A total of 116 participants kicked off their New Year fitness goals at Harleston Magpies parkrun on Saturday, 3 January 2026. The scenic Shotford Heath course welcomed runners, joggers and walkers for the 219th event.
First through the finish funnel was Bleu Green (JM15-17), who clocked an impressive 19:16, followed closely by Stanley Drake (JM11-14) of Beccles and Bungay Harriers in 19:27. Joe Garwood (SM30-34) completed the men’s top three with a time of 20:06.
For the women, Orla Holland (SW20-24) of Kesgrave Kruisers led the way in 21:52. Katherine Saunders (VW45-49) of Beccles and Bungay Harriers followed in 24:59, with Hannah Jackson (SW30-34) finishing in 26:04.
None of it would be possible without our 18 fantastic volunteers: Harriet Austin, Steve Barrett, Stephen Coduri, Lynn Cooper, Alison Etteridge, Robin Anthony Farrar, Maggie Flatt, Ian Gardner, Daniel Gibson, Bella Gowers, Edward Last, Veronica Manly, Judith Naunton, Simon Parnell, Penny Pullinger, Tom Pullinger, Charlotte Taylor, and Karen Ward.
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