A quick note to confirm that the Bury One Hour race will take place on Saturday, September 7th, starting at 1.00 p.m. The venue will be open from noon.

Bury Athletics Club, Market St, Bury BL9 9FX

As ever it would be very helpful if you could let Dave Evans know if you are attending and in what capacity – dave.evans08@hotmail.co.uk

Meanwhile, on the last weekend of August, Roy Gunnett tackled the track 50 kilometres held alongside the 24 Hours and 100 miles events, the Gloucester races 2024. He finished a very creditable third and flew the Lancashire flag with pride. Congratulations are certainly in order.

Unfortunately Roy’s post-race experience left much to be desired. He fell face-first on stony ground in the car park, pushing his teeth through his top lip. Thankfully all was sorted out at the local hospital, courtesy of a new magical glue! Commiserations are in order too. Roy reports that he is now able to eat and drink normally. And, most importantly his good looks remain untouched.

The national 100 miles championship was won by Jonathan Hobbs and there is an excellent report of the overall event in this month’s Record.

In the report tribute is paid to the officials, which included our dear friends, Eric Horwill and Glyn Jones. What would the sport do without them?!