Weekend races cancelled

The weather has taken its toll on the local racing action, with the Gloucester Christmas 5m cancelled and the Downs Fitness Christmas Challenge also off. Organizer Mike Down took the decision based on the current conditions and the forecasted drop in temperature, making the roads around the Clifton Downs treacherous. All is not lost, as both races are to be rescheduled in the new year. Down as decided that Sunday 2nd January will be the new date, although some athletes may well be taking part in the 1st Chance 10k down in Exeter!