th RILEY, Steve 37:20 138th DAVIES, Ivan 37:43 144th SHAW, Geoff 37:54 173rd - [Border League 15th November](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/border-league-15th-november/) - Quick note. The next Border League race to be held by Wallasey on 15th November at 11am is actually at Birkenhead Park http://www.wallaseyathleticclub.co.uk/ Further details should appear here in due course http://myweb.tiscali.co.uk/lindleyjane/BorderLeagueResults/ Let's hope we can field full teams :d - [Clarke Gardens XC Results - Sunday LR2](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/clarke-gardens-xc-results-sunday-lr2/) - Hi all - Well, a week ago and a day we had our first Sunday League Cross Country race at Clarke Gardens. Well done to Andy Smith for also running on the previous day at Arrowe Park. I think it was also Chris's and Stephen's first time @ xc....I wonder if those trainers will ever be - [What a difference a day makes](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/what-a-difference-a-day-makes/) - What a difference a day makes — Phil Gillard's UK FRA Relays report Saturday 18th October 2009 was a glorious day in the Western Lake District; as we drove from our hotel to the Ennerdale hills, they seemed to welcome us “come and play on us” was the very clear message and so we did. - [Cross Country - Liverpool and District Race 1 (Arrowe Park)](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/cross-country-liverpool-and-district-race-1-arrowe-park/) - This winter’s cross country season kicked off with the first race in the Liverpool and District series. The race took place on a 6 mile, 3 lap course in Arrowe park, Wirral. Despite heavy showers whilst driving to the event these had cleared before the start of the race and the sun broke through. This - [Andy Todd @ Hellrunner](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/andy-todd-helrunner/) - Andy Todd who is now an OAP (don't worry, these are his words!) will be retiring from running with a number on. His final race is the "Hellrunner" Delamere on Sunday 1st November at 11.00am However, if he survives, by 3.00pm he will be in the Helter Skelter, Frodsham and invites you to - [Sport & remedial massage](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/sport-remedial-massage/) - Article from Liz Dobson, Helsby runner and member I have been a member of Helsby RC since 1996 and qualified in Sports Massage in 2001. Immediately after qualifying I practised on a professional basis for 12 months and for the past 8 years I have been doing Sports Massage on a voluntary basis for friends - [Three peaks cyclo cross](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/three-peaks-cyclo-cross/) - It's not all running... as well as running, training and racing lots of club members get involved in all sorts of other sports. One fool recently thought it would be an idea to do the Yorkshire Three Peaks. On a bike. "As it got proper steep, I found my own lines out right away from - [Border League - Race 1 (Christleton)](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/border-league-race-1-christleton/) - A good turn out of Helsby runners completed the first Border League race of the season. The race was run on a one lap course of just under 6 miles. Most of the course was on the road with a small section of rough track between the fourth and fifth miles. This section had the added interest of - [Breidden Hills Fell Counter Results](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/breidden-hills-fell-counter-results/) - Hi all Please find attached the results for the 'penultimate' Fell Counter of the series, the Breidden Hills (AM) http://www.merciafellrunners.org.uk/node/1386 Helsby positions and times as follows: 18th Adair Broughton 1:07:05 29th Jim O'Hara 1:11:36 68th Phil Gillard 1:18:49 95th Chris Hatton 1:25:21 99th Andy Todd 1:28:56 116th Robbie Webster 1:42:29 Congratulations to all taking part on what was a really nice day - [Borders League 2009-2010](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/borders-league-2009-2010/) - Having spoken to a few of our newer members I realised that the Border League was something not everyone knew about so I thought a little bit of a write up might help. The league itself consists of 15 Clubs based around North Wales, Wirral and the Welsh borders. There are separate competitions for the men’s - [Sandstone Trail](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/sandstone-trail/) - In contention for my top race of the year, the Sandstone trail is a fabulous race over some of the most scenic parts of Cheshire. Its popularity was reflected in the large turn out from Helsby, 11 runners in the long (17.1 Mile) A race and 5 runners in the shorter (10.6 Mile) B Race. - [More long run mania](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/432-2/) - Andy Robinson's been at it again. He's a had a busy September, with two ultras in the space of a fortnight. Chapeau! "At 3:15 my alarm went off, and despite all my instincts I got up, put on my running shorts and shirt and packed my camping gear into the car. Other poor souls were - [Arrowe Park Results Race 4 Wirral Multi-Terrain League. (and link to final results)](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/arrowe-park-results-race-4-wirral-multi-terrain-league-and-link-to-final-results/) - Please find a link to Race 4 Results of the Wirral Multi-Terrain League held at Arrowe Park 22/09/09 http://www.btinternet.com/~steve.saunders/ss/mt/2009/mtrace4_09.pdf Helsby Positions as follows Mens 82nd Steve Riley 31,34 84th Geoff Shaw 31.42 109th Chris Hatton 33.05 This placed Helsby 'A' 27th of 38 teams on the night Ladies - [Helsby's Dennis the Menace at the GNR](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsbys-dennis-the-menace-at-the-gnr/) - Some words from Gareth Boyd regarding his race at the Great North Run "Here’s a photo of me after the GNR last Sunday. Disappointed not to be running dressed as ‘a toilet’.. a new costume had to be selected and Dennis The Menace was chosen. As usual it was a warm but a really enjoyable - [A most Scenic Half Marathon - Langdale](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/a-most-scenic-half-marathon-langdale/) - "The most scenic Half Marathon Road Race in England" by Jackie Sunday saw 4 Helsby runners dash up to the lake district to run the infamously hilly Langdale Half. There's the option of going around twice but only 96 runners managed the marathon compared to the 400+ Halfers. It's not a course for personal bests - there are many hills - [Sutton 6 - From the Sidelines by Mike Searle](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/sutton-6-from-the-sidelines-by-mike-searle/) - Guilden Sutton 10K, Sunday 20th September 2009 – Report from the sidelines! Due to family commitments (eldest daughter’s 14th birthday), I couldn’t run at Guilden Sutton but being local – well, Mickle Trafford, I managed to slip out for 20 minutes to cheer our Helsby runners, which also gave me a spectator’s perspective as opposed - [Helsby Road Race Summer Series - Final Standings](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-road-race-summer-series-final-standings/) - Well the results are all in and the counting