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Run the Railway Path - Your Help Needed
01/09/2010 by Dick.
Many members will remember the campaign a couple of years ago to convert part of the old Wye Valley Railway line into a safe path for walkers, cyclists, wheelchairs, horseriders and so on. The support and funding are in place, and a new planning application has been submitted to Monmouthshire and FoD councils.
Our committee agreed then to support the plans, and the time has now come to put all our weights behind the application.
You can help hugely by registering yourself on the campaign website
http://www.wyevalleycycling.org.uk/
So far 996 local people have done so, and reaching the magic 1,000+ mark will show the planning authorities the amount of support behind this terrific opportunity.
Then if you could follow the guidelines and write to your council, you will have done such a lot towards making this marvellous idea a reality for all Harriers and their families.
Club Kit
16/08/2010 by JohnW.
Hi All,
Due to circumstances beyond our control, the price of club vests has increased to £18. There are still some sizes available of old stock which we’re selling at £10. If you’re interested in either just drop me an email - the link can be found on the website, club kit page.
Cheers
John
Kilimanjaro Sat 12th to Mon 21st Feb 2011
24/07/2010 by Ivan.
Please find below something from one of our club members:
Kilimanjaro Sat 12th to Mon 21st Feb 2011
Time to put your running shoes to one side and put your walking boots on?
Wanted: intrepid people to trek The Big K. An exciting adventure to look forward to and to tell stories about after.
We have nine definites so far (deposits paid) and a couple of slots available. This is a self funded event and raising money for charity is not essential but most of the group do intend raising funds for charity on an individual basis.
So if you want to get off the couch and inspire yourself please contact Derek Gibbens (this information has also been posted on the bulletin board, and contact details can be found there).
Thank you, Derek
PS. Last year, we completed the 24 Peaks Challenge with our sister company to raise money for The Mitchemp Trust, a children’s charity. To view photos click on http://www.justgiving.com/ELCC-24PeaksChallenge/
Sundayshill 10k
07/07/2010 by Vanessa.
Tomorrow’s race starts at 7.30pm and it’s over the river in Thornbury. Meet at Leisure Centre ready to leave at 6.45pm to share cars.
Tintern Trot 1st July - CHANGES
29/06/2010 by Ivan.
NOTE FOR REGULARS OF THE EVENT THERE ARE A FEW CHANGES - SO PLEASE READ
The Tintern Trot 2010
Thursday July 1st: Start 7.30pm
Sponsored by Chepstow Physiotherapy Clinic
Once again Chepstow Harriers will be organising the ever-popular Tintern Trot. This is a scenic 6mile (approx) multi-terrain race. The route description can be found below.
There are prizes for the first 3 Ladies, the first 3 Men and age category prizes from V35 to V60 for men and V35 to V55 for ladies. Every runner gets a free pint or special soft drink of their choice.
Entries are on the night only at race headquarters in Tintern village hall. Cars can be parked in the abbey visitors’ car park adjacent to the river, or the abbey overflow car park immediately opposite the abbey. Further parking is available 300m up the road next to the Royal George, who once again are providing the drinks.
The entry fees are £6 and £8 respectively.
For general enquiries contact TinternTrot@chepstowharriers.org.uk
ROUTE
The race will be very similar to recent years but with a change to the start and finish point. The race will start at the Tintern end of the old railway bridge, next to the Abbey Mill (NP16 6SE). The race crosses the bridge and then follows the river for about a mile, along the course of the old railway line. It then climbs up through the woods (about 600ft!) to reach Offa’s Dyke path, going north along the path for a mile or so. At the 3 way post the route goes down past HAPPA, and then turns left back along the lane to rejoin the outward route and back to finish at the same point as the start.
Link to route map on mapmyrun.com
Saunders Mountain Marathon
28/06/2010 by Dick.
Important message from Tom Gibbs:
Many Harriers are entered for the SLMM this weekend. Thinking about the environment (and our pockets) can we organise some lift shares. I have started a thread in the Fell Running section of the bulletin board or you can email me at thomas.gibbs@airbus.com during the day
Mallards Pike 5 Mile Race Tonight
16/06/2010 by Lou.
This is a Multi Terrain Event & Family Fun Run around the lake with the
start and finish at Mallards Pike
5 Mile Event: £6.00/£8.00 (attached/unattached)
Minimum age of 15 (on race day) for 5 mile event
Fun run around the lake - £2.00 for kids - £6.00/£8.00 adults
Young runners will need to be accompanied by an adult please.
Adults accompanying their children pay no entry fee
7.00pm - Fun run - 1 lap
(U9 race will start 10m forward of the fun run)
7.15pm - U11 race - 1 lap
7.30pm - 5 Mile Event
7.35pm - U13/ U15 race - 2 laps
8.30pm - Prize giving ceremonyEnquiries to Pete Compton 07889189523 or email: pete.compton@hotmail.co.uk
After the race Colin Parry is celebrating his birthday at the Rising Sun – come for a drink.
The Week Ahead 14 June 2010
14/06/2010 by Dick.
Tuesday brings us the second LCL road race of the season based at Cwmbran Stadium. It’s also the June Club Champs, recently switched from the third LCL at Parc Penallta on 29 June. So come along and score for your Club and yourself in one swell foop (as Mr Spooner would have it).
Meet at Leis Ctre at 6.30 to share cars.
A very special event on Thursday – our first away run of the Summer. Niki has produced an interesting run around the Catbrook area. We’ll be driving up there from the Leis Ctre, with our Improvers joining us for what promises to be a great Club evening, with drinks and eats to round it off. Not to be missed!
Thanks for Great Rack Raid
30/05/2010 by Dick.
Thanks Fairwater Runners for another brilliantly organized Rack Raid Relay.
On a bright, warm day 14 teams including three from Chepstow Harriers contested the 13 stages. Our A Team finally squeezed the first place trophy in the face of strong opposition from Fairwater and Pontypridd Roadents. And our B Team emerged as winners of the B Team competition. Well done too our gallant C Team.
Stage winners were Jem Cowen, James Blore, Gary Davies, Mark Harvey, Luke Malarz, Nathan Nicholls, Matt Stott and Steve Caldwell.
Thanks to all the members, family and friends who supported the runners, and thanks to Syd in his role as Race Referee. And well done the Team Managers – Mark, Lou, Andy O and Dick.
The Week Ahead 24 May 2010
24/05/2010 by Dick.
Two important events this week dear reader. On Tuesday the first Summer Leisure Centre League is at the Oasis Club (renamed Glan-yr-Afon) in Cwmbran. There will be refreshments afterwards for the presentation of the Cross-Country trophies. Some Chepstow recipients here so don’t forget to stay behind. Meet at LC at 6.30 or follow directions: http://www.chepstowharriers.org.uk/LCLroad.htm
Up the Wye Valley Walk for Thursday’s run.
And then the other important event – the Rack Raid Relay on Sunday. If you’re not taking part, maybe you can find a spare half-hour to support our teams as they pass your neck of the woods. Details on http://www.fairwater-runners.co.uk/Rack%20Raid%20-%20Info%20Book%202010.pdf
