4th February 2012 Ashford & District 10K Cancelled

Following a course inspection and in view of the poor weather conditions forecast for this evening, tomorrow's Ashford & District 10K has been cancelled.

The decision has been taken with great reluctance but was based on the following:

• There is a 2 kilometre section of the course very badly iced and if the race was to run now we would consider it too dangerous
• There is virtually no chance of the section thawing before race time tomorrow
• The weather forecast for tonight is for snow. Whether this snow actually falls on the course or in the region it has the potential to make conditions difficult for runners to travel to and from the event. We have runners coming from all over the south east and it is only fair for those who need to make travel plans to try and make an early decision.

In other words, we believe that we are taking the sensible, if regrettable decision.

If the snow that has been confidently forecast to arrive tonight does materialise, I believe that on reflection most people would have expected us to make this decision - and make it today not tomorrow morning.

So, we are sorry to cancel, but the race is going to be rescheduled and we will check with the local authorities and race venue before making an announcement.

We will be in touch shortly with full details of the rescheduled event.

Thanks for your understanding.

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2nd February 2012 Ashford & District 10K Weather contingencies

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18th December 2011 Kent Christmas Cracker - a great way to end the year!!

Well we all enjoyed the Kent Christmas Cracker this morning – and by the sound of things you all did as well!

We enjoyed a record turnout, encouraged by a lovely sunny start to the day, we saw Santas and elves and we didn't run out of mince pies!!

So, thank you to all of you who supported today’s race and congratulations to our race winners Chris Holmes from Invicta East Kent and our lady winner, Janine Brown from Ashford AC; and to our team winners Invicta East Kent who picked up the ladies team prize and Deal Tri who collected the mens.

The provisional results of the race are on the results page of our website www.nice-work.org.uk

Once again, thank you for your support today and on behalf of the Nice Work race team, have a great Christmas and good running in 2012 and we'll hopefully see you back at Fowlmead next Christmas.

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17th December 2011 - Pudding Dash provisional results

Thank you to those who supported today's Christmas Pudding Dash - and my, didn’t you turn up by the coachload!! There was not a single piece of Ashburnham's lovely grounds left available for car parking - and we apologise to the occupants of the five cars that couldn't get into the grounds, but the race had already started and we couldn't risk the safety of runners. The wonderful-to-wake up to blue sky and sunshine encouraged many of you to join us and so it was a bit manic, with the last minute rush to sign on threatening to overwhelm us, but I think we got everybody out to the start line who wanted to run.

There were some puzzled looks at the end when some of you couldn't understand why you had a Kent Christmas Cracker medal - I was puzzled too. And so too will those who will be taking part in the Kent Christmas Cracker race tomorrow when they receive a Pudding Dash medal!! (Actually they won't, we do have a secret stash of Rudolph medals for them!). If you would like a proper Pudding Dash medal just let me know and we'll get one to you.

On your behalf I'd like to thank the staff of Ashburnham Place for putting up with us again - the poor souls must wonder what has hit them - it's peace and quiet for 51 and a half weeks a year! I’d also like to thank Hastings Runners, not only for their usual marvellous support and good humour but also for the loan of the Finish Line Clock. It made a change from the Finish Line Calendar.

Congratulations to our race winners Adam Clark from Hastings AC and our lady winner, Susie Casebourne from Bexhill Runners; and to our team winners Hastings AC, who picked up both men's and ladies team prizes. Special ‘well dones’ too to those who were taking part in their first race - and just to let you know, you don't need to run with a telegraph pole in every race!

The provisional results of the race are on the results page of our website www.nice-work.org.uk. These are very much provisional and we have a couple of unknown runners, a couple of missing runners - and a couple who appear to have finished twice. We are carrying out further forensic examination of entry forms, results and timing sheets to clear these up - but if you don't see yourself, or you think your time is wrong, then get in touch and we'll sort it out for you.

We continue our Christmas season of races, with the Kent Christmas Cracker tomorrow in Deal and, that is our lot for 2011 - though we are back with a programme of around 55 races in 2012.

Once again, thank you for your support yesterday and on behalf of the small, enthusiastic and slightly ‘worn at the edges’ Nice Work race team, have a great Christmas and good running in 2012.

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14th December 2011 Santas, Reindeers, Christmas Trees and an Elf

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

 

Santas, Reindeers, Christmas Trees and even an Elf took part in the Rudolph Run in Southend raising funds for The Children's Trust!

 

Thank you to everybody who braved the weather on Sunday and took part in the first ever Rudolph Run in Southend-on-Sea.  The turn out was good with over 250 runners taking part in both the 1 mile Rudolph Scurry and the 5 mile Rudolph Run.  There were all sorts of fun, colourful Christmas outfits being worn by the participants, from Father Christmas' to Christmas Trees to a Christmas Elf.  Every runner was given a pair of antlers to wear which was a real sight at the start to see everybody running off with their antlers flapping in the wind. 

 

All the runners seemed to enjoy themselves and have a fun time.  Even though at times the wind and the rain tried to get the better of everybody, but the runners all fought through it and made it to the finish line for their medal, Christmas pudding and glass of mulled wine. 

 

The event was organised by Nice Work  and Martin Burke, Race Director said, “We were really pleased with the turn out to the race, especially as it was our fist time in Essex.  It was great to see so many people taking part and we will definitely be returning next year for a bigger, better Rudolph Run."

 

Martin selected to work with The Children's Trust so that the money raised from the event would support the charity, supporting children with multiple disabilities and acquired brain injury. 

 

Anna Baldwin, Community Fundraising Manager at The Children's Trust, said: “Thank you to everybody who turned up and took part in the Rudolph Run.  It was amazing to see so many people enjoying themselves donned in their Christmas outfits running along the sea front.  We are hoping that it will have raised about £1000 which will support children with multiple disabilities and acquired brain injury's.  As well as raising crucial funds the run will also have increased our profile in the area.  We're already looking forward to next year!"

 

For further information about the event please email abaldwin@thechildrenstrust.org.uk or call 01245 422 554 or 07540 418189.

 

 

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Information provided by the Press Office at The Children's Trust.

Telephone: 01737 364318 (Lizzie D’Angelo) or 01737 814159 (Ruth Allsopp)

Email: pressoffice@thechildrenstrust.org.uk

www.thechildrenstrust.org.uk

 

About The Children's Trust, Tadworth

 

The Children's Trust, Tadworth is a national charity providing care, education and therapy for children with multiple disabilities and complex health needs, and rehabilitation services to children with an acquired brain injury.  The Trust runs the UK's largest residential rehabilitation centre for paediatric acquired brain injury and has an on-site special school, The School for Profound Education (formerly St Margaret's), which publishes The Profound Education Curriculum for children and young people with profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD). 

 

 

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14th December 2011 - Southend Rudolph Run Results

The final results from Sunday's race are now available via the 'Results' button on the Home Page of the website.

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11th December 2011 Wet and windy Southend!!

