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A G M - Monday 30 January 2012
A brief reminder that this will be held next Monday. Further details and location map are further down the page. Come along if you want to get involved with your club or if you merely want to have your say.Heptonstall Fell Race - Sunday 18 March 2012
For anyone planning to take part in this race, there will be a guided recce on Sun 29th January, starting at 9am outside the White Lion, Weaver’s Square, Heptonstall. Full details of route and location can be found onNew Chew - Monday 23 January 2012
Congratulations to Stephen Chew and his wife Naomi. On Monday, she gave birth to a bruiser of a boy, Sebastian Stephen Alan. He weighed in at 11 lbs, 2 oz! Both mum and new son are doing well.
The Hebden 2012
Stanbury Splash - 22 January 2012
The Hebden 2012
This is ostensibly a long distance walk, but as with so many similar events, it is becoming dominated by runners who use it as a long
distance training exercise. There were some good runners in the mix and perhaps they were using this as a Three Peaks warm up. Quite a few
Wharfedalers entered and in the 22 mile race, were led home by Cathy Bradley, who had a particularly good run, being third lady overall behind
Jo Waites and Anne Johnson.
In the 15 mile event, Wharfedaler Paul Crabtree was the overall winner.
Wharfedale Finishing Positions
In the 15 mile event, Wharfedaler Paul Crabtree was the overall winner.
Pub Run - Wednesday 25 January 2012
This will be from the Elm Tree at Embsay. Be there ready for a 7:00 pm start.KWL - Whitestone
Wat Dog does it again
First word from this race is that Sam Watson won the senior race. Further details follow.
Stanbury Splash - 22 January 2012
Tom Adams of Ilkley won the senior race in a time of 45:45, with Robb Jebb of Bingley 2nd and Graham Pearce of Pudsey & Bramley 3rd. First lady was Jo Buckley of Calder Valley.
Bingley were first team with Robb Jebb (2), Andy Peace (6) and Ian Holmes (7).
The leading Wharfedalers were fairly closely packed together, with Dave Kirkham leading the way in 11th place.
In the junior races, Josh Newbold won the U12 race and in doing so also beat all the under 14s.
Stirton Owl Event - 19 January 2012
The leading two squiggles are Sam Watson, ahead of Stephen Chew, whilst in the distance, the two squiggles are Tamara Hemsley and Rob Myers
Kendal Winter League, Scout Scar - 8 January 2012
A bit late with this one due to the web site problems. The senior race saw Chris Newman finish in 6th place and Kirsty Hall finish as 8th lady.
The were wins in the junior races for Josh Newbold (U12) and James Hall, who by all account absolutely annihilated the opposition in his U17's race.
White Holme Circular - 15 January 2012
Watto Back on Top Again
Watto did indeed win this race, but with the narrrowest of margins. The times of the leaders were:
1 SAM WATSON WHARFE 1-01-21
2 STEWART GREGORY HOLME P 1-01-21
3 ROB GRANTHAM ELLESMERE PORT 1-01-33
4 NICK CHARLESWORTH WHARFE 1-01-42
5 STEVE ROEBUCK BARNSLEY 1-01-58
6 JOSH WHITELEY STAINLAND 1-02-28
Wharfedale won the team prize with:
1 Sam Watson
4 Nick Charlesworth
22 Scott Davies
1 SAM WATSON WHARFE 1-01-21
2 STEWART GREGORY HOLME P 1-01-21
3 ROB GRANTHAM ELLESMERE PORT 1-01-33
4 NICK CHARLESWORTH WHARFE 1-01-42
5 STEVE ROEBUCK BARNSLEY 1-01-58
6 JOSH WHITELEY STAINLAND 1-02-28
Wharfedale won the team prize with:
1 Sam Watson
4 Nick Charlesworth
22 Scott Davies
Annual Subscriptions
A message from Tamara Hird.The annual subsrciptions for 2012 are now due. There is no change from last year - so the subscriptions are £10 for Seniors, £2.50 for Juniors, £20 for family membership and £5 for non running members.
Please send your subscriptions to: The Membership Secretary - David Hird at 24 Breakmoor Avenue, Silsden, Keighley, West Yorkshire, BD20 9LB as soon as possible.
If any of your details have changed (eg address, email, phone numbers) please complete the annual subscription form below.
There are a few existing members who still owe subs for 2011 - please can you also send these in with the 2012 subs. If you can’t remember if you paid in 2011 or not – just give me a call - I’ve got a list of paid up members.
