Marathon Training Programme
Head Coach Gerry Reilly has provided a 15 week Marathon training programme for the 2011 Virgin London Marathon which will take place on Sunday 17th april.
The Marathon training programme for this years race has had to be adapted to take into account the earlier date for the race and is set up to make the most of local target events, taking into to account the cancellation of the Thanet 20 in 2011 – the normal 20 mile target race.
This is a 15 week plan starts from the first week in January and builds up from a base weekly mileage of approximately 25 miles to a maximum of approximately 55 miles. There is an interim “recovery” week around the middle of the schedule and as with all conventional Marathon training programmes there is a “tapering down” period during the final 3 weeks.
Good Luck
Mount Ephraim 10K
As Race Director I’d like to congratulate all the competitors who ran on 11th July and to thank our sponsors – Bailey’s Nissan and Mount Ephraim Gardens. I must thank the team of marshals without whom running an event like this would be impossible. I must also thank our French visitors including 34 runners for their enthusiasm in supporting this race and making Mount Ephraim 10K run a truly international event.
The race itself took place on a hot day with forecasts of record breaking temperatures and weather warnings – not ideal conditions for running a very undulating if not hilly course! Last minute emergency planning of an additional water station at approx 8km was successful and this station will become a permanent fixture in the race. As it turned out there was some cloud cover which meant the full blazing sun could not do its worse and all runners – a record entry of 274 – completed the course without problems on the hydration/heat front. In fact St John Ambulance our first aid cover was not needed for any incident – not even a wasp sting! The record entry was due in part to online entry through Runner’s World, another feature we will keep for 2011. We also intend to keep Mount Ephraim 10K as a Kent Grand Prix event but will need to confirm this later in the year. Next year we hope to again be at Mount Ephraim 10K run on the second Sunday in July, we should be confirming the date on this website soon.
The results service went well and we were able to present prizes in good time – I’ll not name individuals here (but see results page on the website) as all competitors did their best and so were victorious in tough conditions – before the slightest of showers and then we hosted an excellent buffet for our French visitors before the final clear up of race equipment. Again thank you to those Canterbury Harriers who were able to stay and help with this – I guess the “free” drink and champagne from our French guests helped here!
Finally I must thank all entrants as £1 from each UK entry was donated to Demelza House raising £240 for their excellent charity work.
Regards
Tim Richardson-Perks
Whitstable 10K Update
A note of thanks to all, especially Race Director, Tim for all the hard work at Whitstable10K.
Dave Lee is delighted with the £900 cheque for his children’s charity, now only about £30K short of £2million donated, which is used to send sick and underprivileged children on holiday.
Thanks also go to our sponsors at Baileys Nissan not only for there financial assistance, but also the use of their fine vehicles on race day.
As always the results can be found at on the Whitstable 10K Road Race website.
P & O Ferries Dover Half-Marathon (Re-Scheduled Date)
A brilliant run by Sarah finishing in 12th place overall, taking the prize for 1st lady and together with Barbara and Helen giving Harriers the 1st Ladies Team prize
| Pos | Name | Cat | Time | Rtg | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | Sarah Maguire | VF40 | 1:29:02 | 76.53 | |
| 17 | David Bowden | VM46 | 1:32:07 | 69.39 | PB |
