Swaledale Marathon
The 38th Swaledale Marathon was on Saturday 10th June 2017. 446 participants completed the route. The weather conditions were probably the worst in most memories with rain for most of the day, heavy at times and a strong wind on the tops. The exposure was considerable and a few competitors suffered difficulties, fortunately none seriously. The section from Great Punchard Head to Level House was particularly wet, boggy and challenging. Congratulations to all finishers, especially to Ray Stevenson on his 38th marathon. The prize winners were as follows.
| Marathon Salver | fastest man | Michael Barron | 03:02 |
| 2nd man | Matthew Hayes | 03:06 | |
| 3rd man | Rob Weekes | 03:15 | |
| Marathon Rosebowl | fastest lady | Amy Sarkies | 03:28 |
| 2nd lady | Sarah Hackett | 03:42 | |
| 3rd lady | Elaine Bisson | 03:55 | |
| Ray Stevenson Shield | fastest veteran man | Adrian Kamis | 03:40 |
| Marathon Vase | fastest veteran lady | Sarah Hackett | 03:42 |
| Vic Harrison Trophy | first SOC man | Steve Libby | 04:20 |
| Vic Harrison Trophy | first SOC lady | Victoria Howard | 04:26 |
| Stuart Pailor Shield | first over 60 man | Ray Raper | 04:09 |
| Lesley Pailor Shield | first over 60 lady | Sue Haslam | 04:04 |
| Marathon Mens Team Trophy | East Hull Harriers & AC | Matthew Hayes / Rob Weekes / Richard Buckle / Nigel Sisson |
| Marathon Ladies Team Trophy | Swaledale Runners | Rebecca Simpson / Claire Stewart / Sue Crabbe / Lucy Tulloch |
Full results are available in our documents section.
The annual Swaledale Marathon passes through some of Swaledale's finest scenery. The 23 mile course is a fell run / challenge walk event - competitors must navigate themselves and complete the course within 10 hours. It has been organised by Swaledale Outdoor Club since 1979.
The 2018 Swaledale Marathon will be on June 9th.