Dundonald was a sea of yellow as over 20 Tortoises competed in the rescheduled running of this great local event. Liam Convery was first Tortoise over the line in a time of 42.18 followed closely behind by John Mcabe with Ian Henderson completing the podium of Tortoise finishers in a time of 43.15. Katrine Kelly […]
All Tortoises This seasons AGM will be held in Marr College Gym at 7pm followed by a short run, the meeting should last no longer than 30 minutes. thanks Darrell
There will be a collection for the local foodbank prior to the start of the race this year. The video below has more information on the work of the foodbank and how you can help by bringing along a donation on the night.
We are now closing in on the 34th running of the Troon 10k, numbers have started to be posted out and you should receive yours well in advance of race day, please allow plenty of time to travel to the event, with car parking limited we ask you to follow the parking instructions on the […]
Well the training is now over and it’s almost race day. Here are the details for next weeks Manchester marathon and relay marathon. Pick up = 11am at The Walker Hall Saturday 6th April. Payment for the hotel is on arrival. Breakfast starts at 06.30. Evening meal – The hotel has a menu available which […]
I have arranged for an additional pick up and drop point for the coach to Stranraer, there will be an additional pick up at 08.55 at Queen Margaret Academy Ayr, if you prefer being picked up there please let me know before race day. 08.30 = Walker Hall Troon 08.45 = Bus will leave Troon […]
Ahead of the Manchester marathon and relay marathon today we have secured discounted accommodation at The Holiday Inn Stockport. Cost per room is £75 incl breakfast. There are some single room options (limited) where you pay the full £75, the other rooms are twin rooms at £37.50 per person. Please let me know if you […]
The 34th Troon 10k sold out in a record time of 25 hours, we look forward to welcoming all runners to our great town on the 8th May. We do have a waiting list which you can join via Book it zone using the Troon 10k link, if any further places become available everyone on […]
The Stranraer Half Marathon is almost on us, let’s hope for a good weather day to make up for the many wet training days. We can confirm that the coach will pick up at the Walker Hall at 08.30, with wheels turning at 08.45 prompt – don’t be late. You can enter on the day […]
The 34th Troon 10k opens for entry via the below link on Saturday 9th February at 08.00, as in previous years this event is expected to sell out quickly. Good luck and Troon Tortoises look forward to seeing you on May 8th 2019. https://bookitzone.com/Troon_Tortoises/49jFFX Why not come and run with us we meet every Tuesday […]