Grantham Running Club

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All other news below;.

Lincolnshire Runner on the move: They are shut for the next two weeks as they are moving up the High Street towards town. They will be located on the other side of the road opposite Cyclesport, their new address is 115c High Street, LN5 7PR. they are re-opening on 6th June and will be having some extra offers, didn't say what offers, for a few days after opening.

Fast Boy! Grantham's top marathon runner's new movie "Fast Girls" is released on 15th June, Paul R will be opting to Fosbury Flop over the ribbon as it opens on 15th June, full details on his blog. rushirushworth.blogspot.co.uk/

Sunday Races 20th May: There are two 10k's on this Sunday, Clowne Road Runners are holding the "Towpath and Trail 10k" which they describe as flat (apart from the one hill at the start) and picturesque, entry on the day for £11.00 Towpath Entry Form

Also starting at 11:00 is the Deepings 10k which is a flat PB course at Deeping St James, this one is £6.00 now and £8.00 on the day, for an entry form click here Rotary-Deeping 10k Entry Form

Health and Wellbeing Roadshow: As part of our desire to reach into the community the club had representatives at the East Coast Mainline staff roadshow on Friday. If you hear of any other events which you think it might be useful to attend please let us know.

New Run Leaders: We have several of our members attending a course this weekend to become qualified in as Leaders In Running Fitness (LIRF) which will get us a bit more cover as we have lost a few leaders due to retirement and moving away. Expect some rejuvenated training sessions next week as they get to put the theory into practice.

Sunday Races 13th May: There are three 10k's on this Sunday, all entry on the day for £9.00. Sleaford Lions at Ancaster is off road, Long Clawson is in aid of the Village Hall but has a UKA licence and the final one is the Eye 10k which I would expect to be pretty flat.

Season's Best: We had eleven runners out at the ultra flat but windy Holme Pierrepont on Friday night and they were rewarded with ten season's bests. Eight of our guys ran at Langtoft last Sunday and all eight set season's bests with half of them setting their PBs

The times were so fast that Scott couldn't believe his watch! Full details on Season's best

Thunder Run 24 28th July 2012: We have around 15 confrmed entries so far but I might be wrong so can you check if you are in? Note we have a special price for the warm up race 10 days before the big event which we invite everyone to take part in even if you can't join us on the TR24. If you want one of the remaining places you are advised to get your name in as soon as possible before the event fills up.

May Bank Holiday Weekend Runs: Friday's Training takes place as normal from the Meres at 10:00 but Monday evening's session is cancelled as the centre is closed. This Sunday's race is the Langtoft 10k. www.langtoftroadrun.btck.co.uk/

New Kit Now Ready: The first batch of new vests have now arrived and with a special introductory offer of only £15.00 each it is certainly worth investing in one for your next race. We will have a selection of sizes for sale at training on Monday.

Virgin London Marathon: Ballot entry for the 2013 Virgin London Marathon opens this Monday (30th April). Demand is always massive and the ballot closes after 125,000 runners have registered. So to stand the best chance, log on first thing www.virginlondonmarathon.com. Entry into the ballot is effectively a raffle, so entry alone doesn't guarantee a place in the race. Race organisers will contact the lucky entrants who have been successful later in the year (in past years this has been in October).

Races. Races, Races: Now that the long run season has come to an end we have loads of shorter races over the next few weekends. This Sunday 29th April is a 10k at Spalding (£9 on the day) www.spaldingtri.co.uk, next is a 10k at Lantoft (also £9 on the day but £7 in advance) www.langtoftroadrun.btck.co.uk/ and the following Sunday is another 10k at Eye, all flat, fast and on road. On Friday the 11th is an evening 10 mile race at Holme Pierrepont (£9.50 in advance) www.nottsac.co.uk/

Virgin London Marathon Results: Results now on the updated season's best page - well done especially to Ben H who finished in front of his mother. Paul R's excellent time qualifies him for automatic entry next year.Our club runners generally don't run for charity so if you feel you would like to make a marathon donation Claire Lomas' just giving page is still open for her marathon challenge www.justgiving.com/Claire-Lomas Unfortunately Arthur did not compete this year for personal reasons.