On behalf of the Children's Trust, thank you to those who supported today's first running of the Southend Rudolph Run - you all thoroughly deserve your medal for what was an awful, cold, wet and windy morning. But seeing so many happy, smiley faces at the end made it so worthwhile for us - and we hope that you enjoyed your run.

The event was well received and we will be back again next year with, hopefully, some decent weather!

Congratulations to our race winners Terry Knightley from Ilford AC and our lady winner, Caroline Horden; and to our team winners Southend AC. Special 'well dones' too to those who were taking part in their first race - it wasn't the easiest introduction to race running!

 

The provisional results of the race are on the results page of the website www.nice-work.org.uk and we are still trying to identify a couple of runners who lost their numbers in the wind - so if you do not appear in the results, let us know and I'm sure we'll identify your time.

We continue our Christmas season of races, with races next week in Ashburnham Place and Deal and with a programme of around 55 races in 2012, it would be great to see you at some of our other events - you'll be sure of a warm welcome - you can check out our race listings at www.nice-work.org.uk. Check too for details of our trips to overseas events including a 2012 return to India for the iconic Himalaya 100 Mile Stage Race.

Finally, we're hopeful that photos of the race will shortly be available via the Nice Work Facebook page.

Once again, thank you for your support today and on behalf of Nice Work and The Children's Trust, have a great Christmas and good running in 2012.

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8th December 2011 Nice Work races awarded major Champs status

Three Nice Work managed races have been awarded major Championship race status.

The Givaudan Ashford 10K, which attracts around 1,000 runners to race through the town on closed roads, has been selected to host the British Masters 10K Championships in 2012. The race will also host the Southern Counties Vets AC 10k Championships.

The selection of the Ashford race to host these two important championships is a reward for the team that worked so hard to make the Ashford race an enjoyable spectacle for both participants and spectators alike.

The award is expected to add around 200 athletes to the start line of the race which is looking to accommodate around 1500 participants next year.

And two other Nice Work managed events have been added to the 2012 Sussex Grand prix -  a series of 20 races held throughout the county. The Haywards Heath 10 Mile Race is a new race which forms part of the Mid Sussex Marathon Weekend and the Rye 10 Mile Race is a brand-new all road 10 mile race - the only one of its kind in Sussex.

The Givaudan Ashford 10K takes place on Sunday October 14th 2012; the Haywards Heath 10 Mile Race takes place on Sunday May 6th 2012; and the inaugural Rye 10 Mile Race will take place on Sunday May 27th 2012.

For further information on the race management services provided by Nice Work, please call Martin or Cathy Burke on 01797 230999; or email info@nice-work.org.uk

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5th December 2011 Manchester Pudding Dash results

Thank you to those who supported yesterday’s first running of the Manchester Christmas Pudding Dash – you all thoroughly deserve your medal for what was an awful, cold and wet morning. But seeing so many happy, smiley faces at the end made it so worthwhile for us and, thanks to donations of the race medals, numbers and other bits and bobs, the charity will have made some much-needed funds from the race.

It was our first time of running the race and a rather late decision to put on the event meant we were always up against it to try and attract a large field – but what we lacked in quantity we certainly made up for in quality. But with a lot more time to plan and to publicise the race we’re confident that when we return next year it will be with a much bigger entry. Two competing events on the same day probably didn’t help – and so we have decided that next year’s race will beat the Santa rush and we have brought the race date forward a week – so next year’s race will be on Sunday November 25^th.

We may also revisit the course and see if we can produce a better race route as well – I guess we always knew it wasn’t going to be the most inspiring of courses and with the wet weather it certainly made for a tough run out.

Congratulations to our race winners Martin Sanders from Rothwell Harriers – and a special mention too to the 2^nd placed man Matthew Bigley – both of whom fairly whipped round the course. Congratulations too to our lady winner, Helen Jones. Special ‘well dones’ too to those who were taking part in their first race – it wasn’t the easiest introduction to race running! Finally well done to Vicky Powell for winning the Fun Run – and, of course, establishing the course record for the 2.5 mile distance!

The results of the race are on the results page of the website.

Photos of yesterday’s race are available via the Nice Work Facebook page.

Once again, thank you for your support yesterday and on behalf of Nice Work and Disability Snowsport UK, have a great Christmas and good running in 2012.

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6th November 2011 Beckley 10k results

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19th OCTOBER 2011 KENT ROAD RUNNING DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME

The Kent Road Running Development programme 2011 is open to athletes in Kent aged 18 and above who want improve their performances. Free to all UKA Licensed Coaches and Running Group Leaders.

Who is it for?

Runners and coaches who wish to:

• Work towards achieving their potential.
• Maximise the impact of their training programmes.
• Join others of comparable level of commitment .
• Avoiding injury and improving recovery.
• Want to work together to raise road running standards in Kent.

What is the format?

Training sessions will be held on a regular basis in a variety of locations depending on session content. Seminars and workshops will be offered on topics such as nutrition, injury prevention and training and tactics.
Dates include:

• 29/10/2011- Sevenoaks School
• 26/11/2011- Camber Sands
• 18/02/2012- Sevenoaks School
• 15/04/2012- Julie Rose Stadium, Ashford

Is there a cost?

The programme is managed and delivered by volunteers, so there is a minimal cost of £40 pa for athletes to cover track hire costs or fees for visiting specialist coaches & speakers.

The programme is led by Kent long distance coaches Janice Moorekite and Neil Clark. Janice was coached by Mike Gratton, winner of the London Marathon in 1983, from a 4.48 marathon PB to 2.48 PB. She achieved two GB Senior marathon vests. Neil specialises in coaching road and cross country running and has a marathon PB of 2.59. Both are part of a team of Kent based highly experienced coaches who are all committed to raising the standard of endurance events and coaching in Kent.

Interested?

For more information contact: janice@marathon262.fsnet.co.uk

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16th October 2011 Lexus Croydon 10k Results

Results from yesterday's Lexus Croydon 10K are now available vie the results section of the website - access via the Race Results button on the Home Page.

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9th October 2011 Phil storms to victory in Givaudan 10K

On behalf of Ashford AC, thank you for your support today at the Givaudan Ashford 10K - thankfully the weather held out for us and the feedback we have is that running conditions were pretty good.

Like all events of this scale we're sure there are areas that can be improved, but with an entry of over 900 and a team of over 100 marshals and race officials it is a bit of a military manoeuvre! On behalf of the race team we'd like to thank all the volunteers for their help this year. If you have any feedback on the race, we’re always keen to receive your comments - just drop us a line at info@nice-work.org.uk 

The club is also very grateful for the continued support of Givaudan whose financial assistance is so crucial to the event and thanks too to the local agencies, particularly Kent Police, Kent Highways and Ashford Borough Council for their help and assistance in making this event happen.

Congratulations to our race winners - Phil Anthony and Rona Loubser from Folkestone Running Club, Ashford AC for winning both the mens and ladies team prizes and well done too to all the age category winners. The provisional results are now available on the results page and we will publish final results when all tweaks, queries and questions have been resolved.

