Saturday 15th September saw two teams from Ellesmere Port take part in the 8th North West Counties Road Relays in Sefton Park, Liverpool.  The two teams went into the event with high hopes, spurred on after last year's success in gaining 3rd-place in Cheshire.  The 5.3K twisting 2-lap course made for some very competitive running, which the boys in Orange were more than willing to take on.  With excellent times posted by runners in both teams, demonstrates that the club continues to go from strength to strength. 
The ‘A’ team comprising of Stephen Laker, Steve Crowe, Ian Cooper, & Simon Jeffs secured Silver in the Cheshire category, with a collective time of 70:30, behind Vale Royal (68:37).  The ‘B’ team comprising of Denis Duret, Matthew Whitfield, Danny Legg & Chris Marshall finished in 32nd place overall out of 51 teams with a combined time of 77:02.  With runners returning to form after injury, the emergence of new talent, and the ever-increasing ability shown throughout the club, it will not be too long before the club secures Gold in this competition.

Summer Multi-Terrain League - RACE 2 Harrison Drive

The action for the second round of this weekly event switched from the trails of Royden Park to beach & sand dunes of Wallasey. Many had run Lake Vrynwy half Marathon two days earlier, however, this did not stop them from posting some great times in this strength sapping race. First home, with another fine performance in this series, was Ian Cooper in 11th place (24:47).   Closely followed by Denis Duret (25:31), Keith Jones (25:58), and talented new recruit Gary Bird (26:06), Matt Whitfield (27:32), Mike Burns (28:14), Danny Legg (28:45), and Roy Traynor (30:18).  First Lady for the club was Alison MacDonald (31:43), followed by and making a welcome return from injury was Madeleine Bird (35:32), and Nigel Crierie (38:56) completed this impressive club turnout.

5th Anniversary Celebration

Ellesmere Port running club is now in its 5th year and since its humble beginnings as Rivacre Runners & Joggers in 1986 has gone from strength to strength.  To mark the anniversary of the club becoming Ellesmere Port running club, they are holding a celebration evening at the Oak Room, Whitby sports and social club, on Friday 21st September.  The band, OUT OF ORDER, will be the highlight to the night’s festivities.  All friends and family of the club, both new and old are invited. Tickets are on sale for £5 and are available from club members or by contacting webmaster@ellesmereportrunningclub.org.uk

Beginners' sessions

Finally, anyone wishing to join the club whether beginner or competent runner, we meet at the Whitby Sports and Social Club on Tuesdays and Fridays at 6.45pm to commence running at 7pm and welcome all abilities in a fun and friendly atmosphere.

In addition, we are currently holding a beginner’s night on Wednesday nights starting at 7:00pm (meeting at 6:55).  Anyone who’s never ran before, feels scared to join a club for fear of lack of ability, or has simply never thought of the benefits of running, this is the class for you.  Starting at the easiest level, EPRC coaches will be there for you to start you on your journey of jogging and fitness.  For further information, please do not hesitate to contact webmaster@ellesmereportrunningclub.org.uk for further details.