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We are delighted to return to High Lodge for our third winter CaniCross series. ๐พ
Race One: Sunday 10th November 2024
Race Two: Sunday 1st December 2024 (FESTIVE THEME)
Race Three Sunday 19th January 2025
All three races are now available to book via our website. www.rawtrails.co.uk
Entries are capped to 115 participants per race so please book early to avoid disappointment!
We canโt wait to see you there! ๐๐พ
The final total is in, and we raisedโฆ.. ยฃ188 for St Nicholas Hospice! ๐
A huge thank you to Raw Trails Events for having me along, everyone who donated and a massive well done to all who raced too ๐
Thank you to Hannah Tabram for providing some much needed sports massage therapy, for those of you who were unable to donate to her charity due poor wifi signal, please find her link here ( all donations much appreciated )
https://www.justgiving.com/page/hannah-tabram-1710708729180
Thank you!!
Our racesโ success hinges on the incredible support from our team of volunteers. We want to extend a BIG thank you to Jim Spillett, Tracie Emerson, Sian Turner-Gilbert, Malcolm Mapston, Courtney Mapston, Sally Mapston, Hannah Tabram, Martin & Ellie Godfrey, Paul Young, Simon Reed, and Chris James for their generous contribution of time.
We would also like to express our gratitude to the High Lodge team for allowing use of their stunning venue and for their support during the event.
Last but certainly not least, a HUGE thank you to all of you for backing our trail races!
A big thank you to Creative Nomadz for capturing all the exciting moments in the forest! You can download your images for free by clicking on the link provided. Remember to tag and share your photos with us using โ we truly enjoy seeing your running adventures being shared!
VIEW RACE IMAGES:
https://creativenomadzltd.pixieset.com/rawtrailshighlodgehalf-spring/
Congratulations on finishing the High Lodge Half Marathon yesterday!
We do hope you enjoyed a wonderful morning in the forest! ๐ฒ
A big shoutout to our speedy podium finishers!
Male
1st Jack Bartle 1:29:02.2
2nd Matt Thomas 1:29:35.0
3rd Jack Walker 1:38:04.7
Female
1st Emese Bartha 1:40:51.8
2nd Emma Corbett 1:45:01.9
3rd Zib Gotto 1:45:21.4
VIEW FULL RACE RESULTS:
https://raceclocker.com/db899df7
We would be super grateful for some extra race marshals to help at High Lodge Half Marathon on Sunday 24th March.
Positions and timing vary. Volunteers receive a free race place at any of our Raw Trails events.
If you are able to help please drop us a DM
Thank you! ๐
On behalf of Kings Forest CaniCross we would like to thank you for joining us at the Kings K9 Caper today ๐พ
Congratulations to everyone who completed the course, results can be found here: www.raceclocker.com/93b4b100
Special shout out to our podium finishers:
Overall
1st Kate Harman 18:43.8
2nd Adam Hales 19:00.4
3rd Chris James 19:38.2
Open Male One Dog
1st Austin Pannel 20:22.9
2nd Iain Roy 20:26.6
3rd Robin Harrison Harrison 20:51.8
Open Female One Dog
1st Amber Dickson 20:12.2
2nd Fran Cole 22:22.1
3rd Amy Vallis 22:50.0
Masters 40-59 Male One Dog
1st Adam Hales 19:00.4
2nd Chris James 19:38.2
3rd Greg Ruffle 20:40.6
Masters 40-59 Female One Dog
1st Kate Harman 18:43.8
2nd Rachael Leah 19:58.6
3rd Isobel Gowers 21:55.1
Veterans 60+ Male One Dog
1st Chris Chorley 21:47.8
2nd Alan Barnard 24:05.2
3rd Peter Adams 35:09.0
Veterans 60+ Female One Dog
1st Sarah Connell 24:03.9
2nd Diane Potter 25:33.2
3rd Bobbie Sauerzapf 29:21.0
Open Female Two Dogs
1st Eleanor Lake 26:14.5
2nd Samantha Shepherd 26:20.3
3rd Dorota Donigiewicz 33:55.3
Open Male Two Dogs
1st Ed Hunt 19:58.5
Masters 40-59 Female Two Dogs
1st Cathryn Thomas 28:38.2
2nd Nicola Smith 29:13.7
3rd Michelle Todd 29:59.1
Masters 40-59 Male Two Dogs
1st Trevor Walker 22:01.6
2nd Graham Cooper 24:02.8
3rd Chris Hurcomb 29:58.8
Thanks to Basil Thornton and team for capturing all the race action today.