has been done and the winners of the Helsby 2009 Summer Road Race Series are; Ladies Champion with 135 points - Carol Shaw Mens Champion with a maximum 140 points - Adair Broughton Congratulations to all 28 members of the club who competed during the series. - [SUTTON 6](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/sutton-6/) - A fine Sunday morning in Mickle Trafford saw 245 runners line up for the Sutton 6, which despite the name is an accurately measured 10km. In the excellent conditions the race was won by Nick Jones of Spectrum in 31:39, the 2nd fastest 10km by a Cheshire runner this year. The race consisted of one - [Wirral multis: results and final call for race 4!](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/wirral-multis-results-and-final-call-for-race-4/) - Last week's event on the 15th was another cracking evening, with a beatiful sunlit run along the beach, on a surprisingly warm evening. Lots of line choices, depending if you favoured (or endured, depending on your point of view) dry sand, wet sand, pebbles, rocks or seaweed. The return leg was much more straightforward down - [The Sandstone Trail Race - Help Required](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/the-sandstone-trail-race-help-required/) - Thanks to Geoff Shaw for the following Information about this race Good news on the Sandstone Trail Race. Both races are full with 190 in each event. Helsby Running Club has the third largest entry with 21 entrants, the biggest Helsby entry for an individual race this year. Tattenhall has 29 entrants with Chester Tri - [More Words on Vyrnwy](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/more-words-on-vyrnwy/) - Thanks to Geoff Shaw for some more words regarding the Lake Vyrnwy Half Marathon... The race was again held around the scenic lake on a very warm Sunday afternoon. For a race of its size a chip system perhaps should have been used as the start was confined to a narrow lane. There was a - [Lake Vyrnwy Half Marathon, 13 Sept 09 – welcome back!](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/lake-vyrnwy-half-marathon-13-sept-09-welcome-back/) - Many thanks to Mike Searle for providing us with this article on the Lake Vyrnwy Half Marathon Lake Vyrnwy Half Marathon, 13 Sept 09 – welcome back! After a year’s absence due to the sad death of long-term organizer Doug Morris, the Lake Vyrnwy half returned on Sunday and what a welcome return it was! - [Lake Vyrnwy Half Marathon Results](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/lake-vyrnwy-half-marathon-results/) - Hi all With a big field of 1242 runners all Helsby runners finished well within the top half ably led into the finish by Mike Searle and swiftly followed by Jane Ashbrook. Well done everyone. For the full Lake Vyrnwy Results please visit the link here http://www.ukresults.net/2009/vyrnwy.html Helsby positions and places as follows. 180th Mike - [Race 2 Results - Wirral Multi Terrain Series](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/race-2-results-wirral-multi-terrain-series/) - Hi all Please find attached a link to the results for the Wirral Multi Terrain Series Race 2 held at Harrison Drive, Wallasey last Tuesday. http://www.btinternet.com/~steve.saunders/ss/mterrain.htm A direct link to Race 2 results: http://www.btinternet.com/~steve.saunders/ss/mt/2009/mtrace2_09.pdf and a direct link to current race standings: http://www.btinternet.com/~steve.saunders/ss/mt/2009/current_09.pdf A very windy, wet and cold night - [Tough Race on The Ben](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/tough-race-on-the-ben/) - Tough Race on the Ben Saturday bought even heavier rain and stronger winds; this coupled with already sodden ground made the recipe for a gruelling race. A local Pipe band led the 475 runners into the start area which soon resembled a mud bath. The tannoys warned runners of bleak conditions on the summit with temperatures of minus 3 deg - [A Note of Thanks](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/a-note-of-thanks/) - Dear All I just wanted to say a big thankyou to all those running club members who kindly donated unwanted/surplus running T shirts for me to take on my recent charity related trip to Uganda. As you can see from the photos attached the recipients were delighted with their new tshirts and we left many - [Shelf Moor Fell Race Results 06/09/09](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/shelf-moor-fell-race-results-060909/) - Please find attached the provisional results for the Shelf Moor Fell Race. Great running conditions with some wind but quite tricky underfoot today. Phil Gillard with an excellent descent to make it first home for Helsby, followed by Andy Todd and Robbie Webster. Helsby Race Positions as follows 50th Phil Gillard 1.03.56 61st Andy Todd 1.10.29 71st Robbie Webster 1.25.04 Was - [Royden Park multi-terrain](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/339-2/) - Please find attached a link to the full results for the first race in the multi-terrain series which was held at Royden Park, Frankby. http://www.btinternet.com/~steve.saunders/ss/mterrain.htm Well done to Steve Riley leading the charge for Helsby ably followed by Geoff Shaw in the mens section although we do need to have 5 runners to field a full mens team. - [Tavern Trail Fell Counter Results](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/tavern-trail-fell-counter-results/) - Please find attached the results for the Tavern Trail Fell Race Counter on 22nd August 09 Link to photographs and results here http://www.prdouglas.co.uk/ for photographs http://www.wfra.me.uk/660.xls for overall results Results of Helsby Runners as follows 7th Adair Broughton 92.59 33rd Ian Landucci 113.45 39th Phil Gillard 118.02 65th Robbie Webster 146.58 Congratulations on to everyone taking part on what was - [Helsby hill summer handicap](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-hill-summer-handicap/) - Ladies and gents, a big thank you to all who turned up last night, we were blessed with some fine weather and a relatively dry course. A special thank you to the marshals: Joe, Bill. Andy, Kathryn, Liz, Richard and Helen - I think that is everybody but if I missed somebody out, sorry and - [Warford 10 mile](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/warford/) - The Warford 10 mile road race was most appropriately race 10 in the Helsby Summer Series. A large field of 316 runners enjoyed a well organised 3 lap course around the undulating roads of Great Warford. Adair and myself represented Helsby with Andy Smith cycling over to provide support. Whilst he couldn’t quite match Joe’s - [Latest News from England Athletics](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/latest-news-from-england-athletics/) - Setting The Pace, the England Athletics magazine, is now available containing essential information for clubs, athletes, coaches, officials, schools and volunteers. Copies are being distributed to secretaries of affiliated clubs and events. A copy can also be downloaded by clicking here http://www.englandathletics.org/core/core_picker/download.asp?id=1759 - [Ponderosa fell race](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/ponderosa-fell-race/) - Terrific