Croft Castle XC Individual Results
Fantastic individual performances - team results to follow - click here and here and here for individual results
Croft Castle Cross Country 14 Nov - race briefing
Thanks to our pals at Croft Ambrey Running Club - here are the details of the next race in the XC season - shared transport for club members - details on club app
Croft Castle Cross Country. Sunday 14th Nov 11.a.m Map
More details to follow soon - but for now, here is the map of the new course. Approx 5.3 easy miles.
Lasses and lads do the same route - numbers from Laura or Jerry - club vests available.
Age Group Masters opportunities
We are extremely proud to have England Athletics Master Runner Brian Symonds as one of our members.
You too could qualify for the sought after England vest - there have been some very strong club performances recently.
For full details follow this link and join Brian on the England Team!
Muddy Woody 6 - Running Club special prize
We are really keen for as many club runners as possible to join us at the Muddy Woody 6 on 13 Feb 2022. Club running is where it’s at - it really doesn’t matter which club you are a member of - just join a club and reap all the benefits of friendship and improved running. To encourage club runners we will be awarding a small prize to the club with the most Muddy Woody entries.
We have had a fantastic response so far - the league table looks like this:
Hereford Triathlon Club - 18 members signed up
Malvern Buzzards - 15 members signed up
Croft Ambrey - 14 members signed up
Wye Valley Runners - 12 members signed up
Hay Hotfooters - 9 members signed up
Hereford Couriers - 8 members signed up
Ledbury Harriers - 4 members signed up
Rhayader Running Club - 3 members signed up
Malvern Jogggers, Monross and BRAT share 9 slot with 2 entries each
Let’s see who comes out on top - entries are still open click here to enter
As ever unattached non-club runners are equally welcome - , Run, Mud ,T- shirt, Tea
Torch Run - Wednesday 3rd Nov 615
Get your head torch charged up - meet at 615 outside Sainsbury’s for a 10k torch run around the Breinton lanes - all welcome - members book in on the app - new people just let us know you are coming. All welcome - no one gets left behind
Cross country season full dates - and the scoring system.....
Full dates have now been released with venues yet to be confirmed.
Race 1 Fforest Fields on Sunday 10 Oct
Race 2 Croft on Sunday 14th November
Race 3 Ross tbc on Sunday 5th December
County Champs January tbc
Race 4 Presteigne tbc on Sunday 6th Feb
We have had a few queries about the scoring system. For those of you that like this sort of thing here they are in all their glory. The organising committee really tries hard to work out something that is practical and supportive - so please give them your support.
HEREFORDSHIRE & BORDERS CROSS COUNTRY LEAGUE
RULES
1. The League is for the benefit of clubs affiliated to the Herefordshire Athletic Association, with the aim of promoting cross country running within the county of Herefordshire. Other affiliated clubs around the borders may be invited at the discretion of the committee.
2. The costs of the League will be shared between the participating clubs on a fair and equitable basis (to be agreed)
3. Only first claim members of participating clubs will be eligible to compete.
4. Guest runners will NOT be allowed.
5. Club colours must be worn.
6. Start time for each race will normally be 11.00 a.m.
7. Numbers will be allocated to each team at the start of the league. Numbers must be displayed on the front of runners’ vests and attached at each corner with safety pins.
8. Each individual runner will retain the same number throughout the season. The numbers issued are waterproof and re-useable. If the number is lost, the runner may not be able to compete in subsequent races. It is strictly forbidden for anyone to create their own number and may result in disqualification of the individual and their team.
