Addingham Gala fell race

Up & Running once again supported the Addingham Gala fell race on Saturday. This is real grass roots race support. The Gala had not had a fell race for over 20 years, and when it was decided to revive the great tradition of racing up the local hill, Beamsley Beacon, Up & Running lent a hand with race numbers, tape, and a generous range of prizes. In that first year there were just 43 runners, but the reputation of the race has spread and this year 73 runners sprinted off round the Gala field to the cheering throngs.
All 73 finished the tough course, after 6 miles with 1000' of climb. Last year's race starter, MP Kris Hopkins, joined in this year (let's just say he was the first MP in the race). At the sharp end, there were new records set by Martin Gosling of Leeds City and Emma Barclay of Ilkley Harriers. Full results and photos http://ilkleyharriers.co.uk/index.php?page=adgala