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42 members took part in the inaugural Barrow Runners Equinox Handicap, running a 5K lap (and a half) of Quorn.

The RUNdown - 19th September 2021

From Rothley to Rutland and Equinox 24 in between plus a sterling effort by Barrow Kids who make their debut in RUNdown with the Prestwold Pretty Muddy Race & Equinox. Well done everyone, another week of great racing by Team Barrow.

The 'Run'down - 13th September 2021

This was a big week for Barrow Runners at the Great North Run, on an amended route for one year only! A big well done also goes out to Joel Payne, who was guide running for 89 miles to support his friend, Nick. Well done Joel!

The RUNdown - 5th September 2021

A busy weekend as the sun came out for the latest LRRL race at Desford and plenty more Barrow Runners across England and Wales.

The RUNdown - 30th August 2021

Parkrun took centre stage this weekend with plenty of folk flying the Barrow flag around the country, and there were PBs for Paul Bentley, Louise Kemp and Andrew Leates.

The RUNdown - 22nd August 2021

Great to see the Barrow colours being represented in all manor of events this past week. From crazy ultras, to the third league race in the LRRL reunion league with a hilly Launde 6 to lots of Parkrun turnouts.

The RUNdown, 16th August 2021

This weekend brought another strong parkrun presence from Barrow Runners, and personal bests for Sophie Noctor and Kathy Robinson!

The 'Run'down - 8th August 2021

The second league race in the LRRL reunion league took place this week, with an impressive Barrow turnout at the Joy Cann 5. Following an impressive Joy Cann result, Molly Hemmings went on to score a first lady position at Dishley Parkrun.

The RUNdown - 1st August 2021

Inspired by the Team GB Mixed Team Triathlon Relay Gold medal in the early hours of Saturday morning (led home by Loughborough based Alex Yee!), Barrow Runners took to the streets, parks and trails in force over the weekend.

The RUNdown - 25th July 2021

There were jubilant scenes across the nation this weekend as thousands took part in the first Parkrun events in England since early 2020, and Barrow Runners were keen to be at the heart of the action!

The RUNdown - 18th July 2021

Wow, what a scorcher…and plenty of Barrow Runners were out in the midday sun, with some very impressive running and well-earned refreshments to celebrate! Check out an incredible run at the Welsh 1000m Peaks Race by Toni O'Donovan!

The RUNdown - 11th July 2021

A busier week of racing including some brilliant ultra running achievements. Alex Toll was 7th overall (1st MV50) in the Lakeland Trails 55k and Rachel Anderson was 16th female in the Race to the Stones 50k.

The 'Run'down - 4th July 2021

A quieter week for racing, but there are still some Barrow success stories to be had!

The RUNdown - 27th June 2021

Today Barrow Runners proudly kicked off the LRRL with our 10K race at Prestwold.

The RUNdown - 20th June 2021

A quiet weekend for events but several folk took on all, or parts, of the self-guided Charnwood Clover Ultra.

The RUNdown - 13th June 2021

A weekend of extreme efforts with our running antics from a 5K to a 50M!

The RUNdown - 6th June 2021

Another weeks of some sterling efforts as events start to come to the fore

The RUNdown - 23rd May 2021

We are starting to see the return of some events and Barrow runners have been out in force.

The RUNdown - 18th April 2021

A special 'Run'down to celebrate the return to racing, there were PB's galore for Barrow at the Leicestershire Half Marathon.

Barrow Runners Mini Lockdown League

The Barrow Runners Mini Lockdown League starts on the 6th of Feb, with various distances and Easters Eggs up for grabs!

Barrow Runners Virtual Relay Take 2

On Saturday 28th November Barrow club put out 4 teams for a some lockdown virtual relay fun.

The RUNdown - Leicestershire 10K

A special one-off 'Run'down for the results of the Leicestershire 10K. There were PBs all around this weekend for Barrow in the socially distanced conditions!

The RUNdown - Virtual London Marathon

Congratulations to all our runners that pushed themselves to complete their virtual marathons. It has been a day of fantastic performances and a wonderful club spirit with lots of club mates running in support and cheering from the side.

Virtual Three Club Challenge 2020

Take part on our annual challenge against Stilton Striders and Wreake Runners. Run 5 miles (on or off road) anytime between Thursday 06 August and Wednesday 12 August, 9pm.

Barrow Runners Virtual Mad Mile #2

Times from the second virtual 'Mad Mile'. Great effort by 23 Barrow Runners.

LRRL Lockdown League Series

Represent your club in this Summer's virtual lockdown running series of six races. Barrow are currently second of the Northern Division after Race #5.

Barrow Runners Virtual Mad Mile #1

Times from our first virtual 'Mad Mile' over 5th to 7th May. Great effort by 30+ Barrow Runners.

InterClub Isolation Relays

Results for the 17 Barrow Teams that took part in Ivanhoe's successful InterClub Isolation Relays.