We're off to Amsterdam next weekend, for our final overseas trip of the year and we’re already looking ahead to a 2012 that includes trips to the Amsterdam, Paris and Reykjavik marathon weekends plus a return to India for the Himalaya 100 Mile Stage Race. If you'd like to join us on any of our trips, you'll find more information on our website www.nice-work.org.uk

Closer to home our next race is the popular Beckley 10K on Sunday November 6^th, followed by a programme of Christmas races in Manchester, Bridlington, Southend-on-Sea, Battle - and the Kent Christmas Cracker at Fowlmead, near Deal. 

If you'd like any further information on any of our UK races then please don't hesitate to get in touch - by email or check out the pages on our website www.nice-work.org.uk

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29th September 2011 60 BANK STAFF MAKE A RUN FOR IT

29 September 2011

 

 

60 BANK STAFF MAKE A RUN FOR IT

 

Santander staff from all over the world took part in an annual relay race which saw them run more than 110 miles from London to Leicester in a three day event.

 

60 employees from 16 countries in which the bank operates took part in the 18-stage race which took place between 26 and 28 September.

 

The race kicked off with a 10k run around London's Regents Park on day one. The second day saw the runners cover 114 kilometres from London to Northamptonshire, split into 11 stages, ranging from 9.29 kilometres to 11.9 kilometres. And the third day involved a 50 kilometre race along a section of the Grand Union Canal between Weedon Bec in Northamptonshire and Foxton Lock in Leicestershire. The runners finished with a five kilometre race around Santander's offices at Carlton Park in Leicester, where competitors were cheered on by their local colleagues and representatives from the Group's headquarters in Spain.

 

The race is part of an initiative to bring together staff from across Santander's international markets in a shared event. It is the third of its kind after Santander held previous races in Spain and Chile.

 

The runners also had the chance to contribute to the legacy of the 2012 Olympic Games, taking place in London next summer. Part of the visit involved the team undertaking a volunteering project with pupils from Manor Junior School to plant trees in Mayesbrook Park, a 110-acre park in the east of London which is one of the Olympic legacy sites.

 

Simon Lloyd, HR Director at Santander UK said, "The race brings together our staff from 16 countries in a unique event. The run, held in a different country each year, allows staff who would generally otherwise not ever meet, to share experiences and develop closer working relationships."

 

Santander's global HR initiative, 'Santander is you', aims to promote the benefits of working for the bank and raise awareness of the company's values.

 

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For further information please contact the Santander team at Grayling on Santander@grayling.com or call Grant Richmond-Coggan/Paul Thomas on 020 7932 1868

 

Notes to editors:

 

About Santander

Santander is a retail and commercial bank, based in Spain. Founded in 1857, Santander has 90 million customers, around 14,000 branches - more than any other international bank - and over 170,000 employees. In the UK, Santander (formed out of Abbey, Alliance & Leicester and the Bradford & Bingley retail network) has over 1,400 branches, around 4,500 cash machines and provides a full range of retail and corporate banking services to 24 million customers.

 

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Friday 16th September 2011 Tim and Tina into Europe

Thank you to those who supported last night's third and final race in the Rye Summer Classic Series - we were lucky with the weather yet again, though, again there was a bit of wind out on the course. This was the sixth running of the Series and to try and keep the race fresh we may look at some changes to the Series next year. We are also trying to secure some sponsorship so that we can continue to offer chip timing and, hopefully, be able to improve our race prizes. The Series will return though for a seventh year in 2012 - who knows, we may even be able to include some reference to that other big event taking place in London next Summer.

Congratulations to our race winners last night Max Thomas, from Hastings AC and Barbara Wenman from Canterbury Harriers and to all age category winners. Special congratulations too to Tim Elsey from Herne Hill Harriers and Tina Wren from Hastings AC who won the 2011 Series prizes of a trip with us to race in a European race next year.

The results of the race are on the results page of the site.

Last night was our 11^th summer's evening race of 2011 and we've had a great time - the feedback has been good as well - we now move into our autumn and winter programme. On October 9^th we are managing the Givaudan Ashford 10K on behalf of Ashford AC and a week later we'll be on hand at the Croydon 10K working with Croydon Harriers. In a double header that weekend we’ll also be in Amsterdam for the marathon and half marathon - and we still have spaces available. For those looking for a spring marathon, entries opened yesterday for the Paris Marathon - so let us know if you are interested in joining us over there.

We'll be back at Christmas for our regular festive events - the Kent Christmas Cracker, at Fowlmead, and the Christmas Pudding Dash at Ashburnham Place, Battle. Further afield we also have Christmas races in Southend and the Midlands, with others possible in Norfolk, Suffolk and Devon!

If you'd like any further information on either our UK races or our overseas trips then please don't hesitate to get in touch with us.

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Friday 9th September 2011 Phil and Kyalara scoop the Series

Thank you for your support at tonight's final race in the Ashford 5K Summer Series. Once again the rain stayed away and we enjoyed a fine evening - I can't help thinking the weather will come back and bite us next year though!

 

The feedback from the series has been very positive and we have seen some good racing - we're hoping to secure some sponsorship support for the series next year so that we can, for instance, improve the prizes on offer.

 

Our congratulations go to our race winners - Phil Anthony and Sharon Hawkins and well done too to the category winners and to Folkestone for winning the Ladies Team prize and Ashford AC for coming out on top in the men's team section.

 

Special congratulations too to Phil Anthony and Kyalara Hassall from Folkestone Running Club for coming out on top in the Series. We will be calculating the category series prizes and we'll also email the Series points some time this week. We have a tight schedule with a 3 am start tomorrow morning to prepare for our visit to the Somme for the marathon weekend - so time is a little short this evening!

 

The results of tonight's race are attached and they are also now on our website www.nice-work.org.uk  

 

Our next race is next Friday, September 16^th with the final race in the Rye Summer Classic Series. This popular series attracts a wide range of abilities with super fast runners lining up with beginners and those just looking for a gentle Friday night run out. Next Friday is the 5K and the race gets under way at 6.30 pm.

 

We have a busy October with the Givaudan Ashford 10K on October 9^th and the Croydon 10K on the 16^th. We’re also going to Amsterdam on October 16th for the Marathon and Half Marathon. Transport is from Kent direct to Holland and if you’d like to join us drop us a line. November 6^th is the Beckley 10K - a challenging run through the village of Beckley, near Rye. The race is now in its 7^th year and is popular amongst many runners. With medals, free fruit, beer and cakes also on offer again, this year should see another healthy entry.

 

If you'd like any further information on either our UK races or our overseas trips then please don't hesitate to get in touch - by email or check out our website www.nice-work.org.uk

 

Kind regards - and thanks, once again, for your support tonight.

 

Martin and Cathy Burke

  

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Saturday September 3rd 2011 Charing 10K

Thank you for your support today at the Charing 10K - it was a bit of a scorcher and the weather certainly didn't make our little hill any easier. I think, on reflection, that we maybe should have included an extra water stop today and we will make sure that if the weather is similar next year we will realign the stops to provide additional water on the course.

