Summary
Hundreds of people took part in the annual World Coal Carrying Championships in Gawthorpe, West Yorkshire. Participants carried sacks of coal over a distance of about 1,000 meters as part of this Easter tradition. The event started in 1963 and has grown in popularity, attracting people from all over the world.
Key Facts
- The World Coal Carrying Championships is held annually in Gawthorpe, West Yorkshire.
- This event takes place every Easter Monday.
- Racers carry sacks of coal 3,320 feet (about 1,000 meters) from the Royal Oak pub to Maypole Green.
- Men carry 50kg sacks and women carry 20kg sacks.
- Craig Heppenstall won the over-40s world champion title again this year.
- The race began as a casual challenge between men at a local pub in 1963.
- Places for this year's race sold out quickly, and it involved 165 children in fun runs.
- Good weather added to the success of this year's event.
