In the run up to Christmas 13 Newent Runners participated in the annual FODAC Christmas Tree Race held at Ellwood, near Coleford.
The Gloucester Citizen stated:
It was a hilly, muddy and thoroughly enjoyable Sunday morning.
I’m not quite so sure about that last bit! James Griffiths was our first member home in 47.25, other results:
- Andrew Callard 50.45
- John Featherstone 51.47
- Micaela Swan 56.51
- Russ Dyer 61.44
- Chris Barber 63.40
- Karen Johnson 69.59
- Sara Carter 66.56
- Yvonne Featherstone 71.14
- Claire Price 74.55
- Emily Trenwith 76.36
- Susan Baggett 77.55
Lynn Latham represented us in the Canicross race, finishing in 1.16.49.