The feedback we have had so far is that the race, whilst challenging, was, one again, a good one and everybody we spoke to seems to have enjoyed the event.

Congratulations to our race winners - Matt Britton from Ashford AC and Lynn Hayes from Wadhurst Runners - and well done too to all the age category winners. The results are attached and the results from the Children's Races are also available on request with all results also now on the website.

Our next race is next Friday evening, September 9^th with the final race in the three-race Ashford Summer 5K Series in Victoria Park, Ashford at 6.30 pm. The race takes place in a traffic free, park setting and the fast and slightly undulating course makes this event ideal for setting a new 5K pb - and it's great too for beginners or those simply looking for a short evening run.  

Then, on Friday week, September 16^th it's the final race in the Rye Summer Classic Series. This popular series attracts a wide range of abilities with super fast runners lining up with beginners and those just looking for a gentle Friday night run out. The race is over 5K and gets under way at 6.30 pm.

We're off to the Somme next weekend, taking a group for the marathon, half and 10K and whilst this trip is sold out we do still have spaces on our trip to Amsterdam on October 16th for the marathon and half marathon. Transport is from Kent direct to Holland and if you'd like to join us drop us a line.  

If you'd like any further information on either our UK races or our overseas trips then please don't hesitate to get in touch - by email or check out the website www.nice-work.org.uk

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Wednesday August 31st Samphire Hoe Finals Night results

We had a great evening at Samphire Hoe tonight when we staged the 5K Summer Series Finals Night. Once again the rain stayed away and we enjoyed a fine - if not blowy and slightly chilly - evening.

The format of staging two races in one night was untried - but it seemed to work OK and we managed to get everybody back and present all prizes just before the gloom set in. The feedback from the evening has been excellent and we will certainly return to the Hoe for a second year in 2012. Our thanks go to Paul, who manages the Hoe with such care and attention, for his enthusiasm and support for the series and we are grateful too to Eurotunnel and to David Johnson in particular for allowing us to race and for presenting last night's prizes.

Our congratulations go to all our race winners - Phil Anthony and Rona Loubser for coming out on top in the fast race. Well done too, to the winners of Race 4 in the series Alex Wilder from Deal Tri and Susan Mitchell from Folkestone Running Club. It was great to see some different race and category winners in Race 4 so well done to you all - oh, and to Deal Tri who won both male and female team prizes.

The results of both races are attached and the results from the Children’s Race are also available on request and both sets of results are now in the results section on the website  

Our next race is on Saturday morning when we stage the Charing 10K from Charing School at 10.30 am. Next Friday evening, September 9th, is the final race in the three-race Ashford Summer 5K Series in Victoria Park, Ashford at 6.30 pm. The races take place in a traffic free, park setting and the fast and slightly undulating course makes this event ideal for setting a new 5K pb - and it's great too for beginners or those simply looking for a short evening run.

Then, on Friday week, September 16^th its the final race in the Rye Summer Classic Series. This popular series attracts a wide range of abilities with super fast runners lining up with beginners and those just looking for a gentle Friday night run out. Next Friday is the 5K and the race gets under way at 6.30 pm. 

We're off to the Somme next week, taking a group for the marathon, half and 10K and whilst this trip is sold out we do still have spaces on our trip to Amsterdam on October 16th for the Marathon and Half marathon. Transport is from Kent direct to Holland and if you'd like to join us drop us a line. 

If you'd like any further information on either our UK races or our overseas trips then please don't hesitate to get in touch - by email or check out our website www.nice-work.org.uk

 

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Friday 12th August 2011. Rye Summer Classic Series 5K results

Thank you to those who supported last night's second race in the Rye Summer Classic Series - we were lucky with the weather yet again, though it was a touch windy again out on the course.

Congratulations to our race winners Phil Anthony and Juliette Sukocu, from Hailsham Harriers and to all age category winners. Well done, in particular to Phil for beating the course record of 14.58 by a single second - and to P J Bowyer-Jones for a new course record for Female Vet 55's.

The results of the race are now on the results page of the website.

The next race in the Series will be the final 5K on Friday 16th September – with an early start time of 6.30 pm.

If you'd like any further information on either our UK races or our overseas trips then please don't hesitate to get in touch - by email or check out our website www.nice-work.org.uk

 

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5th August 2011 Ashford 5K Summer Series Race 2

The results from tonight's Ashford 5K race are now on the results page of the site.

Congratulations to Phil Anthony for a stunning time of 14.44 - a cracking time by any standard - in perfect running conditions.

The final race in the series takes place on Friday 9th September.

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4th August 2011 Hoe Hoe Hoe

The third race of the Samphire Hoe 5K Summer Series took place last night and, once again, we enjoyed a lovely sunny evening. This time, however, the wind was a little stronger and, as a result, times were a little slower than the previous two races.

Our thanks to those of you who supported last night's race and congratulations to our race winners Matthew Kendell and Rona Loubser. Well done too, to all the age category winners and to Deal Tri (Men) and Invicta East Kent (Ladies) who scooped their respective team times.

The results of the race are now on the results section of the website and the results from the Children's Race are also available on request

The leading 20 men and ladies from the first three races will be invited to take part in our special Finals Night 5K run off to see who lifts the Series crown.

Finals Night on Wednesday August 31^st will feature two races with the run-off between the leading runners plus a standard 5K race - which will present an opportunity for those who don't normally feature in the winners' lists to secure a race or category win. If you appear in the leading 20 list but would prefer to run in the standard 5K - that's fine.

Please note that the races are half an hour earlier - with a 6.30 pm start.

Our next race is tomorrow evening with Race 2 of the three-race Ashford Summer 5K Series in Victoria Park, Ashford at 7.00 pm. The races take place in a traffic free, park setting and the fast and slightly undulating course makes this event ideal for setting a new 5K pb - and it's great too for beginners or those simply looking for a short evening run.

Next Friday, August 12^th is the second race in the Rye Summer Classic Series. This popular series attracts a wide range of abilities with super fast runners lining up with beginners and those just looking for a gentle Friday night run out. Next Friday is the 5K and the race gets under way at 7.00 pm.

Following this race we will be enjoying a summer's evening of rockabilly music with The Memphis Flyers. The Flyers were unable to join us for our Rockabilly Races in May and so next Friday they will be putting on a gig for us. The gig, complete with bacon butties (!) takes place at the Royal Oak, Rye Foreign - and all runners are welcome to join us.

If you'd like any further information on either our UK races or our overseas trips then please don't hesitate to get in touch - by email or check out our website www.nice-work.org.uk

Thanks, once again, for your support last night.

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16th July 2011 Rye Summer Classic Series - Race 1 July 10K

The provisional results from last night's 1st race in the 2011 Rye Summer Classic Series are now available on the results section of the website.

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3rd July 2011 Bewl 15 Results

The results from this morning's Bewl 15 are now available on the results section of the website.

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1st July 2011 Ashford Summer 5K Series Results

The results from tonight's first race in the Ashford 5K Summer Series are now available on the results section of the website.

