Event: Forest of Dean, Beechenhurst Lodge (25 Sep 2005)
RESULTS

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With kind permission of Forest Enterprise, the Forest of Dean 5km cani-cross event on the 25 September 2005 was a huge success. We found an old overgrown logging track in the forest that hadn’t been used in 10 years and decided to open it up again. A dash of mud and some long sections made it a tough course but it seems the majority of the runners rather enjoyed the challenge despite the weeds grabbing at their ankles. We are always pleased to oblige!

We had great weather, fantastically well behaved beasties and the dogs were pretty good as well. The start times were rigid and this kept the flow of runners moving through the start line quickly and efficiently. The various breeds competing were quite stunning and too many to mention with the Afghan Hounds standing regally, staffies the size of miniatures next to the camera shy Great Dane (equally suited to eventing), border collies with all their fantastic enthusiasm, Siberian Huskies with their great pulling power and standard Poodles groomed for the occasion. Krufts couldn’t have had a better turnout!

Only one team (Chippy Agility Addicts) entered the team charity event taking the The Sundean Trophy (sponsored by Sundean Veterinary Clinic in the Forest of Dean). A total of £45 was raised for Dogs For the Disabled.

Thanks to all of you that ran, attended and cheered us all on, and as always, to our best mates for pulling us through the forest with speed, devotion and love. You always come first no matter what the finishing times are.

To the marshals and helpers that gave of their time freely, a huge thank you.

The last thank you must go to all our sponsors. Every competitor left the event with a goodie bag which would not have been possible without their support. To see the list of sponsors CLICK HERE.

Eileen

Photo gallery
The official photographer on the day was Chillpics who took stunning shots during the race, at the prize giving and spent time afterwards taking some amazing dog portraits (all of which can be viewed and prints purchased at www.myeventpictures.biz).

The following gallery is a selection of photos taken at this event. If you wish to obtain copies of the photos, click on a picture to see credits and photographers contact details if available.

If you have any photos taken on the day you would like us to include here, please email them to richard@cani-cross.co.uk