Portishead Running Club News

Christmas party date announced

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2011-10-01T16:31:53+01:00

This year the club Christmas do and awards ceremony will be held on Monday 12th December.

Portishead and Weston team up for relay

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2011-07-12T22:11:02+01:00

A combined Portishead and Weston AC team took second place at the final Sri Chinmoy Eastville Park race of the season.

Matt takes second place in Towpath

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2011-08-30T22:01:15+01:00

Matt continued his habit of being first loser in the 2011 GWR Towpath Series.

Ann qualifies for 2012 London Marathon

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2011-09-12T21:58:32+01:00

Ann’s summer of training paid off on Sunday, when she managed to achieve the Championship qualifying time of 1:30 by 12 seconds.

Judy wins category at Bristol Half

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2011-09-12T21:54:17+01:00

Well done to Judy Orme who won her age category at the 2011 Bristol Half Marathon.

Good results in the wet at Towpath

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2011-07-11T21:39:58+01:00

The club secured 3rd and 5th at the 3rd Towpath 10k on Friday

Another good performance in the Cotswolds

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2011-06-27T21:57:44+01:00

The club entered another team in the day-long Cotswold Way Relay, achieving a big improvement in overall position.

Carnival Mile goes ahead in the wet

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2011-06-18T19:27:00+01:00

Despite the odd monsoon, the race went ahead, and a new course record was set.

Club now on Facebook

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2011-06-18T07:12:35+01:00

The club now has a group on the popular social networking site, Facebook.

Good turnout at Tyntesfield

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2011-05-30T21:23:01+01:00

The club entered 15 runners in the inaugural Tyntesfield 10k.

New PB for Helen in Edinburgh

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2011-05-23T21:15:16+01:00

Congratulations to Helen Tunnicliff who finished the Edinburgh Half Marathon in tough conditions.

Podium places for club members at Whitebrook

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2011-05-23T21:06:02+01:00

Two club runners finished in the top three of their categories at the first Whitebrook Windup Half Marathon.

Reports from Spring marathons

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2011-05-07T13:44:48+01:00

Club members have already taken part in several marathons this spring, with a couple more to go...

Double silver at Burnham

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2011-04-10T19:23:47+01:00

Portishead took silver in both the male and female categories at the Burnham 5k Winter Series.

Club team at Swimathon

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2011-03-28T19:04:31+01:00

Once again the club entered a team at the annual Portishead Swimathon.

New dates added to calendar

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2011-03-26T16:09:13+00:00

The dates of social runs, training runs and social events for the next few months have been added to the calendar.

Recent race results

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2011-03-26T15:50:49+00:00

Well done to everyone who has taken part in races over the past few weeks. We’ve been busy collecting the results and putting them on-line.

Date of the 2011 Carnival Mile announced

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2011-01-26T11:55:13+00:00

The race will be held on Saturday 18th June.

Date of the 2011 Multiterrain announced

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2011-01-21T11:52:35+00:00

The 2011 event will be held on Sunday 25th September.

Some changes to the site

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2011-01-15T16:07:17+00:00

A few minor updates have been carried out, in particular with the maps of local races.

Photos from the Hangover 10k now available.

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2011-01-14T16:04:23+00:00

Charlotte has sent us some excellent photos taken by Bob (the guy with the camera that’s bigger than him).

Final results and tables from 2010 available

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2010-12-29T17:57:42+00:00

All the race results we have from 2010 have been totted up and are now on-line.

Big turnout at Clevedon Boxing Day race

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2010-12-27T17:47:56+00:00

Sixteen club runners took part in the popular post-Christmas event on a revised course.

2010 Christmas Do

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2010-12-14T22:23:15+00:00

The 2010 club Christmas party was held at the Lockhouse Lounge on the Esplanade. Food and drink were consumed, and prizes awarded.

Photos from first winter cross country available

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2010-12-02T20:41:24+00:00

A few photos from the icy social run in the Mendips are now on the site.