From the feedback we have had, it wasn't too bad a first race in Victoria Park. The local lads and lassies tried their best to confuse runners by switching signs and directions and throwing signs in the hedges - all part of the challenges of using a public park I'm afraid. So, too was the late closure of the public toilets and we will have to see if we can overcome those two challenges for Race 2 in the Series.

Thankfully the weather was kind to us - and our thanks go to those of you who supported the race - and we look forward to growing the series.

Congratulations to our race winners Mike Coleman and Nicola Groom - and also to all the race category winners.

IMPORTANT NEWS ABOUT RACE 2 IN THE SERIES

The next race in the Series was originally scheduled to take place on Friday August 5^th - and after securing permission we were then told that the date was not available to us. As a result we switched the date to Wednesday August 10^th. We have now been informed by the Council that the rearranged date is no longer available to us!!

And so, Race 2 in the Series has now been switched back to Friday August 5^th.

We know that this will cause some inconvenience because we already know that some people couldn't make the rearranged date and we have refunded them their entry fee - others may now be unable to make the new date. If you fall into either category then please let us know and we will do what we can to make amends.

So, to reiterate, Race 2 in the series will now take place on Friday August 5^th and NOT Wednesday August 10^th.

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29th June 2011 Storming times down the Hoe!

When we were asked to put on a series of races at Samphire Hoe we were warned that the weather would not be kind to us - no matter the time of year! So, if the Hoe is looking to give us some poor running conditions it must be storing them up because last night, once again, despite the presence of some threatening black clouds, it was another warm and pleasant evening.

So our thanks to those of you who supported last night's race - the second in the series.

Congratulations to our race winners Phil Anthony and Rona Loubser, who both pipped the winners of the first race Mike Coleman and Sharon Hawkins - and in doing so recorded impressive times to raise the bar yet higher. Phil's time of 15.14 and Rona's 18.33 will certainly present a stiff challenge to those who compete in Race 3 in a few weeks time.

The results of the race are now on our website www.nice-work.org.uk

The next race in the Series takes place on Wednesday August 3^rd. Finals Night on August 31^st will feature two races with the run-off between the leading runners plus a standard 5K race - which will present an opportunity for those who don't normally feature in the winners lists to secure a race or category win.

Our next race is tomorrow evening with Race 1 of the new three-race Ashford Summer 5K Series in Victoria Park, Ashford? The races take place in a traffic free, park setting and the fast and slightly undulating course makes this event ideal for setting a new 5K pb - and it's great too for beginners or those simply looking for a short evening run.

July also sees the return of the Rye Summer Classic Series for a sixth year. This popular series attracts a wide range of abilities with super fast runners lining up with beginners and those just looking for a gentle Friday night run out. There are three races - two 5Ks and a 10K, with the 10K kicking off the series on Friday July 15^th at 7.30pm. This year the races feature chip timing and with fields of around 150 they offer a pleasant evening’s run.

If you'd like any further information on either our UK races or our overseas trips then please don't hesitate to get in touch - by email or check out our website www.nice-work.org.uk

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26th June 2011 Staplehurst Carnival & Fete 10K Results

Thank you for supporting the Staplehurst Carnival & Fete 10K today.

The results are now available - please click on the Results section on the Home Page of the website.

This was our first time of managing this race and we'd like to thank all those who supported this event. The feedback today was great - and it delivers a friendly, albeit, low-key event that is well marshalled and perfect for that 10K pb. Hopefully we'll attract a few more runners next year when we may be looking at moving the date to avoid a clash with other local events.

And at least the sun shone!

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24th June Peasmarsh-ish Midsummer-ish Hash-ish Results 2011

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13th June 2011 Hamstreet 10K - Provisional Results

Thank you for supporting the inaugural Hamstreet 10K yesterday.

Provisional results are now available - please click on the Results section on the Home Page of the website.

Final results will also be puiblished in due course.

If your name does not appear or you think your time is incorrect please email us with details. At present we have four duplicate times.

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2nd June 2011 Samphire Hoe on a near perfect summer's evening

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28th May 2011 Tillingham Valley Races

On behalf of St Mary's Church in Udimore, thank you to the hardy souls that braved the perishingly cold conditions in the Tillingham Valley yesterday. One of these days we’ll get perfect conditions in the valley and we’ll all be able to appreciate the splendid views - rather than huddling together in the marquee!!

 

We do intend giving the event a big push for next year and so we hope to see a much bigger field - we'll also be looking to bring back live music to the event as well and I'm sure the strawberries and ferrets will also back!

 

Congratulations to our race winners Jeff Pyrah and Debbie Jackson and to all those who won prizes in their categories. The results of the race are now on the Nice Work website and the results from the Children's Race are also available on request.

Our next race is this coming Wednesday 1^st June when we stage the first in a brand new 5K summer series at Samphire Hoe, in the shadow of the White Cliffs, just outside Dover. Samphire Hoe is one of the few places that you can truly appreciate the drama of the White Cliffs and great care has been taken to make the landscape fit in this dramatic setting. The 5K race gets underway at 7.30 pm, with a Children's race at 7.15 pm. Entries will be available on the evening.

 

On Friday July 1^st we launch the new three-race Ashford Summer 5K Series in Victoria Park, Ashford. The races take place in a traffic free, park setting. The fast and slightly undulating course makes this event ideal for setting a new 5K pb - and it’s great too for beginners or those simply looking for a short evening run. Further races take place in July and August.

 

Sunday June 12^th sees the first running of the Hamstreet 10K in Hamstreet, Romney Marsh, near Ashford. The run is mainly off road in and around Hamstreet Woods and is supporting Hamstreet Primary School - with nice weather this will be a beautiful, scenic run. And on Sunday June 26^th Nice Work takes over organising the 3^rd Staplehurst Carnival & Fete 10K. The race has been switched from Saturday afternoon to Sunday morning this year and its fast and flat road course makes it an ideal event to try for a 10K pb. A week later on Sunday July 3^rd it’s the 12^th staging of the popular Bewl 15 by Wadhurst Runners - a Sussex Grand Prix event, the race has been voted one of the best in the country and an early entry is advised. July also sees the return of the popular Rye Summer Classic Series for a sixth year. This popular series attracts a wide range of abilities with super fast runners lining up with beginners and those just looking for a gentle Friday night run out. There are three races - two 5Ks and a 10K, with the 10K kicking off the series on Friday July 15^th.

 

If you'd like any further information on either our UK races or our overseas trips then please don't hesitate to get in touch - by email or check out our website www.nice-work.org.uk

 

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28th May 2011 Littlestone Lifeboat 10K Promenade Dash

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23rd May 2011 The Tillingham Valley Races return!

The Tillingham Valley Races proved very popular amongst those that braved the shocking weather last year but the Tillingham Valley races will go ahead once more on Saturday May 28^th!!

 

That doesn't give us much time!!