turn out of green vests last night at a very damp Ponderosa event. For anyone that doesn't know it, this is a shortish friendly event starting from the Ponderosa Cafe at the top of the Horseshoe Pass. The rain was falling pretty much till the start and the tops were invisible. Navigation however, was - [September 2009 Wirral Multi-Terrain Events](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/september-2009-wirral-multi-terrain-events/) - Hi all I have some details of the Club Supported September Wirral Multi-Terrain Events. As per usual these routes offer a variety of terrain (woods, trail, beaches and fields). These make nice late summer midweek races at about 4 or 5 miles while we still have some light remaining before the golden hues of autumn. - [Information on the Great Warford 10 Mile Road Counter](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/information-on-the-great-wardfor-10mile-road-counter/) - Great Warford 10 Mile Race - Sunday 16th August 2009 10am Start Start, Finish and Car Parking are all within the grounds of ‘The David Lewis Centre’, Mill Lane, Great Warford SK9 7UD. Great Warford village is approximately halfway between Alderley Edge and Knutsford. The ‘David Lewis Centre’ is signposted from the A535 (Alderley Edge - [Pie and peas results](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/290-2/) - Hi there - Please find attached a link to the full results for the ever popular Pie and Peas race http://www.valeroyalathleticclub.co.uk/ A great turnout for Helsby with 17 runners in a field of over 250 runners in total, so congratulatons to those taking part and to the good contingent watching, drinking beer, playing pool, taking photos - [Pie and Peas pictures](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/272-2/) - Another great turn out from Helsby at the ever popular Pie and Peas 5 miler. It's been in our club calendar for as long as I can remember. Great to see some of the newer faces providing some competition to the older hands. Support offered by the Helsby injured contingent, who disappeared into the pub - [Fell Counter Results - Push-up-the-Pincyn](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/fell-counter-results-push-up-the-pincyn/) - Greetings Please find attached to a good little report and the official results for the Push-up-the-Pincyn race at the following link http://www.wfra.me.uk/ With swooping birds of prey, a picturesque sky, £2 entry for the car and £1 extra to race (what a bargain btw) and some rolling fields of Wales the four hardy - [Sefton Park 5 Mile Results 22/07/09](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/sefton-park-5-mile-results-220709/) - Hi Please find attached the 'provisional' results for the Sefton Park 5 Mile http://www.slac.btinternet.co.uk/SP2009result.pdf Well done to all taking part and looks like a good turn out. Helsby runners as follows: 32nd Ian Landucci 31.25 85th Ivan Davies 34.38 99th Dave Madders 35.55 114th Geoff Shaw 36.44 151st S. Mccue 39.22 152nd Ian Hilditch 39.24 160th Jackie Keasley 40.31 - [Helsby Summer Series - Current standings](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-summer-series-current-standings/) - Given that we have had several meetings recently looking at how we can increase the club membership and generate more enthusiasm at the club I thought I would put together a sales pitch for the Summer Series. As a new boy at Helsby this is the first time I have been involved in the summer - [Burtonwood 5mile pics](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/burtonwood-5mile-pics/) - Some snaps of the guys and gals in action at Burtonwood to add to Adair's excellent writeup. enjoy, Andy - [Burtonwood 5Mile Race Results - 18/07/09](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/burtonwood-5mile-race-results-180709/) - Hello athletes Well done to those who ran the 5 mile at Burtonwood today. A two lap course with quite a bit of wind on 'the back straight', some 'slight' undulations too to make it an interesting afternoon. Thanks to Andy, Joe and Mario for welcome support on the course. Results on the Spectrum - [An Unusual Half-Marathon](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/an-unusual-half-marathon/) - I've just come across an unusual half-marathon that some of you might be interested in doing. It's across Morecambe Bay, from Flookburgh (Cark Airfield) to Hest Bank, on Sunday 16th August at 1.30 pm. To quote from the flyer: "Run mainly on sands, this unique race crosses the River Kent and yes you will get - [Change of Details - The Tavern Fell Race](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/change-of-details-the-tavern-fell-race/) - Some details have changed regarding our club fell race counter 'The Tavern' on Saturday 22nd August - New info supplied by race organiser below: We've had a problem with a local landowner and have had to change the venue for the Tavern Fell Race. Fortunately one of our local farmers is able to help out. Unfortunately - [Bollington Nostalgia run](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/bollington-nostalgia-run/) - A pleasant summer’s day and some excellent running round the foothills of Bollington. What more could you want? The race started and finished from the centre of Bollington and was run over a very varied terrain consisting of roads, hills, canal tow paths and with a steep finish on the cobbles. A good turn out - [Saunders Tour of the South Lakes](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/saunders-tour-of-the-south-lakes/) - Well done to Helsby Runners Jackie Keasley, Rachel Arnold and Andy Robinson who enjoyed two days of great scenery participating in the Saunders Tour of the South Lakes. Please enjoy reading what they got up to! This weekend over 1100 runners took part in the 31st Saunders Lakeland Mountain Marathon. The race has many courses of varying distance and endurance - [What's all this then?](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/whats-all-this-then/) - I started this thing just over a month ago to get more information about the club, and the joys of running, to the outside world. The old website had gone a bit stale and its author had moved on. This is a simple way to update things, without geek skills. As a club I think - [July events](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/july-events/) - Starting with a nicely informal introduction to fell running over at Bollington... SUN.JUL 12. BOLLINGTON NOSTALGIA RACE (R). BM. 11.00 a.m. 7.1m/1200' from Bollington (GR SJ936779 on OS 118). £5 pre-entry and on day. LK/ PM. Over 18. Records: 43.25 A. Lamont 2006; f. 50.31 C. Greasley 2005. Open day at Bridgend Centre (formerly Bollington - [Ideas meeting — Wed 8th](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/ideas-meeting-wed-8th/) - Quick reminder: post-AGM 'ideas meeting', after Wednesday's run this week. Be there if you can, especially if you've got any great ideas for stimulating the club, recruiting new blood, redevelopment of the site, etc. 8:30pm, upstairs meeting room at the club house. - [Short of a sprint finish?](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/no-sprint-finish/) - Not prepared to give up unless you can’t actually stand up any more? Fancy