Challenges galore for Frome runners

On Sunday, 17 February, the grounds of the National Trust’s Lanhydrock House in Cornwall echoed to the sound of nearly 360 runners taking part in the Bodmin Half Marathon. The 13.1-mile route takes participants out from Bodmin College through the grounds of Lanhydrock Park and back again for two challenging, hilly, multi-terrain laps offering stunning views. Harry Ebdon (MV50-54) made his way from Frome to Cornwall for the race, posting a time of 02:01:58.

Harry was back in action two weekends later at the Imber Ultra on Sunday, 3 March, 2019. Starting and finishing in Westbury, this approximately 33-mile trail run takes runners up onto Salisbury Plain and along the Imber Range Perimeter Path, through some of the most remote parts of southern England. Andrew Smallbone completed the route in a time of 05:44:05. Harry (MV50) crossed the line not long after in 06:04:28. March 3 also saw the return of the Two Tunnels series of races in Bath. A small contingent of Frome runners braved the cold, wet weather to compete in the 5K and 10K races. Paul Waterer (MSEN) posted a time of 00:26:47 for the 5K. He was followed by Edward Butler in 00:27:35. Richard Riley (MV50-59) was the first Frome club runner to finish the 10K race, posting a time of 00:52:26. He was followed by Paul Waterer (MSEN), who had opted to run in both races on the day and crossed the line in 00:55:15. Laura Ryder (FSEN) finished in 00:55:47, followed by Sally Brooker (MV50-59) in 00:56:36, Anne Porter (FV60) in 00:57:09, Eleanor Swinhoe (FV40-49) in 00:57:49 and Bruce Lockyear (MV50-59) in 00:57:59.

Frome Running Club offers both on and off-road training and welcomes new members, whatever the ability. For more details, visit www.fromerunningclub.co.uk.