Monthly Archives: May 2026

A Long Weekend of Distance Walking

Posted on May 23, 2026 by Tony Taylor

Many thanks to Frans Leijtens for this information on a formidable weekend of challenges across Europe. This weekend will be filled with some of the most famous walking events in Europe. Friday, walkers started the first of four stages from … Continue reading →

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An unlikely changing room in Chorley: Dave Crompton Memorial Trophy

Posted on May 11, 2026 by Tony Taylor

Word has it that our gallant competitors found themselves in church on their return from their endeavours on Chorley’s roads. Photographic evidence seems to support the tale. Things do move in mysterious ways. We are intrigued and hope to learn … Continue reading →

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ROYAL SUTTON COLDFIELD’S OTHER KEN – THE REDOUBTABLE KEN HARDING

Posted on May 8, 2026 by Tony Taylor

Talk of the Royal Sutton Coldfield Race Walking Club [RSC] within the ranks of our sport’s followers and the introduction of the christian name, Ken is likely to conjure up images of the unsurpassed 1964 Olympic gold medallist, Ken Matthews. … Continue reading →

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DAVE CROMPTON MEMORIAL RACE, MAY 9th

Posted on May 5, 2026 by Tony Taylor

Apologies for the late notice – entirely my fault Roy informs us, Eric has confirmed that all is still okay to use the hall at Chorley for Dave Crompton’s 7 mile Memorial race on Saturday May 9th. He adds. Never … Continue reading →

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