the chance to win an event just once in your life? I have to confess that I’ve yet to compete in a 'club counter', and I’ve only worn my Helsby club vest once so far since I joined the club last - [Moel y Gamelin](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/moel-y-gamelin/) - An excellent race I can thoroughly recommend, though at 9.5 miles on a hot day, hard work at times. Starting from the Ponderosa Café so plenty of food and drink available. The course involved some quite steep ascents and descents for the first couple of miles, followed by a much easier Moorland section. Drinks stations - [Birkenhead 5 results](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/birkenhead-5-results/) - With Adair partying down in Glastonbury I thought I would take on his role as results reporter. Birkenhead Park 5 Mile – 3rd June I have just received a response from the race organiser of the Birkenhead Park 5 miler with the results. The delay to getting the results out was due to him being - [Tattenhall Tough Team Results 2009](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/tattenhall-tough-team-results-2009/) - Please find a direct link to the Tattenhall Tough Team challenge results http://tattenhallrunners.com/doc/TTT_2009_results.xls and some pictures of the notorious or is that nefarious railway http://www.flickr.com/groups/tattenhall_runners/ A great atmosphere, some diverse terrain (albeit with some road heading out and back), good support, the grim reaper, cake and team prizes. What more could be asked? So firstly let's - [Jackie and Ron Hill at Freckleton](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/jackie-and-ron-hill-at-freckleton/) - Jackie Keasley of Helsby Running club (in her words) ....Had the priviledge of running 1/2 mile or so with Ron Hill!! - He still holds the FHA course record - its been intact for 30+ years! He's now 70 and told me this was his last ever half, but would continue with the fells as they take less of a - [Warrington Road Runners 10k Results](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/warrington-road-runners-10k-results/) - Although not a club counter, a select few Helsby Runners took part in the midweek Warrington Road Runners 10k. Results available the the following link http://www.ukresults.net/2009/wrr10k.html - [Results for the Comberbach 5k held 14th June 09](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/results-for-the-comberbach-5k-held-14th-june-09/) - Please find attached the results for the Comberbach Fete 5k. Well done to everyone taking part. Great location too! http://www.ukresults.net/2009/comberbach.html Below are the results for Helsby runners. 1st Adair Broughton 18.03 9th Geoff Shaw 20.18 10th Jane Ashbrook 20.23 18th David Feakes 21. 32 20th Vanessa Griffiths 21.57 25th Lesley Feakes 25.07 39th Carol Shaw 27.35 45th Janet Shaw 27.58 The next road counter is the Burtonwood - [The flying Mitchell](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/the-flying-mitchell/) - Steve Mitchell, sometime Helsby runner, seems to be going like a train at the moment, knocking 4 seconds off his 1500m for a truly impressive 3:46.24 earlier this month at a meet in Watford. Here he is in action winnning a recent 800m in Birmingham... http://174.132.78.8/~eightlan/generator.php?search=Video&id=961 Well done Steve. - [Edale Fell Race Results](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/edale-fell-race-results/) - Greetings, Please find attached a link to the Edale Fell Counter Results http://www.gritstoneseries.co.uk/#/results/4533677137 Helsby placings as follows: 35th Adair Broughton 44.34 62nd Ian Landucci 48.16 101st Phil Gillard 52.06 132nd Andy Todd 54.57 Well done to all taking part and to show you the fun you are missing out on, there are some photos here - [Comberbach 5k - 14 June](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/comberbatch-5k-14-june/) - The next counter in club's road race championships is a local 5k. 11am start in Marbury Country Park, near Northwich. An ideal first road race or for those who don't want anything too serious on a Sunday morning. Part of Comberbach Fete, children's race at 10:30. Sunday lunch bite and pint in the village local - [Mike's tough team dress rehearsal](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/mikes-tough-team-dress-rehearsal/) - Hi everyone — The classic Tattenhall Tough Team Race is later this month and traditionally, I have always organized a ‘pre TTTR recee’ as an excellent alternative to our usual Weds night run. Anyone who has run the TTTR before knows that elements of it certainly live up to its name! However the recee is - [Fell snippets](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/fell-snippets/) - Nice little piece on running the fells in today's Telegraph. Next week's Boar's Head (Lyme Park) is apparently the Cheshire Champs race. Good event: WED.JUN 10. BOAR'S HEAD. BM. 7.30 p.m. 8m/1322' from the Boar's Head Hotel, Shrigley Road North, HigherPoynton (GR SJ943833). £3. Teams free. LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 43.24 L. Taggart 2007; f. - [Mynydd Myfyr results](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/mynydd-myfyr-results/) - Hi all - Results for Mynydd Myfyr last Bank Holiday 25/05/09. http://www.oswestryolympians.co.uk/seniors/senior_homepage.htm Helsby placings: 14th Adair Broughton 24.28 65th Phil Gillard 29.47 70th Vanessa Griffiths 30.19 79th Kathryn Roberts 30.42 96th Andy Todd 32.25 and well done to Andy Todd who came first in his category! Hope to see lots of you at the next - [Goyt's Moss and Goyt Valley series](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/goyts-moss-and-goyt-valley-series/) - Hardy hill man Phil Gillard was our sole representative at Goyt's Moss last Wednesday. Don't fear though, if you're kicking yourself for missing the chance to get wet, muddy and generally exhausted the good news is Goyt's Moss is just the first in the Goyt Valley series. Other dates: Race 2 - Whaley Waltz (BS) - [Birkenhead park 5](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/birkenhead-park-5/) - Wirral AC's Birkenhead Park road race, Wed June 3rd, 7:45pm. Open five mile race, with junior races on the night starting from 7pm. Club counter. Entry form here - [2009 AGM](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/agm/) - The annual club presentation evening is Wednesday 17th June, in the club lounge. Club AGM and prizegiving. If you have anything to raise, let Andy Smith know so we can make time. Starts around 8pm, after the usual club run. All welcome! - [Edale country fair fell race](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/edale-country-fair-fell-race/) - Sunday 7th June. Edale Country Fair fell race. A cracking fell race attached to a good country fair. Nearly all the race route can be seen from the fair ground. EDALE COUNTRY DAY (R). AS. 11.00 a.m. 4.7m/1328', registration at Edale Village Hall (GR SK124853). £5 includes entry to Country Day. ER/LK/NS/PM. Over 16. Records: - [Mobberley 5, Thursday 28 May](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/mobberley-5-thursday-28-may/) - Entries available on the night. 