April has been a huge month for Carn Runners, packed with standout performances, first-time achievements and some seriously big miles across the UK and beyond. From major city marathons and tough trail races to social runs and multi-event weekends, it’s been brilliant to see the club so active and well represented.
Below you’ll find a round-up of the highlights from April, with links to all the race reports, events and club updates from across the month.
Carn Runners Take on the Marathon Challenge – London and Beyond
It’s been an incredible period for Carn Runners, with members taking on the ultimate running challenge — the marathon. From the world-famous streets of London to a powerful club-organised virtual marathon, the Carn colours were out in force, and the stories behind the miles are what make this one truly special. Marathons are never just
Jan Smashes the Mallorca Bike Sportive
While many were lining up for marathons this weekend, Jan had a different challenge in mind — taking on the Mallorca Bike Sportive, and delivering a seriously impressive performance. Covering a huge 168 kilometres, this is no small feat. Long-distance cycling events like this demand endurance, pacing and mental strength, especially when tackling varied terrain
Carn Runners Take on the Tough Bodmin Beast Half
Carn Runners were back tackling one of Cornwall’s most demanding races as a group headed to the Bodmin Beast (Half) — a notoriously tough 14.5-mile “long half marathon” that lives up to its name. With relentless hills, rugged terrain and very little in the way of easy miles, the Bodmin Beast is not your typical
Bex Takes on the Beacon Beast Marathon
Carn Runners were back out on the trails for one of Cornwall’s toughest challenges as Bex took on the aptly named Beacon Beast Marathon — and what a run it turned out to be. Covering around 27 miles across a demanding route that weaves through Bodmin, Lanhydrock and Cardinham Woods, this is no ordinary marathon.
Vicky and Chris Conquer Their First Marathon at Newport
A huge milestone was reached this weekend as Vicky and Chris took on the Newport Marathon — and not just any marathon… this was their very first 26.2 miles. Taking on a marathon for the first time is always a massive achievement, but doing it on what felt like one of the hottest days of
Sunday Social Miles from Hayle to Carbis Bay and Back
It was another strong turnout for Carn Runners on this week’s Sunday Social, with the group heading out for a solid run from Hayle to Carbis Bay and back. With runners covering between 10 and 13 miles on average, it was a brilliant morning of steady miles, good company and another reminder that even when
Tony Takes on the Paris Marathon
Carn Runners were flying the club colours on an international stage once again as Tony took on the Schneider Electric Marathon de Paris, one of Europe’s biggest and most iconic marathon events. The race covers the full 42.195km marathon distance, starts on the Champs-Élysées, and finishes near Avenue Foch, taking runners past some of Paris’s
Building Momentum into the Summer Season
With spring in full swing and the running calendar only getting busier, there’s plenty more to come. The longer days, improving weather and upcoming races mean it’s an exciting time for everyone in the club — whether you’re training, racing or just enjoying the social side of running.
A huge well done to everyone who has taken part, supported others or simply got the miles in this month. From first marathons to podium finishes and everything in between, April has been one to remember.
Let’s keep the momentum going into May and continue flying the Carn colours 💙💛
