West Wight Road Runners

Stubbington 10k

2012-01-16T23:30:00.002Z

Ten members of West Wight Road Runners turned out on a beautiful, sunny, but cold, day to take part in the popular “post Christmas” Stubbington 10k, the first HRRL race of 2012.

The men did very well, with Andrew McEwen first WWRR home, in 98^th position overall, in a field of 1466, in a time of 39.13. He was followed by Paul Judge 42.32, Gareth Knight 43.32, Ian Jolliffe 46.23, Nils Jolliffe, making his debut for the club, in a very creditable time of 52.11, and Brian Amy 57.09.

The ladies were led home by Sarah Smith, making her second appearance for WWRR, in an excellent time of 54.21. She was followed by Madeline Goodman 56.12, which was good enough for 1^st Lady Vet 65, Chris Amy 57.45 and Cherry Owens 57.48.

West Wight Road Runners Annual General Meeting

2012-01-15T01:01:00.000Z

This will be taking place at West Wight Sports Centre on January 28th, 2012 at 3.30 p.m. All members are welcome to attend.

West Wight Road Runners Club Cross Country 2012

2012-01-08T19:56:00.000Z

A small but perfectly formed group of West Wight Road Runners lined up in near-ideal conditions for the annual club cross-country.

Results were:

Men

1. Chris Pritchett 38.33

2. Dan Williams 42.00

3. Dave Cotton 47.03

4. Ian Jolliffe 48.29

5 Andrew McEwen 54.46

Ladies

1. Karen Downer 51.08

2. Chris Amy 52.39

3. Cherry Owens 55.28

Nominated

1. Andrew 0.14

2. Ian 0.29

3. Chris P 1.27

4. Cherry 2.02

5. Dave 2.57

6. Chris A 3.11

7. Karen 3.52

Other information:

There were two guests (Ally and Lora?), who ran together in 56.10 - difference from nominated 3.50

Andrew started 16 minutes, 11 seconds late. His actual time to run the course was 38.35.

Dan did not wish to formally participate in the nominated competition, but gave an estimated time (43.00) anyway, leading to a difference of 1.00

Gosport Half Marathon Sunday November 20th, 2011

2011-11-22T23:13:00.002Z

5 West Wight runners travelled over to Gosport for the half marathon on Sunday.Leading the team homewas Andrew McEwan in 1.27.21 and 13^th in his age category, 139^th overall.

Gareth Knight ran well for 1.35.08, followed by Martyn White who was 1.48.57 with Dave Cotton close behind in 1.58.56 and Karen Downer finished as the only lady in 2.10.09.

Solent Half Marathon 2011 Sunday 9 October 2011

2011-11-15T23:25:00.002Z

Six West Wight Road Runners ran the Solent Half marathon on Sunday the 9th of October.

Leading the pack was Paul Judge who ran a very creditable 1.37.21 followed home by Gareth Knight in 1.39.06 and Dan Williams in 1.54.56.

Chris Amy ( 2.00.03) was the first lady home followed by David Cotton and Karen Downer.

Boxing Day Run - a note from our Race Secretary

2011-11-13T23:51:00.000Z

Hello Runners

I have mentioned the traditional Boxing Day Run that takes place every year to a number of runners over recent weeks, many of whom did not know about the run. I think it is because this is not an organised event it just happens by magic on Boxing Day and everyone simply turns up. I am not trying to hijack that but I do remember last year a flurry of emails concerning when the run was going to start and a lot of people who normally take part getting themselves confused.

The problem is when the regular runners do not know what’s going on it does not encourage new runners to take part. The inevitable confusion over what time the proper start is and what is the route I hope can be avoided this year if we all circulate the runners we know with a common start time and provide some idea of where we go.

I have run the last five Boxing Day Runs and although that does not qualify me as an expert I can at least point runners quite literally in the right direction and tell you what I do.

So let’s call this my observations from the last five years.

Assemble on Boxing Day in the Freshwater Bay public car park for a start at 10:30.

Fancy dress is optional and anything from a full Santa Suit to a bit of tinsel or no fancy dress is fine.

It is not a race there is no timing and the common start is for fun and convince only.

Dogs are often brought along and are kept on a lead (if you have any sense) until the footpaths are reached a couple of minutes after the start. I have brought my dog along most years.

I have two images from my Garmin data last year which show you where I ran and from the people I have spoken to and my experience I consider this to be the full route or as good a stab at it as you are going to get.

The first shows the start/finish from the car park up the main road onto the pavement and then left onto the footpath that will eventually take you to the Tennyson trail at the Beacon bellow the monument.

The full route is in the second image on the route you can see the markers are every mile and I measured this as 6.34 miles last year.

If you want to cut the route a little shorter then turn left at the beacon and that will save about 2.5 miles making the run just under 4 miles.

My endpoint on the out run is the Needles Viewing Point and I touch the rail before returning. On the way back I follow the slightly lower trail nearer the sea to begin with before crossing back towards the beacon and then heading up to the Tennyson Monument. It makes it a little easier for people coming in the other direction and with having the dog it works better.

When you get back to Freshwater Bay some of the runners have been known to take a short dip in the sea. This is not compulsory and while I never have about one in five would I say normally go in (if you call that normal).

Similarly quite a lot of runners adjourn to Sandpipers for a drink/coffee/chat afterwards.

I hope to see you Boxing Day.

Gareth Knight

Race Secretary West Wight Road Runners and member of Wight Tri.

Last of the Summer Runs

2011-08-17T22:33:00.000+01:00

START AT 7.15PM

3rd August West Wight Sports Centre.

10^th August Brighstone Jubilee Car park for run

17th August Meet at Gurnard Green. Run along beach and across cliffs towards Thorness Bay.

24^th August Chale run to Hoy and beyond…... Meet at Club Captains house. Enmore Cottage, Chale Green. Half way between shop and church. Next to Newman lane. Park on verge opposite. Look for the balloons!!!!! Cake available upon request.

August 31^st Brighstone Jubilee Car Park. Dan is organising the route. Thanks Dan.

SEPTEMBER

7^th September West Wight Sports Centre Car Park

14^th September Start at 7:00pm for light conditions. Freshwater Bay Carpark. Run over Tennyson. Short course and long course. Last Summer run of the year.

Winter runs will start on the 21^st of September. We meet at the West Wight sports centre to run at 7:15pm.

SUMMER PROGRAMME JULY 2011, START AT 7.15PM

2011-06-25T20:02:00.000+01:00

6 July West Wight Sports Centre Car Park.

13 July Meet at Waverley Pub Car Park, Carisbrooke. Run up Nodgham Lane on to Tennyson Trail along to Bowcombe, Gatcombe, return via Shepherd’s Trail to Carisbrooke back to Waverley. Maybe stay for a meal??

20 July Meet at Sun Inn, Hulverstone. Run down to Brook beach and along to either Chilton or Brighstone. Back along cliff top.

27 July Totland Bay Pier. Run up to Headon Warren and back.

Madeira Ultra Races 2011 - Report by Andrew Fishleigh

2011-06-12T17:11:00.002+01:00

Earlier this year my wife Janet and I decided to have a break in Madeira for10 days in May. I had spotted via a website search that the Madeira Ultra Trail races were on, with the 100k and 55 k being awarded points to qualify for the Mont Blanc 2010 Ultra race, an event for which I am supremely unqualified.

However I felt that the 25k race was a good start since I have not run a marathon for 8 years or so, and I applied online back in February / March.

The pre race organization was brilliant with regular updates online, and the only problem was trying to pay the race entry fee of 25 euros without paying the same amount in fees to my Bank here…. But the organizers waived this and said pay on the day! The events’ headquarters were in Porto Moniz a few yards from our hotel, where my race would end.

One of the attractions was the location, since we had been out there before and love the island, as well as the fact that the hotel would give us a sea balcony, with breakfast and they would collect us from the other side of the island at the airport – all for 40 euros a night!! With swimming pool, jacuzzi and sauna thrown in we could not go wrong!

The races all started on Saturday 14 May so we got flights on the Wednesday in good time to attend registration on the Friday, and time for a practice run or two.

The 100k race started at 6am from outside the hotel at which time I was blissfully unaware of this event, as my race was a civilised 10 am start. We were bussed to the start 25k or so away in the clouds and the mountains, and I was glad that I was wearing longer running bottoms and a long sleeve shirt as 1200 metres up it was cold and damp.

The race involved about 500 metres of uphill climb over the first 8 miles or so but more downhill towards the end. There were about 35 of us in the 25k. I decided to go off at a decent pace and was in the first 3 for about a mile and then what looked like 5 runners went past me in a flash, so I was 7^th. The race was all off road and well marked by streamers in the trees and bushes. After about 4 miles I was sure I had taken a wrong turn, so went back and retraced steps only to find I had been ok all along…. So wasting precious minutes.

I managed to bang my leg into a boulder crossing a stream after 6 miles or so which was painful and bloody and at about that stage was overtaken by another runner so I was 8^th.

Shortly after this the first check in point was situated in a lonely tent in the middle of nowhere stocked with some welcome cakes, fruit and drinks and a computer pin check to ensure we were on the right track.

Following that I never saw another runner for 10 miles until the finish so quite a lonely run ensued, which passed another isolated check point and wound past miles of levadas ( Madeiran watercourses) still 1000 metres or so up and in the clouds. I managed to fall over about 5 times in total on ridiculous slopes and difficult terrain but the ground was soft and no further injuries resulted.

About 3 miles from the end a massive downhill run began, off road to begin with but as we approached the outskirts of Porto Moniz the course went on road. The hill leading into town was like going down an eternal Boniface Down with corkscrew bends, cobble stones and uneven flint paths everywhere! I have tried to portray this in the pictures attached.

As I got to the bottom, my legs felt shattered but the sight of the finishing line gave me a bit of renewed energy and I came in 8^th in just over 3.5 hours. The winner did it in 2.45.

