had to convince his friends to clear snow-covered paths to allow runners to compete. It was only in later years the event was moved to the spring.The timing is not the only thing that has changed. International runners were first invited to compete

but with amazing scenery and an excellent atmosphere." RossPortsmouthReader Reviews | 2010 Race Details6. North Downs 30KWhere: Kent When: JuneFirst staged in July 1984, the North Downs Run is one of Kent's most enduring and popular running events, and not without

, making it the most lucrative one-day annual fundraising event in Britain. And with charity runners making up a large part of the fields at an increasing number of events, from the Great North Run to the London Triathlon, or even the Paris and New York

but it felt pretty hard. We had to get up exceptionally early for a 6 am start and it was so cold in the darkness. Bizarrely after days of glorious sunshine the first different weather we encounter is snow. My ankle started to hurt during the final few miles

& Galloway When? March 23 Why? After a two-year absence, the return of this stunning tour of the Solway coast had runners clamouring for its appointment as a regular racing fixture.What you say "The 100-strong field enjoyed fantastic views of the snow