Three-hundred-and-fifty years ago fire spread through the centre of Northampton, devastating our town and burning some of our most famous buildings to the ground.The Great Fire of Northampton 1675 destroyed 700 of the 850 buildings in the town, including the original All Saints’ Church.Much of...
Sometimes you get a feel for how an event is going to go. That small comment or little hint that you may have a hit on your hands.One sure sign of imminent success is when you’re setting up for a race that has a relaxed...
Featuring races from 10k to 35 miles, offering spectacular views of the Northamptonshire countryside and boasting a base at one of the most significant sites in British history, there is already a lot to get excited about when it comes to our Shires & Spires...
As we move ever closer to marathon season and runners start to compete in longer distances and up their training, I wanted to look back on the flying start to the running year we have already seen at Go Beyond Challenge.Not only have we seen the...
Yes, much as you might need a vacation, what you really want is a 'runcation'.And with international races proving expensive both in terms of entry and travel, why not check out what's on offer closer to home.With everything from the petrol head's pinnacle at Silverstone...
It's a beautiful sight for a true trail runner. Mud and puddles as far as the eyes can see. The first ever Brigstock Dirt Run didn't disappoint on Sunday, as the spectacular route threw up plenty of challenges but also some impressive performances. Runners were treated to views...
We love to celebrate all our Go Beyond runners, but every now and then it’s good to give a special shout out to those athletes who managed to beat the odds and earn a place on the podium. Last month, we put on our always popular...
I’ve been lucky enough to run all around the world, across the desert, in jungle, through Kenya and in South America. In Morocco, I ran in the Sahara, completing the Marathon des Sables, also known as the ‘toughest footrace on the planet’. These races, and experiences, have...
Do you ever feel your running is going down the tube? Is your life going round in circles? Well...
Starting your running journey can feel like an uphill battle.Almost every beginner faces that nagging question: “When will running feel less like a struggle?”The truth is, there’s no single answer, but many find that once they can sustain a continuous 30-minute run, things start to...