Category: Weekly round up

  • Weekly Round up – 1st September 2025

    Weekly Round up – 1st September 2025

    Whilst we were all nicely tucked up in bed, Peeler Michael Hughes, having travelled to the other side of the world took on the amazing Sydney Marathon.  The race begins near North Sydney Oval, a place of exceptional historical significance.  The most famous point of the course is a picturesque crossing of the Harbour Bridge with views of the Opera House and the city skyline, with a spectacular finish against the backdrop of the iconic Sydney Opera House. Michael finished in an amazing time of (3 hours and 56 minutes and 38 seconds).  Fantastic job Michael and epic photo!

    On Friday evening it was the return of the Mid-Summer Cheshire 5k.  In the heart of the Cheshire countryside, the race is fast becoming a favourite for PB chasers, as it is quite simply one of the fastest 5K road races anywhere in the country.  Peeler Wayne King took on the event and finished in a fantastic (17:21), well done Wayne!

    parkrun events 

    On the last weekend of the school summer holidays Peelers travelled far and wide to take part in Parkruns.

    Traveling to the other side of the world and in preparation from his Sydney marathon, Michael Hughes completed the You Yangs Parkrun in (27:41).

    Closer to home at the local Tamworth Castle Grounds first Peeler back and in 2nd place was Wayne King in an amazing time of (18:14).  Followed by Lee Rickards (18:35), Jamie Abbiss (19:25), Mark Boffey (23:19), Richard Satchwell (24:18), Judith Matthews (25:17), Sam Cart (25:18) which was a fantastic PB, Chris Bennett (25:29), Christine Rosser (26:57), Tim Mudd (27:24), George Hope (28:07), Billy King (29:39), Alan King (29:39), Lydia Trenfield (29:40).  

    The Peelers were out also out in force at Kingsbury Water Park with Roger Lloyd first back for Team Peel in (23:56), followed by Ashley Goodman (24:00), Anne Whitby-Smith (25:50), Darren O’Leary, (26:03), Neal Dempsey (30:55), Sarah Boffey (33:01), Alison Upton (33:59), Helen Dempsey (35:34), Emma Whorwood (35:38), Stephen Andrews (41:51), Alison Dolphin (50:39) and Sarah French (60:44).

    Travelling to Beacon Park in Lichfield Michael Shelton finished in (21:20) followed by Garth Cox in (23:26).

    Emma Pick was the sole Peel at Conkers finishing in an amazing time of (18:00) and the first female home.  At Rosliston first Peeler back was Tracy Ford (25:46) followed by Jacqueline Tierney (30:06).

    Travelling to Ross-on-Wye Ian Orton finished in(22:03), Michael Stevenson finished Fountains Abbey in (38:51) and Chris Taylor finished Coed Cefn-pwll-du in (34:21)

    Venturing to Tawd Valley Joanne Sharman and Stephanie Attenborough both finished in (59:00).

    Peelers walking group Peel Road Runners walking group meets on a Tuesday evening in the carpark by the Tamworth Castle skate park at 6.50pm.  The group walks various routes for around 1 hour each week.  Come along and give it a try, details can be found at www.peelroadrunners.co.uk

  • Weekly Round up – 25th August 2025

    Weekly Round up – 25th August 2025

    On what turned out to be an unusually toasty Bank Holiday, Val Lawson set off to Staffordshire totake on the Denstone 10 miler. The route starts at Denstone College opening with a downhill start to lure the runners into a false sense of comfort. The out and back route tracks along the Churnet Valley trail before rewarding participants with an uphill finish. Val achieved a time of 1:50:29 finishing 3rd in her age category.

    Taking the opportunity of the long weekend to squeeze in not one but two events Joanne Sharman and Steph Attenborough were in action at two back to back half marathons. First up on Sunday they completed Derby Running Festival half marathon in 2:39:00 before heading to Walton on Thames on Monday to take part in the ‘2 Weird 2 Run’ half marathon hosted by Phoenix Running. A scenic run along the River Thames the event is known for its aid stations featuring unusual baked goods. The pair took advantage of the sociable atmosphere and the feed stations completing in 3:21:00.

