AROUND 400 runners braved wet and windy conditions to run in Sunday’s Annual Mince Pie 10 Mile event.

This is organised by the Seaford Striders as its major charitable fundraising event.

This multi-terrain course, which has been voted one of the UK’s top ten races by the Runner’s World Magazine, is extremely popular.

The rain made for slippery conditions underfoot on the off road sections, particularly the downhill section to Pickers Hill Farm and along past Saltdean Football Club near the half way point.

This year’s winner was James Baker from Chichester AC in a time of 58:53 with the first female runner being Ali Guihen from Brighton & Hove AC in 1:09:48.

Seaford Striders were all involved with marshalling on the day so didn’t have any runners in the race.

Race sponsor David Jordan of Seaford Estate Agents had intended running but had to pull out beforehand injury.

A spokesman said: “Seaford Striders remain indebted to him for his continued sponsorship of this event, together with Inter Sport, who provided prizes for the first three ladies and the first three men to cross the line, together with a large number of spot prizes, which went to the many runners who turned out in fancy dress.

“Our most grateful thanks are reserved for all the many marshals and helpers from Seaford Striders and their family and friends; together with all the other helpers, who gave up their valuable time on a Sunday.”

A substantial sum was raised for this year’s chosen charity Headway, East Sussex which offers rehabilitation and support services for people with acquired brain injuries, their families and carers. Go to headwayeastsussex.gov.uk