I was happy to later discover that I was first vet 50 home, which made up for the fact that I had lost my bet with Paul Judge who said I ‘d do it in under 2.30!

We then watched others runners coming home in the 55k and 100k races which was very interesting especially when the French 100k winner came in as he looked as if he had been out for a stroll, being interviewed as he crossed the line and talking quite normally – he had managed the course in 14 hours and had got lost for an hour! It later transpired he was 5^th in the last Mont Blanc Ultra race.

The next day all runners and partners were invited to lunch in a local restaurant. There were about 130 runners in total so it was quite a lively affair, and we managed to meet up on the same table with 2 runners from Nottingham one of whom had won the 55k race.

Overall the race and trip was well worth the effort and money. We had 10 nights there and with air fares and hotel the basic cost per person was about £300. So a long weekend would be about £200 odd.

At this stage I am not sure what the plans are for next year as they have not decided on routes etc but if any WW runners are looking for a different race in 2010 this could be the event for you!

The web site is a good starting point –

www.madeiraultratrail.com

and this will give an idea of the race course, times, accommodation costs etc.

Please speak to me if you are interested in 2012.

Andrew Fishleigh

Wednesday Night Club Runs

2011-06-06T21:20:00.000+01:00

These will now be listed on a separate page on this website. This can be accessed by clicking on the tab above.

Needles XC Half Marathon 21011

2011-06-06T20:43:00.000+01:00

One hundred and forty runners completed this years event, we had cooler weather than in recent years and we were fortunate that we missed the worst of the rain.

Results: First man home was Chris Morey of IWRR who finished with the time of 1:24:41. First woman back was Rhiannon Shepherd who got back with the time of 1:34:24. The team event was won by the Isle of Wight Road Runners

Three Hills Race - Easter Monday

2011-04-26T22:13:00.002+01:00

Six West Wight Road Runners competed in the 3 Hills Race held on Easter Monday.

First home for the women racing for the club was Madeline Goodman, 1st V65, 13th woman home in a time of 01:18:56. Cherry Owens came in 18th with a time of 01:29:18.

For the men, the fastest back was Andrew McEwan in 10th place with a time of 00:57:29.

Our other men competitors were:-

Paul Judge 01:00:35
Gareth Knight 01:02:42
Eric Critcheson 01:15:49
Paul Scivier 01:21:49

Summer Programme

2011-03-31T00:10:00.002+01:00

The 2011 Summer Programme Starts soon, starting at 7.15 p.m. from the following locations.

13th April Ningwood Car Park to east of Horse & Groom pub (grid ref: 401892). Run to Hamstead over bridges.

20th April. Red Lion, Freshwater (grid ref:346873). Run along west of river Yar.

27th April National Trust Car Park by Mottistone Manor. Longstone/Bluebell run.

4th May West Wight Sports Centre. Meet in Car Park.

11th May Meet at Buddle Inn, Niton. Drink and meal at buddle afterwards

18th May Chale Scout Hut Car Park, on left as you through chale past Wight Mouse Pub. Run going to Blackgang and beyond.

25th May Freshwater Bay Carpark. Run over Tennyson. Short course and long course lucky dip pairs nominated just for fun.

Reading Half Marathon

2011-03-22T22:04:00.002Z

New club member Martyn White entered the Reading Half Marathon and despite feeling poorly from his epilepsy still managed to record a time of 1hr 54 mins 50s. He said that he was disappointed as it was 15 minutes more than he'd hoped for.

Salisbury 10 - March 13th

2011-03-15T21:03:00.001Z

Eight West Wight Road Runners competed in the Salisbury 10 mile race. With ideal weather and a pleasant course, all bettered their times at the Ryde 10 last month, including outstanding improvements of more than 5 minutes by Eric Critchison (1.24.27) and Vic Loveday (1.27.11). Leading the team home was Steve Butler, recording an excellent time of 1.06.32, despite recent injury, with Andrew McEwen (1.08.48), Andrew Fishleigh (1.19.08) and Brian Amy (1.34.39) completing the male contingent. For the ladies Chris Amy (1.26.58) again ran well and led the way, closely followed by Madeline Goodman (1.30. 10).

Bramley 20 - February 20th

2011-03-15T21:02:00.000Z

Three West Wight Road Runners competed in the popular Bramley 20 mile race. On a good day for running, Andrew McEwen was first of the three in a time of 2.29.210, and 45^th in his age category. Gareth Knight was next in 2.33.57 (27^th in his category) and Eric Critchison recorded 3.22.18 (221^st). The team was placed 7^th, moving them up to 7^th overall, in Division 2, their highest position so far this season.

Stubbington 2011

2011-01-17T22:31:00.001Z

Sunday 16^th January 2011

On a mild if somewhat blustery day a good contingent of runners competed for the club at this the latest HRRL event. A number of good individual performances were enjoyed on the day, none better than by Madeline Goodman who finished first in her age category and Chris Amy who was third in hers.

Men

Steve Butler 39:19 90^th

Andrew McEwen 40:08 126^th

Gareth Knight 44:16 277^th

Steve Morris 45:03 309^th

Ian Jolliffe 46:42 384^th

Andrew Fishleigh 49:46 528^th

Eric Critchison 54:14 771^st

Victor Loveday 55:29 840^th

Brian Amy 56:50 949^th

Ladies

Anne Dines 52:42 700th

Chris Amy 54:32 785^th

Madeline Goodman 55:51 852^nd

Cherry Owens 1:00:56 1063^rd

Karen Downer 1:04:11 1167^th

West Wight Road Runners – Cross-Country Championships

2011-01-04T20:42:00.003Z

It was a beautiful day for it, with good conditions underfoot and only

one short stretch of serious mud.

The results of the Cross Country Championship were:-

Men

1. Andrew McEwen 37.24

2. Chris Pritchett 38.05

3. Gareth Knight 39.32

Ladies

1. Madeline Goodman 51.55

2 Cherry Owens 54.59

3. Lora Hassan-Green 61.25

Nominated trophy. The nominated result was very close, with

4 members within 1 minute of their nominated time.

1. Mike 0.08

2. Ian 0.17

3. Gareth 0.28

Gosport Half Marathon - Sunday 21st November

2010-11-23T20:38:00.000Z

West Wight Road Runners entered a team of four men for the Gosport Half Marathon on Sunday. In ideal conditions for distance running some 1990 people took to the roads in and around Gosport for the 13.1 mile test of endurance. West Wight were lead home by Andrew McEwen in 1:27:30, closely followed by Steve Butler in 1:27: 42: Steve Morris came in third for the team in 1:37:17 (his best time over the distance in 12 years) and Vic Loveday completed the set in a time of 2:04:21

Needles XC Half Marathon 2011 date.

2010-11-11T20:44:00.001Z

The date for next years event has been set for

Sunday June 5th 2011

The Lordshill 10 - Sunday 7th November

2010-11-11T20:37:00.001Z

In contrast to last year runners were greeted with a beautiful morning and ideal conditions for the Lordshill 10 Mile race on Sunday. Six members of the club took part all recording very creditable times many of which, not surprisingly, were much faster than last year. The men were led home by Steve Butler in 1:05:11 (74^th), followed by Steve Morris in 1:13:54 (a best at the distance in 12 years [163^rd]), Paul Judge in 1:14:54 (172^nd), Ian Jolliffe in 1:17:30 (195^th) and Vic Loveday in 1:26:55 (242^nd).

The only lady who took part was Madeline Goodman who recorded an excellent time of 1:34:04 leaving her in 1^st position in the V65 Ladies category.

Solent Half Marathon

2010-10-12T22:41:00.003+01:00

On a beautiful autumnal day 346 runners set out in good (if a little warm) conditions on this challenging 13.1 mile course at the quirky time of 10.10 on the 10^th of the 10^th 2010!

First man home for the five man team was Andrew McEwen in 58^th position in a time of 1:30:33, followed by Gareth Knight (155^th) in 1:41:13, Stephen Morris (214^th) in 1:48:02, Ian Jolliffe (244^th) in 1:52:40 and Vic Loveday (324) in 2:14:07.

West Wight hold two club nights: Monday evenings at 7.00 pm – meet outside the Portland Inn in Gurnard and on Wednesday evenings at West Wight Sports Centre in Freshwater at 7.00 pm. Both cater for runners at all stages – novice through to experienced campaigners – all are welcome to join us.

Winter Club Runs

2010-09-20T23:32:00.001+01:00

There is a slight change in our Winter Club night arrangements. Due to the small number of members who are able to come along to the Sports Centre on a Wednesday, and also the fact that we now have a small group meeting in Gurnard on a Monday evening who may not wish to come to Freshwater on a Wednesday as well, the Committee have made a decision that, although we receive a donation for helping at the West Wight Triathlon which subsidises the cost of hiring the Creche, that with only a handful of members contributing each week, we can no longer meet the expense of hiring the Creche every week from September - April.

The following are the arrangements for the rest of September to when we break for Christmas:-

September 15th, 22nd, 29th - continue to meet at 7.15pm in the Creche at the Sports Centre .

October - December: On the 2nd Wednesday of each month i.e. 13th October, 10th November and 8th December, we will meet in the Creche and would hope that everyone will come along so that we can all touch base. On the remaining Wednesdays, starting with 6th October, we will meet in the Sports Centre Carpark. Meet at 7.15pm.

All members are welcome to join the Gurnard Group on a Monday evening at 7pm. Meet outside the Portland Inn, Worsley Road, Gurnard.

It is hoped that we may be able to recruit some more local members in the West Wight.

The Overton 5

2010-09-06T18:50:00.001+01:00

The first race of the season in the Hampshire Road Race League took place on Sat 4^th Sept in Overton. The club was able to field ten runners for the event which unusually took place on a Saturday.

