Omagh parkrun returns this weekend

On your marks… get set… Go down to Omagh Leisure Complex this Saturday at 9.30am and take part in the much-anticipated return of Omagh’s parkrun.

This will be the first time that Omagh’s largest running group have collectively laced up their running shoes since March of last year, and enthusiasts will be glad that the incentive to swap badly behaved Friday nights for fresh Saturday mornings has returned.

Event director, Peter Dolan, told the UH, “We can’t wait to get back in action!”

“Everyone has been keen to get back running with the group for a long time now, and finally the wait is over.”

Peter is full of excitement and good feeling about the return of Omagh parkrun, but he is obliged to mention a few changes that everyone in attendance will have to be mindful of.

“The park run has had to change as the times have necessitated, so people will be asked to abide by social distancing measures where at all possible, and we would ask everyone to have patience when heading through the finishing funnel – but don’t worry, everything will be explained before we set out.”

However, Peter’s prevailing tone is one of positivity and hope. “It’s been a confusing time for many people,” he said.

“But the return of the Saturday morning parkrun gives people a focal point for the week.- an opportunity to blow off steam after a week of work, and also starting the weekend on sociable, healthy footing.”

So whether you are someone who never missed a parkrun before and have been itching to get back, or you are someone who feels like you want to launch a new post-lockdown routine, come along on Saturday morning and enjoy the run and the company.