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07/10/2026

When the dreaded “lean” arrives. The ultra runners lean, when extreme exhaustion kicks in.
Aimee was over 57 hours into a 60 hour ultra marathon challenge when it was noticeable that she was starting to lean over to the one side and had no control over this.
She went on to clock up a massive 150 miles 🏆
95% of it on roads 🤯

06/10/2026

Time to see what’s inside a 60 hour ultra marathon headquarters. This was our base for 60 hours on the Alcester Run 1000, a charity run where we attempted to cover 1000 miles in one town.
Over the event myself and Aimee hit the roads along with an amazing community of runners💪
When the clock stopped at 5pm on Sunday we had hit an amazing 1,166 miles 🙌.
And Aimee alone had done a WHOPPING….150 miles 🤯

05/10/2026

Never be afraid to put your ideas into action, yes many will not go to plan, but when they do it’s something special.
We had an amazing weekend at Alcester Run 1000, from a crazy idea a few months ago to putting on a ‘little’ charity event.
This week we want to thank as many people as we can and this post is for all the fantastic runners from Run Alcester who got involved. You guys really did make this event come together and be the success it was.
Thank you so much 🏆
Paul will be in touch about next year 😳 (he has BIG ideas and that’s dangerous 😃)

04/10/2026

Just a quick update on the Alcester Run 1000 🏆
Loads more to come but we are both a little tired 🤣
Loads of updates to follow on tomorrow.
A little thank you to everyone who got involved (BIG THANK YOU’s TOMORROW) 😃

04/10/2026

Deep into a 60 hour ultra marathon 🏆 48 hours done. Aimee moving well (123 miles) final push to the finish at 5pm today.

Come along to The Greig Hall on Saturday morning and treat yourself to hot drinks and delicious treats from The Cedar Bo...
01/10/2026

Come along to The Greig Hall on Saturday morning and treat yourself to hot drinks and delicious treats from The Cedar Box 🙌🏻 Andy and Siân will only be there until lunchtime on Saturday morning to serve all you lovely runners, so don’t miss them!

Thank you to Cloverleaf Events Co. for supporting our event 💙

28/09/2026

We called in to checkpoint 2 on the first day of the Cotswold Way Century, and Paul couldn’t help himself diving in on water duties 🤣
This checkpoint serviced both the 100 mile and the 50 mile ultra marathons at around 27 miles in.
Even on an outdoor pop up checkpoint all your needs are met. From drop bags on arrival with food and drinks to hand and volunteers to help get you in and out with minimal stress 💪

Congrats to who finished 1st Lady and 3rd overall on the Cotswold Way Half 🏆
Cotswold Trail Events Ltd

We wanted to explain why we chose the two charities we are fundraising for at the Alcester Run 1000 event next weekend. ...
26/09/2026

We wanted to explain why we chose the two charities we are fundraising for at the Alcester Run 1000 event next weekend.

The Beyond Recovery Project CIC helps people with brain tumours like Alcester resident Liza Elliott. This is Liza’s story:

“In April 2024, I was diagnosed with a meningioma brain tumour. My world changed overnight.

In May 2025, I underwent Gamma Knife surgery, awake, head secured in a frame, facing something I never imagined I’d have to face. Because this radiation treatment can take up to 5 years to work, I have annual MRI scans.

“Benign” doesn’t mean fine. It doesn’t erase the fear, uncertainty or emotional toll of living with an invisible illness.

I refuse to let my diagnosis define my life. Today, I still work, run and strength train and I’m incredibly proud to be a run leader for Run Alcester.

I first found out about The Beyond Recovery Project and their inspiring founder, Sara Crosland, when searching online for resources and support following my diagnosis.

As a fellow brain tumour survivor and endurance athlete, Sara completely understands the hidden struggles that persist long after treatment ends. Her incredible work creating outdoor and nature-based community challenges helps survivors like me move forward with purpose.

I am sharing my story because I want anyone else walking this path to know: even with a brain tumour, you can still choose strength and purpose every single day.”

If you can’t make it to Alcester Run 1000 next weekend, please donate to help us raise valuable funds so that The Beyond Recovery Project can help more people like Liza 🙌🏻
The link is in our Bio 🙏


The Beyond Recovery Project

We wanted to explain why we chose the two charities we are fundraising for at the Alcester Run 1000 event next weekend. ...
26/09/2026

We wanted to explain why we chose the two charities we are fundraising for at the Alcester Run 1000 event next weekend.

Parkinson’s UK helps people with Parkinson’s Disease, like Aimee’s father, Colin.

Colin was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease in 2014, just two years after being diagnosed with Prostate Cancer and undergoing radiotherapy for that.

Initially it seemed it was “just a tremor” but as the disease has progressed Aimee and her family have witnessed first-hand just how devastating Parkinson’s Disease is. It has been steadily stripping Colin of his mobility, independence and control of his own body. It has been just heartbreaking to watch him deteriorate over these last 12 years. After a series of infections at the beginning of this year leading to him being hospitalised for several months, he is now in a nursing home as his care needs have surpassed what could be provided safely at home.

There is currently no cure for Parkinson’s Disease and it is progressive. Whilst there is medication to help with the various symptoms, it is very complex to find the right combination and dosage of meds for each patient, as the different drugs can counteract each other or themselves cause new issues with their various side effects. And as the condition advances, the medication starts to lose its effectiveness.

Parkinson’s UK provides valuable resources and support for people with Parkinson’s Disease and their families and carers. They are also funding crucial research into potential causes of Parkinson’s and hope to be able to one day find a cure to this terrible disease.

If you can’t make it to Alcester Run 1000 next weekend, please donate to help us raise valuable funds so that Parkinson’s UK can help more people like Aimee’s Dad, Colin and hopefully find a cure 🙌🏻 The link is in our Bio 🙏


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