Rachel Stevens

Boston Marathon

Race report by Janet: What an experience. Boston has been amazing. I get it now. This city loves the marathon and embraces all who run it. After arriving last Thursday we spent 4 days exploring the city, visiting Harvard and eating our way from one place to the next. Lobster rolls, stuffed clams, Boston cream Boston Marathon

Chair’s Trail Race

The Lostock AC annual Trail race took place on Wednesday 15 April 2026. This is a fun race for Lostock members only.   The race covers 5 miles, starting at Dicconson Lane, Westhoughton. The race heads along Dodd Lane into Borsdane Wood. Participants complete a loop and then head back in the same direction. Prior Chair’s Trail Race

Manchester Marathon – race report by Paul

The Manchester Marathon 2026 once again proved that while rain may be a Manchester staple, race day is the exception. Under near-perfect conditions, a record-breaking 42,000 runners gathered, ready to take on the challenge in what would become the city’s biggest marathon yet. With runners setting off in waves, anticipation built quickly. Phil was first Manchester Marathon – race report by Paul

Manchester Marathon Race report by Phil

Race Report by Phil: They say it always rains in Manchester… Except on marathon day! This year was Manchester’s biggest yet with 42,000 runners taking part … Theres something appealing about a flat terrain route which is primed for PBs. The conditions were perfect and everything was setup to be a good day and chasing Manchester Marathon Race report by Phil

Lancaster 3 Bridges 10k

Race report by Gareth: Another terrific turnout of 19 Lostockers headed north yesterday for the 4th instalment of this year’s road/trail champs…the Lancaster Three Bridges 10K. Starting & finishing (🤮) on the track at Salt Ayre sports centre, this is for the most part a flat & fast 10K crisscrossing the picturesque River Lune. As Lancaster 3 Bridges 10k

Manchester Marathon

Race report by Emma: Yesterday’s Manchester Marathon was tough. The weather started off ideal—cool, sunny, and comfortable—but it didn’t stay that way for long, and I ended up feeling far too hot. Around mile 9 or 10, I developed a really painful stitch that forced me to stop for while. Luckily, I had some Gaviscon Manchester Marathon

Teenager with Altitude Trail Race

Race report by Josie: Saturday’s Fell Race Report   As part of the club’s Lakeland Fell Championship, three Lostockers travelled to Stair in the Newlands Valley of the Lake District to compete. Rob Sharkey took on the Newlands Memorial Fell Race, a popular 11.5‑mile route with 3,609ft of ascent. Tony Marlow and Josie Greenhalgh opted Teenager with Altitude Trail Race

Parkrun Results – 18 April 2026

Alexandra Parkrun: Jay Smith 24:24 Hafan Pwllheli Matt Carney 27:52 (1st in age category) Haigh Woodland Park: Lee Burns 29:16 Greg Kilshaw 29:55 Ian Burns 30:29 (3rd in age category) Carol Ensor 31:26 Jamaica Pond Boston USA Sally McCoy 24:51 (1st in age category) Janet Rhodes 28:07 Morecambe Prom George Iveson 26:28 Rothwell Parkrun: Dan Parkrun Results – 18 April 2026

West Lancs Spring Triathlon

Race report by Rachel H: Mary White and myself took part in the sprint distance triathlon this morning, it’s a very popular event with a competitive field of athletes, it’s based at the Edge hill University campus, 400m pool swim, then 3 laps of the fairly flat bike course and a 5k run round the West Lancs Spring Triathlon

Parkrun Results 11 April 2026

Lostockers were on tour at Parkrun this weekend: Katie Edern ran 31:33 at Holyrood Park in Edinburgh to finish third in her age category, while Rachel Stevens produced an excellent run at Oosterplas Parkrun in the Netherlands, finishing in 26:45 to place eighth overall, second female and first in her age category.

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Parkrun Results 20 June 2026

Bolton Parkrun Dougie Ainsworth  29:45 (new Bolton PB) Emma Chadwick 32:30 (2nd in age category) Terri Aldred 32:34 (3rd in age category) Jay and Olivia Smith 36:43 Rachel Hancock 43:02 Haigh Woodland Parkrun Greg Kilshaw 22:46 (Haigh PB) Brian Halton 24:28 (3rd in age category) Matt Withers 24:31 Janet Rhodes 24:48 (2nd in age category) ... Parkrun Results 20 June 2026

Monday 22nd June 2026
Freckleton 1/2 Marathon

On the hottest day of the year so far, Lostockers Rachel S and Janet headed to Lancashire to compete in the Freckleton 1/2 marathon. The race boasts that it is the oldest 1/2 marathon in the UK and this event was extra special as it was the 50th anniversary of the ladies race. The race ... Freckleton 1/2 Marathon

Monday 22nd June 2026
Giants Head 10k

Race report by Sheila: A return visit to Sydling St Nicolas, Dorset, for Tony and me to run in the 10k trail race on Saturday morning. (We’re keeping the earlier morning marathon and Sunday morning half marathon in reserve!) Couldn’t see the hills as it was muggy and cloudy when we set off from the ... Giants Head 10k

Monday 22nd June 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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