 

For those of you unfamiliar with the event, it is a series of Cross Country walks and races in and around the Tillingham Valley, from Parsonage Farm in Udimore, near Rye. The main race is around 5 miles in length covering trails, pathways and fields - with a few ups and downs to contend with. The Valley is not normally open to the public so this is a unique opportunity to run in and amongst some stunning scenery.

 

In addition to the 5 Mile Race, supporting races are also being staged for walkers, fun runners, children and dog walkers! The whole event is in aid of St Mary's Church, Udimore.

 

The format this year is identical to last, with the venue open from 3pm.

4.00 pm    Fun run or walk                        1.5 miles    £4
4.30 pm    Dog & owners race                   1.5 miles    £4
5.00 pm    Junior under 11's                      0.5 miles     £2
5.30 pm    Junior under 16's                      1.mile   £2
6.00 pm    Main Race                               5 miles        £8

 

Medals and prizes are on offer. Plus there will be music, a bar and a barbecue. Entries are on the day – but it would help if we knew how many people to expect!!

 

So, a reminder of the details again:

 

Date: Saturday May 28^th   

Event: The Tillingham Valley Races

Location: Parsonage Farm, Udimore, East Sussex TN31 6AX. Just 2 miles from Rye

Time: From 4 pm with the main race at 6.00 pm:

Terrain: All cross country and undulating, with some decent flat bits!!

 

A reminder too that entries are also still available in advance and on the evening for the Littlestone Lifeboat 10K Promenade Dash.

 

The race details are:

 

Date: Friday May 27^th   

Event: The Littlestone Lifeboat 10K Promenade Dash

Location: Littlestone Lifeboat Station, Coast Drive, Greatstone, Kent, TN28 8RY - close to Ashford, Folkestone, Dover and, of course the Romney Marsh.

Time: 7.30 pm:

Terrain: The start is on the car park just adjacent to the Lifeboat Station and follows the flat recreation ground for about a kilometre before joining the promenade. The course then runs all the way to a turn around point just outside Dymchurch before returning home to a finish outside the RNLI Station. This is a flat course and suitable for all abilities. The Children's Race is around a mile through the dunes adjacent to the Lifeboat Station.

 

Finally, June 1^st, sees the first race in a new Summer 5K series at Samphire Hoe near Dover. Samphire Hoe is a nationally important and protected landscape in the shadow of the iconic White Cliffs of Dover and one of the few places that you can truly appreciate the drama of the Cliffs.

 

The race details are:

 

Date: Wednesday June 1^st     

Event: The Samphire Hoe Summer 5K Series

Location: Samphire Hoe, Just off the A20 approaching Dover, Kent CT17 9WR.

Time: 7.30 pm:

Terrain: Undulating/flat

 

Further details of all our races and overseas trips can be found on our website www.nice-work.org.uk and online entries are available via www.runnersworld.co.uk.

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1st May 2011 Goudhurst 10K results

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Spring is sprung - and summer is on its way!

Good luck to all of you who are running this weekend's Virgin London Marathon. The weather looks as though it should be a little bit better for running - and a little cooler than it was last Sunday for the Nice Work group in the Paris Marathon and those running in Brighton.

 

With spring marathon training now all but behind us its time now to look forward to a spring and summer of running in much nicer weather - and we have a number of races that might just appeal to you!

 

Following a stunning Miles for Missing People 10K in Regents Park with 700 runners supported by 2,000 spectators and a 400-strong crowd, our next event is a little lower in profile but no less enjoyable! On Sunday May 1^st it's the Goudhurst 10K, supporting Goudhurst and Kilndown PTA. The race is a pretty out and back course along country paths and roads around the village - the course is undulating with no real hills and will suit runners of all standards.

 

The race details are:

 

Date: Sunday May 1^st  

Event: The Goudhurst 10K 

Location: Risebridge Farm, Peasley Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 1HN

Time: 10.30 am:

Terrain: The start is on grass and follows off road tracks and trails until reaching a two mile stretch on tarmac road - with a dog-leg section through a wooded area. This is an undulating course, not too difficult with few uphill sections and suitable for all abilities.

 

On Sunday June 12^th, it is the first running of the Hamstreet 10K in Hamstreet, Romney Marsh, near Ashford. The run is mainly off road in and around Hamstreet Woods and is supporting Hamstreet Primary School - with nice weather this will be a beautiful, scenic run. And on Sunday June 26^th Nice Work takes over organising the 3^rd Staplehurst Carnival & Fete 10K. The race has been switched from Saturday afternoon to Sunday morning this year and its fast and flat road course makes it an ideal event to try for a pb. A week later on Sunday July 3^rd it's the 12^th staging of the popular Bewl 15 by Wadhurst Runners - a Sussex Grand Prix event, the race has been voted one of the best in the country and an early entry is advised.

 

Can we also plug the Hastings 5 Mile Race on Sunday May 15^th, organised by Hastings Runners. This is a fast seafront race that carries a £100 cash prize for setting a new course record. You can enter online at Runners World or download an entry form from the Hastings Runners website at www.hastingsrunners.org.uk

 

We have some great evening events this summer. Starting with the Littlestone Lifeboats 10K Promenade Dash on Friday May 27^th. Sup[porting the RNLI, the race starts from the lifeboat station and is a fast out and back run along the flat promenade. As well as the race, there will be a barbecue, bar and live music.

 

July sees the return of the popular Rye Summer Classic Series for a sixth year. This popular series attracts a wide range of abilities with super fast runners lining up with beginners and those just looking for a gentle Friday night run out. There are three races - two 5Ks and a 10K, with the 10K kicking off the series on Friday July 15^th.

 

We have two new summer series events starting this year. The first is a new four-race 5K summer evening series taking place at Samphire Hoe near Dover beginning on Wednesday June 1st. This brand new Summer evening series takes place in the unique setting of Samphire Hoe - a nationally important and protected landscape in the shadow of the iconic White Cliffs of Dover. Samphire Hoe is one of the few places that you can truly appreciate the drama of the White Cliffs. Great care has been taken to make the landscape at Samphire Hoe fit in this dramatic setting. The series comprises three fast and flat 5K races with a special Finals Night featuring an end of series 5K plus a feature race for the fastest 20 runners from the first three races competing for a cash prize. The course should be super-fast, but would suit runners of all standards including beginners

 

On Friday July 1^st we launch the new three-race Ashford Summer 5K Series in Victoria Park, Ashford. The races take place in a traffic free, park setting. The fast and slightly undulating course makes this event ideal for setting a new 5K pb - and it's great too for beginners or those simply looking for a short evening run. The three race series is supporting St Theresa's Primary School in the town and further races take place in July and August.

 

Further details of all our races can be found on our website www.nice-work.org.uk and online entries are available via www.runnersworld.co.uk. Note that all our races also feature support events for younger runners.

 

If you require more information on any of our events, drop us an email at info@nice-work.org.uk, visit www.nice-work.org.uk or call 01797 230999.

 

We hope to see you at some of our events this summer.

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3rd April 2011 Miles for Missing People 10K results

On behalf of Missing People, thank you to everybody who joined us for the Miles for Missing People 10K in Regents Park yesterday.