Images are now available to view via the following link: http://www.basilthorntonphotography.com/gallery.html
Images have been placed into two albums, the first album includes the race, the second include awards and after-race images. A Bib search function should be available from tomorrow.
Thank you to Kings Forest Canicross for inviting us to host this race for you all today and for providing the wonderful volunteers and doggy treats.
A continued thank you to the team at High Lodge for allowing use of their beautiful venue - we hear weโre gaining a reputation for being the fastest 5k canicross course in the UK!! ๐ฅ
We hope you all enjoy a great spring / summer and look forward to seeing you next season!
From the team at Raw Trails
(Jim, Tracie, Chris & Kelly)
Our Spring High Lodge Half Marathon is proving very popular this year - obviously due to our stunning forest venue ๐ฒthe charming events team โบ๏ธ and absolutely nothing to do with London Marathon being four weeks later weโre sure! ๐คจ
Canโt wait to see you all! ๐
Excited to announce the splashy Lavenham Old Railway 10K will return next year on Sunday February 2nd 2025.
This race is capped at 200 participants so get booked on early to avoid missing out! ๐โโ๏ธ๐ฆ๐
www.rawtrails.co.uk
Disclaimer: Itโs wet, muddy and you may need flippers! ๐โโ๏ธ๐
A big shout-out to Aaron from Epic Action Imagery for capturing all the fun! You can now download your images for FREE using the link below.
Feel free to tag and share your photos with us using โ we absolutely love seeing your running adventures shared!
VIEW RACE IMAGES: https://www.epicactionimagery.com/Raw-Trails-Events/Lavenham-10K-2024
Thank you!
The success of our races relies on the support of our fantastic team of volunteers. Weโd like to say a HUGE thank you to Jim Spillett, Chris James, Malcolm Mapston, Courtney Mapston, Chris Woolener, Kirsty White, Adam Rist, Tom Bigg, Chris Exley, Amber Dickson & John Dickson for generously offering their time today.
Weโd also like to extend our thanks to Lavenham Village Hall for allowing use of their venue and a massive thank you to each and every one of you for supporting our trail races!
Coming up next: The High Lodge Half Marathon scheduled for March 24th. We look forward to having you join us!
The Raw Trails Team
Huge congratulations to all participants who successfully completed the Lavenham 10K trail race today!
Your enthusiasm on the trails, especially along the old railway line, has been a genuine inspiration.
Special kudos to our swift podium finishers!
Male
1st Jonathan Gamble 37:41.1 (New Course Record)
2nd Dominic Hazell-evans 41:01.4
3rd Ben Campbell 42:17.9
Female
1st Laura Blazey 44:01.3 (New Course Record)
2nd Cerys Bithell 50:19.1
3rd Anna Kocinska 50:37.2
VIEW FULL RACE RESULTS: https://raceclocker.com/29907590
Thank you to Andrew from Epic Action Imagery for capturing all the fun! Images are now available to download for FREE from the link below.
Please tag and share your pics with us we love to see your running team antics!
VIEW RACE IMAGES: https://www.epicactionimagery.com/Raw-Trails-Events/Canicross-January-2024
Thank you!
Our races wouldnโt happen without the help of our fantastic team of volunteers. Weโd like to say a HUGE thank you to Jim Spillett, Tracie Emerson, Chris James, Gill Walker, Janet Swaddling, Hannah Tabram, Nick Chan, Len Marten, Zac & Bonnie
Weโd also like to extend our thanks to High Lodge for allowing use of their beautiful venue and to YOU for supporting the Canicross events.
