On Sunday I took part in the Black Nore 10km organised by Portishead Running Club. It was a fun event and attracted plenty of runners from the South West area.

This definitely wasn’t a race for a quick 10km time being multi-terrain and quite hilly but if you want a run along the coastal path with stunning views then you will enjoy this one! It was a mix of grass, trail and tarmac with rocks, roots, steps and even bridges thrown in.

There was a big climb about halfway round that I’m told was 500m long but it felt more! The only positive was once we got to the top there was a long downhill stretch. There were plenty of hilly sections but this delivered stunning coastline views at the top.

We ran by the historic Black Nore lighthouse (hence the name of the race) which was built in 1894 and is a listed building.

The course was very well marked and there were over 60 volunteer marshals ensuring everything ran smoothly. The race supported the Weston Hospicecare which is a charity doing great work in the area. All 267 finishers received a medal as well which is always a nice touch.

I managed to take the win in 36:35 with Freya Bradley (Westbury Harriers) finishing second overall and 1st female after her win at the National Cross Country last weekend. Paul Murrin (Chepstow Harriers) and Jack Last (Clevedon AC) finished second and third amongst the men with Joanne Gallagher (Clevedon AC) and Molly Chilton (Nailsea Running Club) being the second and third women home. Full results here.

Well done to everyone who raced and thank you Portishead Running Club for hosting a great event!