What a day! On Sunday, we had the pleasure of being part of the Plymouth Running Festival, where thousands of determined runners took on the challenging 5k, 10k, and half marathon courses.
Wet Start, Fast Finishes
To say it was “a bit damp” would be a serious understatement. As runners stood in their pens, waiting to take off on to the rain-soaked streets of Plymouth, spirits were already high and so was the water level!
But once the starting horn went off, there was no looking back. Soon the 5K runners were streaming into the finisher’s marquee, followed closely by the 10K group, and then flying in at unbelievable speeds, the half marathon leaders.
Despite the cold and wet, the cool temperatures turned out to be ideal for fast racing. It was incredible to see so many of my coaching and sports massage clients smash their PBs and cross the line absolutely beaming. Being there to witness that kind of joy firsthand was inspiring and a rare treat!
From Finish Lines to Recovery Time
As the runners returned, the sun came out and we got into gear. Jess handled the crowds like a pro, while I was busy setting people up with Hyperice Normatec 3 compression leggings and massage guns for some post-run relief.
I’ll admit, I got a bit caught up in all the conversations about running and the race day buzz. So much so, I completely forgot to explain why we were even there! Thankfully, Jess stepped in with flyers, cards, and her usual focus, telling people all about our exciting project down at Fursdon Farm.
What’s Happening at Fursdon Farm?
So, here’s what I should have said on race day…
At Fursdon Farm, I’ve brought together my two biggest passions together: running and the Cornish countryside, trying to create something unique specialised runners’ recovery breaks.
Whether you’re training for your next marathon or just need a real break, here’s what you’ll find:
- 🛏️ Luxury glamping pods in the peaceful countryside
- 🦵 Modern recovery tools like the Normatec 3 compression system, massage guns, and the Lumi Pod Pro Ice Barrel with a mini chiller
- 🧘♀️ A stretch & relaxation room for morning yoga, midday meditation, or post-run stretching
- 🏞️ Epic local running routes, from scenic hills and winding country lanes to the epic trails over the rugged beauty of Caradon Moor
- 💆♂️ And yes—on-site sports massage to help ease those last lingering aches
We know runners are great at pushing hard… but not always so great at recovering well. That’s where we come in.
Final Thoughts
Sunday reminded us how powerful and welcoming the running community can be, even in the pouring rain! We loved every minute of it.
If you’re ready to train hard and recover right, come and see what we’re building at Fursdon Farm. Your legs and your mind will thank you.
To book or for more information, just go to the contact page and get in touch or go straight to the Fursdon Farm page and add “The Recovery Package” to your booking.
