Lydd Half Marathon & 20 Mile 2015

Weather turned out to be lovely again in Lydd, as per last year.  With the new 20 miler taking place alongside the traditional half marathon, the field was about double that of previous years, with many using the new race as marathon preparation.  One of the best races I've covered, with very friendly runners.  Somewhat odd that the race started in the road, rather than in the field, as was the case in the past.

Lydd Half Marathon & 20 Mile 2015 (1308 pics)

Ricki Savage Thanet 20 Mile Race 2015

The Thanet 20 returned after a year's break, in memory of Ricki Savage who tragically died at the age of 27 after taking part in the 2013 Dublin Marathon.  As ever, organisation was excellent.  The sun shone, though the competitors had a very strong wind to contend with.  Light was an issue, but then it always seems to be at any race I cover.  Nothing whatsoever to do with my own ineptitude with the camera, of course ;)

Thanet 20 Miler 2015 (865 pics)

Headcorn Half Marathon 2015

This year's race built on the success of the inaugural event in 2014.  Turnout was up, the day turned out largely pleasant with good spells of sunshine & the unexpectedly fine weather was largely responsible for the race starting 10 minutes late as a surge of on-the-day entrants decided to take part.  Organisation was excellent again, and the general vibe was superb, with very friendly competitors and marshals.

Headcorn Half Marathon 2015 (751 pics)

Kent Fitness League 2014/15 - Rd 7 - Rough Common, Canterbury

A nail biting finish saw Craig Sharp of Dartford Harriers narrowly beat Thanet's Noel Sutton to the overall KFL 2014/15 title, with Deal Tri's Jill Cliff confirmed as ladies champion despite not running at Canterbury.

KFL 2014/15, Rough Common (430 pics)

Ashford & District 10K 2015

A decent sized field enjoyed an unexpectedly long spell of nice sunshine, on a day when heavy rain had been forecast.

Ashford & District 10K 2015 (897 pics)

Canterbury 10 Mile Race 2015

Another big turnout for this popular race.  Mostly snapped from a different vantage point this time, having been constantly impeded by traffic in previous years.

Canterbury 10 Mile Race 20015 (982 pics)

Kent Fitness League 2014/15 - Rd 5 - Minnis Bay

Heavy rain in the days before the annual 'Battle of the Somme' ensured another muddy spectacle and challenging course for the competitors.



KFL 2014/15 - Rd 5 - Minnis Bay (620 pics)