The 45th London Marathon saw 4 Sarn Helen runners take to the start line to compete in this iconic race. Weather conditions on the day were not favourable for long distance running due to heat and humidity but all 4 runners finished unscathed and posted great times.

The Rhayader Round The Lakes 30K race is a popular race on the running calendar. The challenging route takes the runners around the beautiful Elan Valley, arguably one of the most scenic courses in the British Isles. Weather conditions on the day were favourable and made for great finishing times.

The Annual Llandysul 10K and 5K races took place on New Year’s Eve with great representation from Sarn Helen Running Club. The 5K race saw Delyth Crimes running her first race following injury in a time of 27:32 which also secured her 1st F55, Sarah Puetz had a good run in 28:08 with Osian Jones coming 2nd in the U13 category in a great time of 22:49.

6 Sarn Helen Junior and Youth Runners represented the club at the recent Nant Yr Arian Silver Trail Event, Ben and Jacob Hall, Alaw and Ella Freeman and Emlyn and Ellie Tansley all ran extremely well within their various age categories.

One of Sarn Helen’s founder members Dawn Kenwright recently competed in The Grizedale Trail Half Marathon near Hawkshead in the Lake District. An undulating route ran on forest tracks and taking in the stunning views of Coniston and surrounding areas. Dawn had a great run in a time of 2:35:22 and was 4th in the F60 category.

Sara Davies competed in the Gower Trail Ultramarathon back in October. The 34 mile route was brutal and was both physically and mentally challenging, Sara was pleased to finish in 8 hours.

Emma Palfrey recently ran the Mortimer Forest Trail Race near the Shropshire/Herefordshire border. A 10mile race with 1700 ft of elevation, muddy sections with steep climbs and fast downhills made it a tough and challenging course. Emma was the 5th female to cross the finish line in 1:26:11 and was 2nd F40.