Joss Naylor Lakeland Challenge – Fri 31 May
From Jann Smith… At 47 miles, with 17,000 feet of climbing, the JNLC is a tough mountain challenge. It’s about three quarters of a Bob Graham Round, an East to West traverse of the Lake District. You have to touch 30 designated summits and have a time limit depending on age and gender set on […]
Vic’s Memorial Run – to take place Thu 30 May
From Helen Horton… Many of you will be aware of the recent sad loss of former Ilkley Harrier Vic Verecondi (Aussie Vic). To coincide with his memorial service in Australia, a short run in his honour, followed by drinks at the Bar T’at is to take place Thursday 30th May at 7.30 pm. Vic’s sons have […]
A busy weekend for Christos Tzelis – 26/27 May
From Neil Chapman… On Sunday Christos was competing with 250 others in the Darley Moor Sprint Duathlon, where he finished 3rd on the podium overall, but 1st U20. The race was won by Matthew Nelson in 51:09 and Christos finished in an impressive 52:29. What was particularly pleasing for Christos is that he was sharing […]
Ilkley Gazette Report w/c 28 May
From Jean Sullivan… A race win and a new club record; another great week for the Ilkley Harriers! Always a landmark in the Ilkley Harriers calendar, but especially now more than ever, with this race being dedicated to former Ilkley Harrier athlete, coach and friend to all, Pete Shields; This bank holiday weekend saw the […]
A busy weekend for Christos Tzelis – 26/27 May
From Neil Chapman… On Sunday Christos was competing with 250 others in the Darley Moor Sprint Duathlon, where he finished 3rd on the podium overall, but 1st U20. The race was won by Matthew Nelson in 51:09 and Christos finished in an impressive 52:29. What was particularly pleasing for Christos is that he was sharing […]
Pete Shields Ilkley Trail Race – Mon 27 May
From Dan McKeown… After an uncertain forecast, the Pete Shields Ilkley Trail Race took place in almost passable weather. Being in the registration / results tent, I barely needed my waterproof at all. Despite the lowering skies, 170 runners opted to spend their bank holiday with us and they were rewarded, for the most part, […]
Helvellyn and the Dodds and other May races
From Dave Robson… May has been a bumper month for my new race challenge, with three completed… Helvellyn & the Dodds Fell Race: Advertised by Keswick AC as 15 miles and 1337 metres ascent, this was always going to be a tough race. The course is an out and back From Threlkeld Cricket Club to […]
Jura Fell Race – Sat 25 May
From Alison Weston… Nea Weston completed the gruelling Jura Fell race at the weekend (after an exciting time trying to get there by bike via Colonsay!) The race is 28 km with 7 summits, including the Paps of Jura, and 2370 m ascent. The race was won by Jack Wright in 3 hrs 18 and […]
Manchester Great Run 10k – Sun 26 May
Nathan Edmondson has broken his own club record for the 10k in the Men’s Open category, running 29:48 today in Manchester which saw him finish in 22nd position. Congratulations on going sub 30 minutes! Clare Boyle, David Ibbotson and Juliet Green were the other Ilkley representatives in the race. Results
John Carr 5k – Day of the 5,000 PBs – Sun 26 May
From Helen Waddington… A new iteration of the much missed John Carr 5ks, which many IH have enjoyed in the past. This version, hosted by Saltaire Striders (with Racebest providing the timing), took place at the Greenhead Athletics track in Keighley. A trackside DJ provided an upbeat, friendly atmosphere as runners warmed up and family and […]