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Wardle Skyline Fell Race

Mark C and Rob completed the Wardle Skyline Fell Race. The race takes place north of Rochdale and covers 7 miles. The run out is an undulating climb going over three tops. The run back is a superb easy gradient going downhill forever. However there is a sting in the tail. It wouldn’t be a Wardle Skyline Fell Race

Rivington 10 Mile Challenge

Andy and Brian completed the Rivington 10 mile challenge. As the name suggests this is a tough race with runners climbing 1,150ft. The race follows the Anglezarke Reservoir to White Coppice and back. Andy had an awesome race finishing in 1:34:07 to achieve 35th overall. Brian also had an impressive race finishing in 1:40:01.

Parkrun Results 12 April 2025

Oosterplas Parkrun(Den Bosch, the Netherlands) Rachel Stevens 26:15 (4th female and 2nd in her age category). Bolton Parkrun: Rachel Hancock 28:57 (first in age category). Haigh Parkrun: Andy Laycock 24:37 Matt Withers 27:46 Ian Burns 29:29 (second in age category)  Jo Withers 37:54.

Bolton Community 10k

Race report by Gareth: A fantastic turnout of 15 Lostockers took part in the latest instalment of this year’s road/trail champs, the Bolton Wanderers Community 10K. This number is made even more impressive when you take the Paris marathon contingent into account along with the Rivington 10 miler plus plenty members who normally race on Bolton Community 10k

Berlin Half Marathon

Race report by Gaz: Berlin did not disappoint! The day started with a sunny but cool 2°C, the wind chill at the start line was slicing through like a bratwurst knife. I clung to my emergency charity shop hoodie (acquired the day before for €5—bless you, Berlin thrift gods) until the very last second. It Berlin Half Marathon

Chair’s Trail Race

Lostock AC held it’s annual Chair’s Trail Race. This is friendly club race with a mixture of members racing or enjoying a chatty run. The race starts at Dicconson Lane in Aspull and then looping through Borsdane Woods towards Hindley, before completing a loop and heading back. The club would like to thank Ian and Chair’s Trail Race

Parkrun Results 5 April 2025

Bolton Parkrun Rachel Hancock 28:06 (third in age category) Gillian Caldwell 32:02 (new Bolton PB and first in her age category) Haigh Woodland Parkrun Matt & Grainne Carney 26:21 Rachel Stevens 27:03 (second in age category) James Jackson 27:07 Matt Withers 28:00 Chris Taylor 28:18 Katie Edern 28:19 ( New Haigh PB and third in Parkrun Results 5 April 2025

Parkrun Results 29 March 2025

Bolton Parkrun Melonie Crompton 28:33 (third in age category) Rachel Hancock 28:36 (third in age category) Kath Johnson 38:09 (third in age category) Haigh Woodland Parkrun Andy Laycock 23:21 Brian Halton 24:36 Rachel Stevens 26:51 (new Haigh PB and second in age category) Ian Burns 29:29 Gillian Caldwell 31:28 (new Haigh PB and first in Parkrun Results 29 March 2025

Parkrun Results 22 March 2025

Bolton Parkrun Gillian Caldwell 33:02 (first in age category) Rachel Hancock 33:28 Haigh Woodland Parkrun Andy Laycock 24:19 (second in age category Brian Halton 24:26 (new PB) Tony Maxwell 24:54 (first in age category) Rachel Stevens 27:52 (third in age category) James Jackson 29:01 Chris Taylor 29:33 Ian Burns 30:04 (second in age category) Cathy Parkrun Results 22 March 2025

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

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England Athletics Regional Volunteer Awards

Lostock AC were honoured to win the Unsung Project of the Year award at the England Athletics Regional Volunteer Awards. The award recognises a project or initiative that delivers meaningful impact within the club or wider community. Lostock were rewarded for the Lostock Community Project that commenced in 2026. The project involved working with Primary ... England Athletics Regional Volunteer Awards

Monday 21st September 2026
World Athletics Road Running Championship Copenhagen

It was an international outing for two Lostockers as Gill and Chris headed to Denmark to take part in the World Athletics Road Running Championship taking place in Copenhagen. Gill took on the 5k race on the Saturday afternoon, enjoying the atmosphere and excitement of race day as she represented Lostock on the streets of ... World Athletics Road Running Championship Copenhagen

Monday 21st September 2026
Katie’s 100th Parkrun

Amager Strandpark Chris Baker 25:37 Gill Baker 32:28 Bolton Parkrun Brian Halton 25:11 (2nd in age category) Andy Laycock 25:44 Lee Burns 27:31 Mary White 28:53 (1st in age category) Heather Soden 29:59 (3rd in age category) Ian Burns 32:34 Katie Edern 32:41 (100th Parkrun) Sally McCoy 32:42 Janet Rhodes 32:43 Lynda Hardman 35:10 Rachel ... Katie’s 100th Parkrun

Monday 21st September 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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