We’ve had another great day for the Balfron 10k this year. Between the hail showers we managed to get everyone out and home in the dry, with a little sunshine too. We’d like to say a big thank-you to all our sponsors, volunteers, runners and spectators. This year we used the same professional chip-timing company […]
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Key Points Collect race number and timing chip between 9:00 and 10:30 on the day – come early to avoid a last-minute rush! Race starts 11am prompt Please DO NOT park on Roman Road Campus car park will close at 9:45 sharp and cars will not be able to leave until after the last 10k […]
Scotland’s Rugby Sevens captain Colin Gregor will kick off this year’s Mulberry Bush Montessori Balfron 10k. Colin, 33, a former pupil of Balfron High School, will officially start the popular running event in the shadow of the Campsie Hills on Sunday, April 26. Over 600 runners from all over central Scotland and further afield will […]
There are prizes for the fastest male and female runners of the 10k who live within the G63 postcode. Known as the Ricky Govan Memorial Trophies these are to commemorate the life of much-loved local runner Ricky Govan who tragically died in 2011. Ricky was a popular member of the local running club, who always […]
The Balfron 10k route is looking good! But look closely and there is a lot of litter about. Every year we have a pre-race litter pick to clean up the route. This year it will be on:- Sunday 19th April, 2pm at Balfron High School If you can spare an hour or two, please come […]
Runners will be helping to keep Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance (SCAA) in the skies when they take part in Mulberry Bush Montessori Balfron 10k on April 26. Some of the proceeds from the scenic Stirlingshire run will go towards the life-saving service as well as the village’s two schools. Enter now >>
Runners get ready – there’s only a few weeks to go before the 2015 Mulberry Bush Montessori 10k in Balfron. This year’s event, on Sunday, April 26, will see runners from all over central Scotland and further afield, tackle the spectacular route while raising funds for Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance. Now in its ninth year, […]
From the Daily Record Jan 12, 2015 14:52 By John Rowbotham Balfron’s 10k race will return this April. Calling all those looking to tackle the festive flab and get fit in the New Year – entries are now being taken for the 2015 Mulberry Bush Montessori 10k in Balfron. The 2015 event will take place […]
We are delighted to launch the 2015 Mulberry Bush Montessori Balfron 10k. This year’s date for your diary is Sunday 26th April. Now in its ninth year, the Balfron 10k is extremely popular with runners of all abilities. The officially measured course, chip-timing, winners’ prizes and professional organisation appeal to serious runners, while the friendly […]
Hopefully everyone is fit, healthy and shaken off any seasonal hangovers so how about setting a wee target for the New Year? New Year’s resolution? Inspired by the Commonwealth Games? Wanting to improve fitness, lose weight? Improve your PB? Whatever your motivation, it is good to have goals to aim for. The Mulberry Bush Montessori […]