Derry City Parkrun

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Event 303 - 20 April 2019 - set 3

Event No 303 - 20 April 2019 - set 2.

Finish line photos from 20 April 2019, event no 303! Set 1!

Derry City parkrun Event number 303 20th April 2019
This week 141 people ran, jogged and walked the course, of whom 19 were first timers and 32 recorded new Personal Bests. Representatives of 24 different clubs took part. We welcomed visitors from Carrickfergus, Limavady, three different Dublin parkruns and some visitors from Bristol, Bracknell and Tonbridge in England. Congratulations to Ronan Healy who ran his 50th parkrun today.
... The event was made possible by 12 volunteers: Justin WALKER • Anne HUTTON • Peter MORROW • Ian GRAHAM • Conn O'NEILL • Aisling ARMSTRONG • George ROW • Gemma TAGGART • Toni COYLE • Diarmuid ARMSTRONG • Laurence MAHER • Leala-Maia DONNELLY • Sarah GRANT(pacer) and Andy, McINROY (pacer)
Today's full results and a complete event history can be found on the Derry City parkrun Results Page.: http://www.parkrun.org.uk/derrycity/resul ts/weeklyresults/…

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Many thanks to Sarah Grant and Andy McInroy, our pacers at parkun this week. It's a great to have volunteers able to pace on the day, and the feedback we get from fellow parkrunners is always positive.
Want to be a parkrun pacer? We have 2 vests available for each of the following times: 20, 25, 30, 35, 40 mins. You can either run alone or in a pair. Please pick up a pacer vest at the start of parkrun, set your watch to the required pace and off you go. Let the Run Director on the day know so that we can name check you in the pre-run briefing.
As a bonus you also get a parkrun volunteering credit (25 credits = parkrun volunteer t-shirt, the most prized t-shirt of them all). Remember parkrun relies on volunteers to keep our event being a success. Thanks!!!

Special thanks to our pacers at parkun this week. We had Anne Doherty as our 25 min pacer and David Kennedy and Sean McCabe pairing up as 30 min pacers.
We have 2 vests available for each of the following times: 20, 25, 30, 35, 40 mins. If you are interested either running alone or in a pair please pick up a vest at the start of parkrun, set your watch to the required pace and off you go.
As a bonus you also get a parkrun volunteering credit (25 credits = parkrun volunteer t-shirt, the most prized t-shirt of them all). Remember parkrun relies on volunteers to keep our event being a success. Thanks!!!

We've a volunteer for 25min pacer on Sat(13th) (thanks Anne). Anyone else like to don the pacer vest for 20, 30, 35 or 40mins?We've a volunteer for 25min pacer on Sat(13th) (thanks Anne). Anyone else like to don the pacer vest for 20, 30, 35 or 40mins?

Well done to Deirdre for reaching her 50th parkrun milestone today!

Hi all,
A few photos from parkrun today. Great to see some good weather, perfect running conditions for those who were looking for a PB.
Well done to all our visitors and first timers!
... This week 98 people ran, jogged and walked the course, of whom 14 were first timers and 18 recorded new Personal Bests. Representatives of 10 different clubs took part. Full results are here: http://www.parkrun.org.uk/derrycity/resul ts/weeklyresults/… The event was made possible by 13 volunteers: Justin WALKER • Conor CANAVAN • Peter MORROW • Ian GRAHAM • Kathy COCHRANE • Michael MCLAUGHLIN • Aisling ARMSTRONG • George ROW • Michael KAVANAGH • Mary Kay MULLAN • Charley BRIGHT • Sarah QUINN • Caden Ó CEARRÚLÁIN
[NOTE ***** Gavin McCartney ... please email derrycity@parkrun.com to help us resolve a problem with your results. ****]
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Many of you will recognise Ruiqi, a regular participant at our event. Well done Ruiqi for reaching your 50th parkrun milestone today 🎉

Well done to these 3 ladies from Star Running club who completed their Couch to 5k running program today. Those medals are well deserved 👏

Today we were joined by the parkrun Country Manager for Ireland - Matt Shields! Hope to see you back soon Matt :-)

