Report by Jon:
What a fabulous bank holiday weekend at Glamis Castle, Scotland for the final leg of the Fur Nations international Canicross event
After 3 days of brilliant racing on fabulous courses, it was England that eventually took the trophy, with Scotland second and Wales third.
The sport was the real winner though. The atmosphere was sporting and inspiring throughout. I loved every moment, generally ran well and learnt loads.
It was fab to see the young kids getting involved. Some are ridiculously quick and surely are future champions in the making.
Of course, Huxley had to lower the tone by ripping down the door blind in the camping pod that I was staying in. I had to pay for a full replacement blind, but that was never going to be more than a minor blip on a great trip.
Can’t wait for next year.
Race report by Rachel H: Ribby Hall Triathlon didn’t disappoint, the atmosphere in the pool area was relaxed and not highly competitive which helped with the nerves, the swim went well and I didn’t miss count my lengths then into T1, greeted by a very jovial chap with a blue moustache, glad I opted to ... Ribby Hall Triathlon
The Runthrough Media City race series returned for 2025 on Wednesday. Jo and Rachel S headed to Salford to compete in the 5k. In a slightly change to the course, the race commenced outside the Lowry Theatre. It was a busy race with over 700 runners competing over two distances. The 5k and 10k start ... Media City April 5k
Preston Parkrun Dave Wilkes 22:30 (second in age category) Gareth Pratt 23:09 Hazel Hatfield 23:29 (6th female and 1st in age category) Jo McManus 23:50 (9th female and second in age category) Andy Laycock 23:54 (third in age group) Brian Halton 24:13 Luke Baker 24:19 (third in age category) Tony Maxwell 25:03 Rachel Hancock 25:13 ... Parkrun Results 26 April 2025