Rachel Stevens

Windmill 1/2 Marathon

Race report by Rachel H; Windmill half marathon, Arrived in lytham to an overcast but very warm morning, I knew the course was a lapped event but thought it was 2 laps, curses it turned out to be 3 laps 😭 (I hate laps). I’d taped my knees up for this as I’m struggling with Windmill 1/2 Marathon

Parkrun Results – 8 August 2026

Bolton Parkrun: Tony Maxwell 28:31 Rachel Hancock 29:49 Sheila Garewal 31:43 (first in age category) Dougie Ainsworth 34:02 George Iveson 34:21 Emma Chadwick 34:32 Rachel Walker 34:46 Dudley Parkrun Ann-Maria Baker   Ellesmere Port Carol Ensor 33:29   Haigh Woodland Parkrun Antony Sutton 22:44 (first in age category) John Harrison 23:39 Brian Halton 25:39 (first Parkrun Results – 8 August 2026

Chairs Fell Running Event

Lostock AC’s annual Chair’s Fell Running Event once again proved what a fantastic club night it is, encouraging members to step outside their usual running environment and experience the challenge and enjoyment of fell running. The five-mile event, with an elevation gain of 8ooft, attracted 32 runners, with some chasing a quick time while others Chairs Fell Running Event

Pennington Flash Parkrun

Lostock AC members descended on Pennington Flash on Saturday morning for the latest round of the club’s Parkrun Championship, with an outstanding turnout and plenty of fantastic performances across the field.  Pennington Flash is known for being a challenging Parkrun consisting of 3 laps around a field. The 3 laps do require participants to run Pennington Flash Parkrun

Borrowdale Fell Race 2026

Race report by Josie: On Saturday, Tony Marlow and I headed to the Lake District to take on the Borrowdale Fell Race, the fifth race in the Classic Series and probably my personal favourite, despite its relentless climbs and brutal descents. Starting and finishing in the village of Rosthwaite, the 17-mile course crams in around Borrowdale Fell Race 2026

Dunster 25k challenge

Race report by  Janet R: I completed a 25k challenge on Saturday from Dunster on the South West Coast Path. It was tough but the views were worth the drive!  

Parkrun Results 25 July 2026

Alderly Parkrun Runner Time Position Andy Kerks 21:31 13 and 3rd in age category Bolton Parkrun Runner Time Position Rachel Hancock 46:56 226 Dudley Parkrun Runner Time Position Ann-Maria Baker 34:21 183 and 3rd in age category Haigh Woodland Parkrun Runner Time Position Greg Kilshaw 23:16 29 Luke Baker 23:20 31 – 3rd in age Parkrun Results 25 July 2026

Couch to 5K graduation

Race report by Rachel S: Haigh Woodland Parkrun is my local Parkrun but event number 472 was going to be extra special. Lined up with the 279 runners, were 4 runners who had just completed a 10 week couch to 5k course with Lostock AC. There were nerves when we listened to the welcome talk. Couch to 5K graduation

Pete Bland Kentmere Horseshoe Fell Race

Race report by Josie: On Sunday, I headed over to Kentmere to do the 50th running of this very special race. It was 50 years since the late Pete Bland put this race together so every runner was given a commemorative map. Sadly, Pete passed away 5 years ago so his son Matt has stepped Pete Bland Kentmere Horseshoe Fell Race

Parkrun Results 18 July 2026

Fulwell Quarry Andy Laycock 25:35 (third in age category) Haigh Woodland Markus Stevens 30:22 Carol Ensor 60:32 (tail walker) Mallards Pike Matt Withers 26:08 Jo Withers 33:30 (3rd in age category) Nant y Pandy Heather Soden 27:30 Ann-Maria Baker 33:37 Lynda Hardman 35:48 (3rd in age category) Worsleyw Woods: Mark Shuttleworth 23:24 (3rd in age Parkrun Results 18 July 2026

Latest club news

Cheshire Half Marathon

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

Tuesday 15th September 2026
26 Lakes Support

Report by Josie: A Special Legacy – 26 Lakes, Meres and Waters Challenge Some running challenges carry a little more meaning than others, and this one was certainly special for three Lostock AC members who supported Rob Green in completing the 26 Lakes, Meres and Waters Challenge at the weekend.   The challenge has a very special ... 26 Lakes Support

Monday 14th September 2026
Defeat Delamere 16k

Race report by Terri: Jay and I took on the Defeat Delamere 16k yesterday. We got there early to register, which was lucky because after trekking back and forth to the car park 4 times to drop things off, pick things up, get ready etc. we’d already clocked 6k before the race even started. If ... Defeat Delamere 16k

Monday 14th September 2026

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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