Thursday 24 September 2009

Wistanstow Walk 2009


Walkers leave the Village Hall on the Wistanstow Walk 2009Organiser Phil is left wondering,
was it something he said, or is he using the wrong deodorant?



At Self-clip5, stile, green field, blue sky and blown down tree

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

Sunday 20 September 2009

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

Saturday 19 September 2009

On the way to SC4

Blue sky, valley mist, harvested field; sights on the way to SC4On the way to SC4
'Through GT, continue with wood/hedge on your left, ...'


Friday 18 September 2009

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

Tuesday 15 September 2009

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!


Wistanstow Walk sign at a road junction, early morning mist and blue sky background

Early morning promise (07:52)

Monday 14 September 2009

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.

Saturday 12 September 2009

It's Saturday!

Good luck everyone - enjoy

Friday 11 September 2009

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

Map showing position of Wisanstow Village Hall

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

Friday 4 September 2009

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)

Inside Clun Fire Station - the Clun Check PointThe Clun Check Point courtesy of Clun Fire Station