The Men were led home by new club member Steve Butler in a time of 31:13 (3^rd M55) followed closely by Andrew McEwen in 31:42; the other members of the Men’s team were Ian Jolliffe 36:36, Steve Dines 39:07, Vic Loveday 43:22 and Brian Amy 44:10.

The Ladies competed very well with Chris Amy finishing in 42:00 followed by Madeline Goodman 44:18, Anne Dines 44:39 and Karen Downer (in her first race for the club and first ever 5 mile race) 49:56.

The club meets on a Wednesday evening at 7.00 for a run at 7.15pm at the West Wight Sports Centre throughout the Autumn and Winter months. All levels and abilities are welcome.

Presentation to The Huntingdon's Disease Association

2010-08-07T15:55:00.002+01:00

Two cheques were presented to the Huntingdon's Disease Association on Wednesday August the Fourth.

Gareth Knight and Andrew McEwen crossed the Pyrenees in a 550 mile, 34 day trek and were able to raise a tremendous £913.38.

The West Wight Road Runners were able to donate £800 which was made from their successful Needles Half Marathon which took place on May 30th.

Congratulations to everyone involved.

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2010-08-01T21:25:00.000+01:00

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SUMMER PROGRAMME AUGUST 2010

2010-07-31T13:44:00.002+01:00

START AT 7.15PM

4^TH August West Wight Sports Centre. 6:30 for presentation of cheque from the XC Half Marathon. Then run at normal time of 7:15.

11^th August Totland Bay Pier. Run up to Headon Warren and back.

18^th August Bonchurch/Ventnor. Meet at car park pull in [by the 40 mph speed limit and “welcome to Ventnor and Bonchurch” sign] on the main Ventnor to Shanklin road. Paul Judge to guide. If need more info contact Paul Judge. Short route 3-4 miles and Long route 4-5 miles

25^th August Chale run to Hoy and beyond…... Meet at Club Captains house. Enmore Cottage, Chale Green. Half way between shop and church. Next to Newman lane. Park on verge opposite. Look for the balloons!!!!! Cake available upon request.

SUMMER PROGRAMME JULY 2010

2010-07-04T21:44:00.001+01:00

START AT 7.15PM

7 July Meet at Buddle Inn, Niton. Drink and meal at Buddle afterwards.

14 July Meet at Sun Inn, Hulverstone. Run down to Brook beach and along to either Chilton or Brighstone. Back along cliff top.

21 July Meet at Waverley Pub Car Park, Carisbrook. Run up Nodgham Lane on to Tennyson Trail along to Bowcombe, Gatcombe, return via Shepherd’s Trail to Carisbrooke back to Waverley. Maybe stay for a meal??

28 July Meet at Gurnard Green. Run along beach and across cliffs towards Thorness Bay.

Andrew and Gareth to traverse the Pyrenees

2010-06-24T11:44:00.003+01:00

Island duo to traverse Pyrenees

A 26 mile road marathon is not normally a warm up but two Island runners are planning greater things when they set off for the Pyrenees mountains this Friday (25th June 2010).

Andrew McEwen and Gareth Knight from West Wight Road Runners are about to embark on phase two of a marathon challenge in aid of Huntington's Disease Association.
They have already completed the London Marathon 2010 and now the pair are aiming to complete a coast to coast crossing of France through the Pyrenees. They will be travelling as light as possible but still need to carry full camping kit and everything they need for a five week journey.
They will be mainly following the beautiful but gruelling French GR10 route starting in Hendaye on the Atlantic Coast near to Biarritz and ending up 550 miles later at Banyuls sur Mer in the Mediterranean. They are extending the trip with a two day diversion into the stunning Spanish Ordesa gorge about halfway through
The route generally takes over 7 weeks to complete but due to work commitments the duo have just five weeks for the journey so they will need to make fast progress through the mountains to acheive success. 48,000 metres of ascent and descent through rough mountain terrain confront them on their way.
Huntington’s Disease is a progressive hereditary degenerative neurological condition affecting about one in 10,000 of the population. Although this is rare it means that about 6,000 people are affected in Britain. There is currently no cure but ongoing treatment and care are often extensive and need to last about twenty years due to the slow progression of the disease.
Any sponsorship for Huntington's Disease Association would be gratefully received and can be made at the web site below.
http://www.justgiving.com/Gareth-Knight

Follow progress of the trip:

http://twitter.com/andrewmcewen
https://twitter.com/GarethKnight01

2010-06-12T11:31:00.002+01:00

We have just picked from the County Press a picture and report of Chris Pritchett's amazing "challenge" - he ran 100 miles in Scotland in 24 hours and 51 minutes. He was 2nd overall out of 500. Well done Chris, check it out HERE

Next Years Event

2010-06-07T21:29:00.002+01:00

We have decided to organise the Needles Cross Country Half Marathon in 2011. We will not be organising a full marathon but we may choose to do so in future years, depending on the decision of the organising committee. The event is likely to take place in early June although no decision on the exact date has yet been taken.

We agreed that this years event had been a success and that both competitors and those organising the event had found it enjoyable. Roll on 2011!

Anne and Steve are Wed

2010-06-06T14:47:00.002+01:00

A big congratulations to Anne (Ballingall) and Steve (Dines) who were married on Friday. See here for a picture.

http://www.gurnardsc.org.uk/news.aspx?aid=521

SUMMER PROGRAMME - JUNE 2010

2010-06-02T22:36:00.001+01:00

START AT 7.15PM

2 JUNE West Wight Sports Centre. Meet in Car Park for local off road run(s).

9 JUNE Brighstone car park (grid ref. 427827).

16 JUNE Wellow Top Road. Run from Grain silo (391879). Take footpath leading into Broad Lane. Cross Middle Road up onto top of downs. Run down road to Chessell and cross into Dodpits Lane. Take footpath back across to Grain silo.

23 JUNE Parkhurst Forest maincar park (481901)

30 JUNE New Inn Shalfleet (414895). Carpark 150m north of pub. The normal loop towards Newbridge.

Needles Cross Country Half Marathon 2010

2010-06-02T22:34:00.000+01:00

Needles Cross Country Half Marathon 2010

This popular annual event organised by the West Wight Road Runners was held on Sunday 30^th May in very good conditions. A field of 199 athletes took to the undulating yet scenic course an increase of some 30 people on last year with a record 196 finishing the race. There were a large number of entries from New Forest Runners and the New Eltham Joggers in this the largest ever field for the event. The Men’s winner was Paul Cameron (Isle of Wight Road Runners) in a time of 1:22:44 repeating his achievement of last year followed by Ian Kitching (South London Harriers) in second clocking 1:27:09 and James Ketteringham (Wreake Runners) in 1:31:37. The Ladies were led home by Gail Walters (New Forest Runners) in 1:45:01 with Laura Brackley (Unattached) in second in a time of 1:46:47 and Jane Morgan (Hardley Runners) in third place in 1:50:38.

The results from the other categories within the race were as follows:-

Men’s Veteran 40

1	1:31:37	KETTERINGHAM, James	WREAKE RUNNERS
2	1:31:37	WELLS, Paul	WIGHT TRI
3	1:31:47	AMBROSINI, Will	UNATTACHED
4	1:32:50	WILMOTT, Peter	ISLE OF WIGHT ROAD RUNNERS

Men’s Veteran 50

1	1:27:09	KITCHING, Ian	SOUTH LONDON HARRIERS
2	1:37:57	WATSON-HALL, Roger	NEW FOREST RUNNERS
3	1:39:22	WESTON, John	IPSWICH JAFFA

Men’s Veteran 60

1	1:39:02	BEAUVAIS, Clive	RANELAGH HARRIERS
2	1:56:30	WALKER-REED, Roger	ISLE OF WIGHT ROAD RUNNERS

Men’s Veteran 70

2:13:35

JACOBS, Michael

BINGLEY HARRIERS

Women’s Veteran 35

1	1:45:01	WALTERS, Gail	NEW FOREST RUNNERS
2	1:51:45	LAVRIH, Hannah	UNATTACHED
3	1:55:43	RUSSELL, Lesley	HORSHAM JOGGERS

Women’s Veteran 45

1	1:50:38	MORGAN, Jane	HARDLEY RUNNERS
2	1:52:49	WOODS, Pauline	LITTLEDOWN HARRIERS
3	1:53:59	LEWIS, Lisa	HARDLEY RUNNERS

Women’s Veteran 55

1	2:06:48	KIRK, Maggie	NEW FOREST RUNNERS
2	2:09:42	PETTIFER, Jane	NEW FOREST RUNNERS

A vote of thanks must go to the organisers and marshals who were worked tirelessly to put on a first class event which is never easy, particularly on a bank holiday weekend - “Great course with some stunning scenery and some really helpful encouraging marshals along the way”.

Particular mention must go to the West Wight Sport Centre and its staff, Eric Critchison, Ian Jolliffe, Cherry and Bob Owens, Fieron Walsh, Ed Garbett, Sue Scott, Anne Ballinghall and Madeline Goodman (the organising committee) for their efforts to make the race the success that it was on the day.

Recent Races

2010-05-11T22:50:00.003+01:00

Alton Ten Sunday 9^th May

A four strong Men’s team competed in the penultimate race in the Hampshire Road race series last Sunday. Leading the team home was Andrew McEwen in a very creditable 1: 08: 27, followed by Gareth Knight in an equally impressive 1:09:59 who both competed in the London Marathon only a couple of weeks before. Third home was Ian Jolliffe in 1:16:08 and Vic Loveday completed the team in a time of 1:33:51.

Lymington 10K Sunday 9^th May

The club had four runners completing in this race, Paul Judge who finished in a time of 43:28 (104^th place – his best time at this distance for over a decade), Mike Hassan-Green in 44:48 (136^th place), Turgay Hassan-Hicks in 46:34 (183) and Lora Hassan-Green in 1:08:21 (836^th place).