A fantastic turnout to our 300th event today! A lovely atmosphere, and thanks to everyone who came out today to help us celebrate.
Luckily we managed to avoid the worst of the rain. In fact with very little breeze it was a fine morning for running.
Welcome to all first timers who joined us today. Hope to see you back soon.
... We also had a visitor today, all the way from Italy!
A reminder that we had a lovely article about our parkrun in yesterday's Derry Journal. It's in the athletics pages at the back of the paper, and well worth a read. Thanks again to George for his contribution to the article.
Also thanks to all our volunteers today. We are always looking for volunteers each week, if you are interest then let one of the volunteering team know or email us at derrycity@parkrun.com.
This week 160 people ran, jogged and walked the course, of whom 31 were first timers and 24 recorded new Personal Bests. Representatives of 23 different clubs took part.
The event was made possible by 15 volunteers:
Ruth SHIELDS • Evie MCGUINNESS • Justin WALKER • Patrick WALKER • Peter GORMAN • Peter MORROW • Ian GRAHAM • Bronagh O'NEILL • Aisling ARMSTRONG • Niki GAHAN • George ROW • Gemma TAGGART • Diarmuid ARMSTRONG • Sarah QUINN • Leala-Maia DONNELLY
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Well done to core volunteer and Run Director, George, for his contribution to this article. Just in time for our 300th event on Saturday! Also thanks to all volunteers who have given their time in making parkrun happen over the last 300 events 👏👏👏

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Announcing our new parkrun pacer vests!
We now have pacer vests for the following times: 20min, 25min, 30min, 35min and 40min.
These are available each Saturday for anyone who wants to run around our course at one of these times. Just let the Run Director know on the day that this is something you want to do, pick up a vest, set your watch and go!
... You would need a running watch, and set your pace as follows:
20 mins = 06:26/mile = 04:00/km 25 mins = 08:03/mile = 05:00/km 30 mins = 09:39/mile = 06:00/km 35 mins = 11:16/mile = 07:00/km 40 mins = 12:52/mile = 08:00/km
It's a fantastic way to help fellow parkrunners. You don't have to be per-second perfect, just in and around the time. It's also an official parkrun volunteer role so you'll get a volunteer credit for being a pacer!
Our very first pacer at Derry City parkrun is Andy McInroy, running around our course in 25mins. Thanks Andy!!!
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How can I take part in the Derry City 5k parkrun? - A quick guide to joining your first parkrun.
✅ Register for parkrun at http://www.parkrun.org.uk/register/ ✅ Print your barcode
... ✅ Arrive at Foyle Marina before 9.30am ✅ Listen to the briefing
✅ Walk, jog or run, parkrun is a run, not a race
✅ Collect a place marker token when crossing the finish line ✅ Get your barcode and token scanned ✅ Remember to hand the token back ✅ Thank the Volunteers ✅ Smile! 😊 ✅ Have a ☕️ and a chat
We'd love to have you join us at our parkrun this weekend. Registration is quick and easy and the only thing you need to do before you come to our parkrun is print a sheet of your personal barcodes given to you during online registration and bring one of the barcodes with you on the day.
parkrun is totally free and is there for everyone of all abilities to participate in, you can walk, run or jog at your own pace, we are here to help you incorporate physical activity into your weekend routine.
Derry City 5k parkrun starts at 9.30am every Saturday so aim to arrive at about 10-15 minutes beforehand to get your bearings. The pre-run briefing will provide details about the route, and you can also ask any of our amazing Volunteers questions - they will be only too happy to help you...and remember the most important thing about parkrun is to have fun 😊
Here is where you can register and get your parkrun barcode: http://www.parkrun.org.uk/register/
There is also a separate Derry City junior parkrun for 4-14 year olds. This event is run by a different team from a different location on Sundays at 9:30am, please see here for further details: https://www.facebook.com/DerryCityJuniorp arkrun/
See you soon!
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Really enjoyed my parkrun at Derry City. My first time doing this run and I will definitely be back to have another go. Running across the bridge was amazing.

Nice welcome at Derry parkrun today and a good run in wet and windy conditions. Good to run in with Brian on his 2nd only parkrun and pushing a PB which he achieved. Great going with a really nice crowd and excellent and very welcome coffee and cakes in the café at the Finish. :)

Me and the hubby were up in Derry for a night away and decided to hit the park run. I couldn’t not leave a review I loved this. The run itself was a lot tougher than I was expecting but it ended up being my fastest 5km ever. The thing that stood out for me at this park run was the support. They had group completing their first 5km today and they where right up front with another group that where progressing from 5km and aiming for pbs. The marshals where really supportive of everyone but they give an extra shout to both groups along the route. This is what park run is all about! Amazing, I loved the vibe and if I’m back this way I will def hit up this park run again.

