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*John Hatton and Conwy run director Gwyn Williams (back row, far left), with some of the many willing volunteers at the start and finish area. Perfect weather for 400 plus runners as Conwy parkrun celebrated its 400th event. Report by Don Hale. PICTURE SPECIAL by Don Hale https://donhaleblog.blogspot.com www.welshmastersathletics.co.uk   It was a perfect  morning at Conwy parkrun last Saturday morning with warm, bright sunshine, for over four-hundred athletes, walkers, and volunteers as they commemorated their 400th event. Blessed with unusually good weather, very little wind, and with an atmospheric touch of mist in the distance surrounding the iconic Conwy Castle, people from all parts of the country boosted the number of local entrants to this regular run, with everyone determined to enjoy and celebrate this special occasion. The event also helped to raise awareness of mental health issues and included a brief presentation by  Conwy Mind  at the start, who highlig...

More blue runners wanted for this Saturday at Conwy parkrun for International Nurses Day and the NHS. Report by Don Hale. https://donhaleblog.blogspot.com   Following my previous blog report (*6/5/24), and my request for runners to wear something blue at Conwy parkrun on Saturday 18th May, to commemorate their 400th parkrun, we also have an excellent opportunity to show our support this week for the NHS and International Nurses’ Day, on Saturday 12th May at Conwy, with a similar request for runners to also wear something blue. Bethan Wyn Roberts  (*pictured above), has inquired: “ Is it possible for you to put a shout out on your blog for  International Nurses Day , and to encourage people to run in blue to show their support for the NHS? “International Nurses’ Day is actually on Sunday 12th May, but we will be celebrating at Conwy parkrun on this  Saturday 11th May . We would really appreciate anything you can do to make sure park runners are aware of wearing some...

Blue runners wanted for 400th Conwy parkrun on 18th May! NWRRC official and Conwy parkrun volunteer and regular MC John Hatton says he is trying to attract 400 runners for the 400th Conwy parkrun on Saturday 18th May. Entry parkrun is free for all parkruns, and it starts from the RSPB site near Conwy each Saturday starting at 9am.  He confirmed: “It’s Mental Health Awareness Week that week, so I have spoken to  Mind Conwy . Their colour is blue, so I am trying to encourage people to run in blue, or to even wear some fancy dress costumes.” *John Hatton  is pictured (*above) at Conwy parkrun.

Non-stop action in six-goal thriller for Kinmel Bay. Kinmel bay FC (3) v Abergele FC (3)  23 March 2024 played in St Asaph.   Special match report and photos courtesy of Barry Griffiths – media officer Kinmel Bay FC. Cold and windy but a sunny day saw wall to wall action from these local teams in the Worth Wales Coast East Football League Premier Division. Kinmel Bay warmed up in the Conwy Mind shirts to raise more awareness that mental health needs to be taken seriously by all of us. No score and 24 minutes in the Bay’s  Leon Bower  received a red card putting them a man down for the rest of the match. Despite this loss the team pulled round to hold Abergele to a 3 all draw, a commendable performance and example of determination in teamwork.  For the match there was no score until the end of the first half when Abergele’s  Dominic Holland  assisted by  Ryan Jones  drove home his first of two goals. The Bay equalised 12 minutes later when...

Nearly £7k raised for Conwy Mind following special Seal Splash Sea Dip event... Report by Don Hale. Photos by Gareth Southworth. https://donhaleblog.blogspot.com   There was a massive turn-out for a special cold water ‘Seal Splash’ Sea Dip from Colwyn Bay promenade, last Sunday afternoon, which helped to raise nearly £7k for Conwy Mind. Despite the cool and blustery conditions, dozens of brave entrants supported this unusual fundraising event, with many people wearing colourful fancy dress outfits, or bright swimming costumes, before entering the chilly waters. John Hatton , one of the hard-working charity promoters, confirmed:  “We had a great event at Colwyn Bay yesterday, the Seal Splash, a Sea Dip organised by Conwy Mind to raise funds. I was asked to help with the event, and it was a tremendous success with the intention of raising a few thousand pounds. “We eventually made £6,900. It was a really great atmosphere, and even the weather was kind to us, and Gareth Southwort...

Fancy a challenge to kick start 2024? https://donhaleblog.blogspot.com Why not sign up to the   Conwy Mind   Seal Splash, a cold water dip fundraising event that we are delighted to be sponsoring!  Looking after our mental health is incredibly important to Tom Owen and Son and therefore Kelly and Tris will be getting involved!  Special thanks to  Parisellas Ice Cream Parlour  for offering 50% off a hot drink for participants and  SMASHED JCT  for donating a prize for the best dressed! With proven health benefits you will not only be improving the lives of others by helping raise vital funds but also improving your own wellbeing!  *It's only £5 to sign up and if you fundraise £50 or more you will get your own crocheted Seren the Seal! Sign up here:  https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/.../conwy-mind-seal-splash... *ALSO: Read the fascinating story about the development of Tom Owen and Son, from my previous blog report from November 2023.   ...

  https://donhaleblog.blogspot.com Mental Elf Festive 5k Fun Run – Sunday 26th November at 12-noon.   Come and join in the fun and take part in a special Festive Fun Run to help raise funds for Conwy Mind. Organisers have arranged for a 5k Fun Run from  Stadiwn CSM  (Eirias Park), at Colwyn Bay, on Sunday 26th November 2023, starting at 12-noon.    *Tickets are now available starting from £10. Please register in advance. Please see the website:  conwymindmentalelf.co.uk