West Wight Road Runners meet every Wednesday evening at 7.15 pm during the summer for off road runs; the details of the summer programme can be found on the club website at wwrr.blogspot.com. We welcome anyone who would like to join us.

London Marathon 2010

2010-04-25T21:56:00.003+01:00

Five runners from the club, three men and two women, took part in the race last Sunday and ran very well. Gareth Knight continued with his good form this season with a time of 3:24:57 followed by Andrew McEwen 3:39:41 and Ken Magee in 4:09:10. The ladies were led home in a brilliant time of 4:13:30 by Chris Amy followed by Madeline Goodman in 4:47:57 which is a fantastic effort in view of the injury troubles that she has encountered this season.

Brighstone 11k Cross Country

Ian Jolliffe represented the club at this scenic event finishing 12^th in a time of 63: 05.

Place Overall	Place Gender	Place Category	surname	BIB	Category	HALF	Finish time
3546	3179	226	» Knight, Gareth C (GBR)	31786	50-54	01:34:04	03:24:57
6044	5167	769	» Mcewen, Andrew W (GBR)	31902	45-49	01:38:32	03:39:41
13212	10644	326	» Magee, Ken (GBR)	20202	55-59	02:05:15	04:09:10
14328	2878	67	» Amy, Chris M (GBR)	25559	55-59	02:02:39	04:13:30
23477	6017	19	» Goodman, Madeline (GBR)	29679	65-69	02:11:59	04:47:57

Easter Weekend

2010-04-06T11:51:00.001+01:00

Club Captain Eric Critchinson was the only club member able to take part in the Newport to Ryde race on Easter Saturday finishing the gruelling 7.12 mile course in a time of 1.03.40.

The 3 Hills race was held in beautiful if blustery conditions on Easter Monday. There were 3 Club members running the 8 mile (approx) course led home by Paul Judge, making a rare appearance for the club, in a very good time of 1.07.36. Eric Critchison continued his excellent weekend performance by recording a good time of 1.11.09. coming in second followed by Madeline Goodman, the only lady running, who recorded a time of 1.16. 39 (for which she was rewarded with finishing as 1st Lady Vet 65).

Recent Races

2010-03-29T17:31:00.000+01:00

The club has been busy over a number of weeks with members attending both Hampshire Road Race League events and others in the calendar.

Gareth Knight took part in the Fleet Half Marathon as a part of his preparations for the London Marathon in April. He finished in a time of 1:33:26 which is particular good in view of the ongoing foot injury with which he is coping.

Chris Amy took in the Reading Half Marathon in her preparations for London along with her husband Brian. Her time was 1: 52: 44 which bodes well for the marathon with Brian just behind finishing in 1: 54: 11.

The club was represented by three athletes in the Eastleigh 10K last weekend. They were led home in a field of 1536 runners by Andre McEwan in a time of 40: 13 (254^th position), Gareth Knight in 41: 34 (302^nd position) and Vic Loveday in 55: 11(1041^st position)

Bramley 20

2010-02-16T23:27:00.003Z

West Wight Road Runners put out a team of three male competitors in the race. Gareth Knight was home in 2h27m34s gun time finishing 204^th, followed by Eric Chritchison (the newly appointed Club Captain) in 3h14m04s (620^th) and Vic Loveday in 3h40m48s 725^th.

All three also ran the Ryde 10m on the previous Sunday which represents a serious commitment on their part so congratulations to them.

West Wight Road Runners meet at West Wight Sports Centre every Wednesday evening at 7.15 pm for a run at 7.30. All abilities and experience of runner are encouraged to attend – you will be greeted warmly and the run will be tailored to your needs.

The Ryde 10

2010-02-08T21:03:00.000Z

West Wight Road Runners fielded six runners in a field of 335 at the demanding Ryde 10, part of the Hampshire Road Race League last Sunday. The Men’s team was led home by Gareth Knight 01:09:34 (81^st male runner and 18^th v50), followed by Andrew McEwan 01:12:40 (111^th male runner and 34^th v40), Eric Critchison 1:24:46 (182^ndmale runner 62^nd senior man) and Victor Loveday 1:34:10 (213^th male runner 4^th v60).

The woman’s team performed well with Chris Amy finishing in a time of 1:26:16 (70^th women runner and 4^th v55), followed by Madeline Goodman (1:30:19 83^rd women runner and 1^st v65). Congratulations to all the runners for their performances, particularly Madeline who won her category in the race.

Annual General Meeting

2010-02-03T22:20:00.004Z

West Wight Road Runners held their AGM and New Year Party at Wellow Institute on 30 January 2010.
The Club Secretary reported that 2009 had proved another successful year for the “small but friendly” club. As well as the excellent results in the 2008/9 Hampshire Road Race League which led to the ladies’ team being promoted to Division 2, there were a number of excellent individual performances reported. The top club award for 2009, the Captain’s award, was presented to Gareth Knight for his outstanding commitment, performance and service throughout the year.

West Wight Road Runners – Cross-Country Championships

2010-01-24T14:21:00.004Z

West Wight Road Runners’ annual cross-country championship took place in ideal conditions on a course around and over Afton Down.

Andrew McEwan was never headed and came home first in a time of 38.43, 20 seconds faster than last year. Close behind was Gareth Knight in 39.02, 7 seconds closer to Andrew than last year. Third home was Mike Green in 42.26, followed by Paul Judge (43.25) and Eric Critchison (44.40).

Anne Ballingall was first lady with a time of 52.47, followed by Cherry Owens (57.08). A nominated race is held in conjunction with the event, and there was stiff competition with 3 runners within 34 seconds or less of their predicted time. Paul Judge was the winner with a discrepancy of only 5 seconds.

The Isle of Wight Marathon

2009-10-08T22:56:00.001+01:00

The Isle of Wight Marathon took place on Sunday 4thOct. It saw an excellent performance in less than ideal conditions by Will Ambrosini who finished third in the event in an excellent time of 3hrs 8 mins and 45 seconds.

The Victory 5

2009-09-22T22:55:00.001+01:00

With injuries still affecting several of the regulars, it was a small group that represented West Wight Road Runners at the Victory 5. The men were able to field a full team and ran well. Andrew McEwan led them home in 31.30, followed by Gareth Knight in 33.38, Ian Jolliffe (35.22) and Brian Amy (42.12), with Andrew, Gareth and Brian all improving their times compared to same distance at Overton two weeks earlier.

As at Overton, Chris Amy was the only lady representing the club, and she ran brilliantly to finish 3rd in her age group in 41.07. Also running, though not yet a club member, was Sarah Knight who finished in a creditable 53.45 in her first attempt at the distance.

Congratulations to Paul Scivier who completed the West Wight Triathlon in 101st position in a time of 2Hrs 29 mins and 37 seconds. This is the culmination of dedicated training over a number of weeks.

The Overton 5

2009-09-08T20:43:00.000+01:00

Due to injuries and non-availability of runners, West Wight Road Runners were somewhat depleted for the first race of the 2009/10 Hampshire Road Race League at Overton. Despite this the men's team performed well with Andrew McEwen first club member home in a time of 31.55, followed by Gareth Knight (recovering from an injury) in 34.55 and Brian Amy in 43.08.

The ladies, newly promoted to Division 2, were unable to field a team, but Chris Amy, the only lady representing the club, ran exceptionally well finishing in 41.35 giving her 2nd Lady Vet 55.

Charity Presentation

2009-08-20T21:05:00.002+01:00

Following the success of this years Needles XC Marathon and Half Marathon we were able to present both the Kerry Green Trust and The Freshwater Lifeboat with cheques for £750.

Goodbye Jess

2009-08-19T11:16:00.001+01:00

Sad to hear that Jess Hinton is leaving to join the army at Sandhurst on the 6 September. She did the club proud by taking part in the Isle of Wight Half Marathon last Sunday (the only WWRR) and finished in a time of 1.57.44 which was 10th Senior Woman.

We will miss you Jess.

The Last of the Summer Programme

2009-08-02T21:30:00.000+01:00

SUMMER PROGRAMME 2009 AUGUST/SEPTEMBER
START AT 7.15pm

12 AUGUST Meet at Needles Pitch and Putt, Alum Bay. Car parking inside the main gate (courtesy of Sue). Run out of gate onto footpath T22, into Pleasure Park, and at car park entrance follow road towards Battery, Tennyson Monument, turn back run down to stile and take lower path towards Needles, Alum Bay Old Road, Headon Warren, back to P and P (Approx 5 ½ miles)

19 AUGUST Meet at Waverley Pub Car park, Carisbrooke.
Run up Nodgham Lane on to Tennyson Trail along to Bowcombe, Gatcombe, return via Shepherd’s Trail to Carisbrooke….back to Waverley. (Option of Credit Munch meal @ £2.99 afterwards). (Approx 5 miles)

26 AUGUST Meet at Viewpoint Car park, Yarmouth. Run round Thorley/Wellow fields.

2 SEPTEMBER Meet at Sports Centre. Run up Golden Hill, through Fort to main road, Monks Lane, Linstone Chine (Beach or Brambles Lane), footpath by Colwell Inn, Heathfield Road, Golden Hill, back to Sports Centre.

9 SEPTEMBER Meet at Freshwater Bay. Run along lower path to Beacon or Battery, back over Tennyson to Bay. (Light may be fading).

N.B. More details of routes will be available either nearer the dates or on the actual night.
WINTER PROGRAMME STARTS ON 16 SEPTEMBER -
MEET AT SPORTS CENTRE CRECHE AT 7.15pm.

Important Information, Next Years Race

2009-07-07T12:39:00.002+01:00

We are meeting as a committee on September 7th to decide if we shall be holding another Needles XC next year.

