A small group of the more ardent, dedicated runners set of from Little Wenlock at 9am on Christmas day for their annual pilgrimage to the great Wrekin. Overnight, the mist had set in and it was a real 'pea souper'. Visibility was down to about 20meters.

As the group ascended the mountain via the zig zags they suddenly broke through the cloud and everything became crystal clear. It was like a different world. How better to spend Christmas morning!

On the main tourist path the group happened upon a large crowd of athletic looking types dressed in red suits with white beards.

Further up the path Grace and Pete Hough and eventually at the summit another gathering of Telford Harriers making merry. Champaign was flowing and smoked salmon being consumed. A perfect way to celebrate the marriage of Michelle and Spencer who had tied the knot on the previous day.

The atmosphere at the summit was indescribable. I’ve never quite seen such a brilliant view of the low lying cloud. So foggy down below but yet bright and clear up on top.

Darren, if you your photos came out then please let me have a couple for the web. Cheers.

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