Hundreds of runners took part in the annual Sandbach 10K in sweltering conditions on Sunday August 11th.
Over 350 people lined up at Sandbach Rugby Club for the sold-out race around the area’s scenic streets. It was the highest number of runners to complete the course to date.
David Morris from City of Stoke Athletics Club was the first runner home, crossing the line with a chip time of 36:17 despite temperatures reaching above 20c. While Lucy Grayson, also of City of Stoke AC was the first female finisher at 39:49.
The undulating route starts from Sandbach Rugby Club and navigates around the country roads of Bradwall, and back to the club. Around 50 volunteers from the Striders were on hand to help runners on the day.
Championing the town is always a vital part of the Sandbach 10k. Prizes are given to the fastest finishers living in the CW11 postcode.
James Pugh won the fastest male, whilst Isabella Shaw was the fastest female from Sandbach.
Race director Martin Gunther, said: “It's incredible to see so many starters and finishers this year. We have increased the numbers for the last few years and every year we sell out. Bring on 2025!”
The event was this year raising money for the Striders' chosen charity, the Sandbach Pantry. A tombola, refreshment stand, and shoe stall all helped to raise money for the town’s food bank.
Sandbach 10k was sponsored by Butcher and Barlow, Train, and Sandbach Physio.
Position | Male | Female |
1st Overall | David Morris (City of Stoke AC) | Lucy Crayston (City of Stoke AC) |
2nd Overall | Matthew Taylor (South Cheshire Harriers) | Anna Begbie (Vale Royal AC) |
3rd Overall | Craig Mooney (Nantwich Running Club) | Cara Jasmine Bradley |
V40 | Daniel Palin | Frances Kenney (Wilmslow Running Club) |
V45 | Lee Farrington (South Cheshire Harriers) | Georgina Walker (Lymm Runners) |
V50 | Paul Hancock (South Cheshire Harriers) | Sue Stockdale (Macclesfield Harriers & AC) |
V55 | Phillip Rawlings | Sara Avery (Cheshire Dragons) |
V60 | David Millward | Tracy Bown (Wilmslow RC) |
V65 | Paul Norris (Wilmslow Running Club) | Nicky Mowat (Wilmslow RC) |
Sandbach Resident | James Pugh | Isabella Shaw |
Full results can be found at AV Timing online here or as a PDF here.
Race photos can be found on RacePhotos.org.uk