We are back at High Lodge for The Kings K9 Caper (hosted by Kings Forest Canicross) on February 17th. This event has sold out and we have also reached capacity for the wait list, which is now closed.
Please keep an eye out for next seasons Canicross events.
We hope to see you there!
The Raw Trails Team
Congratulations to our incredible CaniCross runners for conquering the forest trails in todayโs 5K adventure! The boundless energy of your four-legged companions make these events truly special. ๐๐จ
Special congratulations to our speedy podium finishers:
Female
1st Chloe Connell 16:10.1
2nd Natalie Pannell 18:29.5
3rd Kate Harman 19:58.0
Male
1st John B***y 18:40.5
2nd Duncan Fraser 18:41.9
3rd Owen Thom 19:09.2
VIEW FULL RACE RESULTS:
https://raceclocker.com/ced4657d
Age Categories for your Info:
Open 17-39 | Master 40-59 | Veteran 60+
We were grinning from ear to ear seeing you power through a muddy Let it Stow in your awesome costumes - way to show off that festive spirit! Thanks for making it a morning to remember. โ๏ธ๐
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Thanks to Aaron from Epic Action Imagery for capturing all the festive fun! Images are now available to download for FREE from the link below.
Please tag and share your pics with us we love to see your running team antics!
https://www.epicactionimagery.com/Raw-Trails-Events/Let-it-Stow-Half-Marathon-2023
Our races wouldnโt happen without the help of our fantastic team of volunteers. Weโd like to say a HUGE thank you to Jim, Tracie, Simon, Ellie, Peter, Chris, Rachel, Roger, Sue, Martin, Casey, Terrie, Courtney, Sally & Malcolm
Weโd also like to extend our thanks to Chilton Fields Rugby Club for allowing use of their venue.
Thanks again for supporting our events - we hope you all enjoy a peaceful Christmas and wish you a happy and healthy new year!
The Raw Trails Team ๐
Wow, you totally rocked an epic muddy Let it Stow Half Marathon today! Congratulations to all our finishers!
Special mention to our podium finishes:
Male
1st Matt Webster 1:28:56.
2nd John Reed 1:30:17.
3rd Jonathan Mann 1:36:46.
Female
1st Alison Armstrong 1:39:07.
2nd Anna Douglas 1:42:57.
3rd Kate Gooding 1:48:13.
Full results can be found here:
https://raceclocker.com/222a246e?EIDK=222a246e
Or on website (link in bio)
We are all set for Let it Stow Half Marathon! โ๏ธโ๏ธ
As mentioned in your race information the route is super muddy so please do wear trail shoes and take extra care!
As always weโve marked the route with yellow arrows and red and white tape. Continue straight unless a sign or tape tell you otherwise! For extra reassurance you can download the route onto your devices.
At the start please follow the tape along the edge of the fields - no cutting corners! Weโre watching! ๐
Our photographer will be in the woods around mile 1.5 at which point you will be utterly filthy ๐คฉ๐
Donโt forget to dig out the tinsel and bring lots of festive cheer!
See you in the morning!
Registration opens at 8am โ๏ธ
Weโre looking forward to welcoming you to Stowmarket on Sunday for a fun and festive Half Trail Marathon.
Race day info has been emailed out to all participants this evening - you can also find it on the event page (link in bio).
Prepare for lots of mud and puddles - trail shoes are essential! Festive attite is optional but encouraged - spot prizes for best dressed! ๐งโ๐๐โ๏ธ
We do have a handful of places available on the day - these will be offered on a first come first serve basis.
We would love some extra volunteers to join the event crew so please let us know if you know anyone that could help in return for a free race place at any of our events.
Look forward to seeing you all soon! โ๏ธ๐โ๏ธ
Thanks to Al from Epic Action Imagery for capturing all the fun! Images are now available to download for FREE from the link below.