Sunday 22nd April: This is marathon day, the many months of preparation are now over but inevitably some of the guys won't make it to the start line. Our sympathies are with Tony and Crispin who have had to defer their attempt till 2013 due to injury. The good news is that Arthur, both Bens and Paul R are all in great form and will be using their considerable marathon experience to hit their time targets in London, all they need is some cool weather now. If you are unable to travel to the city to watch the race you can follow their progress online as they cross the timing mats every 10k.

Saturday Run 14th April: The 15th Caythorpe Canter takes place this Saturday, entry on the day is £20.00. This event includes an off road 26 miles route with a 9:00 start and a 13 mile one starting half an hour later. It is suitable for both runners and walkers.

Bank Holiday Weekend Runs: Friday's Training takes place as normal from the Meres at 10:00 but Monday evening's session is cancelled as the centre is closed. This Sunday's races are both Half Marathons, one at Friskney and the other at Hose, Hose has entries on the day at £23.00 or you can enter Friskney for £14 including booking fee at Runners World. There is also a 10k in Nottingham on Monday at 11:00, £10.00 on the day www.nottsac.co.uk/

Grantham Cup Results 2012: A big thank you to all who joined us at Belton today whether you were running, watching or helping marshal. Initial feedback is positive no doubt helped by the superb weather. For the provisional results please click here Results

Keiren has kindly posted some of the race photos here Photos Here are some from Mick More photos and here are the ones from Paul R Even more photos

Attention Runners: Can you please check that your race number you have received through the post matches the one on this list as we would hate to give your prize to someone else! Click here to check Can you also check that we have your club and category correct as well as mistakes can be made. You should receive an e-mail on Friday evening with your final race briefing, we do this as it can be difficult to hear us at the start of the race. If you do not receive an e-mail please contact us immediately as we may not have the correct e-mail address for you. Finally please check this site for further notices before you leave on race day in case of any last minute alterations.

Grantham Cup: This is race week, the race packs have all been posted out and with a record entry it is assured to be a great day. For all the details, map and results after the race visit the event page on the tab above. Runners can bring a partner into the park by showing their race number to the security at the Lion Gates, kids under 14 go free. The race starts at 11:45 but please leave plenty of time to find our red gantry as the Horse Trials covers a large area. Any questions please contact us as we want to make sure you have as much fun as is possible on this course. The Runners World online entries have now closed.

Season's Best: A few people set their Personal Best's at today's races the 10k, 10 mile and Marathon pages have been updated, full details on Season's best

Sunday Runs 25th March: There are two main races this weekend, the Lincoln 10k and the Sandy 10.

Sunday Runs 18th March: There are three races this weekend, Andrew is representing GRC for the first time in the Port Stanley Marathon, also in his first outing for GRC John is running in the "Mountain of Fun" race in Victoria as a warm up to the Grantham Cup. Back in the northern Hemisphere Arthur and Paul R will be continuing their London build up with the Nice Tri 18 near Huntingdon. There are entries on the day for this one and the Nice Tri 9.

For those not racing we will meet at the Village Hall at Long Bennington at 10:30 for a lap or two of the Solstice route, one of which may be at race pace which makes it the cheapest 10k of the year!

Newton’s Fraction Half Marathon Results

Great turnout with a load of personal and season's bests, we now have 29 athletes who have raced in a half marathon so far this season. The season's best webpage has now been updated with Ben H breaking the 90 minute mark for the first time, Paul R joining the elites on over 70% in the age grading and Yvonne completing her first ever half marathon. Click here for full details

Sunday 11th March: Newton’s Fraction Half Marathon

This is the largest local running event of the year in which everyone available will either be competing or helping to marshal the Half Marathon. There are no entries on the day for the main race but you can enter the little apple fun run for £3.00. Online entries close on Wednesday 7th March. The Marshals briefing is at 09:15 in the main stand and the race starts at 10:30.

So that no one who is marshalling misses their weekend run you have the opportunity to meet on Saturday morning at the Meres to run the course. Start from the reception at 10:30 to run the full course.

Sunday Run 4th March: With entries on the day the Lincolnshire Poacher at both 10k and Half Marathon will be tempting for local runners.

Full info here

For those not racing the Sunday run will be featuring Bridleways and will start from;

The Stag
Church St
Barkston
Grantham
Lincolnshire
Tel: 01400-250363

http://www.the-stag.com/

New Members: We are pleased to welcome Steven, Sara, John and Nikola who joined the club during February, John is our first member from Australia and is travelling over to take part in the Grantham Cup.

