Rachel Stevens

Parkrun New Years Day

New Year’s Day saw Lostock members swap the fells for parks as they began 2026 in running shoes. At Haigh Woodland Parkrun, Antony Sutton led the club home in 26:48, followed by Matt W (29:44), Katie (30:13), Carol (30:40) and Ian B (31:22). Jo and Paddy in 31:35, with David W (33:16), Chris T (33:32) Parkrun New Years Day

Southport 1/2 Marathon

Race report by Paul: Southport Half Race Report, so sorry its late had one of those days. On a very cold Sunday morning it was off to southport to support Kev on his running comeback. Kev has been injured for just over 18 months with a damaged ACL and metatarsal but has a London Marathon Southport 1/2 Marathon

Haggis Run

Lostockers took to the fells for the final social run of 2025. It was a tough run taking in the summits of the Pike, 2 Lads and Winter Hill. Lostockers are now preparing for 2026, planning the new Couch to 5k programme and preparing for the 43rd Lostocker 6 on 22 February 2026.

Parkrun Results 27 December 2025

Bolton Parkrun Chris Baker 25:45 (3rd in age category) Rachel Hancock 28:33 (3rd in age category) Sheila Garewal 31:33 (2nd in age category) Bev Atherton- McKenna 31:43 Gill Baker 31:45 (3rd in age category) Tony Maxwell 31:59 (returning from injury) Pennington Flash: Lynda Hardman 71:01 (tail walker) Skipton Parkrun Andy Kerks 21:39 (2nd in age Parkrun Results 27 December 2025

Christmas Day Parkrun

While many were tucking into mince pies or assembling toys, a determined group of runners chose a more energetic start to Christmas Day by taking part in parkruns across the country – proving that festive spirit and fast feet go hand in hand. At Bolton Parkrun, the yuletide cheer was out in force as runners Christmas Day Parkrun

Mince Pie Run

Lostock AC held its annual Mince Pie Run on Sunday 21st December. Taking place on the Sunday before Christmas this is a social run around Rivington, reaching the summit of the Pike and 2 Lads. Fancy dress is encouraged and some members enjoy a Christmas lunch afterwards 🧑‍🎄

Media City Christmas 5k and 10k

Lostock AC runners got into the festive spirit at the RunThrough Media City Christmas 5K & 10K, swapping mince pies for miles and bringing plenty of seasonal cheer to the fast, flat waterside course. It was an interesting mix of people at the start line with some runners clearly aiming for a PB and others Media City Christmas 5k and 10k

Parkrun Results 20 December 2025

Bolton Parkrun: Sheila Garewal 31:24 (2nd in age category) Gillian Caldwell 33:12 (1st in age category) Rachel Hancock 36:06 Glossop Parkrun: Andy Kerks 22:31 Haigh Woodland Parkrun: Janet Rhodes 25:50 (7th female and 2nd in age category) Chris Baker 25:59 Bev Atherton-McKenna 28:43 (2nd in age category) Sally McCoy 28:04 (2nd in age category) Heather Parkrun Results 20 December 2025

Mytholmroyd Fell Race

Race report by Checkers: The other Sunday Me and Mark travelled over the Spine of England to do the Mytholmroyd Fell race. Registration was at the same place the Hebden goes from. I could not remember whether or not I had done this race before, definitely not in November. As so many races are done Mytholmroyd Fell Race

Lostock AC secure National Lottery Funding

Lostock Ac are pleased to announce that we been successful in securing a small grant from the National Lottery Community Fund. This grant will help the club to encourage more people from our local community to get active and improve their health and wellbeing. We are currently offering free yoga sessions and will be delivering Lostock AC secure National Lottery Funding

Latest club news

Coronation Trail Race

Race report by Gareth: I’m suffering from severe race report writing fatigue so this may be brief…ish lol. Yet another terrific turnout of 21 Lostockers took part in last night’s second instalment of the midweek champs, the Coronation Trail Race. A fairly recent addition to the race calendar (in it’s 4th year) replacing the much ... Coronation Trail Race

Thursday 21st May 2026
Old County Tops Fell Race 2026

Race report by Josie: Tony & I travelled to the Lake District at weekend to compete in the Achille Ratti organised Old County Tops Fell Race. Covering around 37 miles and over 10,000 feet of ascent, it’s a pairs race and no easy feat! The Race starts in Great Langdale and takes in the tops ... Old County Tops Fell Race 2026

Monday 18th May 2026
Three Legged TT 2026

From Clive: What is that you may ask? Lostock cycling weekend 14/17 May 2026 riding round the Isle Of Man unsupported, where the local pagan Thriskelion symbol of the three armoured legs of Mann- representing – motion, power and life come from 🇮🇲. Famous the world over for its Motorcycle Time Trial races held in ... Three Legged TT 2026

Monday 18th May 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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