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Parkrun Championships – 1 Preston Parkrun

Race report by Jo: Lostock AC at Preston Parkrun – The New Chapionships Kicks-Off!   This week’s Preston Parkrun was a true winter test, with icy paths and crisp air challenging runners from the start. The course, a scenic three-lap route through Avenham and Miller Parks—features a mix of inclines and flat stretches, with the Parkrun Championships – 1 Preston Parkrun

The Trigger

Race report by Josie: On Sunday, Tony & I headed over to Marsden for our first race of the year. Trigger is a point to point race where runners navigate their way from Marsden over Black Hill, Bleaklow and Kinder to Edale visiting three trigs points on route. The linear route we covered was 24.75 The Trigger

Trails and Ales

Lostock AC members saw out 2025 and welcomed in 2026 in characteristically energetic fashion, tackling challenging fell races, Parkruns and milestone celebrations across the country. The year ended on a high note at the popular Trails and Ales fell race on 31 December 2025, organised by Trailblazing Events. The seven-mile course around Rivington is renowned Trails and Ales

50th Parkrun Celebrations

Celebrations continued on 3 January at Clarence parkrun, where Janet, Bev, Brian and Greg all completed their 50th Parkruns, with the occasion made even more special as it coincided with Bev’s birthday. Andy K again led Lostock home in 23:14, finishing second in his age category. Greg (24:45) and Brian (25:48) both secured second places 50th Parkrun Celebrations

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 🧑‍🎄

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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

Tuesday 21st July 2026
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

Monday 20th July 2026
Wye Valley Tunnel Run

Race report by Jo W: Matt and I spent a few days in the Forest of Dean so decided to sign up for the Wye Valley Tunnel run. There was a marathon, half (which Matt did) and I did the 10k. They get the rare permission to run through an abandoned railway tunnel! There were ... Wye Valley Tunnel Run

Sunday 19th July 2026

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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.
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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.
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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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