Sunday Run 26th February: This weekend sees the Belvoir Challenge (race full) and the National X/C Championship in London.For those who are available please meet for a run at 10:30 on Sunday at;

The Cholmeley Arms

Village Street

Burton-le-Coggles

Grantham

Lincolnshire

NG33 4JP

Season's Best: A few people set their fastest time of the year at the Sleaford Half despite almost a quarter of the course being off-road , full details on Season's best

Sunday Run 19th February: The big race this weekend is the Sleaford Half, if you have not already entered it is £15.00 on the day.The race starts and finishes from the RAF College Cranwell Sports Pavillion.RAF Cranwell is located approximately 6 miles northwest of Sleaford.From the A17, turn on to the B1429 (towards Cranwell) and follow the signs.The venue is located approximately 500 m along the B1429.There is ample parking. Sleaford Half Website For those not taking part in thise race the Sunday run is from;

Green Man

24 High Street

Ropsley

Lincolnshire

NG33 4BE Routes of 6 miles upwards - bridleway and footpaths will be a feature of this run.

New Kit Design: This is the final design now, the tee-shirt is on the membership page..

Sunday Run 11th February: It is with a great deal of sadness that Stamford Striders have had to cancel the St Valentine’s Day 30k on Sunday, new date to be announced – the first cancellation in it's 19 year history but you can still run at 10:30 from:

Wheel Inn

13 Main Street

Branston

Grantham

NG32 1RU

01476 870376

Running to suit those present and meeting at 10.15am for a 10.30 ish run.

Sunday Run 5th February: Please note the race at Rauceby is on Saturday so if you have any energy left you can also meet for a run at 10:30 on Sunday. It could be a nice day to go off road;

Crown & Anchor

Main Street,

Welby,

Grantham,

Lincolnshire,

NG32 3LP

http://www.thecrownandanchorwelby.co.uk/home

Friday Training: After talking to those who normally run on a Friday we have moved the starting time forward to 10:00 prompt, please note that this will come into effect on 3rd February 2012.. Other sessions continue as normal.

New Members: A big welcome to Stephanie and Andrew who joined during January.

New Kit Design: Taking into account everything said so far here are another two designs, keep the comments coming.

We hope to have the final design available both as a vest and for those who prefer, a tee-shirt.

Sunday Run 29th January 2012: This Sunday there are two options, the 20 mile run will start from the Kontak Club at 9:30 and will join the eight mile run at the Mucky Duck at 10:30, this will give everyone a chance of whatever length of run will suit them.

20 mile start at 09:30

Kontak Club
40 Barrowby Road
Grantham
Lincolnshire
NG31 6PD

8½ mile start at 10:30
The Rutland Arms Aka Dirty Duck Caravan Site
Woolsthorpe By Belvoir
Grantham
Lincolnshire
NG32 1NY

Thunder Run 24 28th July 2012: We have twelve confrmed entries so far, that is one team of eight already in and we are part way towards registering our second team. If you want one of the remaining places you are advised to get your name in as soon as possible before the event fills up. For more info click here It will cost you £30 a head.

Membership Renewal: It's that time of year again, if you joined before 30th July 2011you can renew your membership either by handing over a fiver at training, posting a cheque or you can do it online via this site.

Sunday Run 22nd January 2012: This Sunday for those not taking part in the Folksworth 15 the run is from the Ropsley Fox (Brush), routes depending on who is there but will be both on road and if it is not raining the option of getting your trainers dirty. Expect to be out for a steady 75 - 90 minutes. This would be an ideal preparation for those hoping to do a half marathon.

The Rospley Fox
23-25 Grantham Road
Ropsley
Lincs
NG33 4BX

New Kit Design: How about this one, anyone brave enough to wear it? Thanks for your feedback so far, eleven replies all different!

Sunday Run 15th January 2012: On Sunday all roads will be leading to Ropsley, a number of our members are taking part in the off-road Ropsley Raid where there is a choice of either running the six mile race for £9.00 or the 13 mile race for £11. You can enter on the day and here is the link http://www.ropsleyroadrunners.co.uk/ For those not racing there are two options, the 16 mile road run will start from the Crown and Anchor at 10:30 and will join the ten mile run at the Green Man at 11:00.