Phoenix Running Club – Weekly News and Results 1st July 2024
Another busy week for the club with representation at the 10k midweek league fixture at Trent Park on Thursday and racing at Panshanger Park, Regents Park, Weston and Hyde Hall Farm near Buntingford. Let’s look at the details. 10k midweek league – Race 4, Trent Park On Thursday evening, eleven members of the club joined…
Fairlands Valley Spartans Weekly Results – 1st July 2024
Welwyn 10K Spartan PETE COOK clocked a time of 58:59 in Sunday’s Welwyn 10K at Panshanger Park. That was approximately 10 minutes faster than in last year’s temperature of 30 degrees and sunshine. JANE McFARLANE finished in 1:06:36. Serpentine Friday’s 5K in Hyde Park was won in 14 minutes 42 seconds! Meanwhile JIM BROWN who…
Essex & Herts Air Ambulance opens new Charity Shop in Stevenage
The Essex & Herts Air Ambulance (EHAAT) is delighted to announce the opening of its tenth charity shop in Stevenage. This new addition, located at 14 The Forum, Stevenage, Hertfordshire, SG1 1EH, is more than just a retail outlet; it stands as a testament to the unwavering support and dedication of the Stevenage community and…
Why Love Stevenage Want You To Hunt For Hearts
Love Stevenage has a fun event called the Hunt for Hearts, and it’s something you don’t want to miss! This event is all about getting you moving, bringing the community together, and showing off the lovely town of Stevenage. Let’s dive into why Love Stevenage wants you to join the Hunt for Hearts and how…
Stevenage Mayor Jim Brown Reflects on D-Day: 80th Anniversary D-Day Beacon Lighting
Mayor Jim Brown led the 80th Anniversary D-Day Beacon Lighting event, setting the tone with words of gratitude and reverence for those who fought for freedom. “Thank you for defeating the Nazis. We commemorate the fallen and strive for peace and liberty,” the Mayor began. His heartfelt message resonated with the crowd, many of whom…
Stevenage Business’ Exciting New Pop-Up Shop – With a Difference!
This weekend marked an exciting event for Stevenage – a new pop-up shop opened its doors! If you love unique, handcrafted items and want to support local businesses, this is the place for you. The shop operates on a simple yet brilliant concept: small independent businesses can rent a shelf and showcase their products. A…
Introducing the Phoenix 5 Mile Race!
When Stevenage Running Club Phoenix took flight in October 2022, they knew they had to fill a gap in the Stevenage running scene – the absence of a scenic, yet challenging 5 mile race. Not too short, not too long, this distance is a favorite among running clubs and a perfect step up for non-club…
Local running legend Jay Papa takes on gruelling Goggins challenge for MS Society
When Stevenage runner Jay sets his mind to a challenge, he goes all in. Not just any challenge, but one put forward by the legendary David Goggins. If you haven’t heard of him, Goggins is an ultra-endurance athlete and former Navy SEAL, known for his gruelling fitness challenges Jay says: “For a while now, I’ve…
