A Muddy But Happy Start to a New Decade!
First time 'tourist' John Wikinson enjoys the first parkrun of 2020 on Wormwood Scrubs
I attended as a first time tourist and I was struck by the friendliness and low key nature of the event. The location was easy to find and has free parking, changing facilities and toilets. It was a mild, dry morning but the going was soft underfoot - much softer than I have experienced at a parkrun for some time. Given that a few of the regulars were running in football boots etc I think it’s safe to say that it is probably usually that way. We shared the space on this day with the Middlesex Cross-Country championships that were taking place here too.
There were a team of 11 volunteers without whom the event could not have happened and everyone was thankful for their work. Thanks go out to Ben Le Rougetel, Robert Ferguson, Frankie Lynch, Martin Black, Colm O’Sullivan, Nich Michael, Craig Gunn, Kirsten Kitchen, Charlotte Hatfield, Marion and Fraser Brydson. Please consider volunteering yourself from time to time.
From a field of 143, first woman home was Lucy Taylor in 25:09. First male was Thomas Adamo in 20:11. Congratulations go out to David Beech of Steel City Striders who completed his 250th parkrun on this occasion. New PBs were obtained by Dominic Wallace, Josh Hallam and Francesca Warren.
All in all a great start to the twenties and everyone had a muddy but happy time!
John Wilkinson
Do you want to know more about the parkrun or join the runners on Wormwood Scrubs? They answer your questions here:
What is Wormwood Scrubs parkrun?
It is a 5km run - it's you against the clock.
When is it?
Every Saturday at 9am.
Where is it?
It's run in Wormwood Scrubs Park, Shepherd's Bush, London. See Course page for more details.
What does it cost to join in?
Nothing - it's free! but please register before your first run. Only ever register with parkrun once. Don't forget to bring a printed copy of your barcode (request a reminder). If you forget it, you won't get a time.
How fast do I have to be?
We all run for our own enjoyment. Please come along and join in whatever your pace!
Wormwood Scrubs parkrun needs you!
It is entirely organised by volunteers - email wormwoodscrubshelpers@parkrun.com to help.
January 13, 2020