    29 Peel members kept the Peel flag flying at Park Runs across the country.  Worcester Pitchcroft hosted Wendy Bowyer who finished in 39:27, Garth Cox ticked off an incredible 250th park run at East Park in Wolverhampton (22:59), Chelmsford Central saw a visit from Michael Hughes who achieved a PB of 21:22, whilst at Newent Mark Boffey and Sarah Boffey finished in 25:41 and 29:47 respectively. Closer to home Kingsbury remained ever popular with Phil Neale crossing the line first in 22:45. Ash Goodman was next home in 25:07 followed by Darren O’Leary (25:57), Roger Eastaff (33:11), Alison Upton (33:19) Ann Hill (35:45), Stephen Andrews (59:10), Alison Dolphin (59:12), Sarah French (59:21) and tail walkers Steph Attenborough and Joanne Sharman brought the run to a close in 01:01:05 and 01:01:06. Also staying local Mike Shelton ran Beacon Park in 21:25, Jackie Tierney visited Battlestead Croft (29:27), Simon Gordon finished Conkers in 25:57 and Roger Lloyd took on Market Bosworth (24:30). Meanwhile at Tamworth Chris Samson brought the team home in 18:49, chased down by Matt Salisbury in 20:04, Ben Dorkins (23:45), Sophie Galloway (24:10), Richard Satchwell (25:29), Sam Cart (25:35), Lydia Knight who achieved both 1st in her age category and a PB of 27:39, Tim Mudd (27:44), Billy King (28:56), Allen King (28:57) and Lisa Vickery (30:46). Ian Orton added Wyre Forest to his collection of locations, in a time of 24:45 and Chris Bennett triumphed at Groe Builth Wells in 23:48.

    A Sunday social for the Peel walking group saw members head out on a 6.5 mile hike around Shustoke and Nether Whitacre, enjoying the beautiful countryside and sampling the delights of the local pub as a well deserved reward. What better way to spend a Bank Holiday!

  • Weekly Round up – 18th August 2025

    Weekly Round up – 18th August 2025

    The stunning Lake Orta in Piedmont, Northern Italy, was the setting for an extraordinary test of endurance as Peel Road Runners Steph Attenborough and Jo Sharman took part in the Orta 10 in 10 event.

    Between Friday 8th and Saturday 17th, the pair completed an incredible sequence of five marathons with each followed by five half marathons. The demanding road course—closer to trail conditions by UK standards—featured more than 400 metres of elevation on the full marathon route.

    Adding to the challenge were extreme conditions, with heat warnings in place and daily temperatures approaching 40°C. Despite this, both runners excelled, finishing joint third overall in the half marathon standings.

    The famous Blackpool Illuminations provided a dazzling backdrop for this year’s Run the Lights 10k, as hundreds of runners took to the Promenade for one of the North West’s most vibrant races.

    Starting in the heart of Blackpool, the route took participants past iconic landmarks including the Blackpool Tower and the Pleasure Beach, before finishing under the glow of the world-renowned light displays. Every finisher received a bespoke glow-in-the-dark medal to mark the occasion.

    Peel Road Runners were well represented on the night, with strong performances across the field. Allen King finished in 46:23, followed by Mark Boffey in 48:31. Samantha Futrill crossed in 49:02, with Chris Bennett close behind in 51:07. Lisa Barnes rounded off the club’s entries, finishing in 59:31.

    The Belper Rover in Derbyshire once again lived up to its reputation as a tough but scenic challenge, with competitors tackling a 30 km circular fell race across footpaths, bridleways and public roads. The course took runners over the Chevin ridge, along stretches of ancient Roman road once frequented by highwaymen, and through farmland, woodland and sections of the Midshires Way.

    This year’s event was made even tougher by hot conditions, with the 2000 ft of elevation gain across the course proving particularly demanding. Finishers were rewarded in true Rover tradition with a cheese cob and a can of coke. Among the entrants was Peel Road Runners’ Sarah Boffey, who put in a strong performance to complete the race in 3:38:12.

    Set against the stunning backdrop of Blithfield Reservoir in Staffordshire, the Blithfield Triathlon once again attracted athletes to one of the region’s most scenic multi-sport events. Based at the Sailing Club, the race offered both Sprint and Olympic distances, with competitors tackling a reservoir swim, a fast rolling bike leg and a trail/tarmac run to finish.

    Peel Road Runners’ Matt Salisbury took on the Olympic distance, beginning with a 1.5 km open water swim in 37:33. He then completed the 39 km bike section in 1:05:53 before finishing strongly on the 10 km run with a time of 49:30. Matt finished in a fantastic 47th place out of a field of 129 competitors with an overall time of 2:38:41.