Lovely event today. Great way to begin marathon weekend. As always volunteers are friendly and accommodating. Lovely breakfast afterwards in little cafe at start line. Thanks again for a great morning. #castlewellanparkrunontour

I was coaching a couch to 5k group and our first 5k was Derry City parkrun. We were made to feel so welcome by the Team and everyone was so friendly and supportive. Thank you all

Great welcome to new runners, fantastic bunch

Derry City parkrun Event number 303 20th April 2019
This week 141 people ran, jogged and walked the course, of whom 19 were first timers and 32 recorded new Personal Bests. Representatives of 24 different clubs took part. We welcomed visitors from Carrickfergus, Limavady, three different Dublin parkruns and some visitors from Bristol, Bracknell and Tonbridge in England. Congratulations to Ronan Healy who ran his 50th parkrun today.
... The event was made possible by 12 volunteers: Justin WALKER • Anne HUTTON • Peter MORROW • Ian GRAHAM • Conn O'NEILL • Aisling ARMSTRONG • George ROW • Gemma TAGGART • Toni COYLE • Diarmuid ARMSTRONG • Laurence MAHER • Leala-Maia DONNELLY • Sarah GRANT(pacer) and Andy, McINROY (pacer)
Today's full results and a complete event history can be found on the Derry City parkrun Results Page.: http://www.parkrun.org.uk/derrycity/resul ts/weeklyresults/…

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Really enjoyed my parkrun at Derry City. My first time doing this run and I will definitely be back to have another go. Running across the bridge was amazing.

Nice welcome at Derry parkrun today and a good run in wet and windy conditions. Good to run in with Brian on his 2nd only parkrun and pushing a PB which he achieved. Great going with a really nice crowd and excellent and very welcome coffee and cakes in the café at the Finish. :)

Me and the hubby were up in Derry for a night away and decided to hit the park run. I couldn’t not leave a review I loved this. The run itself was a lot tougher than I was expecting but it ended up being my fastest 5km ever. The thing that stood out for me at this park run was the support. They had group completing their first 5km today and they where right up front with another group that where progressing from 5km and aiming for pbs. The marshals where really supportive of everyone but they give an extra shout to both groups along the route. This is what park run is all about! Amazing, I loved the vibe and if I’m back this way I will def hit up this park run again.

Lovely event today. Great way to begin marathon weekend. As always volunteers are friendly and accommodating. Lovely breakfast afterwards in little cafe at start line. Thanks again for a great morning. #castlewellanparkrunontour

I was coaching a couch to 5k group and our first 5k was Derry City parkrun. We were made to feel so welcome by the Team and everyone was so friendly and supportive. Thank you all

Great welcome to new runners, fantastic bunch

Derry City parkrun Event number 303 20th April 2019
This week 141 people ran, jogged and walked the course, of whom 19 were first timers and 32 recorded new Personal Bests. Representatives of 24 different clubs took part. We welcomed visitors from Carrickfergus, Limavady, three different Dublin parkruns and some visitors from Bristol, Bracknell and Tonbridge in England. Congratulations to Ronan Healy who ran his 50th parkrun today.
... The event was made possible by 12 volunteers: Justin WALKER • Anne HUTTON • Peter MORROW • Ian GRAHAM • Conn O'NEILL • Aisling ARMSTRONG • George ROW • Gemma TAGGART • Toni COYLE • Diarmuid ARMSTRONG • Laurence MAHER • Leala-Maia DONNELLY • Sarah GRANT(pacer) and Andy, McINROY (pacer)
Today's full results and a complete event history can be found on the Derry City parkrun Results Page.: http://www.parkrun.org.uk/derrycity/resul ts/weeklyresults/…

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Really enjoyed my parkrun at Derry City. My first time doing this run and I will definitely be back to have another go. Running across the bridge was amazing.

Nice welcome at Derry parkrun today and a good run in wet and windy conditions. Good to run in with Brian on his 2nd only parkrun and pushing a PB which he achieved. Great going with a really nice crowd and excellent and very welcome coffee and cakes in the café at the Finish. :)

Me and the hubby were up in Derry for a night away and decided to hit the park run. I couldn’t not leave a review I loved this. The run itself was a lot tougher than I was expecting but it ended up being my fastest 5km ever. The thing that stood out for me at this park run was the support. They had group completing their first 5km today and they where right up front with another group that where progressing from 5km and aiming for pbs. The marshals where really supportive of everyone but they give an extra shout to both groups along the route. This is what park run is all about! Amazing, I loved the vibe and if I’m back this way I will def hit up this park run again.

Lovely event today. Great way to begin marathon weekend. As always volunteers are friendly and accommodating. Lovely breakfast afterwards in little cafe at start line. Thanks again for a great morning. #castlewellanparkrunontour

I was coaching a couch to 5k group and our first 5k was Derry City parkrun. We were made to feel so welcome by the Team and everyone was so friendly and supportive. Thank you all

Great welcome to new runners, fantastic bunch