Good results for Stamford Striders at Langtoft 3k Fun Run

Hundreds of runners took part in an event that has been drawing crowds since 1988.

Langtoft 10k and 3k races are a fundraiser for local groups and charities as well as being a popular event in the village calendar.

This year's event took place yesterday (Sunday, April 30), with 155 participating in the fun run and 290 completing the 10k.

Jake Henson from Stamford Striders Running Club came third in the 3km fun run, crossing the line in 11 minutes 37 seconds.

Team-mate Riley Peacock-Smith was eighth, clocking 12 minutes 53 seconds.

Avocet Williams from Stamford Striders was third girl, in 14 minutes, and her sister Noa was fifth girl, finishing 57 seconds later. Their younger brother, Foxx, ran the course in 19 minutes.

The Deeping Rotary 10k and 3k races are on Sunday, May 21 at Deepings Rugby Club in Spalding Road, Deeping St James. The fun run starts at 10am and the 10k road race at 11am. Both have chip timing.