9. Team scoring will be based on the finishing positions in each race of the series. The first 4 male runners across the line will be the male ‘A’ team of that particular club; the next 4 finishers will be the ‘B’ team, etc. The first 4 female runners will be the female ‘A’ team, etc. The total of the finishing positions of these runners will constitute the team points for each race. The team with the lowest cumulative score will be the winner of that race. In the event of a tie on points, the team whose last scoring member finishes nearest to first place will determine the result. Team points from each of the 4 races will be added together and the team with the lowest cumulative total after the fourth race will be declared the winning team. In the event of a tie on points, the team that has recorded the most race wins over its opponent(s) in the 4 race series will be the winner. There will be an additional award for the best overall team - male and female (to be confirmed)
10. Individual runners’ scores for the series will be the sum of the best 3 finishing positions from the 4 races.
11. Trophies will be awarded to the overall Men’s and Women’s winners, and medals to the 1st, 2nd and 3rd in the following categories:
Junior Men (under 20)
Senior Men
Veteran Men (in 5-year categories from 40 upwards)
Junior Women (under 20)
Senior Women
Veteran Women (in 5-year categories from 35 upwards)
12. Veteran category status will be determined by age on the 1st October. For award purposes, competitors will remain within their category status, with the exception of the overall winner who may come from any category.
13. A Challenge Trophy will be awarded to the winning Men’s and Women’s teams, to be held for one year.
14. Each race to be organised by a different club. The “home” club will be responsible for the organisation of the race, including the issuing of course details and travelling instructions to other participating clubs. All races must be covered by a Permit issued by England Athletics or Wales Athletics. A course risk assessment must be undertaken, and First Aid cover provided. Each organising club must ensure that all race officials and marshals are fully aware of their duties and the nature of the course.
15. Any disputes to be lodged, in writing, with the League Secretary within 10 days of the relevant race.
mrf/14.09.21
Review date Aug22
Fforest Fields Cross Country - Sunday 10th October - map and final details
Click the link here for final details for this Sunday. It’s 2 laps of a 2.7m course - men and women do the same route. Changing and loos on site - let’s share cars to save gas, the planet and cost. Numbers picked up on the day - club vests also available.
Wye Valley Brewery - Muddy Woody 6 is back!
The provisional date is Sunday 13th February 2022.
More details on the race, and how to enter will be released in due course. To keep up to date with everything MW6 follow our Facebook page
Wye Valley Runners
Summer Training Plans August - September
Here’s the outline plan for club training for the next few weeks. As ever please book in on the Club App - this helps run leaders to know who to expect and make sure everyone is safe. New members welcome - just let us know if you plan to attend.
Wed 11 Aug - Off-Road Run - A 6 ish mile run on footpaths circling Clehonger . Meet Bowling Green Farm - directly off the B4349 . HR29SJ. Please car share and park in car park signed Whittal seeds - in the farm drive not the house! meet between 6.15 and 6.30 ready to go at 6.30. Map here. Jerry Leads
Wed 18th Aug - County 5k track Championship - Halo Leisure Centre 7pm - or a club run for those who don’t fancy the track race
Wed 25th Aug - Tempo/Hill Session - a chance to improve your strength and pace - details to follow
Wed 1st Sept - County 1 mile track championship - Halo Leisure Centre 7pm - or a club run for those who don’t fancy the track race
Summer Training. Wed 14 July
This week we meet at Burghill Valley Golf Club for a change. A six ish mile plod - across the footpath to Stretton then a lap around Sugwas Pool and back to the club for a drinkie. Meet 615. Members book on the app. Visitors and new members send us a message to let us know you are joining us.
Thank you to the team at the golf club for welcoming us.
Club Training Week commencing 28 June - Speed and Mountains
This week we have a couple of sessions on offer - please book in on the Club App - new members please contact us via website or send us a PM.
Wed 30 June. A speed session for all - led by Martin - meet at 615 to warm up - start 630. Halo Leisure Centre Holmer Rd.
Friday 2nd June. Our focus on off-road running continues - this week Ian and Jen Whistance lead us up to the top of Sugar Loaf and back down to the pub - options for shorter and longer distance . Meet at the Crown Pantygelli 7pm.
Club TRAINING. Week commencing 21JunE
As the summer solstice approaches we have a busy week of training ahead.
