THE pitter-patter of hundreds of trainer-clad feet flooded through Abingdon for the 34th annual town marathon today.
A roar of runners took to the roads from Tilsley Park and worked their way round the 26-mile route after a foggy 9am start.
The marathon attracts crowds of runners, local clubs and also charities to help out on the day.
A team of runners took to the track from Abingdon Athletics Club including Becks Compton, Mark Lewy, Laura Wilson, David Morgan and John Newton.
Ms Compton, who was running her second marathon, said: "I ran my first marathon in Brighton in April, but actually had broken ribs at the time.
"So today I was obviously feeling a lot better before the race and just determined to do it again really.
"I have been doing a 22-week programme of training, which includes running about three times a week and then cycling as well.
"Before the race you always think why am I doing this, but afterwards you do feel an enormous sense of achievement."
The first runner made the finish line in a time of 2:30:39.
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