New Wainwright Record for Steve Birkinshaw
Steve Birkinshaw, orienteer, multiple mountain marathon, adventure race winner and son of our own Sue Birkinshaw started out from Keswick on 14th June 2014 attempting to complete a circuit on foot of all 214 "Wainwright" tops. Many hours have been spent picking the best route on maps and refining the lines on the ground. The route is around 511km with 36000m of ascent - an amazing undertaking.
The old record for a continuous route of all 214 tops was held by the legendary Joss Naylor at 7 days 1 hour and 25. Steve set a new record of 6 days and 13 hours (almost exactly) when he arrived in Keswick tonight. See the blog http://stevebirkinshaw-wainwright2014.blogspot.co.uk/ for reports, which includes an eye watering simulation of the route.
Steve invited people to run with him for the last section from Newlands Hause into Keswick where there was a massive welcoming crowd. He is raising funds for his chosen MS charities and all donations would be much appreciated. Links to these charities can be found on http://stevebirkinshaw-wainwright2014.blogspot.co.uk/
Well done, Steve!
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