Let it Snow, let it Snow, let it snow, Conditions for the 2008 Challenge could not have been more different from the scorching sun of last years event. Although its not that big a suprise as its was almost a repeat of the 2006 weather.
A wet and sleety start soon gave way to a nice white covering on the ground as the compeditors made their climb up to the Chimney. The cold conditions did make the going a little firmer under foot than some years, with the bogs up to Black hill a little more like a "brown slush puppy" than the usual plodge.
A very big field this year with 527 walkers and 60 runners, although we did have a few no-shows.
The Hexham Courant did an piece on this years event which can be found on their website Hexham Courant
Once again, some impressive times:
| First Male Runner | Philip Addyman | 3.51 |
| First Female Runner | Louise Wilkinson | 4.40 |
| First Male Walker | Darren Kirby | 5.17 |
| First Female Walker | Maureen Parker | 6.39 |
We would like to thank all those who took part, this event is a major fundraiser for the team and without your support it would not be possible.
We would also like to thank the landowners, farmers and residents of Allendale, the Golden Lion Pub, Hexham ATC, Northumberland Emergency Planning, and George Stephenson School without whose cooperation the event could not be held.