Lostockers headed to Lytham St Annes to join 1,361 runners for the annual Windmill Remembrance Sunday 10k. The race starts on Lytham Green with a 2 minute silence at 11am to remember and honour fallen heroes.
The race then follows a scenic route along the coast towards Fairhaven, before completing a u-turn and concluding at the Lytham Windmill. Finishers are presented with a bespoke medal that it a fitting tribute to honour the bravery of service men and women.
Jo was the first Lostock AC member across the finish line in 47:19:10. She was the 32 second lady out of 716. She was shortly followed by Mel in 49:30:27 achieving 4th in her age category.
Race report by Andy K Yesterday I ran my first ever marathon which is something even 6 months ago I’d never thought I’d write Between the ever increasing long runs, the hill reps, the strength training and trying to actually put thought into what I eat, the training has been long and brutal. Over the ... Boston UK marathon
Saturday afternoon 7 Lostockers competed in the historic Rivington Pike Fell Race, one of the oldest races in the country, first held in 1892. It is well supported and feels more like an event than a race with lots of spectators lining Lever Park Avenue, the lower steep slopes of the concrete road, the top ... Rivington Pike Fell Race
Saturday morning saw another strong turnout at parkrun events, with members spread across several locations. At Haigh Woodland Parkrun, the highlight of the day was a special milestone as baby Orla made her parkrun debut, accompanied by mum Jo McManus (35:11), who perhaps underestimated the notorious hills of the Route B course. Chris Baker led ... Orla’s First Park Run – 5 April 2026