Despite a rainy start to the day, and athletes losing an hour of preparatory rest to the clocks going forward, the return of the Ironbridge Half Marathon today was hailed as a great success.
Runners in the Ironbridge Half Marathon passing through Ironbridge. Photo by David Bagnall
Despite a rainy start to the day on Sunday, and athletes losing an hour of preparatory rest for the clocks going forward, the 32nd half marathon was hailed as an all-round great success.The runners, hailing from clubs throughout Shropshire as well as further afield, gathered in Telford's town park at 10am on Sunday before taking off through the park, along the Silkin Way, passing the Blists Hill Museum.
Race director Paula Johnston said the event was a great success, with the weather staying on the side of the hundreds brave enough to take on the 13.1-mile challenge.
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