What a turnout – 35 fantastic Dee runners representing us across various races and parkruns this weekend.
Races
First up we had Jo Galt running the half marathon in Worthing with her family. Jo smashed it with an impressive time of 1.58 which was a PB ❤️. Amazing running Jo
Then we had the hugely successful turn out on the Belfast marathon on Sunday 3rd May. Huge respect to all 7 Dee Runners taking on the full Belfast marathon. Finishing a marathon is no small matter and the fact that some even came away with PBS makes it extra special. It really shows the consistency, discipline and mental grit they’ve put in over months of training. Congrats to you all.
| Dee Runner | Chip Time |
| Dave Burns | 4.45 |
| Gary Rolston | 3.42 |
| Kady Kane | 4.07 |
| Lewis Getty | 4.48 |
| Michael Boyd | 3.02 |
| Michael Broadhead | 4.17 |
| Tom Hinds | 3.51 |
We also have a very impressive turnout of 5 relay teams for the Belfast marathon. This really brings such a great team atmosphere – everyone playing their part, supporting each other, and sharing the finish line buzz. Huge thanks to Cara and Rachel S for organising and Amy for picking up all the race packs for the teams. Amazing effort from all 5 teams.
Team 1 ( 3.59) – Lauren, Paul, Paul, Jill, Tom
Team 2 (4.18) – Cara, Graham, Andrea, Andy, Amy
Team 3 (4.15) – Jo, Anna, Fiona, Claire, Gemma
Team 4 (4.16) – Ally, Ally, Nick, Peter, Shelley
Team 5 (4.10) – Diane, Dave, Ali, Mark, Colin
Big thanks to Michael and his wife Susie for hosting the post Belfast marathon club BBQ and drinks after at their house. It was the perfect way to round off a very successful day. It highlights the spirit of the club, not just the running but the community behind it. I hope everyone had very sore heads the next day.
Park Run
Well done Lynsey! Second week in a row with another PB. Fantastic running. Thanks to Diane Finlay for volunteering at Bangor Park run – an amazing 43 times. That’s incredible dedication!
| Park Runner | Location | Time |
| Will Robinson | Bangor | 20.55 |
| Rachel Lynn | Bangor | 26.23 |
| Lynsey Monteith | Bangor | 30.10 |
| Nigel Barton | Bangor | 31.59 |
Training
This week’s training will be 6.30pm
| Date | Coach | Training | Meeting point |
| 6th May 2026 | Jon | Sprints | Commons |
Don’t forget we have our 6pm Monday social runs meeting at the slipway (always check the group chat for confirmation) . We had 14 runners this week enjoying the lovely weather and catch ups to start off the week in a positive glow.
Also Strength and Conditioning class Tuesday 6.15-7pm at glow up gym in Bangor.
Future Races ahead
| Date | Oncoming races | Signed up Runners |
| MAY | ||
| 08/05/2026 | Run the Runways 5K/10K | Rachel Lynn, Shelley Rolston, Will Robinson Peter Kelly. The Finlays. |
| 16/05/2026 | The Coast 10K/Half Marathon | |
| 23/05/2026 | Ballyclaire May Fair 5K/10K | |
| JUNE 5/6/26 | CS Lewis 5 mile | Will Robinson |
| 17/06/2026 | Lisburn 10K/Half Marathon | Shelley and Cara Rolston |
| 19/06/2026 | Comber 10K | Gary Rolston, Claire McBride, Tom Hind, Dave McCready, Andy Payne, Rachel Lynn, Will Robinson, Lewis Getty, Peter Kelly, Alastair Mc Queen, Cara Rolston |
| 21/06/2026 | Ironman 70.3 Westfriesland (Holland) | Joanne Gillam |
| 21/06/2026 | Women’s only Belfast 10K | Shelley Rolston, Dianne Finlay, Gemma Campbell, Lauren Cudlip, Amy Burns |
| 26/06/2026 | Ards Half Marathon | Rachel Stewart, Alastair McQueen, Lauren Cudlip, Maria Waugh, Anna Savage, Dave Burns, Will Robinson |
| JULY | ||
| 17/07/2026 | Sea to Sky 10K | Amy Burns |
| 22/07/2026 | Donaghadee 5K | Everyone where possible to help Marshall |
| 29/07/2026 | Club 5K run for medal | Everyone |
Rachel Lynn
Dee Runners 
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