Three members of Halifax Harriers took part in the Holmfirth 10km at the weekend. This scenic, hilly, rural road race, organised by Holmfirth Harriers, starts in Hade Edge and tackles a tough, long climb before dropping down and circumnavigating Winscar Reservoir. Then it climbs back up Winscar Edge before a final gentle undulation and a quick downhill finish.
This event was chosen by the Yorkshire Veterans Athletic Association (YVAA) as their 10km championship race for 2025 and prizes were awarded to Margaret Deacon who placed 2nd home in her F55 category in 55:37 and Martin Haigh clinched 3rd place in the MV70 category in 65:50. Nigel Rigg also completed the course in 124th position in a speedy 52 minutes and 34 seconds.
229 runners finished the course which was won by Wayne Singleton of Barnsley AC, first lady was Lydia Race also of Barnsley AC.
Picture shows Martin Haigh with his MV70 award.