Matt first loser in Military 10k

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2010-11-06T21:29:38+00:00

I don’t like to blow my own trumpet, but...

Jane and Mike complete another treble marathon

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2010-11-11T21:23:36+00:00

Well done to Jane Roscoe and Mike Robbins who slogged through a mind-blowing series of three marathons in three days along the Welsh coast

Science corner

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2010-10-22T20:24:57+01:00

A white-coated science-type has apparently worked out how not to hit the wall when running marathons.

Plenty of PBs at the Prom

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2010-10-21T20:13:35+01:00

Four runners managed a personal best time in a slightly wet and windy Prom Run in Weston Super Mare on Tuesday, so congratulations to them all, plus everyone who took part.

Final Multiterrain results now available

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2010-10-08T16:14:26+01:00

We’ve now had time to review the finish line video and make sure that we have recorded everyone.

Provisional results from 2010 Multi-Terrain available

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2010-09-29T22:07:00+01:00

The first draft of results and a lot of un-sorted photos are now available on the site.

Steve takes part in unique coastal relay

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2010-09-24T21:41:03+01:00

Steve Reid has run along a big chunk of the coastline of Britain, as part of a half-year long relay.

2010 club championship table now available

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2010-09-12T18:08:34+01:00

After long delays caused by its shear complexity, the PRC Club Championship scores are now on-line.

Good turnout and a few PBs in Bristol Half Marathon

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2010-09-07T21:01:35+01:00

A total of 22 Portishead runners took part in Sunday’s Bristol Half Marathon in damp conditions, with seven personal bests according to our records. Well done to everyone who took part or turned out to support.

Photos from Scavenger Hunt available

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2010-08-30T22:21:15+01:00

The ‘evidence’ photos from the first Scavenger Hunt have been scanned and are available on the web site.

Severn Bridge social run

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2010-08-30T20:12:12+01:00

The next social run is a loop of the old Severn Bridge on Tuesday 31st August.

Fourth Splash and Dash of the summer held

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2010-08-28T13:36:47+01:00

The fourth event of the summer was held in damp conditions on Thursday. Full results are now available.

PRC members take part in first Portishead Triathlon

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2010-08-24T13:29:31+01:00

A handful of club members expanded their horizons by entering the inaugural Portishead Triathlon.

Five new PBs at Mob Match

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2010-07-23T09:09:04+01:00

Well done to everyone who tool part in the GWR Towpath Mob Match, especially the five who managed personal bests.

Mob match recruitment

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2010-07-15T22:34:30+01:00

The annual Towpath ‘Mob Match’ is to be held on the 23rd July and PRC are hoping to enter a team.

Podium finishes for PRC in Eastville Park

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2010-07-14T21:00:34+01:00

The club repeated its successes of last year in the bizarrely named but very well-organised and friendly Sri Chinmoy Self Transcendence Races in Eastville Park.

Carnival mile final results and videos now available

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2010-06-27T14:11:41+01:00

The results have been checked, and the videos have been chopped into manageable chunks and put on You Tube.

Decent debut for Portishead in Cotswold Relay

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2010-06-27T12:33:14+01:00

A team of ten club runners took part in a gruelling 103 mile relay across the beautiful Cotswolds on the hottest day of the year, coming in a respectable 10th out of the 34 mixed teams.

More PBs at Nailsea

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2010-06-23T11:50:28+01:00

A couple of PRC runners achieved personal best times on the hilly and hot Nailsea 10k 2010.

On-line entry for the 2010 Multi-Terrain is now open

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2010-06-20T10:01:15+01:00

The race will be held on September 26th, 2010.

First Carnival Mile a success

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2010-06-19T09:57:37+01:00

The first Portishead Carnival Mile took place on Saturday 19th June.

19 club runners complete Black Horse race

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2010-06-05T18:29:37+01:00

Prizes too, for first woman to Ann Singer and first FV50 to Sally Parsons!

