Jane Tomlinson Hull 10K

Hull played host to a new mass-participation running event on Sunday with the first Hull 10k road race.  One of a series of Run for All events in Yorkshire organised by the Jane Tomlinson Appeal charity, the race was a huge success.

More than three thousand pairs of feet pounded the pavements round the city centre and along the waterfront on the hottest day of the year so far.  Thousands of cheering spectators lined the route in the sunshine creating a carnival atmosphere.

Local club runners were in a minority as thousands of fundraisers made their debut at the 10km distance.  A small number of athletes from Beverley Athletic Club wanted to be part of this inaugural event and to test themselves on the twisting city centre course.

Steve Peacock was determined to do his best in such a big event in his home city.  He was shown on TV lining up at the start.  His front row position enabled him to have a clear run and he was delighted to finish in seventh position in 37.38.  Peacock explained that “It wasn’t a fast course due to the tight corners but there was a great atmosphere and excellent support from the crowds of spectators.”

Julie Donald completed the course in 43.34.  She was the first Beverley lady to finish and sixth lady overall.

There were 3249 finishers and the race was won by Matthew Hayes in 34.45.  The first lady finish was Harriet Canter in 37.58.

Beverley Athletic Club finishing times:
Steve Peacock 37.38; Neil Bant 42.26; Julie Donald 43.34; Chris Dunn 45.06; Neal Madden 46.23; Jed Holden 51.34; Colin Sleight 52.43; Jo Dewar 53.01; Jörg Hardege 59.10; John Boardley 1.09.44.

Photos courtesy of Dave Gowans of East Hull Harriers