Lostock’s Hancock Reaches Parkrun Milestone in Bolton

At Bolton Parkrun, participant Rachel Hancock achieved a significant milestone by completing her 350th parkrun. This remarkable feat took place during an event featuring 340 participants, showcasing a vibrant atmosphere. The race had its share of standout performances, including Greg Kilshaw achieving a personal best time of 24:20, leading others from his club.

Notable Achievements at Bolton Parkrun

• Rachel Hancock: Finished her milestone run in 28:29, securing second in her age category.
• Janet Rhodes: Clocked in at 25:26, finishing fifth among females and achieving a Bolton PB.
• Top Performers:
  • Chris Baker – 25:36
  • Mel Goodall – 26:07
• Other Personal Bests:
  • Lee Burns – 28:25
  • Matt Withers – 28:38
  • Gillian Baker – 31:43

Completing the race, Andy Laycock finished with a time of 26:16, while Jay Smith and Heather Soden finished in 27:30 and 29:07, respectively. Those results contributed to an impressive day of running in Bolton.

Andy Kerks Takes on the Petzl Night Run

Meanwhile, on a challenging course, Andy Kerks participated in the Petzl Night Run Rivington Half Marathon. This event required athletes to navigate two strenuous laps of tough terrain under headtorch light. The route featured steep climbs, rocky paths, and a relentless headwind.

Course Challenges

• Initial steep, rocky climbs.
• Transition into a brief flat section, followed by a punishing headwind.
• Final downhill segment through terraced gardens.

Despite facing challenges, Kerks finished strong, recording a time of 2:11:19, which placed him an impressive 53rd out of 184 participants.

Tom Grundy Completes the Arc of Attrition 50

Another athlete, Tom Grundy, tackled the infamous Arc of Attrition 50 ultra marathon in Cornwall. This event, 50 miles long, kicked off with a 6:30 AM coach ride to the Minack Theatre. Participants faced harsh weather conditions as Storm Ingrid impacted their journey.

Course Experience

• Early cautious pacing due to narrow paths and stiles.
• The challenging 20-50 km section featured relentless bogs.
• Final stages revealed runnable trails under darkness.

Grundy persevered through rigorous climbs and descents, ultimately finishing in under 12 hours, showcasing remarkable endurance amid the muddy conditions.

Carol Ensor Shines at the Stockport Daffodil 10k

Carol Ensor demonstrated determination at the Stockport Daffodil 10k, overcoming illness to compete in the race. This event, now in its fifth year, took runners on a closed-road course through scenic routes in Stockport.

Race Highlights

• Fixed route starting on Jackson’s Lane.
• Course features undulating segments through country lanes and main roads.

Ensor completed the race in a noteworthy time of 1:00:38, further emphasizing her resilience as a competitor.

These events highlight the spirited community of runners across various challenges and achievements, showcasing strength and determination at every level. For more stories and updates on running events, stay tuned to Filmogaz.com.