Welcome to Lostock A.C.
The friendly running club

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About us
More than just a running club

This small but friendly club was first established in the early 1980s. It continues to go from strength to strength. Within the club, there is something for everyone, whether you run for pleasure, enjoy the social interactions, race competitively or want to try cycling and swimming.

Come and see what we are all about on Wednesday nights at 6:50pm for a 7:00pm start from the Horwich Leisure Centre foyer.

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Our Committee

Committee member Greg Kilshaw
Social Secretary
Committee member Terri Aldred
Welfare Officer
Committee member Emma Chadwick
Ordinary Member
Committee member Jon Tuson
Canicross Captain
Committee member James Jackson
Cross Country Captain
Committee member Paul Lacey
Vice Chair
Committee member John Smith
Life President
Committee member Sheila Garewal
Ordinary Committee Member
Committee member Mark Shuttleworth
Men's Fell Captain
Committee member Josie Greenhalgh
Ladies Fell Captain
Committee member Jo McManus
Road Captain and Membership Secretary
Committee member Gareth Pratt
Road Captain
Committee member Rachel Stevens
Chair and Lostock 6 Race Director

Upcoming events

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We meet every Wednesday

We meet every Wednesday in the foyer of Horwich Leisure Centre at 6.50pm for a 7.00pm start. We usually start off with a few announcements before splitting off into groups, it's all very informal and friendly.

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Latest club news

Parkrun Results – 7 November 2026

Bolton Parkrun  Rachel Hancock 31:28 Dougie Ainsworth 80:40 (Tail Walker) Brimstage Parkrun Andy Kerks 33:37 Eastbourne Rachel Stevens 26:58 (2nd in age category) Markus Stevens 30:30 Fell Foot Parkrun Janet Rhodes 29:11 (3rd in age category) Dan Woods 29:11 Haigh Woodland Park Brian Halton 24:07 (1st in age category and a Haigh PB) Chris Baker ... Parkrun Results – 7 November 2026

Sunday 8th November 2026
Allithwaite 8

Race report by Janet: A cracker of an 8 mile trail/ fell race. Not quite sure which it is. A really accessible intro to fell running in the Lakes. There’s even a nice 11am start, so time to travel up to Grange Over Sands and squeeze in nearby Fell Foot Park run! The race is ... Allithwaite 8

Sunday 8th November 2026
Lostock AC welcome New Coaches

Lostock AC is proud to welcome to new coaches to the team. Gareth and Rachel completed their Coaching in Running Leadership this weekend. They are looking forward to working with members 💚

Wednesday 4th November 2026

Lostock A.C. in numbers

100 Members
544 Miles ran this week
50940 Elevation gain achieved this weeK

What our members love about Lostock A.C.

Member
Greg Kilshaw
Joining Lostock AC has been one of the best things that's ever happened to me. I decided to give it a try mainly to loose weight and meet new people. It's really helped with my weight, mental health and output on life. I've been in the club over a year now. Everyone makes you feel so welcome and I love being part of the Lostock family. My running has definitely improved, especially seeing all the medals I've won. It is not just running, Lostock offers other activities too such as cycling, bootcamp and skiing. All I've had a go at which has just been brilliant. Lostock is my second family . I have entered the Machester marathon next year and an ultra. All this for someone who couldn't run . Everyone has made me feel very welcome in the club, I now consider myself to be a runner and would recommend anyone to give Lostock a try.
Member
Rachel Stevens
I joined Lostock AC to help improve my running and to motivate me to run more often. The club has surpassed my expectations. I am not from Bolton originally and did not have many friends in the area. I now feel part of an extended family. I have been encouraged and supported to run half marathons, marathons and an Ultra. I would never believe this was possible 3 years ago.
Member
Rachel Hancock
I’m proud to be a member of Lostock AC, it’s an inclusive club with lovely people, there’s plenty of sporting activities to get involved in and the social get togethers are always welcoming and fun.

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