- A writeup from Malcolm Weir about his exploits over recent years near the top of the Masters tree 2018 In 2018 I felt my running wasn’t going anywhere. I had gone stale and my enthusiasm was at a low ebb with many of my contemporaries having to retire for various reasons when I started … Continue reading Life as a Master
- a look back on Rob Underwood's very first venture into 20+mile races The Grindleford Gallop 2023: 21 and a bit miles of Peak District earth, air, water… and fire burning in my belly. Just the thing!!! I’ve learned by now - the hard way - to prepare accordingly, rather than rely on noble but … Continue reading Grindleford Gallop Writeup
I thought I'd take this opportunity to introduce this type of event to you runners who can kinda navigate, but aren't that confident. The format of these type of events is quite flexible.... Set timeframe - in this case 3 hours Solo... or pairs which is ideal for those looking for reassurance or practice You … Continue reading Navigation – Perfect Practice Events
2023 : The Year of the Ethels Ever heard of Slitherstone Hill, Snailsden Pike or Sough Top – no ? Me either until a family New Years Day walk around Eyam up to the Trig Point at Sir William Hill and a discussion around New Years resolutions led to a fresh air inspired declaration from … Continue reading Ethels & Trigs – Nicky’s 2023 Challenge
WRITE UP 1 from club men's captain, Marcel Darling:Well after laying low all year and shirking my duties as captain I finally made my way to the first XC of the season, it was uncannily rather warm for October. So, with 10 minutes to go I was getting nervous. The girls had turned up early … Continue reading 2 Race Reports from BDL Cross Country 1 : Shipley
Jan is a relative newcomer to the club - you've only seen her smiley face this year, but as you'll find out she's been active across running and other disciplines for many years. Jan, Madeira Sept23 BACKGROUND I have recently joined Belper Harriers and have been to a few training sessions as well as the … Continue reading Not Slowing Down : Jan Forrester
Nine Edges : Write Up Becky Barker The 9 Edges Fell Race takes on 21 miles of beautiful scenery across the nine edges in the Peak District you can run, walk or climb. For me like most of my runs this was crammed into a packed life.The plan for the morning was that I would … Continue reading 9 Edges Race Report
Mark Beighton Farewell drinks 21st September, White Hart Bargate 730pm Mark looking strong, come and see him one final time. Mark has just retired and at the end of September is setting off on a bike ride … a very long bike ride! He’s sold his house so he’s serious about it. Come along and … Continue reading Farewell drinks, Race reports x 3 & Peaks run
Fell Series We are approaching the end of the summer evening fell racing season and this Friday sees the final race @ Great Longstone. Previous years have seen local Roy Hattersley present the awards and you can see here Ruth receiving her ladies prize. It's this Friday and Alan is likely to offer lift shares … Continue reading Club Updates w/c 28th Aug
Hi Everyone We have a lot of new members, so welcome to you all. If you’d like to contribute to these newsletters, please let me know. It might be a raise awareness of a lovely race, celebrate your success, or to write a race report. Just send to me, and I’ll include in the next … Continue reading Belper Harriers : August 2023 Newsletter