    Meanwhile, it was another busy weekend for Peel Road Runners, with members taking part in events across the country. A large group of Peelers headed to Kingsbury Water, where Katie Stretton finished in 25:13, followed by Ashley Goodman in 26:42. Roger Eastaff recorded a time of 31:43, just ahead of Claire Guffick who finished in 31:44. Jo Insley crossed the line in 33:06, with Emma Whorwood close behind in 33:54. Lee Guffick ran well to finish in 34:45, while Ann Hill and Wendy Bowyer completed their runs together in 38:34 and 38:35 respectively. Rounding off the Peel contingent, Alison Dolphin finished in 57:14 and Stephen Andrews in 57:17.

    At Rotherham, Michael Hughes completed his run in 49:33. At Isabel Trail, Roger Lloyd produced a strong run to gain a PB in 23:10. Meanwhile, at Dunstable Downs, Ben Dorkins completed his outing in 24:17. In Ross-on-Wye, Jacqueline Tierney ran well to record a time of 31:39. At Woodgate Valley Country Park, Garth Cox completed the course in 23:30. In Sence Valley Forest Park, Tim Mudd finished his run in 27:22. Finally, at Tamworth Castle Grounds, Sophie Galloway finished in 24:29, followed by Judith Matthews in 25:45. Lydia Trenfield achieved a PB and first in her age category in 27:39, Charlotte Fielding completed her run in 28:27, while Dave Fern finished in 31:36.

    The Peelers meet every Tuesday evening at the skate park car park at 6.45pm for a 7pm start with a choice of different paced running groups and a walking group.

  • Weekly Round up – 11th August 2025

    Weekly Round up – 11th August 2025

    Last Sunday saw an excellent turnout for the Burton 10k. In very warm temperatures, 16 Peelers turned out for the annual race. First back for the club was Chris Samson in 41st place (40:28). He was followed by Matt Salisbury (41:47) and Ian Orton (47:09). Sami Futril was the first female back in 127th place overall (49:16). The remaining times were Mark Boffey (49:25), Lisa Stretton (49:54), Garth Cox (50:48), Roger Lloyd (51:18), Katie Stretton (52:30), Chris Bennett (53:48), Simon Gordon (54:07), Gemma Pritchard (57:21), Carolyne Browne (1:01), Sarah Boffey (1:02), Val Lawson (1:07) and Dave Fern (1:10).

    Neal Dempsey completed something a bit longer, with the 56k Outer Edge events “The Crossing” from Belstone to Ivybridge straight across Dartmoor. It was a mix of peat and rocky paths in very tough hot and windy conditions.

    In the local parkruns -Kingsbury was most popular – Garth Cox was first back in 51st (25:36) then Darren O’Leary (26:00), Roger Eastaff (32:00), Claire Guffick (32:01), Lee Guffick (34:46) and Wendy Bowyer (41:19).  Tamworth Castle Grounds saw Jamie Abbiss finish 4th in 18:35. He was followed by Matt Salisbury (23:10), Judith Matthews (25:38), Darren Truman (27:42), Sophie Galloway (28:25) and Roger Lloyd (46:38).  Mike Shelton at Beacon Lichfield (21:16). 

    Uckfield had Michael Hughes in 16th (22:58), Mark Boffey (26:22), Jackie Tierney (34:01) and Sarah Boffey (36:09). Other events were Ian Orton at Alderford Lake (23:20), Tracy Ford at Brueton (26:41), Lisa Barnes at Cheltenham (57:12), Allen King at Pavillion Gardens (24:12), Tim Mudd at Vicar Water (28:33), Mike Stevenson at Warwick Racecourse (38:56) and Ben Dorkins at Y Promenad (27:16).

    And last but certainly not least, Emma Pick at Wimpole Estate (18:28) finishing in 1st Place! 

