10 great pictures of this year's GPW Recruitment St Helens 10K

Official data shows more than 1400 runners or walkers completed the course on a bright but chilly Sunday morning.

The course, which again started and finished at Saints' Totally Wicked stadium, saw streams of runners snake through St Helens town centre, up North Road and around Victoria Park.

Those elements were part of an undulating and arduous route, designed by the Steve Prescott Foundation to present a rigorous challenge.

Starting the climb up North Road (Image: Dave Gillespie)

The event once again drew club runners, groups of friends and fundraisers.

It was again won by St Helens runner Matt Crehan, who clocked a time of 31.08, just ahead of second place Jon-Jo Doherty, of Liverpool Harriers, in 31.09.

Matt Crehan and Jon-Joe Doherty race down North Road (Image: Dave Gillespie)

Matt had a very special spectator to watch his triumph this year, as his baby boy James was among the crowds.

Lucy Fairclough was the first woman over the line in 37.22.

The event took place in bright but chilly conditions (Image: Dave Gillespie)

Taylor Prescott - son of race founder Steve - prior to the race (Image: Dave Gillespie)

A runner heads through St Helens town centre (Image: Dave Gillespie)

All runners were cheered on by a large contingent of supporters, who gathered around the course, shouting encouragement and waving banners to create a special atmosphere.

Heading on to Corporation Street (Image: Dave Gillespie)

Saints legend James Roby, who retired from playing last year, was given the honour of starting the run.

Roby described being a guest at the "feel-good" event as a real privilege.

Did you spot this dinosaur along the route? (Image: Dave Gillespie)

A message from one proud little girl to her mummy (Image: Dave Gillespie)

Runners stream down North Road (Image: Dave Gillespie)

There was also the heartening site of seeing Steve Prescott Foundation manager Martin Blondel helping to organise proceedings along with volunteers.

Martin was recently released from hospital after a lengthy stay for treatment on abscesses that were found on his brain.

Your St Helens Star will have more pictures and stories from the St Helens 10K online on Monday. There will also be a special supplement in this week's print edition.

Readers can share pictures or stories with us by emailing news@sthelensstar.co.uk