Cross country running was definitely an acquired taste, especially on a winter morning when you sploshed through muddy fields.
Or worse, there were the winter days when you battled to stay upright on icy lanes.
Here are nine cross country scenes to take you back to those unforgettable days from High Tunstall in 2007 to Summerhill in 2008 and 2010.
10. Tough work in Easington
The Easington Schools Partnership Cross Country competition saw hundreds of children turn up at St Bede's School in Peterlee in 2007. Photo: hm
11. Share your own memories
How about sharing your memories of the school lessons you loved and loathed. Email [email protected] Photo: hm
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