Hosted by Brighouse Bumble Bees this was the Third edition of the Willow Valley Flyer following excellent feedback from previous years. Eccleshill had just one particiapant this year as Daniel Jenkins took on the challenge today ensuring the blue and whites were represented at this event. Beginning with 1.5 miles of uphill the 7.5 mile 1 lap multi terrain course incorporates road, bridleway and footpath. This is a run of very deceptive undulation, taking in rarely seen views of this part of Calderdale and Kirklees. The route took runners through the scenic Willow Valley Golf Course, which is predominantly road with a “splattering” of trail to keep the mud lovers smiling. Entry included a little bling to hang around your neck but more importantly a donation to Overgate Hospice. An optional technical tee shirt was available at an additional cost. In stark contrast to Saturday’s very warm weather, an overcast but dry and a tad chilly morning made for perfect running conditions after overnight rain threatened to reverse this. Dan finished in 58:31. Fantastic running, well done!
