In pictures: Northstowe Running Festival proves a big hit
A range of courses greeted the runners at this year’s Northstowe Running Festival, which took place on Saturday (31 August).
A half marathon, 10k, 5k and family mile all provided a different challenge, and there was also food, drink and entertainment on offer.
Marcin Lis, founder and managing director of Northstowe Running Festival Events Ltd, said: “We were thrilled to welcome runners back to Northstowe and to introduce our new home at the Western Park Sports Pavilion.
“Over 700 participants took on one of the various distances, from a mile to a half marathon, with many running in support of our partner charities, Cambridge Care Network, Blue Smile, Cam Sight, and Cornerstone.
“For most half marathon runners, this was the first chance to experience the new footbridge and explore the newly-developed lakes.
“The atmosphere at the venue was buzzing, thanks to Matt Webb from Star Radio and the variety of activities available.
“The day concluded with a lively performance by Or Wot and an outdoor cinema under the stars.”
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The half marathon was won by William Radley, in a time of 1:14:59, with Neil Pollard (1:15:43) in second place and Ryan Wakefield (1:16:55) in third.
The first woman back in the half marathon was Melanie Staley, who finished 13th overall, with a time of 1:27:32.
The second-placed woman was Alice Whiley, in a time of 1:32:07, and in third was Rachel Arnott, with a time of 1:35:38.
In the 10k, Roy Ramon Pelegrin finished first overall, with a time of 36:12. Second was Matthew Flitton in 36:55, while George Pake came third, with a time of 39:29.
Chiyomi Ishida was the first female runner back, in a time of 40:08, finishing eighth overall, and she was followed by Alison Stewart (40:21) and Rachel Lindley (41:28).
Mark Sampson won the 5k, with a chip time of 16:58, with Adam Harris (17:59) in second place and Lukasz Golder (18:56) in third.
Sasha Suvorov was the first female runner home, finishing 14th overall with a time of 25:12. Gina Hurrell was the second female runner back, with a time of 25:38, and in third was Leah Pinney, in a time of 25:53.
For more information, visit northstowerunfest.co.uk.