Annual Subscription Form
A G M - Monday 30 January 2012
Do you want to know how your subs are spent, do you want to get involved yourself or do you just want to have a say in how your club is run? Then why not come on to the AGM?This will be held at:
Hothfield Junior School
Hothfield Street
Silsden
Keighley
BD20 0BB
The meeting will start at 8:00 pm.
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Three Peaks Race - Saturday 28 April 2012
Just a reminder that if you are wanting to run in this race, entries are now open on line at http://www.threepeaksrace.org.uk/Pennine Bridal Relay - Sunday 5 February 2012
If anyone else would like to take part in this race, there are places for 2 or 3 more in the mixed open C team. Please let Tamara know on 07951 129786 or tamarahemsley@hotmail.co.uk.Garstang 10K - 8 January 2012
You would not normally associate Cathy Bradley with road running, but she was the only Wharfedaler in this race and completed it in
a respectable 45:04. She is not thinking of abandoning fell running, but feels that an odd road race might help her speed over a decent distance and
supplement her other training.
Pub Run - Wednesday 18 January 2012
There was a great turnout for the pub run this week - 15 in total. A few more just went straight to the pub. Next week Pen-y-ghent. Meet in the Trust car park at 7 in Horton. Beer in whichever pub is decided upon on the night. Goldie is leading the stampede, although with the amount of running that Goldie has done recently, stampede might be the wrong word.Message from Webmaster
If everyone has been wondering where we have been for the past few days, our Internet Service Provider (ISP) suffered a serious problem with their server. They seemed to be having diffculties resolving this problem and finally my patience ran out and I have switched to a new ISP. Hopefully, our problems are now behind us. It will take a little while to upload all of the pages and photographs which have accumulated over the past five years, but normal service should be resumed shortly.Ovenden Fell Race - 7 January 2012
This was a hard race. The ground was boggy and there were gale force winds on the tops. It was won by Karl Gray of Calder Valley
in 57:49. Wharfedale took places 6 to 9 and were awarded the team prize, having the same points as Pudsey & Bramley, but with the
result being decided on the place of the last counter.
Jo Waites won the ladies race with Gill Myers being the first LV50.
Wharfedale Finishing Positions
Jo Waites won the ladies race with Gill Myers being the first LV50.
Pub Run - Wednesday 11 January 2012
Despite the atrocious weather, there was a good turnout at the Greyhound for the run up Weets. The next run, on the above date, will be from The Old Hall at Threshfield and will be led out by Kirsty Hall. Be there ready for a 7:00 pm start.Silsden New Year's Day Fun Run - 1 January 2012
Wharfedalers dominated this event. Dave Kirkham won, comfortably ahead of Owen Bielby. A few odd-looking outfits; the fancy dress theme was sleep wear. Most runners finished without their number due to a heavy shower during the race.
Wansfell - 27 December 2011
8 Sam Watson 22:17
25 Paul Carman 24:44
26 Paul Crabtree 24:47
54 Luke Appleyard 27:13
57 James Robinson 27:16
86 Judy Howells 29:12
Giant's Tooth - 1 January 2012
Quentin Lewis is in fine form at the moment and he confirmed this by taking first place in this race. However, he was chased
home by James Hall who had a superb run to finish in second place and he, in turn, was under pressure from Stephen Chew who finished third.
Other Wharfedalers in the top ten were Christian Holmes (9th) and Nick Charlesworth (10th).
In the ladies race Annabel Mason, an FU18 of Wakefield Harriers had a cracking race to finish in 7th place overall.
Wharfedale Finishing Positions
In the ladies race Annabel Mason, an FU18 of Wakefield Harriers had a cracking race to finish in 7th place overall.
Cross Countries
A message from Tamara HirdIf anyone would like to take part in the English National Cross Country Championships which takes place at Parliament Hill, London on Saturday 25th February - please can you let me know by Tuesday 3rd January. The cost of entry is £6.
If anyone would like to take part in the Northern Cross Country Championships at Pontefract Park (Racecourse), Wakefield on Saturday 28th January, please can you let me know by Wednesday 4th January. The cost is £6 for Seniors and U20 Men and Women and £4.50 for juniors.
