News

Couch to 5k Graduation and Parkrun results

Celebrations were in order at Haigh Woodland Parkrun, where several runners graduated from Lostock AC’s Couch to 5K programme. Alan Atherton-McKenna, Debbie Green, Ben Brookfield, Lisa Gardner, Jo Withers, and Ann-Maria Baker all completed their journey from beginner to 5K finisher, supported by fellow club members. The runners had been working hard for the past Couch to 5k Graduation and Parkrun results

Wigan Half Marathon and 5K

At the challenging Wigan Half Marathon, featuring nearly 1,000 feet of elevation, Lostockers delivered a series of strong results against a testing course. The course starts in Menes Wigan Town centre, it then loops to football stadium before heading along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal, before joining the Whelley Loop line heading to Haigh Woodland Wigan Half Marathon and 5K

Pendle Mountain Rescue Dark Dash fell Race

Race report by Shutters: Date & time: Wed 25 Mar 2026 at 19:30 Category: BSDistance: 9.2 km / 5.7 miles Climb: 350 m / 1148 ft Venue: Barley Village Hall, BB12 9J I had seen this race advertised on the Fellrunner website for a number of years but I never really made any effort to Pendle Mountain Rescue Dark Dash fell Race

Ribby Hall Triathlon

Race report by Rachel H: The event is held at the leisure centre of a caravan park so parking wasn’t an issue, I was in the 8:35 wave which went off slightly behind schedule but I enjoyed the none rushed atmosphere, helped to settle race day nerves. Swim was great although I did get held Ribby Hall Triathlon

Trotters 5 mile trail race

Race report by Gill: Yesterday 5 lostock runners took part in the Trotters 5 mile trail race at Smithills this race is always a surprise as the course changes slightly each year it was a cold start near Smithills Hall this year and a fairly flat start but not for long before you start the Trotters 5 mile trail race

Parkrun Results 7 March 2026

Bolton: Rachel Hancock 30:50 Haigh Woodland Park: Gregg Kilshaw 24:25 Brian Halton 25:44 (first in age category) Andy Laycock 26:29 Lee Burns 28:04 Ian Johnson 28:34 (first ever Parkrun) Janet Rhodes 28:36 (2nd in age category) Ian Burns 30:03 (3rd in age category) Bev Atherton-McKenna 30:53 Katie Edern 31:45 (3rd in age category) Lynda Hardman Parkrun Results 7 March 2026

Garstang Gallop

Race Report by Gareth: A golly gargantuan gathering of 21 members of the green army grappled the glorious Garstang Gallop yesterday. Right that’s enough alliteration, on with the race report! Again a fantastic turnout, up from a very respectable 14 last year, we made up a big proportion of the field of 153. This is Garstang Gallop

Stan Bradshaw Fell Race

Race report by Shutters: Advertised as a category BM fell race and 9.4 miles and 1780 ft of ascent this is a personnal favourite and a race i have run at least 7 or 8 times before in all sorts of different weather conditions. Fortunately, this year the conditions were spot on, dry, not too Stan Bradshaw Fell Race

Lostock AC Award 2026

Lostock Athletic Club gathered to celebrate a year of remarkable performances and personal milestones, as members came together for the annual awards evening. The event highlighted the depth of talent across disciplines ranging from cross country and road running to fell racing and multi‑event competitions. The club’s cross-country accolades reflected strong performances across age categories. Lostock AC Award 2026

Bolton 10k and 1/2 Marathon

Lostock AC delivered a strong showing at the first ever Bolton Half Marathon and 10K organised by Epic Events, with runners taking on a challenging new course that showcased some of the town’s most recognisable landmarks. Both races started in Queen’s Park, sending runners out on a route that mixed steady climbs, fast descents and Bolton 10k and 1/2 Marathon

Latest club news

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.

Wednesday 15th April 2026
Paris Marathon

On the international stage, Paul Edwards represented the club at the Paris Marathon, completing the iconic race in 3:09:52. The Paris course is widely regarded as one of the most scenic marathon routes in the world, beginning on the famous Champs-Élysées and passing some of the city’s most recognisable landmarks, including the Place de la ... Paris Marathon

Wednesday 15th April 2026
Boston UK marathon

Race report by Andy K Yesterday I ran my first ever marathon which is something even 6 months ago I’d never thought I’d write Between the ever increasing long runs, the hill reps, the strength training and trying to actually put thought into what I eat, the training has been long and brutal. Over the ... Boston UK marathon

Tuesday 14th April 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.

Contact us





    Sign up to our newsletter