Two club runners complete a hot Edinburgh Marathon

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2010-05-28T17:03:30+01:00

Well done to Jane Roscoe and Mike Robbins who managed to complete the 26.2 miles in unseasonably warm conditions.

Portishead Triathlon Announced

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2010-05-21T18:15:01+01:00

Not one of ours, but there is a triathlon taking place in Portishead on August 22nd.

Round the Coast Relay has started

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2010-05-21T17:37:22+01:00

This epic relay around the UK coast is now 10 days (350 miles) in.

Prizes for PRC women at final Prom Run

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2010-05-20T17:29:56+01:00

Congratulations to Laura and Charlie who came second in their categories over the entire 2009-10 series.

Results from Bristol 10k

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2010-05-09T15:22:23+01:00

Several runners from the club took part in the popular Bristol 10k in ideal conditions.

Linda wins category at Long Ashton

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2010-05-04T15:01:09+01:00

Congratulations to Linda Foley who won her age category in the tough Long Ashton 10k.

Five club members complete London Marathon

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2010-04-26T16:22:08+01:00

Congratulations to Jon Bonner, Matt Crocker, Simon Faulkner, Pete Orme and Simon McCahon who finished the 30th London Marathon.

Club AGM to be held on May 13th

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2010-04-18T18:38:04+01:00

The Annual General Meeting will be held at the Ship Inn at 8pm.

Cheddar Chase announced

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2010-04-18T18:31:54+01:00

A new event, ‘The Cheddar Chase’ will be held on Sunday 16th May, in the famous local gorge.

First Portishead Carnival Mile developing a life of its own

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2010-04-16T18:25:52+01:00

The plans for the inaugural event have made the Bristol Evening Post.

Black Horse Dash back on

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2010-04-16T18:14:04+01:00

The popular Black Horse Dash race, allegedly cancelled due to ‘ealf ’n’ safety reasons is back and will be run on May 27th 2010.

Two club runners complete Jurassic Coastal Challenge

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2010-04-04T18:07:00+01:00

Congratulations to Bob and Laura Croker who completed the gruelling 3-day Jurassic Coastal Challenge along the south coast.

Final details of Swimathon announced

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2010-03-14T11:03:26+00:00

The 2010 Portishead Swimathon is taking place on March 27th at the Parish Wharf pool.

Jane completes Tokyo marathon

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2010-03-14T10:53:21+00:00

Congratulations to Jane Roscoe who completed the Tokyo Marathon in a time of 4:07.

Final photos from 2009 Multiterrain added to site

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2010-03-14T10:43:02+00:00

The final batch of photos from the 2009 event have been put on-line.

New charities page added

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2010-03-08T22:15:11+00:00

A new page has been added to the site listing charities that need support and who have places available in forthcoming races.

Run around the coast of Britain

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2010-02-19T07:54:09+00:00

A plan is afoot to run a relay around the UK coast. It would be great if PRC members could get involved in a local (or not so local) stage.

Bristol 10k and Half Marathon training days announced

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2010-02-19T07:50:14+00:00

Places are now being reserved for the 2010 Bristol 10k and Half Marathon training days.

Chris completes Marrakesh Half

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2010-02-07T10:50:43+00:00

Chris Houlden has taken part in the 2010 Marrakesh Half Marathon in Morocco. Certainly makes a change from Prom Runs.

Club runner shows other talents

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2010-02-03T21:13:31+00:00

Club member Paul Black will be demonstrating his singing skills at the Lockhouse Lounge on Thursday 11th February.

Date for 2010 Multiterrain set

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2010-02-03T21:06:16+00:00

The 2010 Portishead Multi-terrain Event will be held on September 26th.

Thursday's training cancelled

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2010-01-07T17:50:01+00:00

Due to the icy conditions, there will be no club training session on Thursday night (7th January).

