Otterton Reindeer Run
On Saturday morning, ORC Lucy Skye took part in the Otterton Reindeer run, coming in as second lady in the 10k in a time of 49:21. The Otterton Reindeer Run is a cross-
country race and fun run raising money for community projects in the village. The event consists of a 3km fun run and a 10km multi-terrain run through the stunning scenery of the Otter Valley. The course is mainly off-road with some sections on quiet lanes which are largely traffic free.
Fairytale of Newquay
Also on Saturday, 7 December festive dressed ORC’s (5 human and 2 dogs) took part in the Fairytale of Newquay, 15ish miles along the coast path between Newquay and Harlyn Bay. 2 of the ORC’s, Sarah and Molly decided that they loved the views so much so that once they reached Harlyn, they turned around and ran back! They finished their epic ultra together in 6:19.
After a coach ride from Newquay, Kathryn ran the long half back from Harlyn, finishing in 4:00 .
Keeley teaming up with Loki came 7th overall and 5th female in 3:25 and Carole with Scoobie came 3rd overall and 1st female in 2:36 in the canicross version.
It’s a stunning route with views around every headland and over every hill and
definitely recommended. The sun shone for most of the day, the sea and sky were blue, and the ground was mainly dry underfoot. There was a very festive feel to the event with many Santa hats and festive outfits.
Thanks to Purple Gecko events for such a great day out. It was a lovely surprise for the ORC’s to see fellow ORC Matt helping out at the aid station. The date for next year has just been announced as 13 December and it’s been suggested that we get a large, festive ORC contingent to take part.
Parkrun Milestone- BIG 250
On Saturday morning, Jane Richardson completed her 250th parkrun at her local Simmonds Park parkrun, a truly amazing achievement. Jane said “250th parkrun. Done it, finally! Ever since my first parkrun I’ve been a big fan of the 5k Saturday morning run, but until this October, when parkrun came to Simmons Park , I had to travel 12 or 20 plus miles to get to one. Well done everyone who made it possible to get parkrun in Okehampton and well done all those who volunteer each weekend to make it happen. Just in time Simmons Park became the venue for my milestone 250th run (29.18
mins)”. There were perfect conditions for the big 250 with it being calm and dry in comparison to the recent storms.
Jane was surprised by her brother on Saturday, who had made a 5am start to be
there on his sisters special occasion.