We have agreed that to organise the event effectively we need four new committee members who will play a full role in organising the event. If we do not get the necessary support then the event may not go ahead next year. Committee members for the race do not need to be members of the West Wight Road Runners or even have experience of athletic events.

If you would like to help us then please e-mail us at -

westwightroadrunners@hotmail.co.uk

Summer Programme July 2009

2009-06-28T23:04:00.001+01:00

July 1st is the Amy celebratory run from Niton, with a pub visit afterwards for some - details will be sent separately.

Here is the program for the following 5 weeks:

July 8th Freshwater Bay car park (grid ref. 346858). This year's cross-country course. Out to the east along the bottom of Afton Down and back along the top.

July 15th Brighstone car park (grid ref. 427827). Not one of our usual venues. I'll work out a nice new route between Brighstone and Shorwell.

July 22nd Honor & Jeffrey garden centre, Freshwater (344870). Out along the old railway track. A choice coming back - the other side of the Yar, or via Mill Copse and Wilmington Road.

July 29th Car park 150m north of New Inn, Shalfleet (414895). A familiar loop towards Newbridge.

August 5th Blackgang viewpoint car park (491767). A new route. The Pepper Pot and the Hoy monument.

Brading 10K

2009-06-28T17:55:00.001+01:00

Only two West Wight Road Runners made the long journey to Smallbrook to take part in the Brading 10k. Andrew McEwan ran well to finish in 10^th place (4^th over-40) in 40.20, while Ian Jolliffe was satisfied with his time of 44.07 (1^st over-60).

Hampshire Road Race League Results and the Netley 10K

2009-05-24T12:02:00.001+01:00

With many members involved in Walk the Wight and other attractions, Ian Jolliffe was the sole representative of West Wight Road Runners at the Netley 10k. He finished as 4th over-60 in a time of 43.19.

This was the final race of 12 in the 2008-2009 Hampshire Road Race league. In this league, overall positions of teams and individuals are based on their best 7 or 8 performances from the 12. In the team leagues, West Wight men’s team put in a solid performance maintained their position in Division 2, while the ladies had an excellent season, but will spend another year in Division 3, having been pipped for promotion by the narrowest of margins by Isle of Wight Road Runners.

A hallmark of the team’s performance is the reliability of a number of members who turn out for most of the races, meaning that the club’s positions in the leagues are above those of some much bigger clubs. With well over 1000 runners competing in at least one league race, the positions of Madeline Goodman (41st) in the ladies overall ranking and Andrew McEwan (42nd) and Gareth Knight (51st) in the men were outstanding. Ian Jolliffe, Paul Scivier, and Vic Loveday also achieved creditable positions.

SUMMER PROGRAMME JUNE 2009

2009-05-14T20:03:00.001+01:00

3 JUNE West Wight Sport Centre. Meet in Car Park for local off road run(s).

10 JUNE Meet at Sun Inn, Hulverstone. Run down to Brook beach and along to either Chilton or Brighstone. Back along cliff top.

17 JUNE Wellow Top Road. Run from Grain silo. Take footpath leading into Broad Lane. Cross Middle Road up onto top of downs. Run down road to Chessell and cross into Dodpits Lane. Take footpath back across to Grain silo.

24 JUNE Meet at Gurnard Green. Run along beach and across cliffs towards Thorness Bay.

This is advance notice for the 1 JULY .

Meet at the Buddle Inn at Niton for a 4/5 mile run, and for those who wish, this will be followed by a drink/pub meal. Chris and Brian Amy’s son, who will be visiting from Australia, is running with us on that evening, and it is hoped that some club members will join them after the run.

Alton 10

2009-05-11T17:01:00.000+01:00

Eight West Wight Road Runners travelled to Alton for the penultimate Hampshire Road Race League event. In almost perfect conditions, on a tough course, both men's and ladies teams performed well. Gareth Knight led the men home in a very good time of 1.08.22, followed by Ian Jolliffe in 1.17.50, Eric Critchison in 1.27.04 and Brian Amy in 1.33.08. Vic Loveday, who has taken part in all but one of the league races, was back in 1.36.25.

Madeline Goodman was first lady home in 1.25.49, which gave her 3rd Vet 55, and 1st Vet 60. Chris Amy was next in 1.28.33 and Cherry Owens completed the ladies team coming home in 1.36.10.

The final race of this year's HRRL is the Netley 10k on Sunday 17 May.

Mike and Lora Wed

2009-04-28T21:56:00.005+01:00

Mike and Lora were married on Saturday. Congratulations!

Shakespeare Marathon

2009-04-28T12:30:00.004+01:00

On Sunday 26th April 2009 I (Andrew McEwen) ran the Shakespeare Marathon in Stratford upon Avon - finishing in 3 hours 12 minutes and 11 seconds. This was the third time I have done this event and it is a pleasant two lap mainly rural mainly flat course run during Shakespeare week which adds to the sense of festivity.

Organisation was excellent with plenty of marshalls, drinks stations (water and energy drinks), toilets and chip timing. A solid if not huge crowd most of the way round really helps too.
There is a half marathon running at the same time which swells the numbers and adds to the sense of occasion although the mile or two before they peel off for the finish can be a bit hectic as runners come swarming past making their big push for the finish. It was with a sense of relief that we set off on the final 14 mile loop.

The weather was beautiful - sunny with a few clouds for shade and a surprisingly cool breeze. It was starting to get warm by the afternoon though and that will have affected some of the later runners I am sure. There are a couple of smaller hills and a fairly long sustained hill (which you do twice at 5 and 17 milesish) but otherwise it is a flat course. The final run in can seem a long drag along a firm surfaced (but not tarmac) cycle track which is dead straight for about 4 miles.
At the end there is a nice medal, plenty to drink and a cold shower if required - it was quite refreshing after the initial shock!

I had a steady run and was pleased to be able to maintain my pace until the end as I had struggled to go beyond 20 miles in training. I think the rest week must have really helped me.
I got a PB there 3 years ago but on this occasion I was delighted to get under the good for age qualifying standard for London next year.

This year it was held on the same day as the London Marathon which made it easier to follow some of the London based training schedules and I would recommend it to anyone as a good alternative to London especially if unsuccessful in the ballot.

The Flora London Marathon

2009-04-27T22:32:00.004+01:00

Two West Wight Road Runners have just had their results published for this years event.

Madeline Goodman recorded a time of 4:36:05 and was 42nd W60. Gareth Knight meanwhile was the 106th M50 with a time of 3:12:08. Gareth beat of competion from both of the other Island clubs to become the fastest Island Runner. Well done!

Club Championships - Latest

2009-04-14T09:29:00.002+01:00

With a possible 8 races completed, it's time to tell you all the current positions in the 2009 Club Championships.

Although the top of the table has a familiar look for both sexes, it's good to see some new names just below the top among the men. Most of the ladies seem to be waiting for warmer weather, with 10 members who appeared in the
2008 table yet to emerge from hibernation.

The Womens Championship positions can be viewed here.

The Mens Championship positions can be viewed here.

The Three Hills

2009-04-14T00:17:00.000+01:00

Five West Wight Road Runners joined the last of the Easter Races, on a superb day for running, and the scenery was as "stunning" as ever (which always makes this tough course worthwhile).

With Ian trying to "Save Southampton", and Vic "at work", Paul Judge led the men home today in 1.01.50, with Steve Morris continuing his good performance as a new club member recording 1.05.40, and Eric, recovering from a cold, managed a good time of 1.16.54. Madeline Goodman came in at 1.12.53 followed by Cherry Owens in 1.21.37.

Newport - Ryde Road Race

2009-04-13T20:53:00.002+01:00

Five West Wight Road Runners joined the traditional Easter Saturday Newport to Ryde Road Race, in perfect weather conditions for the race.

Ian Jolliffe was first club member home in an excellent time of 52.30, giving him 2nd Vet 60, and was closely followed by new club member Steve Morris in 54.57. Madeline Goodman led the ladies home in 1.01.57, good enough for 1st Lady Vet 55. Next in was Vic Loveday in a good time of 1.06.10, followed by Cherry Owens in a very good first time for this course of 1.08.15

Bournemouth Half Marathon

2009-04-05T22:35:00.001+01:00

West Wight Road Runners member Gareth Knight ran in the Bournemouth Bay Half Marathon on Sunday the 5th of April. In fine slightly warm conditions the race which covers the full length of the Bournemouth seafront was simply stunning. With a larger entry of running club members from the area than last year it is clearly gaining popularity and quite rightly so. Perhaps because it is not run by a running club but by the British Heart Foundation it has been a little slow to catch on.

The organisation on the day was good and the whole experience very worthwhile. Gareth finished in 1h29m38s for 88th place overall from the 1288 finishers and 10th M50.

Madeline in County Press Article

2009-03-31T00:03:00.001+01:00

http://www.iwcp.co.uk/news/news/madeline-64-on-charity-chase-25395.aspx

Eastleigh 10K

2009-03-30T16:59:00.001+01:00

Seven West Wight Road Runners travelled to Eastleigh to compete in the Eastleigh 10k race an event, which was part of the Hampshire Road Race League. It was a beautiful spring day perfect for running with two thousand runners and the 25th anniversary race.

First runner home was V40 Andrew McEwen who finished in 182nd position and a time of 38.44, next runner was V50 Gareth Knight in 220th place with a personal best 10k time of 39.30, Ian Jolliffe V60 in 337th position and a time of 42:15 and Paul Scivier V40 in 43.45. V40 Stephen Morris running his second race for the club and first 10k race for a number of years finished close behind in 424th position and a time of 44.21 and V60 Vic Loveday finished in 999th position and a time of 53.01, very closely followed by Madeline Goodman in 1003rd position with a time of 53.05.

The men’s team is in position 5 in the second division of the Hampshire Road Race League with two races remaining.