5m multi-terrain, by Manchester Airport! Race registration at the Railway Inn, Mobberley (by Mobberley railway station). Starts 7pm. - [Last road counter, next road counter](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/last-club-counter-next-club-counter/) - Results for the Dunham Massey 5k race held on Friday 22nd May http://www.ukresults.net/2009/dunham1.html Individual times and positions as below. Well done to all taking part. 30th Adair Broughton 18.12 83rd Geoff Shaw 20.34 173rd Janet Shaw 27.46 176th Carol Shaw 28.30 Next road club counter is Wednesday 3rd June 7.45pm at Birkenhead Park for a 5mile race. Details here http://www.wirralac.co.uk/ Adair - [Upcoming events](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/upcoming-events/) - Next road race counter is Friday 22nd May @ 7.15pm (now full). Next fell counter is the delightful (and fairly short) Mynydd Myfyr race nr Oswestry held on Monday 25th May, and for those new to fell/hill running is a very highly recommended introduction......plus plenty of cake afterwards. Tattenhall Tough Challenge. Teams of three, 9 - [2009 events listing](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/events-listing/) - Adair Broughton brings us this excellent listing of events around and about. Most of these are local or up to about an hour's travelling distance from Helsby. http://www.distantmoons.com/running.html Truly a labour of love! Nice one. - [Rainow 5 fell race](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/rainow/) - Let's hope for some good weather at tonight's Rainow 5. A decent turnout should be expected from the fell runners amongst us, with this race featuring as one of this year's Club Counters[1]. 5m and 750' of climbing, so hopefully nothing too desperate. [1]Runners collect points from their perfomance against other club members towards the ## Pages - [About us](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/) - Helsby Running Club Our objective is to bring local runners together to improve physical & mental health by running, racing, training & community activity. - [XC and Border's League](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/club-championships/winter-xc-and-borders-league/) - 2026 / 2027 Season [Last update: 3 September]: details those known at this time. Race information Borders League: www.bordersleague.org.uk NW Sunday XC League: events usually include free tea & sandwiches after the race, www.stevesaunders.co.uk Liverpool & District XC: www.lps-athletics.co.uk/ld-cross-country Cheshire Country Cross-Country Championships: www.cheshireaa.com Borders: to take part it's very simple, turn up in your - [Book an Appointment](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/wpbc-appointment-booking/) - [Committee](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/about/committee/) - As at June 2026. Some of these are marked 'vacant', feel free to get involved. Many hands make light work. You can do as much or as little as you can. If you wish to contact any of the committee and don't have their emails or phone numbers, please go to helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/contact-us/ Officers Captains Race - [Four Villages Half Marathon race details & FAQs - our 43rd race!](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/four-villages-half/four-villages-half-details/) - Race Next race takes place on Sunday 17th January 2027 at 10:30am. Entries open soon via Nifty. Course A scenic road race through rural countryside, passing through the Cheshire villages of Dunham on the Hill, Mouldsworth, Manley, and Helsby. Full course information here: Course page. Where is race HQ? Race HQ/Start line is at Helsby - [Four Villages Half Marathon](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/four-villages-half/) - Helsby Running Club's 43rd Four Villages Half Marathon (4VHM). One of the only Half Marathons in the UK organised by a community running club for runners. Race taking place on Sunday 17 January 2027 at 10:30am ENTRIES COMING SOON By a community running club. For the running community. The 4VHM is back for 2027! We're - [Club records](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/club-records/) - This page lists the club records for various distances. It is drawn primarily from the Power of 10 data. Whilst, this is reasonably comprehensive over the last 10 years or so, there are some notable performances pre-dating this data, these are listed separately for ease. If you notice that a performance of yours is missing, if it - [2026 agenda](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/2026-agenda/) - Our 2026 AGM will be Monday 22 June at 7:30pm at Ellesmere Port Track, Arran Ave, Ellesmere Port CH65 9JE Do please come along, we need a certain number of attendees for validity. Our chair has promised to run things efficiently! Agenda & previous minutes Previous minutes from 2025: 2025 minutes Introductory notes Thank you - [2025 AGM](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/2025-agm/) - Our 2025 AGM will be Wednesday 4 June at 7:30pm at Helsby Community Sports Club, WA6 0DL. Agenda & previous minutes Previous minutes from 2024: 2024 minutes Introductory notes Thank you to everyone that makes this club great! Special thanks to everyone providing their reports below. Beyond these official positions, numerous others also contribute and - [Club nights](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/club-nights/) - We have two regular training sessions – Monday and Wednesday evenings. Members also hook up informally for weekend runs too (try the Facebook group). Come down to a few Monday or Wednesday runs and give it a go. No need to join just yet. Wednesday evenings Our Wednesday run is our main training night with a - [Join us](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/join-us/) - Try before you buy… We know it’s a big step to join a running club — most people are worried everyone will be too fast, too serious or just not that friendly. But we’re not like that (our ethos). Please come down to a few regular Monday or Wednesday runs and make sure you fit - [Joe Beswick Sandstone Trail Challenge](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/sandstone-trail-challenge/) - UPDATE: Following the collapse of the Llangollen canal and subsequent restrictions put in place by the Canal and River Trust, we have amended the start line. The start line in Whitchurch will now be at the Lockside Cafe in Grindley Brook. This shortens the race by approximately 2 miles / 3km. Run the Ridge. 