1982 Leicester (Congerstone) 100 miles
On 20th August a strong field of 77 were set on their way by the Lord Mayor of Leicester in calm and pleasant conditions. 55 of them eventually returned to Leicester after a cold and windy night where almost everyone had to resort to wearing a track suit.
They were led home by Mike Holmes, son of Harry C303. Among the 33 new qualifiers were three female walkers, Irene Corlett finished in 3rd place with a magnificent time of 18 hours 54 minutes 5 seconds, Aaf de Rijk of Holland was some 2¾ hours behind her 18 hours 28 minutes 1 second set earlier in the year at St. Oedenrode.
The third of the three ladies was Sandra Brown of the Long Distance Walkers Association (L.D.W.A.) She had turned up with a rucksack and boots, not knowing what to expect. After being assured that her belongings would be kept safe and there would be no need for her boots, she completed the race in an average time, seemingly without any undue effort, collected her belongings and caught her train back to London. At the presentations held in Leicester, Miss McNeir, daughter of Eddie C375, presented the first McNeir Shield to 68 year old Jac Heidendaal C674.
1982 Leicester 100 miles; Programme