The Salisbury 10 Mile Race

2009-03-16T21:32:00.004Z

Eight West Wight Road Runners travelled to Salisbury for the Salisbury 10 Mile race. It was particularly well run by Madeline Goodman who led the ladies home in 1:26:14 and Cherry Owens in 1:35:54 who managed to secure a second place in Ladies league 3 despite being a runner down in the team. This will keep the team in second place with a two point lead over the next team in their promotion battle with just a few races to go hopefully other ladies returning from injury will boost the team for the last few races which will provide a nail biting time for West Wight ladies.

Meanwhile eight men completed the race led home by V50 Gareth Knight in 92nd place, Andrew McEwen finished in 107th position in a time of 1:08:35, followed by Ian Jolliffe V60 in 1:11:36 and Paul Scivier V40 in 1:14:46. V50 Paul Judge followed closely behind in 1:15:17, new club member Stephen Morris ran his first race for the team and first ten mile race for five years finishing well in 1:17:01, Eric Critchison finished in 1:22:14 and V60 Vic Loveday finished in 1:30:31. The men’s team is back up to position 5 in the second division of the Hampshire Road Race League and a good day was had by all in the Salisbury sunshine.

The City of Salisbury Athletic and Running Club Website makes for very interesting reading.

The Bramley 20

2009-03-16T21:24:00.002Z

Four West Wight Road Runners competed in the longest race of the Hampshire Road Race league the Bramley 20 on Sunday 15 February 2009 which turned out to be a dry day without much wind ideally suited to road running. Andrew McEwen paused on his way to go on holiday long enough to lead the team home once again with a fast time of 2:21:23 in 167nd position. Gareth Knight finished in 223rd position and 2:26:44, third West Wight Road Runners was Ian Jolliffe in 393rd with a time of 2.41.33. Fourth runner was Paul Scivier 494th in 2:49:41.

The Fleet Half Marathon

2009-03-16T19:48:00.003Z

As spring marathons rapidly approach Madeline Goodman, Gareth Knight and Andrew McEwen headed to the Fleet half marathon on Sunday the 15th of March. They enjoyed a beautiful spring day and with 2104 finishers it was a busy but civilised and a very well organised race. With all three having competed in the Salisbury 10 miles the Sunday before the Fleet half was a test of resilience and recovery as well as a chance to prove their training was on track.

Gareth came home in 1h30m22s and 216th overall place and was a little surprised not to say flattered to find himself in 6th place for the V50 category. Andrew finished in 1h31m39s and 255th overall building towards his target for Stratford-upon-Avon. Madeline completed the trio with 1h57m36s and 1253rd place, however this did not do justice to her marvellous 2nd place in the F60 category.

It is to be hoped this all bodes well for London and Stratford-upon-Avon on the 26th of April.

Isle of Wight Cross Country

2009-02-08T20:54:00.001Z

Ian Jolliffe was the sole WRRR representative at the IW Cross-Country Championships, held over Ryde Harriers' course, other members having developed an allergy to mud. The course was in prime condition with standing water in places as well as the usual mud. Ian finished 9th of
14 in the men's race, sneaking under the hour in 59.51, some 14 minutes behind Paul Cameron at the front of the race. With Pete Young taking a day off, Ian managed to come home first V60.

Club Championships

2009-01-29T20:15:00.002Z

The Results of this years Club Championships I have published HERE. Well Done Madeline and Andrew.

WWRR AGM

2009-01-26T21:52:00.001Z

West Wight Road Runners held their Annual General Meeting and Christmas Party on Saturday 24 January at Wellow Institute. The Club Secretary reported 2008 as being a successful year for the Club, and for individuals, in representations and results at Island events, and at a number of mainland events, including the Hampshire Road Race League.

The Club Treasurer presented the Club’s finances which showed to be in a very healthy position. Several trophies were awarded for 2008 – for the Club Championships to Andrew McEwen and Madeline Goodman, for the Club Cross Country Championships to Andrew McEwen and Turgay Hassan-Hicks, and the Club Captain’s award to Eric Critchison.

Stubbington Green Road Race

2009-01-19T22:50:00.003Z

January the 18th saw the running of the Stubbington Green 10K road race. This is one of the most popular road races on the calendar for the three main Island Road Running Clubs, coming as it does as the first road race of the New Year and also a Hampshire Road Race League event.

As a result a totally unprecedented entry of 55 Island Club Members were registered to run ( 24 Women and 31 Men with ages ranging from early twenties to late sixties). The three clubs joined together to travel to the event by shared coach, a first made possible by the growing enthusiasm of Island Runners.

This year the event in its twenty-fifth year was run over a revised route for the first time. Those runner who feared a much loved local event was about to be spoilt had nothing to fear. The new rural route proved to be a great success and very popular with the Island runners, possibly due to the very Island like terrain.

The West Wight Road Runners men’s team were lead home by Andrew McEwan 86th in the men’s race in 39m03sec, 23rd M40. Next came Will Ambrosini 119th place in 40m03sec, 65th snr, third placed was Gareth Knight in 148th at 41m24sec and 19th M50. Fourth placed and completing the road race team was Ian Jolliffe 186th in 42m28sec and an excellent 6th in the M60 category. Paul Sciver was next 267th in 44m35sec and 92nd m40, followed by Brian Amy 55m01sec 607th and 110th M50, Victor Loveday was 609th in 55m07sec and 29th M60 with Stewart Cox finishing in 55m21sec, 613th and 219th M40.

The West Wight ladies team were lead in as ever by Madeline Goodman in 52m09sec 151st women runner and a fantastic 4th in the W60 category. Chris Amy was next in 53m44sec, 173rd and an excellent 8th W55. New West Wight Runners Hayley Waite and Claire Hopkins were 219th and 244th respectively in 56m03sec and 56m59sec finishing 63rd and 70th snr women. Samantha Harrison finished in 1h13m51sec making a welcome return to running in 449th and 173rd W35.

Club Cross Country Results

2009-01-11T22:07:00.005Z

West Wight Road Runners annual cross-country championship took place on an excellent new course around and over Afton Down. Will Ambrosini set a fast pace and never looked like being caught, finishing in a fast 38.18. Behind him, defending champion Andrew McEwan eventually got the better of Gareth Knight, with times of 39.03, 39.29 respectively. James Bretts, running as a guest, was next in 41.01.

In the ladies race Madeline Goodman was again first home in 49.10, followed by Hayley Waites (51.20), Claire Hopkins (57.47), Cherry Owens (58.33) and Lora Hassan-Hicks (73.36). A nominated race is held in conjunction with the event. Last year’s winner, Turgay Hassan-Hicks was again close (25 seconds) to his nominated time of 47.47, but was beaten by Madeline Goodman who was only 10 seconds adrift of her time.

For full results click HERE

Club Cross Country Championships

2009-01-04T21:12:00.003Z

The Club Cross Country Championship will take place next Sunday, January 11th at 9.30 a.m. We shall be setting off from the car park at Freshwater Bay.

The race is 5.15 miles long and competitors will be invited to nominate a time for themselves and participate in the nominated race as well

Victory 5 and Boxing Day

2008-12-11T20:13:00.001Z

Unlike the stormy weather of the last two years, conditions were ideal for the 11 West Wight Road Runners who travelled to the latest Hampshire Road Race League race, the Victory 5. With several of the regular female runners unavailable it was left to some of the newest members to represent the club, with three of the ladies team competing in their first race for the club. They performed magnificently to bring the team home in 4th position in the most keenly contested race of the season so far, maintaining the team’s overall second position in Division 3 of the League. First home was Hayley Waite in 41.39, followed by Claire Hopkins (42.25), Lucy Whittle (47.22) and Claire Critchison (53.31).

The men also put in a good performance with Andrew McEwan recording exactly 30 minutes, followed by Gareth Knight (31.54) and Ian Jolliffe (32.43). Next home was Paul Judge (34.00) in only his second race for the club, followed by Paul Scivier (34.54), Eric Critchison (39.38) and Vic Loveday (40.25). This gave them 5th position for the third time this season, consolidating their overall 5th position in the league.

The next ‘event’ is the annual Boxing Day run over Tennyson Down, starting from the car park in Freshwater Bay at 11am. All are welcome for this informal run, with hardier runners taking a dip in the sea afterwards.

Gosport Half Marathon

2008-11-18T10:40:00.001Z

The fourth round of the Hampshire Road Race League, on the 16th of November saw West Wight Road Runners compete in the Gosport Half Marathon. The new fast flat course and good weather eventually lead to a collection of excellent finishing times, however a congested start and an initially narrow race route caused some frustration for the first mile and a half.

The race effectively divided into three races between West Wight team members as they passed and counter passed one another during the race. At the front the contest was won by Andrew McEwen finishing as first team member in 1h29m24s, 192nd place with Gareth Knight close behind in 1h 29m36s and 197th. Next to finish was Ian Jolliffe in 1h35m23s winning his battle with Paul Scivier in a time of 1h35m42s, finishing 308th and 315th respectively. Madeline Goodman came out on top with 1h55m00s in a three way contest with Eric Critchison 1h56m52s and Victor Loveday 1h57m50s finishing 791st, 828th and 854th respectively.

The healthy competition lead the men’s team to a best of season 5th place for the race and saw them climb to fifth overall in the leagues second division.

The Lordshill 10 Mile

2008-11-03T22:26:00.001Z

West Wight Road Runners travelled to Lordshill for the Hampshire Road Race Leagues 10 mile event on Sunday the 2nd of November. In perfect running conditions West Wight again fielded full men’s and women’s teams for this gently undulating rural course. The runners competing were rewarded with a combination of personal best and seasons best performances in an exceptionally high quality field of four hundred runners.