Details of Forest of Dean trail series released

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2010-01-06T19:20:52+00:00

We have been sent details of the final two of the Forest of Dean Trail Series, to be held on January 10th (weather permitting) and February 21st.

Entries for 2010 Tow Path series now open

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2010-01-06T19:16:57+00:00

Entries for this popular series of 10k runs are now open.

Final 2009 results available

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2010-01-03T18:20:13+00:00

The results of the final races of 2009 have now been published on the site.

2009 club awards announced

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2009-12-09T21:37:34+00:00

The 2009 Portishead Running Club awards were announced at the Christmas Meal on Monday 7th December.

Future Olympian born

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2009-11-24T19:21:15+00:00

Congratulations to Helen who has given birth to a girl, named Chloe. Mother and baby are doing well.

Four club runners survive Sodbury Slog

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2009-11-10T22:36:13+00:00

Four PRC runners struggled through the mud at this year’s Slog, over a changed route.

Training routes now available

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2009-11-23T22:31:54+00:00

New routes for Tuesdays and Thursdays have been proposed to ease the boredom.

Two new PBs at Stroud

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2009-11-03T21:31:07+00:00

Laura Croker and Matt Crocker both set new PBs at Stroud on Sunday.

New club marathon record set

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2009-10-26T19:50:09+00:00

Congratulations to Steve James who set a new personal best and club record for the marathon at Abingdon.

Club runner wins Eden Marathon

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2009-10-20T21:07:06+01:00

Congratulations to Ann who won the women’s race at the Eden Marathon.

Runners set new club record in Oldbury 10 mile race

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2009-10-06T20:47:20+01:00

Six PRC members took part in the Oldbury Power Station 10 mile race on Sunday, setting a new club best for the distance.

Portishead duo complete epic treble marathon challenge

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2009-10-06T20:35:12+01:00

Congratulations to Jane Roscoe and Mike Robbins on completing the gruelling Atlantic Coast Challenge, with three full marathons in three days.

Final results from Multi-terrain available

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2009-09-27T20:53:34+01:00

The results have now been checked, and we think we’ve ironed out any wrinkles.

Photos from Multi-terrain now available

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2009-09-26T08:22:47+01:00

All the pictures from the event have now been collected and sorted into categories. They can be found here.

Provisional results from Multi-terrain available

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2009-09-20T19:32:42+01:00

The results from the 5k and 10k races have now been collated and are available on the Multiterrain page. Congratulations to all the runners and thanks to everyone who helped organise the day.

Club results from first Prom Run available

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2009-09-19T12:42:03+01:00

Fifteen Portishead runners took part in the first of the annual Weston Prom Runs. Results are now available.

First splash and dash a success

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2009-09-16T21:09:59+01:00

The event was a great success, and everyone that attended said they enjoyed it. It went down so well that we are going to do it again next Monday (22nd September).

Bristol Half Marathon results available

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2009-09-07T10:32:04+01:00

Congratulations to everyone who took part in the race this year, in particular Tim who managed to shave an impressive 3 minutes off his personal best!

Splash and dash

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2009-09-05T09:51:50+01:00

A training night with a difference for local clubs, to be held on Monday 14th September at the Portishead open air pool.

Social run

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2009-09-05T09:48:45+01:00

The next club social run will take place on Thursday 10th September from the Royal.

Multiterrain volunteers meeting

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2009-09-05T09:44:39+01:00

The Multiterrain is approaching. There will be a meeting for everyone who has volunteered on Monday 7th September.

Portishead Multiterrain Event 2009

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2009-08-31T19:16:57+01:00

We are pleased to announce the seventh Multi-Terrain Run and Family Fun Run event, held at the Portishead Lake Grounds.

Portishead victory in Towpath series

mattcrocker@f2s.com — 2009-08-31T19:14:16+01:00

Congratulations to Laura Croker who won her category in the 2009 Great Western Runners Towpath series.