Ribble Valley 10K Road Race - 27 December 2011
Six Wharfedalers ventured over to Clitheroe for this race where conditions were almost perfect, as it was dry, cool with the sun
coming out just into the race. Cathy Bradley had a good run for her first road race. They finished as follows:
137 Lucas Payne 36.44
163 Nick Treitl 37.36
429 Michael Thistlethwaite 45.07
461 Brian Hugill 45.58
480 Cathy Bradley 46.28
669 Carol Young 51.23
137 Lucas Payne 36.44
163 Nick Treitl 37.36
429 Michael Thistlethwaite 45.07
461 Brian Hugill 45.58
480 Cathy Bradley 46.28
669 Carol Young 51.23
Auld Lang Syne - 31 December 2011
Jonathan Brownlee was out again for this race, this time with his brother and the two of them finished almost two minutes in front of third place Chris Steele of Borrowdale. Christian Holmes was first Wharfedaler home in 22nd place.
Pub Run - Wednesday 4 January 2012
This will be a run up Weets from The Greyhound at Barnoldswick. Be there ready for a 7:00 pm start.Chevin Chase - 26 December 2011
This race was won comfortably by Jonathan Brownlee, who was almost two minutes in front of 2nd place Andrew Thake of Hallamshire Harriers.
Local runner, Quentin Lewis of Baildon Harriers was third. First Wharfedaler was Nick Charlesworth. The Wharfedalers that we are aware of
finished as follows:
19 Nick Charlesworth 44:38
56 Jason Hemsley 48:00
197 Sam Wadsworth 54:28
204 James Wadsworth 54:37
19 Nick Charlesworth 44:38
56 Jason Hemsley 48:00
197 Sam Wadsworth 54:28
204 James Wadsworth 54:37
Pub Run - Wednesday 28 December 2011
There were around 25 runners out for the run last week from the Red Lion and a few more just turned up at the pub for a pint and the crack.By popular request, there will be a run next week from the Black Lane Ends on the old Skipton to Colne Road. Be there for a 7:00 pm start.
Peco XC, Rothwell - 18 December 2011
A few Wharfedalers attended this event and finished as follows:
U11 Boys
2 Adam Gibson
7 Logan Hargreaves-Madhas
8 Issac Hastings
U11 Girls
1 Shona Hastings
Senior Men
128 Johnathon Gibson
191 Raj Madhas
Senior Ladies
96 Lynda Hargreaves
U11 Boys
2 Adam Gibson
7 Logan Hargreaves-Madhas
8 Issac Hastings
U11 Girls
1 Shona Hastings
Senior Men
128 Johnathon Gibson
191 Raj Madhas
Senior Ladies
96 Lynda Hargreaves
Wharfedale Christmas Bike Ride
Thursday 29 December 2011
Once more Jason Hemsley is organising this very popular bike ride. Meet at Hothfield School, Silsden 9.30am. Road ride of approx 40 miles.
Route - Kildwick, Cononley, Carleton, Gargrave, Airton, Hetton, Winterburn, Cracoe, Thorpe, Burnsall, Appletreewick, Bolton Abbey (Cavendish Pavillion - cafe stop for tea and teacakes - ETA 11.30am), Addingham, Silsden. Bring a banana and spare tube! For those who do not fancy such a long ride, there is the option of a shorter direct ride to the Cavendish. The route is subject to change depending on the weather and group ability.
Off Road Pub Run - Wednesday 21 December 2011
This will be from the Red Lion at Earby. Be there ready for a 7:00 pm start.The Stoop - 18 December 2011
Five Wharfedalers in Top Ten
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| Dave Kirkham | Stephen Chew |
The race was won by Sam Tosh of Rossendale, just ahead of Ian Holmes of Bingley. The leading Wharfedalers were:
4 Sam Watson 32:30
5 Dave Kirkham 32:37
7 Stephen Chew 33:00
8 Jonny Bradshaw 33:05
10 Nick Charlesworth 33:21
Further details and pictures follow.
London Marathon Draw
The two lucky winners drawn out of the hat by Ellie Lambert were Ian Newbold and Simon Throup and they will join Sue Narey in this race.
Settle Hills Owl Event - 15 December 2011
A few Settle runners showed some interest in this race, but on the night they were not up for it, which was a pity, as this was a novel
and challenging course. On other hand, Ian Holmes, whose prowess in conventional fell running is renown, has taken to night time running
and although he turned in third place, he showed his class to finish first.
