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In memory of Kevin McConville

The Kevin McConville Memorial Hogweed Trot 2013 - 10km Road Race

Monday 20th May 2013 @ 7.00 pm

The Kevin McConville Memorial Hogweed Trot will be held on the 20th May 2013. We are looking forward to a repeat of last year's fantastic weather and to welcoming runners from throughout the Southwest.

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Hogweed Trot 2012

Yet again we were blessed with wonderful weather for this highly popular race. One hundred and eighty four runners ran the race and the results can been seen below. We are delighted to say that our 10k continues to be highly rated on Runner's World with an overall rating of 90% and an incredible 99% of runners stating that they would do it again.

"Wow, what a superb race, definitely one of the most enjoyable 10ks I've done in 24 years!! Nothing else to say but thanks to you all!!" Richard N - Runner's World

Results

For the results of the 2012 Kevin McConville Memorial Hogweed Trot Provisional Results 2012

Mike Blackmore of Bitton Road Runners was first home in 34.01, ahead of Anthony Glover of Westbury Harriers in 34.28 and Phil Westlake of Bitton Road Runners in 34.38. The winning lady was Nicola Brookland of Bristol and West AC in 35.56 ahead of Helen Newberry [Hogweed] in 41.26 and Joanne Plumbley of Thornbury Running Club in 42.20.

Age group winners:

Lady Under 18 Marissia James Male under 18 Kye Callaghan

LV35 Kim Whitlock

LV45 Rosina Rowland

LV55 Rosemary Barber

MV40 Mark Searle

MV50 Will Gray

MV60 Jeff Davies

Thank you to the Race Director Rachel Bennett and her team of marshall's and assistants for an excellent race. We look forward to seeing you all again in 2013!

Kevin McConville Hogweed Trot 2011

Last year's winner was Robert Farley from Bitton Runners in 33.48. First lady over the line was Holly Rush, of Team Bath, setting a new ladies course record of 34.39. First Hogweed over the line, in 4th place, was Anthony Glover. First Hogweed lady over the line was Ruth Stewart in 46.55.

Course Records - Male 31:58 (Vito Graffagnino 2008) - Female 34.39 (Holly Rush 2011)

A massive congratulations and thank you to Race Director Rachel Bennett who did an excellent job on race organisation last. Yet again Stephen Chandler did a great job on the results. A huge thank you as always to our marshalls, for their enthusiasm and support, and without whom the race could not take place.

Click here for photographs Photographs Hogweed Trot VIII

Comments From Runner's World

The race achieved at 98% rating overall and a 100% of runner's said that they would do it again!

"At only £6, a fast undulating run in mostly traffic free (a few cars do go by) countryside route. Changing facilities, medal, drinks at half way and end (with biscuits!), bar, spot prizes, and a PB. What more can you ask for, when it is well organised by positive marshalls." Silburbas

"My favourite 10k. Excellent 10k race, very well organised and a course with real pb potential. My thanks to the Hogweeds again." Philbert

"Excellent - lovely atmos nice friendly club" Jo Thompson

Results

Hogweed Trot VIII: Provisional results
There were two unidentified runners, please send an email with your estimated time if you have been missed out.

Hogweed Trott VII 2010: Results

Hogweed Trot VI 2009: Results.

Hogweed Trot V 2008: Results.

Hogweed Trot IV 2007: Photos - Results - Prize Winners

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This is how people rated previous Hogweed Trots on the Runner's World website:

2008 - "Excellent - lovely atmosphere, nice friendly club"
2007 - "Once again a very well organised race. Friendly, mix of the fast and the not so fast on country roads"
2007 - "facilities were excellent, plenty of toilets, showers, baggage storage and parking"
2006 - "good race through pretty countryside, a couple of small hills but well organised and smoothly run"
2005 - "A decent medal, a PB and overall an excellent race well organised"
2005 - "My first race ever and I thoroughly enjoyed it.....I'll be back!!"
2005 - "fantastic i really enjoyed it! brilliant course and well organised."
2004 - "Just what we need more of, a well organised and friendly mid week race. Got a PB too!"

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