Author Archives: Tony Taylor

Virtual League Racing Series: Races 19 and 20 – still on top

Posted on August 24, 2020 by Tony Taylor

Further to our encouragement to participate in the continuing Virtual 2k Series here are the latest results with Lancashire still to the fore Virtual League Racing Series – Race 19   MENS AGE GRADED 2KM TEAM1 Lancashire Walking Club (82.25%)2 Sarnia … Continue reading →

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BURY ONE HOUR TRACK WALK CANCELLED BUT LET’S KEEP IN TOUCH AND MOTIVATED

Posted on August 23, 2020 by Tony Taylor

Unfortunately we have no option but to cancel the September 5th One Hour race set to take place at the Bury track. The present English Athletics COVID guidelines rule that races beyond 3,000 metres are not allowed. Whilst we could … Continue reading →

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BURY ONE HOUR TRACK WALK, SEPTEMBER 5 – ON OR OFF? VITAL TO KNOW WHAT YOU THINK

Posted on August 20, 2020 by Tony Taylor

We are faced with a range of issues and dilemmas in considering whether or not we can proceed with the One Hour race in just over a fortnight. Dave and Roy with advice from Adrian and Greg are in the … Continue reading →

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RON’S RECOLLECTIONS ONE – The Journey to the Glory Days

Posted on August 15, 2020 by Tony Taylor

I’ve been remiss in not using immediately a number of recollections from Ron Wallwork, who was the key figure in the transformation of the club’s fortunes in the 1960s and 70s. To set the ball rolling here is a collage … Continue reading →

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Virtual League Racing Series: Race 18 – bouncing back to the top

Posted on August 9, 2020 by Tony Taylor

Virtual League Racing Series – Race 18    MENS AGE GRADED 2KM TEAM1 Lancashire Walking Club (82.48%)2 Quickstep Fitness (72.65%)3 Sarnia Walking Club (71.62%)4 Scotia Race Walking Club (57.74%)5 Steyning AC (53.49%)6 Birchfield Harriers (41.23%) MENS 2KM TEAM1 Lancashire Walking … Continue reading →

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LWC Virtual Series July 8 Kilometres results

Posted on August 5, 2020 by Tony Taylor

Quite a few people have commented upon the mental challenge posed by doing a solo 8 kilometres so thanks to everyone for continuing to support the series. At least 6 injury-struck people have sent their apologies and hope to tackle … Continue reading →

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Virtual League Racing Series: Race 17 – tight at the top

Posted on August 2, 2020 by Tony Taylor

We’ve clawed our way back to the top of the Age Graded team competition but Scotia and Quickstep too strong in the Open race. MENS AGE GRADED 2KM TEAM 1 Lancashire Walking Club (82.65%)2 Scotia Race Walking Club (79.45%)3 Quickstep … Continue reading →

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Virtual League Racing Series – Race 16 – a temporary slump in our fortunes?

Posted on July 30, 2020 by Tony Taylor

Firstly to encourage everyone involved thus far in our Club Series and indeed any new faces to submit their 8k times by midnight, Sunday, August 2 to tonymtaylor@gmail.com. As ever photos welcomed. Secondly, as you can see below, with Tony … Continue reading →

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A Golden Moment in the lives of the legendary Sandra and Richard Brown

Posted on July 23, 2020 by Tony Taylor

STOP PRESS – See responses below from Richard and Sandra plus photos and the mention of an intriguing mystery! Given our club’s proud Centurion tradition it is fitting and proper that we celebrate a milestone in the lives of Richard … Continue reading →

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Virtual League Racing Series 2 kilometres – Race 15 sees Lancashire in the lead

Posted on July 19, 2020 by Tony Taylor

MENS AGE GRADED 2KM TEAM 1 Lancashire Walking Club (84.34%)2 Quickstep Fitness (74.10%)3 Sarnia Walking Club (72.70%)4 Manx Harriers (52.38%)5 Scotia Race Walking Club (51.27%)6 Cardiff AC (43.06%)7 Birchfield Harriers (40.93%) MENS 2KM TEAM  1 Lancashire Walking Club (45)2 Quickstep … Continue reading →

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