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The Wilmslow 10k took place on Sunday. This is a popular race with world class athletes taking part. They were joined by Lostock AC members Gaz, who finished in 48:47 and Stephen,  completing his first race as a Lostock AC member in 1:11:44.

Haigh Woodland Parkrun Andy Laycock 23:56 Brian Halton 24:54 (2nd in age category)   Pennington Flash Mark Checkley 30:03

The final race in the Lostock AC Road and Trail Midweek Championships took place this week with 17 members heading to Chorley for the final instalment of the Astley Park Race Series. This was the final of 3 races. Paul E had an amazing series and completed the 3.8 mile run in 23:51, followed by … Astley Park Trail Series 3/3

Lostockers took part in the first ever Scarecrow Festival Race in Blackrod. The race was part of the hugely popular Scarecrow Festival that takes place in Blackrod every July. The race commenced at The Hilltops and then headed down Manchester Road, through the centre of Blackrod, then back along Vicarage Road, down the side of … Blackrod Scarecrow Festival 10k

Fell Runners, Josie and Tony travelled to the Lake District to compete in the 2024 Edition of the Saunders Lakeland Mountain Marathon. The event takes place over 2 days and participants have 12 hours to find controls, they must navigating the fells with a partner, carrying all theyneed for the weekend on their backs back. … Saunders Lakeland Mountain Marathon

Haigh Woodlands Parkrun: Andy Laycock 24:19 Brian Halton 24:42 (3rd in age category) James Jackson 29:18 Cathy Stratton 32:27 Ian Burns 32:57 Peel Parkrun: Rachel Hancock 24:38 (2nd in age category) Lynda Hardman 27:51

Bolton played host to the world famous Ironman competition and Lostock AC members were keen to join the action. Paul Lacey, Melonie Crompton and Lurdes Corlett all competed in the Ironman 70.3. This epic endurance event commences with early morning 1.2 mile in Pennington Flash. After a quick transition, participants complete a 56-mile bike ride. … Ironman Bolton 70.3

Lostock AC members competed in the Bolton Night Run, the Friday prior to the main event. Participants could compete in either a 5k or 10k. The race routes started in Bolton Town Centre, went out to Queens Park and back to the finish line.   On the 10k, Paul Edwards had a fantastic run and … Bolton Night Run

Lostockers participated in the club’s annual treasure hunt. This is one of the highlights of the club calendar. This is a friendly competition, with some members taking the event more seriously than others! This year’s hunt took place around Westhoughton, Aspull and Borsdane Woods. Members were given a map and clues expertly prepared by Mark … Treasure Hunt 2024

Race report by Greg: Thanks everyone what a race tonight . I was running really well until I decided to make an overtaking manoeuvre to pass 4 runners mid way. Got sick of single file traffic 🤣 Big Mistake I dive bombed into the ditch and fell flat on my chest winded myself. This happened … Aggies Staircase