32 - [2026 club championships](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/2026-club-championships/) - The races in the Helsby Running Club 2026 road, trail and fell. More about how the counters works and the history of our club championships, by clicking here. Road 15 March (Sun), Secret Half, avtiming.com/secret15 April (Wed), Chester Spring 5, wcac.niftyentries.com30 May (Sat), Warrington parkrun, use your regular parkrun barcode21 June (Sun), Penny Lane Striders - [Full Day Booking](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/wp-booking-calendar-full-day/) - [Time Slots Booking](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/wp-booking-calendar-time-slots/) - [Time Appointments Booking](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/wp-booking-calendar-time-appointments/) - [Contact Form](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/wp-booking-calendar-contact/) - [Four Villages Half Marathon age category records](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/four-villages-half/four-villages-half-marathon-age-category-records/) - These records represent slight variations on the course over the years, as adjustments were made. Some may be considered 'softer' or 'harder', but all are for the magical 13.1 distance. *Current course. The course has had several minor changes in recent years. For the purposes of these records minor variations on the Helsby, Dunham, Mouldsworth, - [Robbie Webster Wobbler](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/robbie-webster-wobbler/) - 2026 race This year’s race is taking place on Wednesday 17 June at 7pm. Entries online will open on 11 May at 5pm and are limited to 125 entries. You can enter here: helsbyrunningclub.niftyentries.com/Robbie-Websters-Wobbler2026. Hint: we normally sell out! The weather has been booked but we're not telling you what we've arranged. 2025 race This year’s event was - [Sandstone Trail Challenge 2026 - GPX download](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/sandstone-trail-challenge-2026-gpx-download/) - GPX Download Download the GPX file for the 2026 event below. Please make sure you have read the Participant's Handbook before using it – it contains important route, safety, and checkpoint information not shown in the GPX. The route is subject to change. Any updates will be published here and emailed to participants. Please ensure - [Our races](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/our-races/) - Helsby half We host the well loved Four Villages Half Marathon (sponsored by EET) at the start of the year – the perfect motivation to keep running over the Christmas period, and the start of many people’s road campaign for the year. The race is around the 3rd or 4th Sunday of January, entries typically - [Booking Form Preview](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/wpbc-bfb-preview/) - [Four Villages Half Marathon past winners](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/four-villages-half/four-villages-half-marathon-past-winners/) - Records Men - 1:04:36 - Carl Warren (2002) Old course: 1:04:11 Kevin McCluskey Women - 1:13:08 - Marion Sutton (2002) Scroll down for multiple winners and first local Bios of record holders Marian Sutton is one of Britain’s most successful marathon runners of the late 1990s. More... Representing Westbury Harriers, she set the Four Villages - [Four villages race results](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/four-villages-half/four-villages-race-results/) - Well done everyone! Great running, thanks for taking part. If you're local and enjoyed the race, have you thought about joining the club? Runners of all standards welcome! 2026 race (42nd event) 2026 race results [Nifty Entries] Mick Hall's race and event pics [free to download] Our race pics here [free] 2025 race (41st event) 2025 race results - [Four Villages multiple completions](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/four-villages-half/four-villages-race-results/four-villages-multiple-completions/) - We are aiming to list all those who have completed the Four Villages Half Marathon ten or more times. If you have, please contact us via the comments section at the bottom of this page telling your name, the years that you completed the race, your fastest time (optional), and your club(s) (optional). All results - [More about championships](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/club-championships/) - We run an annual championship open to all club members for the prestigious title of Club Champions for both male and female athletes. As well as overall championships, we also award age category. The aim is to reward performance and encourage participation. The championship is split into five categories: Summer Club Championship races (road, fell - [2025 championships](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/2025-championships/) - The races in the Helsby Running Club 2025-26 fell, road, trail, Borders and cross-country championships are below (go to results for latest results and standings): To find out more about how the counters works and the history of our club championships, you can find out by clicking here. Rules and prize eligibility The rules this - [Four Villages Half Marathon - Local Resident Information](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/4vhmresidents/) - The 42nd Four Villages Half Marathon will take place on Sunday 18th January 2026, through the local parishes of Helsby, Dunham on the Hill, Barrow, Ashton Hayes, Mouldsworth, Manley and Alvanley. The race is organised by Helsby Running Club with the support of local community groups. In 2025 we donated £14,000 to local charities and the - [Sandstone trail challenge – entry information](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/sandstone-entry-conditions/) - Conditions of entry The event is open to anyone aged 18 or over who is fit and has sufficient experience and confidence in their ability to complete the approximately 34 mile distance. Please note, if diversions are put in place, the route may be longer. Dogs may be allowed onto the coaches transporting participants to - [Results](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/club-championships/results/) - 2025 Club Championships The latest results and standings are 2024 Club Championships The final results and standings were 2023 Club Championships The final results and standings were 2022 Club Championships The final results and standings were 2021 Club Championships Congratulations to all those below who have won our 2021 Club Championships and congratulations to all - [Track Night](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/track-night/) - Entries for 2025's event are now open! Event Details - Roster Athletics · Helsby RC Track Night 2025 In 2023, Helsby Running Club held their first inter-club track night. This event gave members the opportunity to test themselves in a track racing environment without the pressure of an official race event. We held relay races - [Sandstone challenge results](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/sandstone-challenge-results/) - Records & past years These are the current record times for completing the Sandstone Trail in its present form, ie between Sherry Mill Hill, Whitchurch and either the Bear’s Paw or Frodsham Community Centre in Frodsham. The Bear’s Paw is the official end point of the Trail, and the Community Centre is the end point - [Constitution, codes of practice and privacy](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/constitution-codes-of-practice-and-privacy/) - Constitution (as web page or as PDF) Inclusion Policy Safeguarding UK Athletics & England Athletics Codes of Conduct (the club and its members are required to abide by these codes of conduct) Discipline and appeal process Health & Safety Policy Code 1: marshaling Code 2: London Marathon places Code 3: social media policy Code 4: - [parkrun Handicap Series](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/parkrun-handicap-series/) - For 