| 21 | Mark Wenman | VM56 | 1:33:35 | 74.04 | |
| 26 | Barbara Wenman | VF52 | 1:33:49 | 80.64 | |
| 27 | Gary Salmon | VM47 | 1:34:03 | 68.47 | Debut |
| 55 | Mark Cooper | VM49 | 1:39:51 | 65.50 | |
| 119 | Tony Savage | VM55 | 1:51:34 | 61.56 | |
| 125 | Trevor Brown | VM46 | 1:52:46 | 56.67 | |
| 172 | Helen Knuth | VF41 | 2:00:43 | 56.91 | Debut |
| Date | 2010-05-31 10:00 |
|---|---|
| Venue | Fowlmead Country Park, Off A258 Road, Sholden CT14 0BF, Deal |
| Race type | Road |
| Distance | Half Marathon (certified accurate – markers ) |
| Terrain | Undulating |
| Conditions | Sunny and Hot |
| Number of finishers | 258 |
| URI for event info | http://www.dealtri.co.uk |
| URI for location map | http://local.google.co.uk/local?f=q&hl=en&q=Fowlmead+Country+… |
Canterbury Half-Marathon
A big turnout from the Harriers with some excellent times over a very challenging course
| Pos | Name | Cat | Time | Rtg | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 | Mark Ford | SM20 | 1:27:20 | 68.30 | |
| 21 | Mark Baker | SM38 | 1:27:33 | 68.91 | |
| 39 | Sarah Maguire | VF40 | 1:31:33 | 74.42 | |
| 68 | Philip Wyard | VM46 | 1:37:26 | 65.60 | |
| 69 | John Richards | SM29 | 1:37:26 | 61.22 | PB |
| 155 | David Waite | VM42 | 1:43:48 | 59.79 | PB |
| 153 | David Cox | SM31 | 1:44:02 | 57.34 | Debut |
| 169 | Colin Kent | VM44 | 1:44:49 | 60.07 | |
| 197 | Martin Agnone | SM36 | 1:48:06 | 55.18 | Debut |
| 216 | Emma Greatrix | VF38 | 1:48:50 | 61.61 | |
| 220 | Ray Cameron | SM34 | 1:49:18 | 54.57 | |
| 228 | Adrian Fox | VM42 | 1:49:32 | 56.66 | Debut |
| 285 | Rebekah Alderson | SF23 | 1:52:50 | 58.32 | Debut |
| 295 | Joanne Gambrill | SF26 | 1:53:48 | 57.82 | PB |
| 332 | Charlie White | VM53 | 1:56:16 | 58.09 | Debut |
| 364 | Fidelma Atkinson | VF44 | 1:57:26 | 59.98 | |
| 407 | Yu Zhu | VM45 | 2:00:38 | 52.58 | Debut |
| 539 | Tony Savage | VM55 | 2:08:54 | 53.28 | |
| 563 | Kate Marsh | SF30 | 2:11:03 | 50.21 | |
| 602 | John Somers | VM44 | 2:13:41 | 47.10 | Debut |
| Date | 2010-05-23 09:30 |
|---|---|
| Venue | Canterbury Rugby Club, Merton Lane, Canterbury |
| Race type | Road |
| Distance | Half Marathon (certified accurate – markers ) |
| Terrain | Hilly |
| Conditions | Sunny and Hot |
| Number of finishers | 805 |
| URI for event info | http://www.209events.com |
| URI for location map | http://local.google.co.uk/local?f=l&hl=en&q=Canterbury+Rugby+… |
Stelling Minnis 10K
Strong turnout from the Harriers for what is a “challenging” course with excellent runs from Mark and Sarah ( following up her London PB with a 10K PB ! ). And good to see Brian running well again.
| Pos | Name | Cat | Time | Rtg | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Mark Ford | SM20 | 37:32 | 71.87 | Debut |
| 15 | Sarah Maguire | VF40 | 41:20 | 75.52 | PB |
| 16 | Martin Skeet | VM43 | 41:29 | 68.66 | Debut |
| 18 | Mark Wenman | VM56 | 42:14 | 74.79 | |
| 20 | David Bowden | VM46 | 42:32 | 68.46 | Debut |
| 22 | Philip Wyard | VM46 | 42:46 | 68.09 | |
| 25 | Barbara Wenman | VF52 | 43:19 | 80.06 | |
| 26 | Jason Furminger | VM44 | 43:29 | 65.98 | |
| 34 | Brian Davis | VM59 | 45:41 | 71.04 | |
| 38 | Dave Smith | VM61 | 46:36 | 70.98 | |
| 74 | Bob Pullen | VM48 | 50:15 | 58.85 | |
| 80 | Fidelma Atkinson | VF44 | 50:51 | 63.47 | |
| 129 | Joe Epsom | VM59 | 1:03:38 | 50.99 | |
| 140 | Jacky MacDonald | VF62 | 1:08:16 | 56.38 |
| Date | 2010-05-16 11:00 |
|---|---|
| Venue | Stelling Minnis Village Hall, Bossingham Road, Canterbury, CT4 6AG |
| Race type | Road |
| Distance | 10 Kilometres (certified accurate – markers ) |
| Terrain | Hilly |
| Conditions | sunny and warm |
| Number of finishers | 141 |
| URI for event info | http://www.runnersworld.co.uk/events/viewevent.asp?sp=&v=2&EN… |
| URI for location map | http://local.google.co.uk/local?f=q&hl=en&q=CT4+6AG |
Hastings Runners 5
Another good run for Ray down at the sunny seaside albeit a bit windy!