The men’s team were lead home by Andrew McEwan in 1h4m42s who was 73rd male runner and 26th V40, he was followed by Gareth Knight in 1h7m30s, 16th V50 and 100th male runner, Ian Jolliffe was an impressive 3rd in the V60 category and 121st male runner in 1h10m08s the teams fourth runner was Paul Scivier in 1h11m16s who was 133rd male runner and 49th V40. Victor Loveday completed the men’s team with 1h28m11s in 252nd and 30th V60.

The women’s team continued with their excellent league performances lead home by Jess Hinton running in her first league race this year in 1h16m01s finishing 37th women runner and 14th snr. Followed by Madeline Goodman in 1h23m35s an impressive 4th in the V55 and 73rd women runner with the team completed by Chris Amy 6th V55 in 1h25m44s as 84th women runner almost a minute faster than she ran the Great South Run just a week previously.

The women’s team scored second in their league for the third race in a row consolidating there position in first place in league 3 whilst the men’s team finished sixth in league 2.

The Great South Run

2008-10-28T22:46:00.000Z

Seven West Wight Road Runners braved the elements to take part in the Great South Run, some of them new to the course.

Eric Critchison led the runners home in a very good time of 1.22.34, followed by Chris Amy in 1.25.36 and Madeline Goodman in 1.27.34. Briony Cave, taking part in her first event of this size, and raising funds for the Parkinsons Disease Society, finished in an excellent time of 1.32.31. Brian Amy was next home in 1.29.23, with Cherry Owens in 1.36.29 and Claire Critchison, running the 10 mile distance for the first time, did very well to finish in 1.54.31.

Vintage performance by West Wight Runners at Solent Half Marathon

2008-10-15T15:42:00.002+01:00

West Wight Road Runners put in an excellent performance at the Solent Half Marathon. The Hampshire Road Race League event saw the women’s team finishing second in League three and the men’s team fifth in league two. With 372 finishers the race was notable not just for the team score but also for the impressive age category placing achieved by the team members in such a competitive league run.

The women were lead home by Chris Amy 4th in the fv55 category in 1h55m, 53rd female runner followed by Madeline Goodman 6th fv55 in 2h6min2sec, 74th female. For the men Andrew McEwen was first home as 10th mv40 in 34th place he finished in 1h27m27sec, Gareth knight was 11th mv50 in 1h31min13sec 56th male runner, Ian Jolliffe had the best category result of the day with 2nd mv60 in 1h35m49sec, 84th male with Paul Scivier 49th mv40 in 1h42min49sec and 133rd male finisher. New member Paul Judge ran an excellent first race for the club to finish 28th mv50 in 1h43min09sec, 134th male and Victor Loveday completed the team as 22nd mv60 in 2h7min20sec and 231st male.

London Marathon 2009

2008-10-13T22:59:00.002+01:00

We decided at tonights committee meeting that our club entry for the London Marathon should go to an individual who has applied for entry to next years race, but has been unsuccessful. We also decided that as a rule the person who was given an entry last year should not be eligible this year. (sorry!)

Gareth and Chris Cross Wales in under 10 hours

2008-09-07T21:50:00.003+01:00

Can you cross Wales in about ten hours on foot? This was the question that West Wight Road Runners Chris Pritchett and Gareth Knight set out to answer for themselves when they entered the Across Wales Walk. The walk is in fact for walkers and runners and took place on the 6th of September. It is intended as a challenge event rather than a race. None the less accurate times and positions are maintained by an army of dedicated helpers throughout the event with a definite competitive element present amongst the runners. The route runs from Anchor in Shropshire to the coast just to the north of Aberystwyth a distance of 45 miles, taking in the summit of Plynlimon (727m) and numerous other climbs along the way.

Can you even get to the event turned out to be a far more relevant question on the day? Severe flooding all around the rural starting location created havoc for participants and organisers alike as they attempted to arrive from various parts of the country on the Friday evening. This in preparation for the events 05:00am start on the Saturday morning. With the kind of determination that we in Britain are famous for, not to mention organisers working past midnight everything was in place for the early start the following day.

Saturdays start saw conditions which the organisers latter described as “the wettest under foot in the 45 years of running the event”. Further rain fell fairly continuously throughout the morning. This resulted in the pace of both the runners and the walkers slowing to cope with the very muddy going and the frequent ankle deep pools of water. In the afternoon the rain did ease off allowing truly wonderful views of the Welsh countryside to be appreciated from the decent of Plynlimon to the coast. The summit however remained in mist with about 20m of visibility throughout the day.
For Chris and Gareth the day was exhausting but ultimately very satisfying as they checked into the finish as joint first to complete the crossing in a time of 9h54m which they were more than satisfied with in the conditions. The Across Wales Walk did indeed prove to be a challenge in more ways than had been expected.

The Overton 5

2008-09-07T18:48:00.001+01:00

Eight West Wight Road Runners made the trip to the first event of the 2008-2009 Hampshire Road Race League, the Overton 5. Weather conditions were good as the threatened rain held off for the duration of the race.

The Ladies team made a magnificent start to their season in Division 3, finishing 2nd out of 11 teams. Leading them home as usual was Madeline Goodman in 41.14, with Anne Ballingall in 42.45 and Chris Amy in 44.09 not far behind.

Some of the regular male runners were unavoidably absent and two of those running were nursing injuries, but the team made a solid start, finishing 8th in Division 2. Only 6 minutes covering the 5 runners with Andrew McEwan leading the way in 38.06, closely followed by Steve Dines in an impressive 39.17. Paul Scivier was next in 40.41, with Brian Amy making a rare appearance in 43.09. Always reliable Vic Loveday completed the contingent.

With the light evenings gone, the club meets at West Wight Sports Centre, Moa Place, Freshwater, on Wednesdays for runs around well-lit streets, setting off at 7.15pm. New members are always welcome.

Club Championships Latest

2008-09-07T18:42:00.002+01:00

The latest positions in the Club Championships show that Madeline is in the lead for the Ladies and Andrew McEwan leading for the Men.

Races Points
1 Madeline Goodman 3 3
2 Anne Ballingall 3 4
3 Lora Hassan-Hicks 3 8
4 Claire Critchison 3 10
5 Jess Hinton 2 2
6 Chris Amy 2 5
7 Feiron Walsh 2 6
8 Sue Scott 1 2
Kay Cronin 1 2
10 Anne Hassan-Hicks 1 4

Races Points Tie Break

1 Andrew McEwan 3 3 1
2 Gareth Knight 3 3 2
3 Ian Jolliffe 3 7 3
4 Mike Green 3 7 No 4th rce
5 Paul Scivier 3 11
6 Eric Critchison 3 12
7 Peter Boynton 3 13
8 Vic Loveday 3 14
9 Simon McMorran 2 2
10 Will Ambrosini 2 3
11 Danny Mannion 2 5
12 Turgay Hassan-Hicks 2 7
Steve Dines 2 7
14 Stewart Cox 2 8
15 Ken Magee 1 1
16 Brian Amy 1 4

Needles XC 2009

2008-09-01T21:20:00.003+01:00

We have just agreed to hold the race on Sunday May 31st 2009. Please put the date in your diary. We will be looking for volunteers!

Club Championship - Latest

2008-08-18T16:35:00.001+01:00

Following the IW half marathon, Pete Boynton and Will Ambrosini have moved up the rankings by completing their third and second races respectively for the club this year. But the real excitement is at the top. By finishing 1st WWRR, Gareth joined Andrew with three 1sts as his best three. To break this tie, the fourth best, fifth best and so on are looked at. Gareth has three 2nds and Andrew has only two, so Gareth has edged into the lead.

Isle of Wight Half Marathon

2008-08-18T16:34:00.000+01:00

Five West Wight Road Runners took part in this years Isle of Wight Half Marathon on Sunday 17th August. The weather was as kind as could be reasonably hoped for when running a half marathon in August but combined with the hills and constant undulations of the course it is never a particularly easy race to take on.

With that in mind Gareth Knight was more than a little surprised to set a PB and finish in 1h29min52sec for 21st placed male and 4th V50. Will Ambrosini finished in 1h32min54sec for 32nd place and 16th SM whilst Andrew McEwen finished in 1h34min36sec for 36 placed male and 12th V40. Ian Jolliffe finished in 1h36min03sec for 40th and also posted the best category finish as 2nd male V60. Pete Boynton was the fifth runner for West Wight and finished in 127th place in a time of 1h59min45sec for a 37th V40 placing.

Longstone Run

2008-08-13T20:16:00.002+01:00

6th August 2008

West Wight Road Runners club run this Wednesday saw some eventful running! Setting off from the Sun Inn, Hulverstone, at 7:15pm and unlucky number of 13 set headed out on a 5mile-ish route which took us along Brook beach and involved some sharp eyes to find the path back. Only 11 returned!! .................

The unsuspecting, fairly new, two members, had managed to miss the turning off of Brook beach, an instead ran into Brighstone, up through Mottistone, past the Long Stone, through Brook house and back via the road, arriving at the pub after two search parties had been sent out and approximately fifteen minuets after the rest of the group had noticed them missing! Its estimated that the pair completed an additional 2 or 3 miles on their detour, a route we may even be considering in the future! For next weeks run (Yarmouth view point) we will be issuing guide runners to those who got lost, preferably with leashes!!

