Violet Velocity Ventures

12/06/2026

Standing on Scotswood Bridge for the Blaydon Race! | Smiles, Cheers & North East Running Spirit

Forget running it this year – I had the best view point!

Armed with a loud voice and plenty of enthusiasm, I spent the evening on Scotswood Bridge cheering on every single lad and lass tackling the iconic Blaydon Race. The smiles, waves, thumbs up and occasional grimace made for a fantastic night of spectating.

The Blaydon Race is one of the North East's most loved running traditions. First held in 1981, the 5.9-mile route follows the journey described in George "Geordie" Ridley's famous 1862 song, "The Blaydon Races", and takes place each year on the 9th of June. Before the runners set off, the crowd joins together to sing the famous anthem – a tradition that never fails to raise the hairs on the back of your neck.

From my spot on Scotswood Bridge, I got to witness thousands of determined runners making their way towards Blaydon, proving once again why this race is such a huge part of North East culture and running heritage.
To everyone who ran, volunteered, marshalled or supported – well done! What a night.

Forget running it this year – I had the best view point!Armed wit...

06/06/2026

Cycling + Friends = Good for the soul.

Good food on a cafe ride also helps.

06/06/2026

Can You Run a 10K in a Heatwave? | Druridge Bay 10K | VO2MAX Festival of Sport 🏃☀️

The VO2MAX Racing Events Festival of Sport brought us to the stunning Druridge Bay for a very warm and very challenging 10K!
With temperatures soaring, it definitely felt like a tough day at the office, but the atmosphere more than made up for it. From the incredible volunteers cheering every runner on to the smiling faces around the course, this event reminded me why I love grassroots racing so much.
The support was second to none, the scenery was beautiful, and despite the heat there were plenty of smiles, laughs, and determination on display. Best of all? An ice cream at the finish line made everything worthwhile! 🍦😎
Join me as I take on the Druridge Bay 10K and soak up another fantastic day of racing with VO2MAX Racing Events.


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The VO2MAX Racing Events Festival of Sport brought us to the stunni...

06/06/2026

NEMAA 01.06.26
200m better result!

06/06/2026

NEMAA 01.06.26

Love the track, im not great at it but love the team spirit. Died a death in the 100m, earning a personal worst!

03/06/2026

Kirkharle Courtyard parkrun Returns! A Poetic Briefing, Sunshine & Eggs Benedict ☀️🏃‍♀️

Back to Kirkharle Courtyard parkrun for my second visit, and what a contrast to the first!

When I visited in March, the weather was cool, dull and distinctly spring-like. This time, Northumberland turned the heat up, serving us a very warm morning for our return trip. ☀️

The highlight before we even started? A run briefing that was quite literally poetic! It has to be one of the most unique parkrun briefings I've ever experienced.
This visit was made even better by having David along, (until he ran if and left me)! and as always, one of the best parts of parkrun was the people.
I enjoyed chatting with two lovely ladies about all things parkrun, tourism and the many adventures that come with chasing challenges and visiting new events.

After the run, we headed to The Running Fox, where David enjoyed his second-ever Eggs Benedict. Safe to say it's becoming a favourite!

Join us for another wonderful morning of running, chatting, community and cake (well... brunch!).

Back to Kirkharle Courtyard parkrun for my second visit, and what a contrast to the first!When I visited in March, the weather was cool, dull and distinctly ...

31/05/2026

Official photos from Clive Cookson 10k

22/05/2026

Brutal Headwind but Brilliant Support | Clive Cookson 10K 2026 🏃‍♀️💚 | North Shields Poly

The Clive Cookson 10K organised by North Shields Poly certainly made us work for it! 🥵🏃‍♀️

A challenging (or as others describe it fast and flat) two-loop course with roughly a mile-long uphill drag straight from the start before things finally eased off. Thankfully the supportive marshals around the course kept spirits high from start to finish 👏

Great atmosphere, a brilliant race t-shirt, and lovely to see so manyTeam Green from Blyth Running Club out in force 💚

Another cracking local race with plenty of encouragement and familiar faces along the way.



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The Clive Cookson 10K organised by North Shields Poly certainly mad...

22/05/2026

Parkrun Chaos Returns! 🎥🏃‍♀️ Four Weeks Off… Then I Forgot To Film Half Of It! | Gateshead parkrun
�After four long weeks unable to run, I was SO excited to finally get back to parkrun at for the Sun City Triathlon parkrun championship… but let’s just say the filming didn’t quite go to plan 😅
✔️ Filmed the sky for reasons unknown�✔️ Camera battery died�✔️ Thought I was recording when I absolutely wasn’t�✔️ Missed my hubby’s finish completely 🙈�✔️ Somehow changed the screen ratio mid-video�✔️ Forgot to film an outro
Basically… a YouTube masterclass in what NOT to do 🎬😂
But despite the chaos, it felt amazing to be back running, back seeing familiar faces, and back soaking up the brilliant parkrun atmosphere. Sometimes the imperfect days are the most memorable ones.
If you enjoy running vlogs, parkrun adventures, race day mishaps and keeping it real, you’re in the right place 💜

After four long weeks unable to run, I was SO excited to finally get back to parkrun at for the Sun City Triathlon parkrun championship… but let’s just say t...