 

On behalf of the Race Team here at Nice Work, we'd like to thank you all for supporting the event and thank all the marshals for their enthusiastic support and help.

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The event enjoyed a record entry of over 700 runners in both the 10K and the Fun Run and we offer our congratulations to all those who took part and especially to those of you won prizes. Special congratulations go to our race winners Paul Faulkner from Hallamshire Harriers and Tessa Hill from Highgate Harriers. Well done too to our team prize winners Miles for Mel (Ladies) and Mimecast (Mens).

 

The results of the race are now available on the Nice Work website.

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20th February 2011 Isle of Oxney Hot Soup 5 Mile Dash results

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6th February 2011 Ashford & District 10K results

A record entry of 900 runners made for quite a spectacle on what turned out to be a better day for running than had been forecast.

Following last year's race we made several improvements including securing additional car park facilities, providing additional loos and also trying to ease the bottleneck at the start by providing pace signage. From the initial feedback we have received the race seems to have been well received once again - which is testament to the success of the enthusiastic team from Ashford & District Road Runners who worked so hard on the event.

We offer our congratulations to all those who won prizes - especially our race winners Michael Coleman and Helena Penfold. Well done too to this year's team winners Folkestone Running Club (Ladies) and Ashford & District (Mens).

 

The results of the race are now available on the results section of the Nice Work website.

 

Photographs from the race will shortly be available online at Sussex Sports Photography - visit this link to view the photographs when they are ready:

 

http://gallery.sussexsportphotography.com/gallery.tlx

 

Our next race is on Sunday February 20th when we are staging the second Isle of Oxney Hot Soup 5 Mile Dash in Wittersham - and then on March 13th we have the Lydd Half Marathon. 

 

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21st January 2011 New Kent Summer 5K Series announced

A new 5K Summer Series for Kent has been announced.

The Samphire Hoe 5K Series will be a series of four races held in the unique setting of Samphire Hoe - a nationally important and protected landscape in the shadow of the iconic White Cliffs of Dover.

Samphire Hoe is one of the few places that you can truly appreciate the drama of the White Cliffs. Great care has been taken to make the landscape at Samphire Hoe fit in this dramatic setting.

The series comprises three fast and flat 5K races with a special Finals Night featuring an end of series 5K plus a feature race for the fastest 20 runners from the first three races competing for a cash prize. The course should be super-fast, but would suit runners of all standards including beginners. Points scored in each race count towards overall Series prizes (first 100 male and female finishers in each race score points). Memento and Goody Bag to all finishers.

The series is being organised by specialist road race event company Nice Work and further details of the event are available at www.nice-work.org.uk

All enquires to Martin Burke 01797 230999.

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12th January 2011 Ashford & District 10K set for record turnout

Runners from all over the south east - and some from even further afield - will be descending upon the Sandiycres Sports Ground in Sandyhurst Lane, Ashford on Sunday February 6^th. And the popular Ashford & District 10K, organised by Ashford & District Roadrunners looks set to attract a record field.

Advance entries for the 2011 race are showing a marked increase on last year and Club Secretary Lynne Oliver is anticipating around 900 runners of all standards - from novice joggers to seasoned competitors - to line up for the start. "Last year's race was so well received that the event was voted the 7^th best 10K in the UK and we've attracted a great entry already - but there are still spaces available for those who want to sign up and run".

The 10K race is over a flat, traffic-free course in and around the quiet country lanes north of the town, with the start at the Sandiacres Club.

The race starts at 11.00 am and all finishers will receive a medal and Goody Bag plus there are prizes for the leading runners.

The race is organised on behalf of Ashford & District Roadrunners by specialist road race event company Nice Work and further details of the event are available at www.ashfordanddistrict10K.co.uk

Other enquires to Martin Burke 01797 230999.

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6th January 2011 In Seventh Heaven

Some great news for Nice Work today with news that two of the events we work on have been voted into the top of their respective race categories by Runners World readers.

The Ashford & District 10K has been voted 7th best 10K in the UK. Nice Work manages this race on behalf of Ashford & District Road Running Club abd, with the help of a large and enthusiastic team of marshals has seen the race grow in size - the 2011 race on February 6th is expected to attract over 800 runners.

Nice Work laso provides race entry management services to Wadhurst Runners for the Bewl 15 and this race has also been voted 7th best in its category - races run over 'Other Distances'.

The awards are testament to the hard work and enthusiasm of the Nice Work team and those we work with who try and make our events as popular as we can.

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3rd January 2011 Kent Christmas Cracker results

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28th December 2010 Christmas Pudding Dash results

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27th December 2010 Christmas Pudding Dash ON

We have checked the course for tomorrow's rearranged Christmas Pudding Dash. Most of the course is fine with a short stretch on the track at the back of the house a little icy but passable with care. 

So, the race is ON tomorrow - and entries on the day available for those who want them.

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23rd December 2010 Lamberhurst 5 Mile Race cancelled

We have a very difficult decision to make about the Lamberhurst 5 Mile Race on New Year's Day and our belief is that we need to make that decision sooner rather than later.

 

We drove the course yesterday and a good mile and a half stretch of it still has hard snow and ice because it isn't used by traffic. Additionally the hills down into - and back up from - the village still look as though they would be very dodgy to run on if there is a frost. You may or may not be aware that we had to cancel our two Christmas races last weekend because of the weather.

 

The weather forecast seems to indicate no let up in the conditions with the latest forecast being:

 

Christmas Day very cold, perhaps isolated light snow showers. Boxing Day dry, frosty with sunny spells away from lingering freezing fog patches. Monday feeling bitterly cold, chance of snow arriving

 

If we were to bet/guess we would suggest that there would be a very strong likelihood of us having to cancel this race - unless there is a dramatic improvement in the weather between now and New Years Day. If we're all honest, I suggest that we can't see that happening.

 

Our problem is that we have a Christmas holiday coming up and I think we have a duty to let those who are planning to take part know sooner rather than later. Some people may be planning special trips for New Year's Eve around our race. We also have St John Ambulance booked, our own team booked - and I don't think it fair to give them short notice if that can be avoided. I'm also aware that email contact details we hold could be work addresses and so we probably need to make contact before the Christmas break

 

So, our Course Director, as things stand right now, is recommending cancellation - and I think we have to respect that advice. And so the race on New Year's Day will not now take place. Whilst I know that you will be disappointed I would ask you to understand why we made the decision.

 

Many races now do not offer a refund policy because of the up front expense incurred in putting on a race. However, we don't think this is fair and so we will offer a full refund of the entry fee you have paid. Alternatively, you may be aware that we are looking to stage our postponed Christmas Pudding Dash on Tuesday 28th next week. We don't have the same issues as we have with New Year's Day because the race is all on private land and they have a team of people who will work to get the course fit to run on - so if people can get to the venue then we can have a race. If you wish, you may transfer your entry to that race. Indeed, you also have the option to have your entry transferred to any of our 2011 programme of UK races - please see our UK race listings on our website www.nice-work.org.uk and let us know if you would like to transfer; we will then make the arrangements.