Finishing Positions
Gathering Winter Fools -10 December 2011
This is a new race which has been put on by Keighley & Craven and has been very well received by all those who took part. Lisa Holmes has written the following report
On a very cold and wet Saturday morning 8 merry Whafedale lads got together to take part in the very first Gathering Winter Fools relay organised by KCAC. And winter fools is what us spectators felt like after skating across the car park at Green Head school then standing in temperatures of 1 degree watching them set off. Regardless of the cold though, we were off to a great start with Christian Holmes and Dave Kirkham who set off at a right pace and came in joint with Bingley Harriers. Nick Charlesworth and Sam Watson then took over and had a challenge on their hands racing against the speedy Ian Holmes and Andy Jeb. However, regardless of Nick being up all night with an upset stomach, the duo had a great run and came in first. Next Paul Crabtree and Paul Carmen took over. They had a strong run against excellent opposition and came in an impressive second place. Last leg was the Chew brothers, where Stephen took great delight is dragging round Shaun who was suffering badly after a work's Christmas party the night before. They finished in second with an amazing 2 minutes lead concluding Wharfedale's fantastic run and securing over all second place for the team. A big thanks must go to Keighley who organised this great race and which will hopefully continue to be held for years to come.
Mytholmroyd - 11 December 2011
Stephen Chew Wins His First Race
Early news from this race is that Stephen Chew won it, with Kirt Livesey finishing third. The first lady was Sue Becconsall of Bingley
Harriers.
Angkor Wat International Half Marathon, Cambodia
4 December 2011
Nick Charlesworth, Sarah Martin and their friend Andy Fisher (adopted Wharfedaler for the day!) ran proudly with Wharfedale vests in the Angkor Wat International Half Marathon events in Cambodia on Sunday 4th December 2011. In 2009 all three had successfully run the half marathon event. This year the conditions were tough, the humidity was unbearable which meant the winning times were well off the record times. Nick again entered the half marathon and was 13th out of 1477 participants from all over the world. Sarah entered the 10K event due to the hamstring injury that has stopped her racing for over 3 months, and was 29th out of 451 women. Andy Fisher ran well too in the tough conditions, but doubt we will get him to join Wharfedale as he lives in Singapore!
David Staff Memorial Race - 27 November 2011
London Marathon 2012
Wharfedale Harriers have 2 places secured for the London Marathon in 2012. If anyone is interested in doing the London Marathon, please let Tamara Hemsley know (tamarahemsley@hotmail.co.uk or 07951 129786) by Wednesday 14th December. If more than two people are interested, then the names will be placed in a hat and the first two drawn out can have the entries.2012 Championship Races
English 2012
British 2012
| Class | Race | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Short | Lads Leap | 17 March |
| Medium | Coledale | 14 April |
| Long | Great Lakes | 16 June |
| Long | Borrowdale | 4 August |
| Short | Keilder Blast | 29 Sept |
British 2012
| Class | Area | Race | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medium | English | Coledale | 14 April |
| Short | Irish | Slieve Bearnagh | 12 May |
| Long | Scottish | Arrochar Alps | 7 July |
| Short | Welsh | Moel Wnion | 8 Sept |
Yorkshire Cross Country Championships - Saturday 7 January 2012
These will take place at Thornes Park, Wakefield. The times of the races are:U13 Girls 11.10am
U13 Boys 11.30am
U15 Girls 11.50am
U15 Boys 12.10pm
U17 Women 12.30pm
U17 Men 1.00pm
Senior Women 1.30pm
Junior Men 2.10pm
Senior Men 2.10pm
If any Juniors or Men would like to run - please let David Hird know on Davidjhird@madasafish.com or 07765 792807 and if any ladies would like to run please let Tamara Hemsley know on tamarahemsley@hotmail.com or 07951 129786 - by this Friday - 9th December. The cost is £4 for Junior and U17's and £5 for Senior.
West Yorkshire Cross Country League - Final Positions
James Hall is 17 Boys Champion
13 Boys - 1st Team
West Yorkshire Cross Country League, Thornes Park
4 December 2011
A first team place for the U13 boys and a 2nd place finish for James Hall are the highlights from these races. Catch up with all the
Wharfedale finishing positions below.
Wharfedale Finishing Positions
Bolton by Bowland Fell Race
4 December 2011
This race has a reputation for being wet and boggy and once more it lived up to its reputation. The early news is that the Wharfedalers finished as follows:
4 Ted Mason
6 Dave Kirkham
7 Lucas Payne (1st V40)
9 Christian Holmes
69 Thod Gibson
83 Rachel Hill
99 Brian Hugill
100 Lynn Whittaker (1st LV50)
162 ran.