2025, we're adapting our parkrun handicap series. This competition is designed to encourage participation in local free parkruns whilst also encouraging improvement in everyone's individual running. The rules of the series are simple but, this year we've added some challenges to give you more opportunities to improve your score: You will need a parkrun - [Booking](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/booking/) - Google booking sheet All bookings are now made using this Google booking sheet; see below for a read-only version of the booking sheet. IMPORTANT: to book, please use this link. UPDATE: In January 2025, the booking form was moved from a personal Google account to a club Google account - the links on this page - [Couch to 5K (C25K)](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/c25k/) - Helsby Running Club are proud to be again running a Couch to 5K course starting on Monday 6th January 2025! (New Year, New You - lets go!!) Perfect for those looking to get fit, get back into running, or try something completely new. Everyone is welcome! Sign up for Couch to 5k When? Every Monday - [Four villages course](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/four-villages-half/four-villages-course/) - Course description Fully closed to traffic, with a rolling re-opening of sections when safe. The course is fully marshalled and we ask you NOT to wear headphones so you can follow instructions. We've adjusted the course to take into account the new start HQ. Long standing entrants will recognise some of the changes reverting to - [TEST - Joe Beswick Sandstone Challenge](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/test-joe-beswick-sandstone-challenge/) - Helsby Running Club's is proud to organise the Joe Beswick Sandstone Trail, an end to end challenge for walkers and runners. The epic challenge to complete the 34 mile trail with 4,160 feet of elevation in under 10 hours, keeps people coming back year after year! Next race day is Sunday 11th May 2025. Entries - [2024 AGM](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/2024-agm/) - Our 2024 AGM will be held on Wednesday 12 June at 7:30pm at Helsby Community Sports Club, WA6 0DL. Agenda & previous minutes Agenda 2023 minutes Reports Chair's report – Chris Fitzpatrick Vice Chair & Coaching report – June Whitehead Mens Captains report – Mike Fryer Ladies' Captain's report – Debbie Read Fell Captains' report - [Helsby 3 Peaks Challenge](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/helsby-3-peaks-challenge/) - For some time I'd been pondering the idea of doing the 3 peaks. However I didn’t want to spend hours in a car to visit the three highest points in Scotland, England and Wales. Similarly I didn’t want to wait until April for the slightly more local Yorkshire version. No my version was far more - [2023/24 Club Championship results](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/2023-24-club-championship-results/) - Congratulations to all the winners 2023/24 Club Championship Results https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Helsby-Club-Counter-Overall-2023_24.xlsx - [](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/2023-agm/) - Our 2023 AGM was held on Wednesday 14 June at 7:45pm at Helsby Community Sports Club, WA6 0DL. The minutes of this meeting are available here. Agenda & previous minutes Agenda2022 AGM minutes Reports Chair's report - Chris FitzpatrickMen's Captain's report - Mike FryerLadies' Captain's report - Debbie Read Fell Captains report - Laura Baynham-Hughes - [Northern Masters Refund (NMAC)](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/northern-master-refund/) - Dear NMAC runnerWe hope you had a great race but need to let you know about a problem with the entry form ☹. The race was not a Northern Masters Athletics Club (NMAC) nominated event - our mistake.We were previously a NMAC championship and this year's race was an England Masters event. That's the cause of the - [Four Villages Half Marathon 2024 Prize Payment](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/four-villages-half-marathon-2024-prize-payment/) - Loading… - [Time Trial Races](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/time-trial-races/) - In 2024, Helsby Running Club will be holding two Time Trial events across the summer. This offers members the opportunity to test themselves on a fast course without the pressure of a race environment. There will be a 1 Mile TT and 10K TT course laid out on two separate Wednesday night runs. 1 Mile - [Club Standards](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/club-standards/) - Club standards are designed to encourage members to enter more races and try to achieve pre-set standards which will be awarded by the club. These standards gender and age specific and are based on on the World Standard Times published by the WMA (World Masters Athletics), and consist of WORLD, PLATINUM, GOLD, SILVER, BRONZE, COPPER. For example the GOLD standard is set at approximately 135% of - [RunHelsby on Social Media](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/runhelsby-on-social-media/) - Facebook If you want to keep up to date with everything related to Helsby Running Club then our Facebook pages are a great place to start. You can follow the Helsby Running Club Facebook page or join our private Helsby Running Club and find out what everyone is up to and how you can get - [Summer hill route](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/club-runs/) - During the summer months we get the opportunity to get out and have some fun on the hill behind Helsby. This is a fine training run and even those of us noted for disliking hills seem to enjoy the workout. Don't be alarmed if this route sounds complex, you'll soon get the hang of it, - [Club Night Winter Routes](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/club-night-winter-routes/) - On Wednesday nights we have a number of groups that will set out on various routes. To see more details on the routes, you can click on the garmin link provided. Frodsham Route https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/242059809 https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/242059961 https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/242060131 Elton Route https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/242060285 https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/242060386 https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/242060654 https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/242061032 - [About](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/about/) - All about Helsby. We are a friendly club based around happy runners from Helsby, Frodsham, Runcorn, Elton, Chester and surrounding villages. Try it, you might like it. Finding us We are in Helsby village, Cheshire. From junction 14 on the M56, follow the A56 to Helsby and Frodsham. After you enter the village, you'll pass - [Booking Form](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/wpbc-booking/) - [Booking Received](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/wpbc-booking-received/) - Thank you for your booking. Your booking has been successfully