THE second running of the Storm the Fort 10K took place on Sunday, September 13, welcoming runners to a challenging and enjoyable multi-terrain event in Plymouth.

Starting from the picturesque Woodland Park, participants tackled a demanding two-lap course through Woodland Woods and the surrounding area. The route offered a varied running experience, combining woodland trails, grass sections and quiet roads, testing runners' endurance and adaptability across different terrain types.

Despite the challenging nature of the course, competitors embraced the event's unique character, enjoying the scenic surroundings and supportive atmosphere throughout the race. The combination of natural woodland paths and road sections provided an engaging course that kept runners focused from start to finish.

The race concluded with a memorable finish at the historic Woodland Fort, Crownhill, where participants were rewarded with well-earned commemorative medals in recognition of their achievement.

A special feature of the event's medal was revealed after the race. The medal awarded this year forms part of a unique five-year collectable series, with each annual medal making up one section of a larger design.

Runners who collect all five medals over the coming years will eventually reveal a complete image of Woodland Fort, creating a lasting keepsake and an extra incentive to return year after year.

Teignbridge Trotters were out in force and enjoyed an excellent day at Storm the Fort, with Benj Akyol leading the way, taking overall victory in 38:45.

Other standout performances included Roger Easterbrook in 3rd (40:50), Harley Law in 5th (42:38) and first female Chloe Olford in 7th overall (43:15).

Teignbridge Trotters finishers were: Benj Akyol 1st (38:45), Roger Easterbrook 3rd (40:50), Harley Law 5th (42:38), Chloe Olford 7th (43:15), Ryan Astbury 9th (44:22), Melanie Brooks 10th (44:34), Helen Anthony 11th (44:36), Duncan Knight 12th (45:04), Chloe Weeks 14th (46:34), Steve Weeks 16th (46:56).

Continued: Guy Jary 21st (48:36), Alan Kember 26th (49:55), Christian Robinson 28th (50:26), Roger Hayes 29th (50:39), Laura Holland 32nd (51:34), Kathryn Steemson 40th (52:31), Derek Skinner 49th (53:27), Kim Knight 53rd (54:20), Lucy Evans 57th (55:16), Adam Doherty 61st (56:24), Eyvoll Aston 62nd (56:37), Nigel Barnett 64th (57:00), Corinne Bright 67th (57:38), Andrew Morton 74th (58:51), Jess Hayes 75th (58:52), Claire Gillard 77th (59:33).

Continued: Shaz Sharples 85th (1:01:41), Neil Tampkins 91st (1:02:45), Rachel Thorn 94th (1:03:53), Peter Aston 101st (1:05:17), Deb Skinner 106th (1:05:36), Matthew Stout 113th (1:06:59), Michelle Doherty 116th (1:07:20), Sarah Blanchard 129th (1:10:13), Susanne Westgate 142nd (1:17:10) and Abbie Barnett 143rd (1:17:40).

Congratulations to everyone who took part and successfully stormed the fort!