Well, WE DID IT!! Here are my pics......



We got there in good time, and before going in we had to pin on our numbers.....

Once inside Manchester Central (aka the GMEX) the athmosphere built up and there were THOUSANDS of Balloons!!







Outside we were standing in the queue for what felt like ages, but considering the number of people it was not too bad really!!!


















We made the first 13 miles easily, if a bit slowly and frustrated at having to dodge the crowd, by mile 13 it thinned out a bit, then by mile 21 we were all in pain and longing for the end.... which by Mile 25 was delightfully in sight!!

So.... we made the last stretch, then collaped on the floor and enjoyed bacon rolls and cups of warm brown liquid....



Then we dragged ourselves to the station - managing to go the wrong way and walking MUCH further than we needed to!!! Just what we needed!!!









We made it back to Lime St.... Medals around our necks, sore feet, aching limbs but really happy. We had a GREAT experience, despite the pain, and we're already planning more walks as training for next year!!!