Faversham Marathon 26th July 2008

2008-08-12T15:16:00.002+01:00

On 26th July 2008 Andrew McEwen did the Faversham marathon in Kent.
This was an unusual 40 lap race which I did to try and get a good for age time (3 hours 15 minutes) to allow me automatic entry to the London marathon. In the event I managed 3 hours 26 minutes but was pleased with 4th place on a very warm day which saw none of the entrants finish in under the time.
It was a wonderfully organised race for 40 competitors in all although some of these were doing the 6 hour ultra marathon round the same course. Despite such a small field competitors were rarely running on their own for long as each lap of just over 1 km meant that we were quickly distributed all around the circuit.
The loop took us around a tarmacked path on the out side of a recreation ground. It was essentially flat except for a 150m section where the path climbed steeply for about 35 feet of height gain. This probably was my undoing as although each climb was not much, after 40 laps it totalled getting on for 1500 feet of height gain. This is about the same as in the Isle of Wight marathon which is generally regarded as a pretty hilly marathon! I think you should allow about 7 minutes extra on to your time at about 3 hour marathon pace to account for this.
It was the most friendly marathon I have ever taken part in and drinks, sponges and food were available after every lap.
A special feature of the event was the lap counters who sat at the finish and checked you off after each lap you completed. It was good to be getting a friendly nod from them each time you went round. It was a good event for spectators too as you got lots of opportunities to cheer on your hero(ine) each time they passed.
I had been concerned that doing the same lap might be a bit repetitive but I can only say that on the day that did not really seem to be a problem as the laps went past so quickly and there was always plenty to occupy the mind.
I set off at the correct pace to acheive my time but from about half way it started to feel very hard. I kept pushing until 20 miles at which point I was still leading the race but it then started to unravel fairly quickly and I was losing time with no realistic prospect of being able to pick up the pace again. I decided to go with the flow a bit and a combination of jogging, rehydrating, a few calories and some judicious walking saw me home to the finish line tired but not completely spent and able to run again a few days later.
I dont know why the closing date for good for age places is so early (August 22nd!) but for me London will now have to wait until 2010. This was the only marathon in England held in July and before the closing date so not many options. I am glad I ran it though because it was very different, incredibly friendly and the best goody bag and trophy I have ever seen.
It is definitely not a PB course but the course record of 3 hours 12 minutes might just tempt a well prepared faster runner.

This is a 'connoiseurs' marathon which I would recommend to anyone looking for a fun challenge and a great day out.

The Wellington 10

2008-07-22T19:27:00.004+01:00

On Sunday 20th July, Ian Jolliffe completed the Wellington 10, bravely chosing the 10 mile race rather than the 10k course.

The announcer at the start of the Wellington 10 said that it was a 'challenging' course, but the last 40 metres were flat. There were, in fact, a few other flat bits but mostly it was up-and-down through the Somerset country lanes. A very pleasant course if you don't mind more hills than the Ryde 10.

The highest point of the course was about halfway, so the second half, which also had something of a following wind, was faster than the first. Ian Jolliffes time of 72.38 was his second slowest ever 10, but he was pleased with it and he finished 60th out of 257 finishers (1st V60). There are some much nippier oldies around though. One place in front was the first lady over 55, and only 40 seconds behind Ian, and before the second V60, was the first V70.

Results HERE

Splash and Dash

2008-07-08T23:14:00.002+01:00

Five Club Members helped at the Splash and Dash on Saturday July 5th. Thanks! The results are available HERE on the Sports Centre Website.

2008-06-23T22:43:00.001+01:00

WWRR CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP 2008

CURRENT POSITION on 23/06/08

Ladies

			Races	Points
1	Madeline	Goodman	3	3
2	Anne	Ballingall	3	4
3	Lora	Hassan-Hicks	3	8
4	Claire	Critchison	3	10
5	Jess	Hinton	2	2
6	Feiron	Walsh	2	6
7	Sue	Scott	1	2
	Kay	Cronin	1	2
	Chris	Amy	1	2
10	Anne	Hassan-Hicks	1	4

Men

			Races	Points
1	Andrew	McEwan	3	3
2	Gareth	Knight	3	4
3	Ian	Jolliffe	3	7
4	Mike	Green	3	7
5	Eric	Critchison	3	12
6	Vic	Loveday	3	15
7	Simon	McMorran	2	2
8	Danny	Mannion	2	5
9	Turgay	Hassan-Hicks	2	7
10	Paul	Scivier	2	8
	Peter	Boynton	2	8
	Stewart	Cox	2	8
13	Ken	Magee	1	1
	Will	Ambrosini	1	1
15	Steve	Dines	1	5

At the halfway point in the year, Madeline seems unstoppable with several 'extra' 1sts in hand if needed in a tie-break. The contest for the next few places could be much closer and depends very much on who turns out regularly in the second half of the year.

For the men, Gareth is edging closer to Andrew. The contest for first place looks to be between these two, but others who have yet to race much could catch them with a strong showing in the second half of the year.

Needles XC 2009

2008-06-16T22:37:00.001+01:00

The committee have agreed to organise the race again in 2009.

The date will be set probably in September although it is likely to be in early June or late May.

The Bob Graham Round

2008-06-10T11:43:00.003+01:00

Andrew McEwan has completed this 70 mile, 42 peak fell run/walk with 28,000 feet of ascent on 25th May 2008, in 23 hours 15 minutes. 28,000 feet is about as high as Mt Everest.

This really is a fantastic feat of endurance particularly for someone who lives so far away from a fell. His blog is worth reading from the beginning HERE.

Makes Tennysons' Monument look easy eh?

More information about the Bob Graham Round can be found HERE.

Winchester 10 K

2008-06-09T22:37:00.002+01:00

An enthusiastic group of eleven West Wight Road Runners turned out for a warm Winchester 10K. This was the last event in the current season of Hampshire Road Race League races. The race confirmed the men’s league position of sixth, and ensured they stay in the current league for next season. With an excellent turnout of five women runners the club can also look forward to fully participating in next years league events.

First home in 42m59s was Gareth Knight 105th male and 11th MV50, followed by Ian Jolliffe in 43m28s 119th male and an excellent 5th MV60. Next came an improving Michel Green in 45m15s 161st male and 46th SM, completing the scoring team was Turgay Hassan-Hicks in 46m26s 179th male and 31st V45. The team was completed by Eric Critchison in 50m45s 262nd male runner 74th SM and by Victor Loveday 311th male in 54m41s, 19th in the MV60.

The women’s team was lead home by Madeline Goodman in 50m57s, 57th women and an excellent 3rd in the FV55 category, followed by Anne Ballingall in 56m13s, 98th women and 11th FV50, completing the scoring team was Lora Hansen-Hicks in 58m11s, 111th woman and 37th SF. Completing the women’s team were Claire Critchison 140th women and 47th SF and Feiron Walsh 170th women and 13th FV55

Next Ryde have been relegated we saw Peter Young at Winchester but he was there by himself Hart who were only one point below them fielded a team and so its 3rd division for the Ryde men. Could they be competing in it with the Isle of Wight Road Runners next year I wonder (that will be interesting).

Unfortunately our ladies have been relegated to the third division, but they are on the up already as evidenced by an excellent result of 6th placed team on Sunday within the second division. So next year promotion.

Fun Run and Splash and Dash

2008-06-06T10:42:00.002+01:00

We need help! Traditionally we have helped out at the Fun Run and Splash and Dash, held at the Sports Centre.

This is one of the few ways we have of supporting young peoples’ athletic activities. We need your help to ensure the continued success of these events.

Times

Splash and Dash: Saturday July 5th -12-2 p.m.

Fun Run: Sunday July 20th – Morning

Please contact Ed or Clare at the Sports Centre if you can help!

Club Runs

2008-06-04T10:36:00.003+01:00

Wednesday night is club night and everyone is welcome to take part in our club runs. Tonight, (Wednesday the 4th) we are meeting at WW Sports Centre for a run along the foot of the downs probably 4 or 5 miles.

Next week (June 11th) we meet at Strawberry Lane, Mottistone. All the dates are listed on the right hand side of this site.

We particularly welcome runners we haven't met before.

Needles XC

2008-06-01T17:47:00.003+01:00

We had a long and successful day with a record number of entrants. The mens course record was broken.

Results and further information are now on the Needles XC website.

http://needlesxcmarathon.blogspot.com/

Needles XC

2008-05-31T21:37:00.002+01:00

Well we're all ready for the big day and we are expecting 250 runners tomorrow. Does this make the event the biggest athletics event on the Island? I think so. Results and further details, reports etc. are available at.

http://needlesxcmarathon.blogspot.com/

Go and visit.... !

Walk The Wight

2008-05-19T22:30:00.005+01:00

Sunday 18th May was host to the ‘Walk the Wight’ in aid of the Earl Mountbatten Hospice. Many members of the West Wight Road Runner team hung up their running shoes for their hiking boots, to take on the 27mile, hilly course. While 9 members saw fit to walk the course, a mad four, refused to put away the running shoes and thought, it better to run! Gareth Knight completed the 27mile course at full speed in 4hrs 20mins, while Turgay Hassan-Hicks, once arriving at Freshwater Bay from Bembridge, decided not to complete the race at Alum Bay (3miles away), but would instead run home a further 5miles. It is estimated that he ran 29mile in approximately 4hrs 50mins. The third loon, Mike Green ran from Bembridge to Freshwater Bay in approximately 4hrs 30mins, where he finished the 24 miles on a maximum of 6 miles a week training! Lora Hassan-Hicks was only half as silly because she started from Carisbrooke Castle and ran to Alam Bay in around 3hrs.

A huge congratulations to all who took on the challenge of Walk the Wight, the early morning weather conditions were perfect for the runners, and the warmer mid morning ideal for the walkers.

The Isle of Wight Marathon

2008-05-19T22:29:00.000+01:00

The Isle of Wight Marathon was completed last Sunday (11th May) by Ken McGee, the only West Wight Road Runner to take on the daunting task. Even in the high temperatures, Ken ran exceptionally well returning home in 4:14:21 securing him 51st male position. Well done Ken!

Netley 10K

2008-05-18T22:10:00.002+01:00

Conditions were ideal for the Netley 10K (also know as the Run in the Park). The course is mainly on roads and metalled tracks, but entirely within Victoria Country Park and traffic free.

Ian Jolliffe finished in 56th place (2nd over 60) in a time of 42.22.

Club Championships

2008-05-16T21:45:00.003+01:00

The race for the club championships is really hotting up. For the latest positions, click HERE.