2014 Tour des Marches complete

Another year done. Our eighth and once more we were blessed with good walking weather and lots of smiles. The Wistanstow Challenge Walk abacus as morphed into the Tour des Marches abacus and Phil and I have put it to good use once more. For those interested in such things, the Finishers List is now up on the relevant page (see above). Do visit the bottom of the list where you'll find some words from our Commander-in-Chief, Phil; commenting on the Finishers List and the day.

Lots of lovely comments (were and are still being received), often relating to our wonderful helpers. We praise them every year but only because they deserve it. Without them there is no event for around 150 walkers and runners, and no money being donated to our worthy causes. A few more would help the day be a touch less stressful for us organisers.

Words and pictures are expected to be in the local press (South Shropshire Journal and Ludlow Advertiser) in coming weeks.

Anyway, here goes. Our grateful thanks to:

Britpart Ltd, Craven Arms
Outdoor Depot, Church Stretton
Woods Brewery, Wistanstow
Wenlock Water, Wolverton
Hough & Son (Butchers),Church Stretton
Spar, Craven Arms
The Plough Inn, Wistanstow

(If you visit any of the above, a word of thanks would go a long way)

The ladies of the Village Hall Committee who baked such nice cakes, our super volunteers, the landowners on route and the Firefighters at Clun and Bishop’s Castle for their support and assistance.

(My apologies if I've missed anyone out. Do get in touch and I'd be delighted to put it right.)

No entry on day, whilst weather looking fine

Please note that there is NO ENTRY on the day - we're full.

With high pressure dominating our weather at the moment, the forecast for Saturday is currently:

'Remaining fine with variable cloud and sunny spells. Turning chilly under clear spells in western counties overnight.'

So expect a cold start out in the Shropshire countryside but turning warmer as the day progresses.

With sunny spells hopefully set to appear, please make sure you have some protection from the sun and also carry enough water to get you between checkpoints.


(If you'd like to help, then please make yourself known to one of the helpers in the hall. I'm sure Phil would appreciate a helping hand for what ever time you can spare - thanks.)