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Soggy good running at Stanwick Villages Races

Nice Weather For Ducks At Stanwick Races

Runners young and not-so-young defied the rain at this Easter Monday community event

It was a day to remember at Stanwick Village Races (Monday 10 April) and whilst conditions were on the soggy side, everyone was raring to go. They ran 10K or 2K whilst still managing to leave enough energy for the after party at the Duke of Wellington pub.

The fine, sunny weather over the Easter weekend was replaced with something we are more used to on a Bank Holiday – rain! Stanwick is known for its boot and shoe industries and a good pair of Wellingtons might have been needed instead of trainers due to the weather. It was a tad moist en route...

However, skin is waterproof as the saying goes and the wet weather didn’t spoil a well organised event from Stanwick Race Group that raises funds for local charities and community groups. The 10K and 2K Junior Run proved very popular and there were awards and medals to be earned.

The 10K started at 10am and involved running a single undulating loop on lanes and roads around the area. There were several drinks stations catering for thirsty runners and plenty of marshals ensuring everyone stayed on course and motivated to the end.

David Hudson of Huntingdonshire AC was the winner in 32:36. Mark Hill of Rugby & Northampton AC was second in 32:45 and Callum Webb of Higham Harriers third in 33:23.

Alice Belcher of Wellingborough & District AC was the women’s winner in 35:55 followed by Shannon Barton of Diamond Runners in 38:15. Kelly Barnett of Wellingborough & District AC finished third in 38:32.  There were medals for all 10K finishers.

Then it was the turn of the youngsters who bounded through the rain in the Junior 2K with their eyes on the prize or an award if they made the podium in their age group (8 – 9, 10 – 11 and 12 – 14 years old). All junior finishers were rewarded with a medal and creme egg.

View all the results from the 10K and Junior 2K via the runABC Midlands Race Listing page.

From a damp run to dry fun and a party at the Duke of Wellington pub that was moved inside due to the weather. Runners, their friends and families enjoyed the hospitality of this 18th century establishment, ending the Easter holiday on a high.

Image courtesy of Bill Robinson.

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