    Peel Road Runners meet each Tuesday and Thursday at Tamworth Castle Grounds  – see www. peelroadrunners.co.uk for more details

  • Weekly Round up – 4th August 2025

    Weekly Round up – 4th August 2025

    was near perfect weather conditions for running this weekend and Park runs far and wide were well attended.  A couple of specific mentions to Emma Pick and her dog Lola who ran Clumber Park Parkrun in an incredible time of 18:50 and finishing as 1st female ( 3rd place overall) and Lisa Barnes picked up her Park run PB at Tamworth Castle grounds in a time of 28:40 thanks to the support of Chris Bennett and Allen King . All Park run results are below

    Worcester Pitchcroft parkrun

    Ian Orton 22:14

    Sandwell Valley parkrun

    Joanne Sharman 40:57,Stephanie Attenborough 40:57

    Kingsbury Water parkrun

    Philip Neale 23:00, Ashley Goodman 24:42, Katie Stretton 25:21, Lisa Stretton 25:23, Simon Gordon 25:34, Sarah Boffey 32:36, Jacqueline Tierney 36:13

    Clumber Park parkrun

    Emma Pick 18:50

    Lee-on-the-Solent parkrun

    Sophie Galloway 24:27

    Sutton Park parkrun

    Roger Lloyd 24:01

    Chasewater parkrun

    Roger Eastaff 34:04, Claire Guffick 34:05, Lee Guffick 35:36, Wendy Bowyer 41:09, Ann Hill,41:10, Sarah French51:35, Stephen Andrews 58:21

    Warwick Racecourse parkrun

    Michael Stevenson 39:39

    Beacon parkrun

    Jamie Abbiss 18:33

    Frogmary Green Farm parkrun

    Tim Mudd 29:07

    Tamworth Castle Grounds parkrun

    Lee Rickards 18:33, Matt Salisbury 20:05, Charlotte Fielding 28:23, Lisa BARNES 28:40, Allen King 28:41, Chris Bennett 28:41

    Oaklands College parkrun

    Michael Hughes 44:25

    Jubilee parkrun, Bedford

    Garth Cox 22:59

    Aside of Park run it was a quiet week on the race calendar for the Peelers this week . 

    Joanne Sharman and Steph Attenborough took on the half marathon at Nottingham running festival held at the iconic Nottingham Racecourse. The course takes you along Colwick country park and the views of the stunning lakes. Both completed the course in an amazing time of 2 hours 53 minutes. Well done ladies

  • Weekly Round up – 28th July 2025

    Weekly Round up – 28th July 2025

    With the schools closed and holiday season starting most peelers concentrate on parkrun at the weekends if not heading off on their hol’s, but not for Steph Attenborough and Jo Sharman who on Saturday 26th July 2025 ran the LDWA (Long Distance Walkers Association) Golden 50 race. Taking a 50-mile figure of 8 loop which covers paths, bridleways and green lanes through both Hertfordshire and Essex with 2854ft of elevation gain on a very warm day, they both finished in a respectable time of 19 hours 28 minutes.

    In parkrun news, George Hope wins this week’s tourism award, taking part at Albert Melbourne in Australia. A single lap course comprising a concrete path, gravel paths and sand George finished in a time of 28:16.

    There was plenty of other parkrun tourism occurring this weekend.

    At Cardiff, Ian Orton ran a new PB with a fantastic time of 21:26. Also joining the 21 club this weekend was Matt Salisbury at Clitheroe Castle with a superb time of 21:17.

    A small group of peelers had an early start travelling to Ifield Mill Pond parkrun. Mike Hughes was first back with a time of 22:51. Closely followed by Mark Boffey (25:40), Sarah Boffey (30:06) and Jackie Tierney (48:41).

    Simon Gordon ran Exmouth parkrun along the sea front in a time of 25:57. Michael Stevenson ran at Northallterton  in 39:16 and Tim Mudd ran at Thonock Lane Farm parkrun in 28:53.

    In closer to home parkruns Kingsbury Water Park and Tamworth Castle grounds were both well attended. At Kingsbury, Katie Stretton was first home in 25:23. Followed by Lisa Stretton (25:26), Carolyne Browne (28:38), Alison Upton (33:01), Alison Dolphin (44:57), Stephen Andrews (52:06), Roger Eastaff (52:09), and Phil Neale (01:04:43).

    At Tamworth, Allen King was first home in 24:13, followed by Billy King (24:44), Sophie Galloway (24:49), Gemma Pritchard (26:51), Lydia Trenfield (27:53), Helen Manton (29:42) and Lisa Barnes (30:21).

    At Babbs Mill, Garth Cox ran 25:10. At Beacon parkrun, Lichfield, Mike Shelton ran 20:52 followed by Tracy Ford in 25:36.

