Records tumble as the third RunWisborough sees great success

The start of the third annual RunWisborough. Pictures by Alison Mellor

The third annual RunWisborough has been branded a great success as around 700 took to their heels around the picturesque village on Sunday.

The event, which is focused on a fun and enjoyment factor, was blessed with great weather, a host of enthusiastic runners, walkers, helpers and spectators creating a fantastic Wisborough Green atmosphere.

More than 500 runners completed the 10 and 5k races, while 200 children took part in the colour run with the day expected to have raised around £6,000 for sporting facilities.

The 10k was won by Horsham Blue Star Harriers’ Luke Burgess in a new course record time of 35min 08sec, which also set a record time for a junior runner.

RunWisborough 2018. Pictures by Alison Mellor

He was followed by fellow Blue Star team-mate Francis Scarr (35-52) and Epsom Oddballs RC’s Joel Wiles (36-00) in third.

The 5k was won by Sandy McDougall, of Haslemere Border AC, in a time of 18-27, which smashed the ladies record.

She was followed by Blue Stars’ Charlie Ferris (18-42) and Leighton Aspell (18-53) in third.

Village runners also put in some great times with Pete O’Connell, who is a Horsham Jogger, leading the way with first place in the male veteran 55 and fourth place overall in the 5k.