The RUNdown - 16th March 2020

Despite very few races running this weekend, there was success for Alex Toll who placed 9th overall at the Oundle 20 and a great result for Kevin Gamble in the Shrewsbury 10K

The RUNdown - 8th March 2020

On and off road racing this weekend: a good turn out at the second LRRL race of the year at Kibworth, a HM PB for Sarah at Cambridge, a 2nd place for Alex in muddy Peatling, a race distance PB for Amanda, and a 20M race for Nigel's marathon prep.

The RUNdown - 2nd March 2020

This weekend saw a brave group of members completing a very muddy Belvoir Challenge, and a record number of Parkrun tourists for the rare opportunity of a leap year Parkrun!

The RUNdown - 24th February 2020

The LRRL was off to a flying start this week at the Stilton 7, with Amber Lester securing an impressive third place for the team.

The RUNdown - 17th February 2020

Many events were adversely affected due to torrential rain & high winds from Storm Dennis. However, the Naseby 1645 run did go ahead & Kristie Matthiae & Vicki Carter-Bland battled the very challenging conditions to achieve sterling performances.

The RUNdown - 9th February 2020

A quieter weekend of racing for Barrow Runners, with some hardy souls out on the fells, and a scattered bunch of ParkRunners as far afield as Melbourne, Australia. Plus the #runwalkandtalk event around muddy Hoton.

The RUNdown - 3rd February 2020

A quiet racing weekend saw club performances up and down at the country at a host of parkruns – even making it to Barrow-in-Furness!

The RUNdown - 27th January 2020

A double dose of Cross County this weekend. First some great performances at the Midland Counties Championships, followed by a brilliant turnout at Grace Dieu (Club Champs), including several who were tackling XC for the first time!

The RUNdown - 20th January 2020

A quiet racing weekend allowed club members to focus mainly on Parkrun!

The RUNdown - 12th January 2020

A weekend for the off roaders with great performances at Martinshaw Woods in Derby Runner XC series, plus trail running Down Under.

The RUNdown - 6th January 2020

Happy new year and welcome to the first rundown of 2020! Team Barrow have started the year strongly with a silver medal for the ladies in the cross county, with many more achievements to come!

The RUNdown - 30th December 2019

Despite the enforced changes and very damp conditions, this year's Boxing Day Handicap went off very well. Many thanks to the brilliant organisers, helpers and splendid Marshalls - another great Team effort.

The RUNdown - 23rd December 2019

Well done to four intrepid runners who braved waist deep waters to conquer the Gaddesby Gallop on Sunday!

The RUNdown - 15th December 2019

A quieter weekend for the Barrow Runners as the season draws to an end. A contingent headed north for the Bolsover 10k, and there was plenty of local Parkrunning.

The RUNdown - 9th December 2019

Cross country season is well under way, with many having improved since their first race at Holly Hayes. Elsewhere we had a strong Barrow presence at the Turkey Trot, whilst Cheika put in a festive performance at Milton Keynes dressed as an elf!

The RUNdown - 2nd December 2019

A chilly weekend with folks getting in the festive mood at the Nottingham Christmas Half Marathon and local Santa Fun Runs, and probably even more running round the shops looking for bargains!

The RUNdown - 25th November 2019

This weekend saw strong performances in both the Clowne and Silverstone half marathons, plus a first V50 placing for Tim Hartley in the Benidorm 10K

The RUNdown - 17th November 2019

There was a fantastic 59 Barrow Runners out racing this weekend on trails, roads, and parkland. It was the first Derby Runner XC of the season over at Holly Hayes Woods, with the best Barrow team score ever!

The RUNdown - 11th November 2019

A very successful weekend for Barrow, with Ian Cox scoring second place in the Seagrave Challenge, and Emily Smith and Amber Lester securing first and second female at the Coalville 10K. Well done team Barrow – bring on the cross country victories!

The RUNdown - 4th November 2019

Shepshed 7 this weekend saw Alex Toll first home for Barrow. It was also good to see two of the Club's more senior runners taking part, namely Bill Phillips & Bob Aird. Bob has competed in this event since the first one in 2001, a great achievement.

The RUNdown - 28th October 2018

Whilst there were spooky goings on at the Skeleton Run and the Worksop Half, over in France, Helen James ran a superhuman 184 km and was placed fifth female at the Ultrarunners 24 Hour World Championships - congratulations Helen!

The RUNdown - 20th October 2018

The local Leicestershire 10K at Prestwold Hall was a happy PB hunting ground for Barrow Runners this weekend.

Cannock Chase Trail Half Marathon

25/09/2021

Robin Hood Half Marathon

26/09/2021

Rotherby 8

26/09/2021

Sheffield 10k

26/09/2021

Northampton half marathon

26/09/2021

Tuesday Club Training

28/09/2021