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Liverpool 10 mile race

Race report by Jo: Todays Liverpool 10m: The race kicked off at the iconic Liver Building. As the starting gun fired, the runners surged forward, heading along the waterfront for the first mile. The route took us past the historic Albert Docks. A sharp left onto Parliament Street with a slight climb to Sefton Park. Liverpool 10 mile race

Canicross Nutters 5.5k

Race report by Jon. Canicross Nutters 5.5k  over at Burnley this morning. Runners were set off in time trial format at 30 second intervals and given that this was my first run since the heart attack, I asked to be started from the back. Unfortunately, it was a 1 dog race, so I raced Huxley Canicross Nutters 5.5k

Wilmslow 1/2 Marathon

Race report by Paul: Wilmslow half for me this morning, half marathon no 3 for this year. 1.55 1762/3499 Well organised and some lovely country roads! It all started abit quick with a massive start of 10k and half runners combined together, unfortunately for me that would only really mean one thing I would set Wilmslow 1/2 Marathon

Firefighter 2 Up Duathlon

The Rivington Firefighter’s Duathlon also took place at the weekend. This is a unique event which takes place with support from Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue. duathletes  complete 3.5 miles trail run, followed by hilly 21 mile bike and then complete the same 3.5 miles trail run. Competitors can enter as pairs or individually.   Firefighter 2 Up Duathlon

Wigan Festival of Racing

The was a busy weekend of racing for Lostockers with members also competing in the Wigan ½ marathon and 5k. The Wigan half is a tough race, starting in Mesnes Park, it heads out to the Brick Community Stadium before heading out of the busy centre to the Leeds and Liverpool Canal. The race follows Wigan Festival of Racing

Garstang Gallop

Race report by Gareth: Great pics courtesy of Sheila & Rachel Susan Hancock, results provided by Johanna, now it’s time for the race report.. Another great turnout of 14 Lostockers made the journey up the M6 to the lovely town of Garstang for the magnificently titled Garstang Gallop over the seldom raced distance of 7 Garstang Gallop

Parkrun Results 15 March 2025

Bolton Parkrun Rachel Hancock 35:29 Haigh Woodland Parkrun Andy Laycock 26:36 Mike Berry 26:36 Ian Burns 29:34 (first in age category) Jersey Parkrun Sally McCoy 26:17 (first in age category) Worsley Woods Tony Marlow 22:39 (new PB and first in age category)  

Beater Clough Fell Race

Race report by Josie: Beater Clough Fell Race – 6.8mi/2070ft Myself, Mark S & Mark C headed over to Todmorden this morning for this superb little race. Formally a midweek race that proved difficult for many to get to, race organiser Dan Taylor moved it to Saturday for a better turnout. With 82 runners on Beater Clough Fell Race

Two Crosses Challenge

Race report by Janet: Three Lostockers completed the Two Crosses Challenge event on Sunday in glorious running weather. Greg Kilshaw, Sally McCoy and Janet Rhodes completed the 18 miles together in 3 hours and 43 minutes and finished joint 25th out of 254 competitors. The event is organised by the East Lancashire Long Dustance Walkers Two Crosses Challenge

Haworth Hobble Fell Race

Race report by Kerry: Mike and I completed the Haworth Hobble yesterday in glorious sunshine 🌞 32 miles with just over 5000 feet of climbing.  Always a tough run this one and we haven’t been getting much longer running in recently so both chuffed to get round.

Latest club news

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!  

Wednesday 29th July 2026
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

Wednesday 29th 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

Wednesday 29th July 2026

100 Members
544 Miles ran this week
50940 Elevation gain achieved this weeK

What our members love about Lostock A.C.

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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.
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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