The cloud cover that had been present earlier in the day had all but disappeared by the afternoon and the ladies race started at 2pm under the hot sun, followed by the men, one hour later at 3pm.
We were watching the ladies race on the climb of Winder where Pippa and Olivia Walwyn were taking up the pace at the head of the race to the extent that they had gapped the rest of the field at this point. Pip had a cracking descent and was a clear winner in the end by some margin -I didn't see the finish as between trying to warm-up and do a few strides I was seeking any shade I could find from the heat of the sun. Pippa was ably supported with good running from Julie, Holly, Jo, Hayley, and Kim.
Picture: Julie Carter -2nd counter in Keswick AC ladies 3rd placed team on Saturday, courtesy of Peter Thompson
The challenging course and conditions were coupled with a strong field contesting the men's race -the British championship now consisting of only 4 races with only one short-counter meant a stacked field and highly competitive racing. It was great to see the best of the resurgent Keswick AC mens team out for the race -myself, Chris Edis, John Nicoll experiencing a baptism of fire in his first Eng/Brit champs outing, Ian, Jamie and Chris Clark too. A good showing from the lads and tough race made for a great day, and very well done Pippa.
Picture: Gary Jones (Northumberland FR) chases Matthew Roberts (Eryri) and Steve Hebblethwaite, courtesy of Peter Thompson
Ladies:
1. Pippa Maddams (Keswick AC)-37:54
2. Claire Whitehead (Cosmic) -39:09
3. Olivia Walwyn (Altringham) -39:12
31. Julie Carter -46:27
39. Holly Williamson -47:07
53. Jo Gillyon -49:20
68. Hayley Hodgson -51:28
80. Kim Clark -54:31
Teams:
1. Eryri Harriers
2. Dark Peak
3. Keswick AC
Men:
1. Tim Davies (Mercia) -31:59
2. Rob Hope (Pudsey & Bramley) -32:20
3. Andrew Davies (Mercia) -32:27
38. Steve Hebblethwaite -35:55
80. Chris Edis -39:11
87. John Nicoll -39:55
106. Ian Davies -41:00
146. Jamie Luxmoore -43:46
227. Chris Clark -57:37
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