Sunday

A COVENTRY WAY

Sunday April 12th is the date for the 2015 ‘A Coventry Way Challenge. The 40 mile circular route follows a series of footpaths and bridleways, starting and finishing at The Queens Head pub here in Meriden, thanks to the support of Lawrence and Caroline at the pub. The 250 entry limit was reached by the end of January. Those signed up to take part have come from all over - Sheffield, Bristol, Pontypool , Bolton, St Albans, Paignton , Bradford, Matlock, Ely, Ringwood (Hampshire), Needham Market (Suffolk), Wallasey (Cheshire).There is even an entry from Aspe in Spain. Many also are more local, such as Mark Swift and Martin Townend from Allesley. Mark is taking part in his 15th consecutive Challenge (600 miles), whilst for Martin it is his 14th event. After 10 circuits, each of these two was presented with a special 400 mile T-shirt. This year it will be the turn of Peter Ibison from Brownhills who is entered and hopes to complete his 10th circuit to gain that special T-shirt. During February every effort has been put in to make sure that the whole 40 mile route is clear of undergrowth and brambles. Also the route has been checked to ensure that it is still easy to follow the “Coventry Way” waymark signs. Hopefully the weather will be kind to all taking part.

Further information about A Coventry Way may be obtained from the web-site www.acoventryway.org.uk

George Kacarevic is congratulated by Bob Carey on completing his 40 mile challenge (the full 40 mile challenge repeated 10 times). The record is 14 times!