Alzheimer’s Society Eric Abbott introduced the charity. They have been grateful beneficiaries of support from Burnham Joggers for a number of years and gave an update on their activities in the Beaconsfield area over the last 12 months.

Pepper Foundation Nell Neale introduced the charity and their representative Dave Beven  enlightened the club with a description of their support for nursing.

Lighthouse Mick Driver nominated this local charity and their representative explained how the charity ran one week summer ‘camps’ for local children in South Bucks.

Chiltern Prostate Cancer Support Group John Irwin introduced Andrew Scott- Priestley, the Chairman of the support group, who outlined their activities over the last year in raising the awareness of Prostate Cancer in the both the male & female population. Burnham Joggers are one of the main contributors to this charity.

Padstones Eric also introduced the Chairman of Padstones, who are based in Burnham High Street. They provide accommodation for local homeless children.

All the charities greatly appreciated the efforts of Burnham Joggers in organising events that benefit their causes.

** Club Championship Event **

When:Monday, 7 May 2012 19:00
Where:Chesham 1879 Lawn Tennis and Squash Club, Pednor Road, Chesham, HP5 2JU
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Cranleigh 15/21 – Normal Entries – Affiliated £11.50

The course goes through beautiful countryside and is relatively flat with a few undulations.  The 15-mile event consists of a nine-mile lap to the south and east of Cranleigh followed by a six-mile lap to the west of Cranleigh.  The 21-mile event repeats the six-mile loop.

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When:Sunday, 25 March 2012 09:00
Where:Cranleigh, GU6 8AF
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Sign up and briefing meeting Tuesday 27th March 2012 at 19:30. To be held at Burnham Cricket Club, Taplow Common Road, Burnham, SL1 8LP.

There will be a maximum of 24 places on this course. Participants should have a reasonable level of general fitness and must be committed to carry out jog sessions on 2 further days each week in addition to the 8 coaching evenings. At the end of the course there will be an opportunity to take part in a 5 km run. The aim is to enable attendees to be able to run 5 km without stopping by the end of the course through a structured walk and jog plan. A certificate will be awarded on completion of the course. If you have any health concerns, please contact your GP for advice before applying.

Course fee £16

To reserve a place please use the contact form on our About page.

In the interest of runner safety the Black Park parkrun this coming Saturday, 11th February, is cancelled. Please pass on the message.

Fred

A parking permit works out cheaper if you visit more then 18 times a year and is also valid for Langley and Denham Country Parks.

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When:Sunday, 13 May 2012 09:30
Where:Higginson Park, Marlow, Bucks
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When:Sunday, 15 July 2012 09:30
Where:The Rye, Bassetsbury Lane, High Wycombe, HP11 1QX
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When:Sunday, 15 July 2012 09:30
Where:The Rye, Bassetsbury Lane, High Wycombe, HP11 1QX
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