| Pos | Name | Cat | Time | Rtg | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | Ray Cameron | SM34 | 34:54 | 61.45 |
| Date | 2010-05-16 10:30 |
|---|---|
| Venue | Town Hall, Hastings |
| Race type | Road |
| Distance | 5 Miles (certified accurate – markers every mile) |
| Terrain | Flat |
| Conditions | Warm, windy |
| Number of finishers | 361 (115 F; 246 M) |
| URI for event info | http://www.hastingsrunners.org.uk |
| URI for location map | http://local.google.co.uk/local?f=q&hl=en&q=Town+Hall%2C+Hast… |
| URI for results | http://www.hastingsrunners.org.uk/5mile/hr5m2010.pdf |
Alton Ten
Despite the windy conditions, some good results from the club members who took part in our May Bank Holiday race, particularly Nannette who managed a PB.
| Pos | Name | Cat | Time | Rtg | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 192 | Ray Cameron | SM34 | 1:13:24 | 60.85 | PB |
| Date | 2010-05-09 10:30 |
|---|---|
| Venue | Lord Mayor Trelor College, Holybourne, Alton |
| Race type | Road |
| Distance | 10 Miles (certified accurate) |
| Terrain | Undulating |
| Conditions | Chilly, drizzley |
| Number of finishers | 508 (153 F; 355 M) |
| URI for event info | http://www.altonrunners.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&vi… |
| URI for results | http://www.altonrunners.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&vi… |
Welcome to our new site
Welcome to our new look website. After a year in development I am delighted to introduce you to a whole host of online features and services. Whether you are a Club member or visiting our site for information we hope you will find everything you need on our pages.
Check out our Gallery for all the latest photos, click on our Mount Ehpraim 10K banner to find out about our forthcoming race or visit our About Us section to download a membership form. Why not take a few minutes to explore our pages.
Many thanks go to Sean for building the site and to Alastair for his excellent Results service. Enjoy!
Mount Ephraim 10K Sunday 11th July – a Kentish Gem
If you are looking for the routine fast flat crowded 10K race then Mount Ephraim is definitely not for you.
It is as they say in the trade “undulating” . If on the other hand you are looking for a race with a difference this could be the one.
Starting and finishing in the stunning grounds of Mount Ephraim house you will find yourself running through a beautiful little corner of Kent on nearly traffic free rural lanes with constantly changing scenery including a spectacular view of the Thames Estuary at the highest point in the course.
After the race you can relax and take time out for traditional English tea and scones on the terrace and enjoy the spectacular grounds and gardens (remember the race entry fee includes free entry to the grounds and gardens for runners and their families)
For more information on the race including a race entry form please visit the Mount Ephraim 10K website.
Alternatively to register on-line visit the Runners World website here.
Harriers should note that they will need to provide a friend to marshall for them if they wish to race.
Gorleston Cliffs Park Run
Jacky ran this race, part of the burgeoning Park Run series, whilst on holiday.
| Pos | Name | Cat | Time | Rtg | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 54 | Jacky MacDonald | VF62 | 31:44 | 58.76 |
| Date | 2010-05-01 09:00 |
|---|---|
| Venue | Great Yarmouth |
| Race type | Road |
| Distance | 5 Kilometres (certified accurate) |
| Terrain | Undulating |
| Conditions | Sunny and slight breeze |
| Number of finishers | 68 |
| URI for results | http://www.parkrun.com |
Bailey’s Nissan Whitstable 10K
Despite the windy conditions, some good results from the club members who took part in our May Bank Holiday race, particularly Nannette who managed a PB.
