Runners taking part in last year’s race.
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The 30th anniversary run of the Isle of Arran Ormidale 10k is only a week away, being held next weekend on Sunday April 22.
Organisers are delighted that the race has a record number of online entrants – 59 as the Banner went to press – and no doubt, many more locals will enter on the day, at the Ormidale Pavilion from 11am. The race starts at noon.
Tommy Gilmore, of Arran Runners, said: ‘Contenders who have been targeting the race will now be approaching the peak plateau of their training. The rest of us, content to be “also rans”, will be feeling the benefits of having a target to aim for.
‘It is a great pleasure, being a runner on Arran. We have so many routes available on our doorstep. From road running, to trail running, to fell running, the variety of terrains and elevations available to runners and joggers of all abilities must surely make urbanbased runners envious. The stunning scenery and rich wildlife add to the mix of attractions, wherever you live on the island. Running also gives access to some of the most beautiful, unspoiled, even remote, parts of the island, while still being close to home.’