Race report by Gareth: Yesterday saw the first race on the road calendar, the Blackburn winter warmer. And the green machine turned out in force with an incredible turnout of 22 members toeing the line out of a field of 719. Just for context, we put this race on in 2023 and there were 7 … Blackburn Winter Warmer
At Bolton parkrun, Rachel H celebrated a remarkable achievement as she completed her 350th parkrun, a milestone made even more memorable amid a bustling field of 340 runners. A busy start made positioning tricky, but that did little to dampen the enthusiasm or performances of those taking part. There were several standout results, including a … Rachel’s 350th Parkrun
Carol showed real determination at the Stockport Daffodil 10k, battling through illness earlier in the week to reach the start line. Now in its fifth year the Daffodil 10k is held on a closed road course in Stockport starting on Jackson’s Lane and taking in Chester Road/Woodford Road and a section of the A555. The … Stockport Daffodil 10k
Race report by Tom: I’ve never been to Cornwall so what better way to see as much as possible than a 50 miler around the Coast. I arrived Friday for registration, parked up the van and immediately questioned my life choices as Storm Ingrid was in full force. Could be worse, could have been one … Arc of Attrition 50
Race report by Andy K: Last night I did the Rivington night half marathon which appeared to be 2 laps of all the worst bits of Gareth’s club trail runs stitched together. I’d done a few road half marathons before but this was my first ever trail race so I’d been slowly dreading it all … Petzl Night Runner Rivington Half Marathon
Lostock AC Take on the Hills at The Hebden Challenge A fantastic turnout of 16 Lostock AC runners made an early start on Saturday morning, travelling to West Yorkshire to take part in The Hebden — a tough and much-loved event set around the surrounding hills of Mytholmroyd and Hebden Bridge. Organised annually by the … The Hebden – full report
Bolton Parkrun Antony Sutton 23:49 (3rd in age category) Mel Goodall 26:05 (8th female and second in age category) Haigh Woodland Parkrun: Chris Baker 25:51 Andy Laycock 28:32 Ian Burns 30:35 (3rd in age category) Jeanette Branson 31:15 Gill Baker 31:45 David Wilcock 33:34 Peel Parkrun: Jay Smith 25:03 Terri Aldred 26:41 (3rd in age … Parkrun Results 17 January 2026
Right where do I start may be 5am this morning. Picked up Janet who was ready and waiting at 5.50. Was i hallucinating already or was that to come later 🤣 Janet’s never early 🤣 We made fast progress getting there and the road diversion had gone unlike the previous Recce. We saw Dan and … The Hebden 22 Race report by Greg
Race report by Josie: The Hebden 2026 What a morning out! A fantastic turnout of 16 Lostockers (I think 😬) travelled to West Yorkshire VERY EARLY this morning to run round the surrounding hills of Mytholmroyd and Hebden Bridge. The Hebden 22 is a challenging annual long-distance walking and running event featuring strenuous climbs, varied … The Hebden 15 Race report by Josie
If you have a copy of this month’s Runners World, you will see familiar faces on page 92 & 93. Runner’s World have included an article that covers the history and the future of the Lostock 6. It contains some fantastic photos and memories. Join us for the Lostock 6 on 22 February 2026 💚 https://www.madbullevents.com/events-1/lostock-6-road-race-2026 … Lostock AC in Runners World
Amager Strandpark Chris Baker 25:37 Gill Baker 32:28 Bolton Parkrun Brian Halton 25:11 (2nd in age category) Andy Laycock 25:44 Lee Burns 27:31 Mary White 28:53 (1st in age category) Heather Soden 29:59 (3rd in age category) Ian Burns 32:34 Katie Edern 32:41 (100th Parkrun) Sally McCoy 32:42 Janet Rhodes 32:43 Lynda Hardman 35:10 Rachel ... Katie’s 100th Parkrun
Race report by Jon – What a Weekend That Was Warning -long race report. On Friday afternoon I travelled down to Box End Park, Bedford for TriDog, mine and Huxley’s first ever go at a doggy triathlon. I’d booked a hotel in Bedford on the last minute and my slight feeling of nervousness about this ... Tri Dog
The Cheshire Half Marathon, described as the North West’s answer to the Great North Run, took place at the beautiful Capesthorne Hall near Macclesfield. The event is renowned for its fast course and is a popular choice for runners chasing a personal best. The scenic one-lap route follows closed rural roads around Siddington and Lower ... Cheshire Half Marathon
