The opening round of 2023 North East Harrier League kicked off at Wrekenton and the damp conditions and intermittent showers provided competitors with some more challenging conditions than the usual sun-bleached grasslands.
The weather did nothing to dappen spirits as 1,500 competitors faced the undulating multi-terrain course of the former lion park at Lambton Castle Estate.
The opening fixture of 2022/23 Start Fitness North East Harrier League season at Wrekenton saw over 1,350 athletes competing across the 10-race programme including more than 100 under 11's.