    Lastly, at Rosliston, Emma Pick ran 22:16.

     Peel Road Runners meet every Tuesday and Thursday at the Castle Grounds Skate Park car park at 6.45pm for a 7.00pm start. We also have our walking group meeting on Tuesdays, same time and same meeting place. New members always welcome.

  • Weekly Round up – 21st July 2025

    The report this week begins with a very inspirational person.  The running world was saddened to learn of the death of Fauja Singh this week; the world’s ‘oldest’ marathon runner at 114 years old.  Singh, a global icon, set records by running marathons across multiple age categories, including when he was over 100.  He began running at 80 and ran nine full marathons between 2000 and 2013, when he retired.  Singh was a torchbearer for the 2012 London Olympics.  However, his claim of being the world’s oldest marathon runner was not recognised by Guinness World Records as he could not show a birth certificate from 1911.Birth certificates were not produced in India at the time Singh was born.  However, his British passport showed his date of birth as being 1st April, 1911, and that he had a letter from the Queen congratulating him on his 100th birthday.  World Records can only accept official birth documents created in the year of the birth. 

    As a young boy growing up in Punjab, Singh was teased by people in the village as his legs were weak and he could not walk properly until the age of five.  After the death of his wife, Singh moved to London to live with his eldest son.  Here he met a group of elderly men who would go on runs together with the man who would become his coach, Harmander Singh.  Singh shot to fame when Adidas signed him up for their 2004 Impossible is Nothing advertising campaign, which also featured legends such as Mohammed Ali. Singh credited his health and longevity to a simple lifestyle and disciplined diet.  “Eating less, running more, and staying happy – that is the secret behind my longevity.  This is my message to everyone,” he said in June. 

    Parkrun was the only opportunity last weekend for runners to stretch their legs.  Ian Orton chose to run at Arrow Valley, crossing the finishing line in 23:16. .  Beacon Park, Lichfield was the choice of Garth Cox, 24:01 and Roger Lloyd 24:59.  George Hope completed Bunbury, Cheshire in 26:38.  Joanne Sharman and Stephanie Attenborough once again dedicated their weekend to parkrun.  Their parkrun of choice was Eastville, Jo finishing in 49:06 and Steph 49:07.  Jo and Steph then volunteered at junior parkrun,Yatton Rec, Bristol.  Kingsbury waterpark is always a popular choice – Mike Shelton led the pack in 21:13; followed by Sophie Galloway 24:47; Tracy Ford 25:53; Darren Truman 27:52; Sarah Boffey 29:55; Jo Insley 30:46; Alison Upton 34:17; Jacqueline Tierney 53:18 and Stephen Andrews 57:07.  Michael Hughes completed the course at Nostell, nr Wakefield in 49:38.  Lee Rickards was first over the line at Tamworth in 18:27; Chris Bennett 23:29; Samantha Futrill 23:38 and Allen King 49:28;  The Plens, Desborough. saw Tim Mudd achieve a time of 28:52.  Ben Dorkins ran at Trentham Gardens in 24:55.  Michael Stevenson ran Warwick Racecourse in 39:33 and finally Emma Pick completed Woolacombe Dunes in 22:52.

    The club continues to grow its members, particularly after the completion of the C25k course.  Those that completed the course have now progressed to the Bridge to 10k.  This is still open to non-members who wish to progress their running ability.  Please refer to our social media for more information. 

    Although it was a quiet race weekend, several members were out pounding the streets training for marathons later this year.  There will always be a Peeler out running somewhere!

  • Weekly Round up – 14th July 2025

    Weekly Round up – 14th July 2025

    On a beautiful (if slightly warm!) summer’s evening, a large group of Peel Road Runners took part in the Worthington 6 mile road race (a counting race for the Burton & District Summer League).  The race was an out and back course along the Cloud trail (previously an old railway line but now a well surfaced bridleway) finishing at the Malt Shovel pub in the village.

    First back for the Peelers was Wayne King in a time 37:03, followed by Mike Shelton (41:53), Adrian Jelley (42:38), Allen King (44:15), Ian Orton (personal best time of 44:56), Phil Neale (45:14), Georgie Mead (46:12), Lorna Carlin (46:38), Chris Bennett (course PB 46:45), Samie Futrill (47:09), Ben Dorkins (47:40), Roger Lloyd (48:43), Garth Cox (48:53), Sophie Galloway (49:15), Darren Truman (52:34), George Hope (54:17), Tracy Ford (54:30), Tim Mudd (54:46), Gillian Jelley (55:03), Carolyne Browne (57:23), Lisa Barnes (59:17), Helen Manton (59:39), Jackie Tierney (1:00:19), Dave Fern (1:04:13) and Val Lawson (1:04:40).