Monday 21 June. Meet 6 am Castle Green to start the summer in style. A gentle 6 mile loop up to Dinedor Hill and back in time for breakfast. Paddy leads.
Wednesday 23 June. A hilly off road route around Credenhill Hill Fort. Meet in the car park at the woods 615. All abilities welcome. Chrissy leads.
Friday 25 June. 7 pm. Club recce run of the Caplor Hill race. Meet Fownhope Rec with an option for a pint in the New Inn afterwards. Martin leads the plodders. Jeremy leads the rest.
Book in on the app as usual please folks.
Black Mountain Summer Run Friday July 2nd 7pm
Join us for a run up the Sugar Loaf - nice and easy terrain - starting and finishing in the pub. Ian Whistance will lead a run of around 12k and Jen Whistance will be leading a shorter route of around 9k. With a bit of luck both groups might rendezvous at the trig before we head back down different routes. Then time for pint in the Crown Pantygelli . Start time 7pm Crown Pantygelli
Perfect. Book in on the app please
Summer Training - June plaNs
Lots of options coming up this month!
Wed 9th June - a tempo session led by Jerry - following a flat 2.5k route starting at the Shed Store in Rotherwas. Meet at Castle Green at 615 pm to jog to the start or go direct to the Shell Store if you know where it is for a 630 start.
Wed 16th June - back to the track for a speed session - Jerry leads again - 615 warm-up for a 630 start.
Monday 21st June - midsummer morning run. Meet Castle Green at 7 am - we take a gentle 6 mile ish run-up to the top of Dinedor Hill and back before breakfast on midsummers day.
Wed 23rd June - off-road run - led by Chrissy - details to follow
Fri 25th June Caplor Hill race club recce 7 pm Fownhope rec with a pint in the pub afterwards
Wed 30th - speed again at the track - led by Martin - 615 warm-ups for a 630 start
We will continue to use the app as the preferred booking in option even if all restrictions are lifted - it gives an idea of numbers and helps us check everyone is safe and checked in and out.
Summer training wEek 10. Wed 2 june
If you aren’t at the Couriers 5k why not join Chrissy for a speed session at the track. 615 for a warm up with a 630 start. All abilities. Book in on app please. New Members just let us know if you plan to join us - you will be very welcome.
Spring TraininG programme. Week 8. Wed 26 May
This week we have a go at an old Wye Valley Classic club run. Up to the Trig – about 8 miles for the adventurous with options for 4 and 6 miles along the way.
Meet by the river outside the rugby club 615.
We head off up the river path towards sunny Breinton Springs. Those that fancy a shorter run can head back at this point. We then press on thru Wyevale Wood where the 6 mile people can tail back. The Trig point group then head up Green Lane across Breinton lane and around to the Trig. Back thru Breinton to pick up the river path to take us back to the finish. All welcome as usual.
Spring Training - May 2021
This Wednesday 19 May, we head back to the track - Peter Flynn leads us with a classic pyramid session. 200 - 400 - 600 - 800 - 1000 - 800 - 600 - 400 - 200 with 90 seconds off between reps. It’s 5km all in. Usual warm-up beforehand. Book in on the app - arrive 615 and warm up - start 630 pm.
Wednesday 26th May Club off Road run . Meet on the riverbank outside the rugby club 615 p.m - up the river path to Breinton Trig point - options for 4, 6 and 8 miles - again please book yourself in on the app.
Spring Training programme - Week 7 - W/C 10 May
Two fab options this week - as usual, please book yourself in on the club app. New and potential members please message us so that we can book you in.
Monday 10 May -meet in Halo Leisure Centre, Holmer Rd Car Park 6.15 pm. Jan and Brian take us off on a run over Lyde Ridge
Wed 12 May - meet Credenhill Woods car park at 6.15 pm. - Chrissy leads on with half an hour of hill reps up into the woods.
Everyone welcome - no one gets left behind .
