Red Rose Road Runners began their Championship year with the Inskip Half Marathon. Early morning conditions were icy but after road gritting and sterling work from the organisers and the intrepid marshalls the race went ahead with 44 Red Rose competitors. An impressive time of 1.22.32 from Ben Donoghue saw…
Grand Day Out to Helsby 4 Villages Half Marathon
Red Rose had another ‘Grand Day Out’ this weekend. A coachful of 37 runners and their supporters made an early start to the Helsby 4 Villages Half Marathon. Bright and cool conditions were ideal for this popular race with 1800 finishers. Chip timing was welcome as the narrow start delayed…
Great Results at Inskip Half Marathon
Red Rose Runners showed team spirit and encouragement is at the heart of a good day at the races. 13 club members saw great results at the Inskip Half Marathon. Dave Maudsley continued his quiet progress with a great sub 90 minute performance in a time of 1.29.46, well ahead…
Blustery start to the 2012 Club Championship
At the Inskip Half Marathon Red Rose began their 2012 Club Championship. The blustery winds were a constant problem for all the runners for the first 10 miles. Several races within the race developed between club members. Ken Addison got the better of Joe Swarbrick pulling away at the half…