Please tag and share your pics with us we love to see your running team antics!
https://www.epicactionimagery.com/Raw-Trails-Events/Canicross-2023-Race-1
Our races wouldnโt happen without the help of our fantastic team of volunteers, so weโd like to say a HUGE thank you to Jim, Tracie, Gill, Janet & Graham
Weโd also like to extend our thanks to High Lodge for allowing use of their beautiful venue.
Thanks again for supporting our events - we hope you all have a wonderful Christmas and hope too see you at another Raw Trails event soon! ๐พ
Congratulations on completing the High Lodge CaniCross 5K, it looked like a fun morning out there in the forest and some great team running!
Special mention to our podium finishers:
Female
1 Chloe Connell 16.41.3
2 Natalie Pannell 19.49.2
3 Clare Hayes 20.48.4
Male
1 Rob Harlow 18.32.3
2 Adam Hales 19.24.0
3 Kenton Jones 19.25.0
Full results here:
https://raceclocker.com/28f08e3b?EIDK=28f08e3b
Weโre all set for CaniCross Race One! Prepare for lots of muddy puddles ๐พ๐๐๐ป See you in the morning! ๐
Weโre looking forward to seeing you for the first CaniCross race of the season this Sunday ๐พ
Apologies for a slight delay in race information being sent out, weโre having a few issues with our email campaign host - which will hopefully be resolved today.
In the meantime please refer to the event page for general timings etc
Thank you ๐
Our Autumn Half Marathon will return to High Lodge on Sunday 13th October 2024. Entries are now open (link in bio). ๐ฒ๐๐ฒ
Itโs almost time for our Canicross races to return to the forest! Yippee ๐พ
Dig out your bobble hats & tinsel for a festive themed 5k with your favourite running companion ๐โ๐ฆบ on Sunday 10th December ๐
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Booking link in bio. ๐
Donโt forget to secure your place for our popular festive half marathon! Entries are selling fast! We hope to see you there! ๐ โ๏ธ
We would like to take this opportunity to thank our wonderful team of volunteers whose support enable us to continue delivering these races to you;
Jim Spillet, Courtney Mapston, Joanna Blyth, Tracie Emmerson, Sally Mapston, Malcolm Mapston, Anna Wright, Kirsty White, Chris James, Gary Mcdonald, Matt & Leah Bevan, Emma & William Jepp, Joss Pepper.
We would also like to thank the team at High Lodge for their support, and a big big thank you to you for attending our races! ๐
Next up: CaniX & Let it Stow Half Marathon ๐
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We hope to see you there!
We hope you had an enjoyable morning in the forest on such a beautiful autumn day! ๐
Thanks to Epic Action Imagery for capturing your High Lodge Half Marathon race antics.
Images are completely free to download and share - don't forget to give us a tag on your social!
https://www.epicactionimagery.com/Raw-Trails-Events/High-Lodge-Half-Marathon-Autumn-2023
Congratulations to those of you who completed High Lodge Half Marathon yesterday ๐
Special congratulations to our podium finishers:
MALE HALF MARATHON RESULTS
First Place
Barry Woodward 1:25:08.1
Second Place
Simon Wright 1:25:33.8
Third Place
Archie Catchpole 1:27:12.8
FEMALE HALF MARATHON RESULTS
First Place
Ewa Mitka 1:32:31.7
Second Place
Gem Carter 1:34:25.9.
Third Place
Tracey Pratt 1:45:16.8
Full race results can be found here:
https://raceclocker.com/fc9cbd70?EIDK=fc9cbd70
***Volunteer Call Out***
Hi all. Due to illness we are in need of an extra marshal for tomorrowโs High Lodge Half Marathon.
If anyone is available to help it would be much appreciated - please drop us a DM ๐
Ickworth Sunset Chase returns on Friday 6th September 2024.
Entries are now open to this popular - sell out event so donโt delay - book today! (Link in bio)