| Pos | Name | Cat | Time | Rtg | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | Rob Dowling | SM29 | 36:47 | 73.33 | |
| 42 | Mark Wilbourn | VM43 | 40:27 | 70.40 | |
| 43 | Peter McQuire | SM38 | 40:39 | 67.60 | |
| 70 | Jason Furminger | VM44 | 42:01 | 68.29 | |
| 114 | Dave Smith | VM61 | 44:23 | 74.51 | |
| 139 | Faye Roberts | SF28 | 45:46 | 65.37 | |
| 147 | Bob Pullen | VM48 | 46:10 | 64.04 | |
| 267 | Nannette Miles | SF23 | 50:36 | 59.12 | PB |
| 307 | Yu Zhu | VM45 | 52:10 | 55.41 | Debut |
| 320 | Stephen Neil | VM47 | 52:59 | 55.39 | |
| 459 | Joe Epsom | VM59 | 1:00:16 | 53.84 | |
| 460 | Jane Elder | VF45 | 1:00:24 | 53.89 | Debut |
| 504 | Debbie Clifford | VF43 | 1:03:58 | 50.03 |
| Venue | Waterfront Club, Beach Walk, Whitstable |
|---|---|
| Race type | Road |
| Distance | 10 Kilometres (certified accurate – markers ) |
| Terrain | Flat |
| Conditions | Cloudy, breezy, cool |
| Number of finishers | 556 |
| URI for event info | https://www.canterburyharriers.org.uk |
| URI for location map | http://local.google.co.uk/local?f=q&hl=en&q=Waterfont+Club%2C… |
| URI for results | http://www.whitstable10k.org.uk/W10K_result.php?yr=2010 |
Virgin London Marathon
Congratulations to all 20 of our runners in this years London Marathon with some brilliant times. Congratulations to the debutants and to Wendy on her PB on her birthday! But pride of place must go to the stunning performances by Sarah, ten minutes inside the elite time and bettering her previous PB by over 8 minutes! And Barbara on her PB and at FV52 only 4 minutes outside the womens elite time! And well done to Joe completing his 16th consecutive London Marathon and 17th in total.
| Pos | Name | Cat | Time | Rtg | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1430 | Sarah Maguire | VF40 | 3:05:01 | 77.01 | PB |
| 2288 | Mark Wenman | VM56 | 3:13:58 | 75.28 | |
| 2741 | Ryan Bullows | SM35 | 3:18:01 | 64.05 | |
| 2855 | Barbara Wenman | VF52 | 3:19:08 | 79.37 | PB |
| 3992 | David Felton | VM52 | 3:27:49 | 67.94 | |
| 4148 | Tim Richardson-Perks | VM50 | 3:28:42 | 66.56 | |
| 5168 | Emma Greatrix | VF38 | 3:34:43 | 65.32 | |
| 6796 | John Richards | SM29 | 3:43:46 | 56.68 | |
| 6910 | Francis Maude | VM43 | 3:44:19 | 58.74 | |
| 7005 | Faye Roberts | SF28 | 3:44:42 | 61.79 | Debut |
| 7123 | Martin Skeet | VM43 | 3:45:15 | 58.50 | |
| 13117 | Andy Farrant | VM53 | 4:08:47 | 57.22 | |
| 13906 | Charlie White | VM53 | 4:11:51 | 56.52 | Debut |
| 17607 | Sally Silver | VF35 | 4:25:29 | 52.30 | |
| 18102 | Trevor Brown | VM46 | 4:27:12 | 50.42 | Debut |
| 19958 | Wendy De Boick | VF58 | 4:34:04 | 61.18 | PB |
| 30177 | Julia Bennett | VF41 | 5:22:38 | 44.52 | |
| 30921 | Debbie Clifford | VF43 | 5:27:42 | 44.56 | |
| 31433 | Joe Epsom | VM59 | 5:31:40 | 45.22 | |
| 33689 | Jacky MacDonald | VF62 | 5:55:35 | 49.24 |
| Venue | Blackheath, London |
|---|---|
| Race type | Road |
| Distance | Marathon (certified accurate – markers ) |
| Terrain | Flat |
| Conditions | Overcast, some light rain |
| Number of finishers | 36400 |
| URI for event info | http://www.virginlondonmarathon.com |
| URI for location map | http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?f=q&hl=en&q=Blackheath,+London |
| URI for results | http://results-2010.virginlondonmarathon.com/2010/ |
