Beating the heat at Brooksie’s Bash
Water sprays at checkpoints and more at the end kept the runners cool.
Some liked it hot at Brooksie’s Bash (Sunday 17 July) as they ran 10 Miles or 5K in difficult conditions on a course that included a few hills. The stunning location and willing volunteers made it a memorable Bash for those taking part.
Organisers Peak Running brought the start time forward to 9am, in response to the Met Office warning of the heatwave arriving in the UK. This was one of several measures to keep everyone safe that also included a spray of water at the checkpoints and a further dousing at the finish.
The 10 Mile race started in front of Foremarke Hall where runners completed a small loop within the grounds before continuing along a beautiful route through the woods and countryside. Most of the course was on footpaths and bridleways and with the sun shining through the trees, was a pleasure to run on a warm summer’s morning.
A 5K ‘Mini-Bash’ started 5 minutes afterwards and used a section of the 10 mile route on footpaths and a small section of road. This race included a family-friendly walk in partnership with charity Derbyshire Mind which took advantage of the green space boosting mental as well as physical wellbeing.
M50 Chris Nicoll of Derby Tri Club was the men’s 10 Mile winner in 1:04:58. Andy Macewen of Shelton Striders was second in 1:06:43 with teammate Kenny Malton third in 1:09:00.
Abbey Van Dijk of Derby AC was the winning female in 1:09:46 and a new course record. Stacey Sangster of Long Eaton RC was second in 1:18:08 and Kelly Knight of South Derbyshire Road Runners third in 1:18:13.
First and third places in the 5K went to female runners. Molly Ibbs of Newcastle (Staffs) AC won in 24:57 followed by Adam Bourn in 25:51. Caroline Scott of Sinfin RC was third in 26:03.
View the rest of the results via the runABC Midlands Race Listings page.
Peak Running supports the environment and the National Trust and gave runners the option to plant a tree instead of purchasing a race t-shirt. Eight trees have been planted so far, all in keeping with the community based nature of the Bash.
Courtesy of Stephen Lee’s Images.
