Frome runners impress up hill and down dale

On May 21, Frome runner Alan Brawn ventured up to the jewel of the north, Manchester, to take part in the Manchester Half Marathon. Following a fast, flat route that takes runners past the city’s iconic landmarks, Alan crossed the finish line in an impressive 01:54:10. The same day saw the return of a local classic, the Dilton Dash. A number of Frome’s club runners turned out for this 10k mixed terrain race with Ronan Ferguson storming home in 00:46:46 to bag seventh position overall. He was followed by Emma Surridge in 00:51:56 (2nd female), Julie Chilvers in 00:58:36 and Emma Evans in 01:07:31. 

Ted and Paul at the Bratton Hilly

On the following Saturday, 27 May, another local favourite, The Bratton Hilly, put the perfect finish on the month. Frome fielded a strong contingent for this challenging 11k multi-terrain course, a fact that was reflected in the team result, with Frome Running Club finishing first in the team rankings. Leading the charge once again was Ronan Ferguson, who posted a speedy time of 00:49:27. Hot on his heels was Paul Horton, who crossed the line in 00:51:19. Ted Sprules (MV70) was the next Frome runner to finish in 00:52:32, earning himself 1st position in age category. David Alsford completed the winning team result with his time of 00:54:04.

 

Alex Fisher at The
Two Tunnels

 

As the temperatures climbed at the start of June, so too did the racing terrain. On Saturday 3 June, another Frome runner found themselves north of the Watford Gap, this time in North Yorkshire for the 11k Pen y Ghent Fell Race. Emma Surridge (FV40) took on the 1700ft of ascent and descent, finishing in 01:14:52 to bag second in age category. Closer to home, on Sunday, 4 June, Alexander Fisher decided to go under instead of over the city of Bath in the Two Tunnels 10K race. Alexander charged through the repurposed Somerset & Dorset Railway tunnels in an impressive00:43:00. 

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.