Seasons Greetings and changes expected

Three years gone, can you believe it? This blog is a very simple device for trying to provide useful information about the Walk. The only cost is one of time. (Blogger is a free service provided by Google.)

It’s already served a very useful purpose but with limitations. Over the festive period the blog will hopefully undergo a few changes, dependant on varying degrees of head scratching and deciphering of hastily scribbled notes – I really should get out more!

Details of the fourth Wistanstow Walk will appear early in 2010.

In the meantime, the organizers hope you all have a wonderful Christmas and New Year

Wistanstow Walk press call & comments

Presentation of cheque for £700 to Wistanstow Primary School
(Pic: ‘The Journal’, edition dated 23 October 2009)

The Organisers are grateful to everyone involved with the Walk for making it such a success and helping to support the two beneficiaries; Wistanstow Primary School and the Fire Fighters Charity.

The 26-mile (42km) walk (runners welcome) starts at Wistanstow and makes its way to Clun via; Edgton, Kempton and Clunton. From Clun, the walkers head north via Acton to Bishop’s Castle. The route then heads east passing through Eyton and Edgton on the return to Wistanstow. (Retirees are transported back to the start.)

The Walk provides a lovely tour of the beautiful south-west Shropshire countryside, but don’t just take our word for it; witness these written comments from the 2009 event (Saturday 12th September).

‘Great route, great organization, lovely helpers.’ AC

‘…thanks for a thoroughly enjoyable event.’ TE

‘Many thanks to all your helpers/family, for the kind encouragement and fantastic food at the finish.’ RW

And from Somerset comes possibly the best compliment we’ve had so far:

‘I have done 14 events this year and I have to say this was the best - in fact it would compete for the title of best ever.’ PC

Wistanstow Walk 2009

Organiser Phil is left wondering,
was it something he said, or is he using the wrong deodorant?

SC5 ‘OvSt, FWM (aim top side of blown over tree)…'

Finishers List & Report

The links below will display the Finishers List and a short report

Wistanstow Walk 2009 - Finishers List (PDF Doc)*


Wistanstow Walk 2009 - Finishers List (Word Doc)

*Please note: you will require Adobe Reader in order to access this document. This is FREE software that many new computers will already have installed. If not, you can download the software from:

Adobe

On the way to SC4

On the way to SC4
'Through GT, continue with wood/hedge on your left, ...'

Wistanstow Walk 2009 Acknowledgements

Colossus the computer has started to stir from its calculations and you can therefore expect the results to appear later today [Edit: Read SUNDAY Morning]. In due course, everyone will receive a copy in the post.

In the meantime, we offer our grateful thanks to the following for their support of the Wistanstow Walk 2009:


Beyond Extreme – (Outdoor equipment specialists) Website
2 Burway Road, Church Stretton, Shropshire SY6 6JA

Britpart – (The quality parts for Land Rovers – Wholesaler) Website
The Grove, Craven Arms, Shropshire SY7 8DA

Jewson – (Builders Merchants) Website
The Grove, Craven Arms, Shropshire SY7 8BY

The Wood Brewery Ltd – (Traditional cask-conditioned and bottled beers) Website
Wistanstow, Craven Arms, Shropshire SY7 8DG

Wenlock Spring Water Ltd – (Suppliers of spring water and associated items) Website
Wolverton, Church Stretton, Shropshire SY6 6RR

The Firefighters at Clun and Bishop’s Castle

And another shameless plug for our small band of volunteers, whose enthusiasm and support help make the event a great success.


On the web front, here are a few websites that help promote the walk and are very useful sources of information for similar events etc.

Shropshire Fell Runner

LDWA (Long Distance Walkers Association)

Long Mynd Hike (50 mile event taking place in the Shropshire Hills - 42nd running in 2009)

Mercia Fell Runners

Gear Reunited

We do have a small collection of gear items that were either picked up on the route (thanks to those walkers) or left at the finish.

Contact Phil on 01694 781405 (evenings)
or email us with details: wistanstow walk @ yahoo.co.uk (remove the 3 spaces to get the correct address).

Fleece, hat, cap, and zipped leg!

Early morning promise (07:52)

Another great day

Many thanks to all those who took part and to the small dedicated band of helpers who did a sterling job in order to make sure the day was a great success (once again).

News and results will follow.

It's Saturday!

Good luck everyone - enjoy

Friday update

Small route change(s)

A friendly warning to previous Wistanstow entrants, please keep an eye on the route directions or you may find yourself going the wrong way.

The new improved Wistanstow Walk route for 2009 provides a few less trees and more views of the lovely Shropshire countryside.

Weather Update

It looks like once again we’ve somehow managed to supply good weather.

Current forecast for Saturday is: SUNNY

Expect underfoot conditions to be: DRY

Wistanstow Village Hall - north-western side of the village
Landranger Map 137 Church Stretton & Ludlow

Wanted: Volunteers

Is injury preventing you from taking part? Or perhaps you feel you'd like to contribute a little of your time to two worthwhile causes? The walk and money raised wouldn't be possible without generous people volunteering a few hours of their time.

If you think you can help with a few simple tasks, or just want more information; please contact:

Phil Clarke (01694) 781405 (Evenings)
Email: wistanstow walk @ yahoo.co.uk (remove the three spaces to obtain correct address)

The Clun Check Point courtesy of Clun Fire Station

Latest News - August

It is getting ever closer and we are pleased to announce that the entries are rolling in. A big thank you to those who have pre-entered, as it does make our life a lot easier knowing the event is viable and that the voluntary work that goes on behind the scenes is not being wasted.

Having been recently checked, the route revealed that some crops are still standing but these will be gone by the 12th September.

If you wish to enjoy a light breakfast before the off, please ensure you arrive at registration in plenty of time.

You can also look forward to some free beer on your return, courtesy of Woods Brewery, Wistanstow.

See you soon.
The Organisers

Wistanstow Walk 2009 Rules and Entry Form

3rd Wistanstow Walk - Saturday 12th September 2009

(Runners are welcome at this event)

The Rules and Entry Form are now available via the link below (PDF Document):

Rules and Entry Form

Please note: you will require Adobe Reader in order to access this document. This is FREE software that many new computers will already have installed. If not, you can download the software from:
Adobe Download page

Wistanstow Walk 2009

To the sound of a trumpet fanfare, news that the Wistanstow Walk will return to the Village Hall for its base in 2009. Thanks again to the school for the use of their facilities last year.

Make a note in that diary you got for Christmas:

Saturday 12th September 2009

3rd Wistanstow Walk

[Edit: Feb 6th - A link to the Entry Form and Event Rules will appear soon]