received. - [Why cross country?](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/why-cross-country/) - It's that time of year again! Cross country season - a mix of league and championship events open to all. Cross country is a fabulous low stress experience that gets to the heart of why we run. No times, no race numbers (apart from champs events) just plain old tussles against people of a similar - [Charities and partners](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/four-villages-half/charities-and-partners/) - Thank you to Essar and our other sponsors, Asics and Running Bear. As well as giving you a great race, we also support a number of local charities from the money raised. The charities and good causes we've supported recently are: Halton Haven Hospice (headline good cause)Hospice of Good Shepherd (headline good cause)Horns Mill School Elton Guides Helsby Guides Helsby - [Constitution](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/about/constitution/) - The text of the constitution is available below or as a PDF here. CONSTITUTION OF HELSBY RUNNING CLUB 1) Name of Club a) The Club shall be known as Helsby Running Club ("the Club"). 2) Purpose and Use of this Constitution a) This Constitution is to set out the agreed rules between the members of - [Road, fell & trail](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/club-championships/summer-road-fell-and-trail-races/) - The races in the Helsby Running Club 2022 fell, road and trail championships [last updated 25 August 22] are: The rules this year are simple. 7 races from each category and the best 4 races to count to be able to win your category, which have been lowered from 5 to 4.You must run in - [Discipline and appeals process](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/about/discipline-and-appeals-process/) - Helsby Running Club's discipline and appeals policy is set out in section 14 of our constitution. If this policy needs to be applied, the club will take advice from England Athletics and follow the process they advise. The current England Athletics resources are on their Club Hub and include: UK Athletics and HCAF Senior Athletes - [2022 Robbie Webster Wobbler results](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/robbie-webster-wobbler/2022-robbie-webster-wobbler-results/) - Individual results - [Second claim membership](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/join-us/second-claim-membership/) - This is a simplified form for joining as a second claim member. To join us as any other type of membership, please use the form on www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/join-us Loading… - [2022 AGM](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/2022-agm/) - Our 2022 AGM will be held on Wednesday 25 May at 8:15pm at Helsby Community Sports Club, WA6 0DL Agenda & previous minutes Agenda2021 AGM minutes Reports Chair's report - Phil Gillard4VHM report - Laura Baynham-HughesBorders League report - Chris FitzpatrickRobbie Webster Wobbler report - Chris FitzpatrickVice Chair's report - Chris FitzpatrickMen's Captain's report - - [Sandstone trail checkpoints](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/sandstone-trail-checkpoints/) - Checkpoints There will be five intermediate checkpoints, around 5-6 miles apart, each manned by volunteer marshals. They will all provide drinks, snack food and sympathy where necessary. Checkpoint locations are expected to be: CP1: Lay-by at Bickleywood near No Man’s Heath, GR 523480CP2: Bickerton, just before the A534, at a minor road junction, GR 514537. - [Safeguarding](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/about/safeguarding/) - A safe and supportive club has always been a priority for Helsby Running Club. We want people to enjoy their running and thrive in a welcoming and mutually supportive environment. We follow the guidance of our governing bodies, England Athletics (EA) and UK Athletics (UKA). Their adult and child safety policies, along with other important - [2021 AGM](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/2021-agm/) - Officers Reports ChairTreasurer and Membership SecretaryLadies CaptainFour Villages Half MarathonKit Secretary Amendments to our constitution A number of amendments to our constitution are proposed. These are detailed and explained in the link below Amendments to constitution for 2021 AGM Codes of Conduct The following resolution on UK Athletics' Codes of Conduct is proposed: Helsby Running - [2021 Robbie Webster Wobbler results](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/robbie-webster-wobbler/2021-robbie-webster-wobbler-results/) - Individual results Team - [Contact us](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/contact-us/) - Question, comment, or just something nice to say? We’d love to hear from you! Drop us a message and we’ll get back to you when we can. Thanks! Helsby Running Club Helsby Community Sports Club Callender Way, Helsby FRODSHAM WA6 0FX runners@helsbyrunningclub.org.uk [contact-form-7 id="334" title="contact form"] - [Risk Assessments](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/booking/risk-assessments/) - Instructions COVID winter run instructions Risk assessments and maps Route AFrodsham route: Risk assessment Map GarminRoute BLONG: Manley route: Risk assessment Map GarminSHORT: Alvanley route: Risk assessment and MapRoute CMickle Trafford route: Risk assessment Map GarminMarshes route: Risk assessment (not available yet) Map1 Map2 Questions If you have any questions, please contact Phil, Chair of - [Programme](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/booking/programme/) - Wednesday evening club runsMonday evening training sessions - not yet available - provisional bookings for Ellesmere Port Sports Village track have been made for Mon 5 Oct, Mon 2 Nov, Mon 1 Dec, Mon 4 Jan, Mon 1 Feb and Mon 1 Mar Last updated: 26 September 2020 Helsby Running Club booking pages Main booking - [Other](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/other/) - [Fell essentials](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/fell-essentials/) - Runners new to the fells often get worried about the gear they have to carry and getting lost. It’s really not as complicated as you might think and most courses require minimal navigation (unless you happen to be leading!). There’s a good little summary below of race day essentials borrowed from Pete Bland. As a thanks, - [Our ethos](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/our-ethos/) - What makes us tick, what we can do for you. Helsby Running Club’s objective is to bring together local runners to improve their physical wellbeing and mental health by means of races, training activities and social media. We welcome and will provide activities for all types of runners - runners who want to improve their - [Gallery](https://www.helsbyrunningclub.org.uk/gallery-2/) - Lommodo ligula eget dolor. Aenean massa. Cum sociis que penatibus et magnis dis parturient montes lorem, nascetur ridiculus mus. Donec quam felis, ultricies nec, pellentesque eu, pretium quis, sem. Nulla onsequat massa quis enim. Donec pede justo fringilla vel aliquet nec vulputate eget. 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