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Hi, can anybody recommend a running group? I live in Stockport, work in Hale and spend a lot of time in Hyde so anywhere not too far of a drive from those locations.
I've never tried fell running, but have done a few 10ks and run for fun once or twice a week. Need to know the ropes, and some routes, and would like to make a few friends as well!
Thanks
Donna
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Originally Posted by DonnaB
Hi Donna I work in Stalybridge and live in Didsbury, I run for Pennine! We meet in Hayfield every Thursday at 7pm outside the Royal Hotel. Lots of us live in South Manchester/Stockport and you'd be more than welcome to join us.
Here's our blog and website if you want more info.
Hi Donna,
There's also Glossopdale Harriers (who I run with) - we run from Glossop Leisure Centre at 7pm every Tues and Thurs (http://www.glossopdale.org.uk/) - we've got quite a few new fell runners recently and there's always someone to look after you. I'm taking out a new fell runner tomorrow in the afternoon, and can often do runs at various times. I've only been fell running a year so am still learning too!
Lynne
To echo what Dan said, I live in Marple and there are quite a few Pennine members based in the Marple/Mellor area. Leave Stockport at 18:30 you would be in Hayfield on time for the 19:00 departure.
Thanks guys, I think I'll give both groups a go when I get back from my hols in a few weeks. What gear do I need to start with other than a decent pair of shoes? And do both clubs have a bit of a social feel to them in your opinion? I'm hoping to make new friends too!
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Originally Posted by DonnaB
Fell or aggressive trail shoes and a waterproof/windproof coat and trousers will see you right. I wouldn't worry about a map ect no one will leave you behind!
As for the social we always have a pint and a natter in the Royal afterwards and everyone's really friendly.
As another thought, on+off road running, but not always hills. We have members all over Cheshire, inc Disley and Hale, Altrincham:
http://www.cheshirehash.co.uk/cheshire/hashmain.htmCheshire Hash House Harriers. Several experienced fell runners+mountain marathoners, a few adventure racers, some road runners and some plodders. Always a social afterwards. Different pub every week, anywhere in Cheshire. no commitment, turn up as often as you please.
No subs, just a kitty on the night if you stay for the drink
Look forward to seeing you soon Donna. As for gear, what DDan said - waterproofs, drink and a small bumbag to fit them in. Let me know when yr heading to join Glossopdale and I'll either make sure I'm out that night or get one of the other girls to be there. We're a social bunch though don't routinely go to the pub straight after a run...saying that, last night we had home brewed alcohol and homemade gingernut biscuits on top of Kinder to celebrate the summer solstice (just don't mention the weather!!)...then popped into the Royal in Hayfield for a few drinks. there's often one or two from Manchester way who get the train home and I believe the odd pint is downed waiting for trains...!Quote:
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have a good holiday,
Lynne
There's Stockport Harriers too!
Pennine had our annual mini rely - 4 person teams running from Ladybower dam back to hayfield, always a great night. Midgies were desperate last night, what was it like up on Kinder?Quote:
Originally Posted by cyclops
Yeah, we saw quite a few Pennine relayers in the Royal after our run - there was talk of joint events like that being organised sometime. Kinder was totally midge free thankfully. However...there was some dampness*Quote:
Originally Posted by DrPatrickBarry
*read as very very very wet and claggy (but good to be out and being social obviously)
Ooh a joint event would be great idea. I saw quite a few Glossopdalers in the Royal last night.Quote:
Originally Posted by cyclops
My legs are covered in red bites from those blasted midges.
We should do one against each other based on pubs start at the Royal Oak in Glossop first leg to The Grouse then The Lantern Pike, The Lamb and a final dash back to The Royal - the losing club gets the beers in!!!! :thumbup:Quote:
Originally Posted by William Clough
sounds like a plan developing!
Why not join the second oldest Club in the world Cheshire Tally-Ho! Hare and Hounds?
So where's the oldest running club in the world!!?Quote:
Originally Posted by XRunner
Thames Hare and Hounds were formed in 1867.Quote:
Originally Posted by that_fjell_guy
I think you might find these claim to be older 1860Quote:
Originally Posted by XRunner
http://users.ox.ac.uk/~ouac/home/
And, if you work in Hale, there's Altrincham And District AC. We do track and field, road and fell. You'd be welcome at Timperley Track 7pm Tuesdays to find out more. Ask for Don.Quote:
Originally Posted by that_fjell_guy
Our fortnightly fell runs (Short, medium and long groups) have different organisers and different venues each time and are followed by a visit to the nearest pub for a drink and meal (Optional). You can find more details on the website www.altrincham-athletics.co.uk
Lantern Pike Fell Race was my first fell race. I remember Ricky Wilde won it, but i still remember the realisation dawning on me that i was way out of my depth, which wouldn't have been difficult in those days as i'd have been out of my depth in a bird bath in the fields back then.Quote:
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Because Tally Ho is a men only club!!Quote:
Originally Posted by XRunner
Ricky Wilde now comes on the fells alternate Thursdays with Altrincham & District AC.Quote:
Originally Posted by Danbert Nocurry
Tomorrow we are at Wildboarclough for a run which visits Lud's Church organised by Erno.
Meet at 6.45 pm. Details here: http://altrincham-athletics.co.uk/At...llRunning.aspx