 

We will also transfer our support for the Alzheimer's Research Trust to the race on Tuesday. We have loads of stuff to give away for youngsters who take part in the Children's race and we will also be looking to make a donation to ART as well as our Pudding Dash event charity, Christian Aid.

 

Once again, my apologies for the disappointing news - but I hope you understand.

 

On behalf of Cathy, myself and the Nice Work team we wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy - and thawing - New Year.

 

Kind regards

 

Martin Burke

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18th December 2010 Christmas races called off

Well, the weather has been threatening all week and, unfortunately, it decided to leave its mark on our weekend of Christmas races!

 

Despite the efforts of the Nice Work team and the Ashburnham staff, the Christmas Pudding Dash course became hazardous following a snow storm on Saturday morning. A delivery lorry stuck on the hill also didn't help and so the decision was taken to cancel the race. We did post messages on Facebook, Runners World and our own Nice Work site and we managed to reach most people some way or another. Unfortunately we were too late to prevent some runners arriving and we are grateful for their understanding.

 

At the end of the day we cannot take any risks with the safety of runners and spectators both on the course and travelling to and from the event - and the weather and road conditions in Ashburnham and surrounding areas from 11.00 onwards fully justified what was a really difficult decision for us.

 

We have rescheduled the race for Tuesday 28th December and we hope to see you all there then. It is a Bank Holiday and we'll still have mince pies, mulled wine, Christmas puds and other festive treats - so we'd love to see you then.

The Kent Christmas Cracker has also fallen victim to the weather due to an unsafe running surface and dangerous travel conditions. This race has been rescheduled for Sunday January 2nd 2011.

 

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7th November 2010 Beckley 10K

Thanks once again to everybody who joined us for the 6^th running of the Beckley 10K.

 

Congratulations to those who won prizes - especially our race winners Jeff Pyrah and Sally Musson. Well done particularly to Jeff who broke the course record and to Sally. Lynn Hayes, Judy Brooker and Sarah Marzaioli who all set new records for their age categories.

 

In the youngsters race, well done to Nathan Wren and Maisie Goodsell for winning their race – Darrell also breaking the course record.

 

If you have any comments about the race or its organisation, please don't hesitate to let us know - and if you think the race was good enough to deserve a rating, please register your opinion on http://www.runnersworld.co.uk/events/ratingsall.asp?sp=&v=2&ugn=4600&en=56519

 

Finally, thank you to our partners at Podplus and Diligence Media and Marketing for their support and sponsorship.

 

The results are on the Nice Work website www.nice-work.org.uk

 

Our next race is in December when we return to Ashburnham Place near Battle for our traditional Christmas Pudding Dash on Saturday December 18th. A day later we are at Fowlmead Country Park, near Deal for the Kent Christmas Cracker. Both races will see festive Puddings, Mulled wine and other goodies on offer. Our planned New Year's Day 10K race at Scotney Castle has, unfortunately, had to be moved to a new venue and over a slightly shorter distance of 5 miles. More information will be released very shortly - but if you have entered the Scotney race we will be in touch with details of the new venue plus an offer of either a full refund or a partial refund if you'd like to transfer your entry.

 

I you’d like any further information on either our UK races or our overseas trips then please don’t hesitate to get in touch - by email or via www.nice-work.org.uk

 

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5th November 2010 Entries still available for the Beckley 10K

Just a reminder that the Beckley 10K takes place this Sunday (7th November) in the village. There are still places available and you can enter on the day. If you want us to reserve you a place then you can email your details to us (full name, date of birth, club, if any).

A reminder of the details:

Date: Sunday November 7th 

Event: The Beckley 10K 

Location: Beckley Village Centre, Beckley, Nr Rye East Sussex

Time: 11.00 am:

Terrain: Challenging road course in and around the village

A Children's Race will take place prior to the main race at 10.45 - and we will wait for the last finisher before starting the 10K 

Most of those that have entered will have received their race information packs and numbers. We were away running in India last week and so entries received then will have the numbers held for collection on Sunday morning.

Also, a reminder that our two Christmas races at Fowlmead and Ashburnham Place plus our New Year's Day morning 10K in Lamberhurst are already proving popular - entries are available via Runners World or you can download an entry form from our websitewww.nice-work.org.uk 

If you require more information on any of our events, drop us an email at info@nice-work.org.uk, visit www.nice-work.org.uk or call 01797 230999.

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19th October 2010 Important news about Paris - and the Beckley 10K

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5th October 2010 Missed out on a place in the London Marathon?

The rejection letters have been landing for applicants in the 2011 Virgin London Marathon - and if you are one of the disappointed thousands then why not consider one of two great alternative Spring marathons?

The Paris Marathon on April 10th is one of the world's great city marathons with some 40,000 runners taking to the streets of the French capital. This is a great opportunity to run in one of Europe's classic cities. The route takes you along the historic river Seine and by world famous sites such as the Eiffel Tower, Champs Elysees, Arc de Triumph and the Louvre. Not only a real personal challenge - but, of course, the opportunity to indulge in some good food, good wine with some traditional sight seeing!

Nice Work will once again be taking a group to Paris on a two day weekend trip by road - and places are still available.

Once you have your entry, Nice Work offers a free race entry management service including liaison with the race organisers, collection of numbers etc. We will do all we can to ensure that your marathon weekend goes as smoothly as possible - leaving you free to focus on your race.

So if you do wish to join us in Paris, please let us know as soon as possible.  

Further details are available on our website www.nice-work.org.uk

If Paris isn’t for you, then why not consider Luxembourg? One of our favourite races of the year is the Night Run in Luxembourg which takes place on June 4th. We have attended every race since this fabulous event was established a few years ago and it never fails to disappoint. There is a choice of marathon, half marathon or mini marathon (4.4K) with all three events taking place in a fabulous atmosphere through streets thronging with crowds, music and live bands. Our three day/two night trip includes a full day's sightseeing and a stop in Bruges on the way home for lunch.

Nice Work has guaranteed entries for the race and if you'd like to join us, why not book your place today?

Further details are available on our website www.nice-work.org.uk

We also have two events over shorter distances early in 2011. The ever popular Ostend to Bruges 10 Mile race in March is perfect for your spring marathon training - a pancake flat 10 mile race plus a stay in the wonderful city of Bruges with time for shopping and sightseeing. Then, in May we make a welcome return to Le Touquet and Montreuil-sur-Mer for the Ramparts 10K - a Saturday afternoon race that leaves time for a guilt-free Saturday night out!

If you require more information on any of our overseas events, including details of Iceland, Dublin, The Somme and our third trip to the Himalayas in October 2011 for the 100 Mile Stage Race drop us an email at info@nice-work.org.uk, visit www.nice-work.org.uk or call 01797 230999.

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3rd October 2010 Coming up - the Beckley 10K

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25th September 2010 At last - our new website!!

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13th September 2010 Rye Summer Classic Series September 2010 Results

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