    Continuing the theme of BDSL evening races run in very hot conditions, Friday saw the Derby Runner Tara Kinder 10k race at Elvaston Castle in Derby.  Three laps of a fast and flat course saw runners protected a little from the elements by some tree cover, but conditions were not conducive to fast times.   However, Michael Hughes and Ian Orton ran personal bests in times of 48:35 and 50:08 respectively.  Close on Hughes’ heals, Phil Neale crossed the line in 48:43, followed by Mark Boffey (52:56), Tracy Ford (54:30), Roger Lloyd (55:57), Darren Truman (60:01), Sarah Boffey (66:47) and Alison Upton (74:50).

    In a week of personal bests for the Peelers, Wayne King was not going to let the side down and ran an impressive personal best time of 29:44 at the Wellingborough 5 mile road race on Sunday.

    At the weekend’s parkruns the hot weather was still affecting runners, particularly on those courses with limited shade.

    At Kingsbury Water parkrun, Ben Dorkins was first home for the club in a time of 25:02, closely followed by Lisa Stretton (26:12), Katie Stretton (26:12), Darren O’Leary (26:47), Emma Whorwood (34:21), Roger Eastaff (37:34), Alison Dolphin (49:25), Stephen Andrews (49:26), Ann Hill (58:51) and Wendy Bowyer (59:01).

    Meanwhile, many Peelers were on tour visiting parkrun locations across the country with Mick Stevenson enjoying the scenery in Skipton and finishing in 43:22, whilst Joanne Sharman and Steph Attenborough travelled to Delamere Forest in Cheshire to take on the (hopefully shady!) trails finishing in times of 57:54 and 57:55 respectively. Running at Whinlatter Forest in Cumbria (renowned as one of the hardest parkrun courses), Peel Superstar Emma Pick finished in an impressive time of 22:04, only three minutes behind Ricky Lightfoot (world champion trail runner and a medallist in the World Long Distance Mountain Running Challenge)!  Taking on a fast and flat course at the Fire Service College near Moreton in the Marsh, Chris Bennett was first to finish in 25:16, with Garth Cox (completing his 50th parkrun in a different location) close behind in 26:05, Tracy Ford (27:29), Allen King (27:39), Darren Truman (27:58), Mark Boffey (28:03), Sarah Boffey (34:09) and Jackie Tierney (53:50) carrying the Lanterne Rouge, having been knocked off her bicycle earlier in the week and being restricted to walking.  At Jubilee Park Bedford Ian Orton crossed the line in 24:22, whilst closer to home at Beacon Park, Lichfield Lee Rickards finished in 18:07, followed by Mike Shelton in 21:38

    Finally, flying the Peel flag at Tamworth Castle parkrun, Judith Matthews finished in 25:58, with Simon Gordon (27:14) and Tim Mudd (28:06) not far behind.

  • Weekly Round up – 7th July 2025

    Weekly Round up – 7th July 2025

    A quieter week on the race front this week with just two Peelers in action in events away from Park Run.

    Ben Dorkins represented Peel at the Birmingham and Black Country half marathon on Sunday 6th July. The event is a unique point to point race along the canal towpaths between Wolverhampton city centra and Brindley Place Birmingham taking in the famous 360m long Coseley Tunnel. With a varied terrain of gravel tracks, unkept trails and smooth tarmac, Ben finished the course in a time of 1:56:00.

    Lydia Knight took part in the Sutton Coldfield Race for Life 10k. A two lap undulating course ran in Sutton Park, Lydia completed the event in 55:12.

