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Monthly Archives: December 2023
John O’Groats to Lands End: Guy Goodair’s fascinating reminiscence
Enormous praise is due to Guy Goodair for providing this end-of-year treat- a fascinating insider insight into the 1960 John O’Groats to Lands End race, which we alluded to in our tribute to Beryl Randle. Guy begins the wonderful tale. … Continue reading
Posted in History
Tagged 1960, Beryl Randle, Billy Butlin, Jim Musgrave, John Grundy Wakefield Harriers, John O'Groats - Lands End, Wendy Lewis
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Beryl Randle RIP – one of our sport’s great characters
Beryl Randle, born on the 16th of December 1928, was one of our sport’s great characters and a pioneer in terms of women’s race walking. The following tribute is based on a touching post from Birchfield Harriers, the athletics club … Continue reading
Posted in History, News
Tagged Beryl Randle, Birchfield Harriers, John O'Groats - Lands End, World Record holder
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Yet another December Virtual 5 kilometre club event
Following the unfortunate cancellation of the Dick Maxwell trophy race on December 2nd, it has been agreed that we organise a December Virtual 5 kilometres in addition to that envisaged for January. Both will count in the overall Club Handicap … Continue reading