Gold Hill 10km Race - Shaftesbury, Dorset, October 9th 2011
For the first time ever, Nordic Walkers joined Runners to take part in this challenging 10km race.
The Nordic Walking team that took part this year with trainer, Helen Gilchrist (kneeling)
Warming up for the race.
On the start line
Anglea Gray set an extremely fast pace up Gold Hill with Tim Le Mesuirer hot on her heals. She kept the lead throughtout to become first Nordic Walker across the finish line, with Tim a close 2nd place. They even finished before some of the runners!
Five North Dorset Quilters took Gold Hill by storm and also raised a fantastic amount of money for their chosen charitites.
Sandra Gilchrist took up Nordic Walking 4 years ago following a second hip replacement. Her recovery and fitness levels have soared. Stronger and fitter than ever before, she comfortabley completed the 10km, proving it is never too late to improve your health and fitness.
Out on the course, Clare Ratcliffe powering up the hills amongst the runners to gain 3rd place
Hilary Taylor (4th place) gives runners something to worry about!
In the thick of it, Sally Brennan(left) and Diana Abbott
There's no stoping those North Dorset Quilters, you should see them on a sewing machine!
Angela and Tim still looking fresh at the finish
Colin Smith was happy to cross the finish line.
Well Done Nordic Walking Team, a great finish by everyone.