    At the local park runs Kingsbury paid host to 12 members with Phil Neale crossing the line first from the club in 23:09. Katie Stretton was next home in 26:01, followed by Allen King (28:18), Billy King (28:18), Chris Bennett (28:19), Jo Insley (30:49), Roger Eastaff (34:29), Lee Guffick (39:16), Sarah Boffey (48:19), Sarah French (52:29), Alison Dolphin (52:29) and Ann Hill (52:30).  Running at Tamworth were Lee Rickards (18:41), Sophie Galloway who achieved a park run PB of 24:11, Tracy Ford (25:44), Judith Matthews (26:02), Mark Boffey (26:09), Lydia Knight (27:34) and Dave Fern (31:53) whilst at Rosliston Emma Pick finished in 20:12 and Roger Lloyd in 25:00. Elsewhere across the country, Garth Cox ran at Worcester (24:22), Jackie Tierney at Chester (31:44), Walsall saw a visit from Lisa Barnes who also achieved a PB of 29:29, Tim Mudd and Carolyne Browne were at Ross on Wye finishing in 27:37 and 28:28 respectively,  Bramshall Road hosted Ian Orton (23:48) and Jubilee Park Run Bedford accommodated Joanne Sharman (50:19), Steph Attenborough (50:20).

    The Peel team will be out in force on Tuesday this week, competing in the BDSL Worthing 6 race and again on Friday at Tara Kinder 10k. All the very best of luck to everyone running!

  • Weekly Round up – 30th June 2025

    Weekly Round up – 30th June 2025

    This week not only bought the sunshine, but also the return on Sunday of the annual Peel Road Runners event, the ‘Gate Gallop’.  The event helps raise much needed funds for the local St Giles Hospice and this year was again supported by the fantastic ‘Simon’s Heroes’ charity and all their amazing volunteers.  The ‘Gate Gallop’ has been running for over 25 years and over that period has raised an amazing £100,000. 

    The race starts and finishes at Anker Valley Sports Complex in Tamworth and takes runners onto the fields and footpaths around the beautiful River Anker and the Warwickshire Moor.  The route consists of both track, grass fields and concrete paths to give runners a bit of everything.  The runners were also welcomed back to Anker Valley to the sound of live music and there were many stalls set up, with the cake stand being a firm favourite. 

    Ian Orton was the first Peeler home in (50:19) followed by Kirsty Welsh (51:44), Carloyne Browne (1:0017), Lydia Trenfield (1:03:32), Emma Petricca (1:05:31) and Emma Livingstone (1:06:15).

    This weekend also saw the return of the Derby Half Marathon, also know as Ramathon which is one of the oldest and biggest event of its kind in Derbyshire. The route starts and finishes at Silk Mill Park close to Derby Cathedral and takes in Pride Park Stadium, Alvaston Park and the stunning scenery of Elvaston Castle Country Park. The course is fast and flat.

    Peeler Wayne King finished in a fantastic time of (1:23) followed by Jacob Thorold in (1:43:48), well done both.

    A little further afield Peelers Joanne Sharman and Stephanie Attenborough took on the LDWA Coast to Coast Challenge, which is 36 miles across Scotland from Ullapool to Ardgay, which they both finished in a fantastic 11 hours and 51 minutes.  As if that wasn’t enough, they followed this by a trip further north to Thurso to volunteer at Millbank Boating Pond Junior Parkrun.

    Parkrun events

    The Peelers also took full advantage of the lovely weather, attending many of the local Parkrun events too.  Many runners attended the local Tamworth Castle Grounds Parkrun.  Trevor Thompson was the first Peeler back in an impressive (22:55) followed by Sophie Galloway (25:21), Tim Mudd (26:48) and Christie Rosser (27:12).

    There was also a strong attendance at Kingsbury Waterpark Parkrun too.  With Mike Shelton the first Peeler to cross the line in a fantastic (21:55); followed by Darren Truman (27:44) and Emma Whorwood (35:41). Many Peelers travelled further afield too with Chris Taylor (33:47) and Stella Taylor (40:21) finishing at Alvaston, and at Beacon Park Lee Rickards came in at (18:34) followed by Jamie Abbiss (19:40) and Garth Cox (23:19).  Darren O’Leary ventured to Centennial and finished in (27:11), Charlotte Fielding ventured to Clapham Common and finished in (29:28). Ben Dorkins attended Coronation Park and finished in an (24:42).  Mark Boffey finished Crosby in (26:10) followed by Lisa Barnes (31:58), Sarah Boffey (32:47 – Which was also Sarah’s 100th Park Run location, which is known as the Cowell Club) and Jacqueline Tierney (32:50). Ian Orton attended Medina IOW and finished in (23:42) and finally Michael Stevenson attended Warwick Racecourse and came in at (41:50).