Trail Trotters
A recent Trail Trotters outing brought together a brilliant mix of new and returning students, all eager to take on a long circular route from near Cold East Cross up to Top Tor. The weather set an atmospheric scene: misty but dry, with a gentle chill in the air — perfect running conditions once everyone warmed up. Spirits were high from the start, and the group set off at a confident, steady pace.
Along the route, runners kept a respectful distance from the local sheep and enjoyed the bonus of spotting Dartmoor ponies grazing in the mist — always a highlight.
Despite the long distance, every participant completed the run with time to spare, showing great teamwork, pacing and resilience. For many of the newcomers, it was their longest off‑road run so far, and they rose to the challenge impressively.
A fantastic effort from everyone — Trail Trotters continues to grow stronger each week!