HEEL and TOE
Julian Hopkins 83 hangs on
Guy Goodair, Mal Tolley w.Ron
Jake Warhurst leads Tony Taylor with Mick Holmes hidden
Mick Holmes leads Tony taylorRecent Comments
Tony Taylor on January Virtual 5 km clockings… martin payne on January Virtual 5 km clockings… butteryinternetc95ad… on Greg’s 60th year race wa… graham jackson on Stretford Track League 1967… Greg Smith on Christmas Greetings with the 2…
Author Archives: Tony Taylor
Looking ahead to the Fred Pearce Relay and Training at Stockport
Following the cancellation of the Macclesfield Trophy race on July 6th, Dave Evans has penned this call to support the Fred Pearce Relay on July 20th Dear All, As you will know our venue for the Macclesfield 10km on July … Continue reading
Posted in News
Tagged Adrian Edwards, Dave Evans, Fred Pearce Relay, Stockport Training
Leave a comment
George ‘hard as nails’ Barras – race walker, fell runner and more. Rest in Peace.
Guy Goodair, his dear friend, forwarded this moving tribute to George Barras. an outstanding race walker, fell runner and athlete. George Barras ( 2 May 1932 – 6 Jun 2024) It is with a heavy heart I announce the death … Continue reading
Posted in Uncategorized
Leave a comment
Young Blood at Bury livens up the scene
Dave Evans reports: The presence of a trio of youngsters new to race walking gave today’s event a lift and straddled almost 70 years of experience. The debutantes were keen to go for it and each of them exemplified the … Continue reading
Posted in Results
Tagged Bury A C Track, Dick and Zena SmithTrophies, Tony Bell, Young blood
Leave a comment
A Sunny Chorley greets the field for the Dave Crompton Memorial Trophy plus notice of the Bury 10 kilometres track, June 1st
My apologies for the late appearance of this result – still a touch under the weather. Dave Evans reports: The appearance of Adrian Edwards for this very demanding event introduced an element of intrigue with several “new” club members meeting … Continue reading
Posted in News, Results
Tagged Bury Track, Chorley, Dave Crompton Memorial Trophy, Dick and Zena SmithTrophies
Leave a comment
Happy Birthday to all Centurions
Thanks to Frans Leijtens for this timely reminder 123 years ago today, the Brotherhood of Centurions was founded by J.E. Fowler-Dixon and several other new amateur race walkers. The only membership requirement: walking 100 miles (160 km and 934 m), … Continue reading
Dave Crompton Memorial Trophy, May 11th
It’s a special day on our calendar, come the 11th of this month. We’ll be remembering with great affection Dave Crompton as we contest over 7 miles the trophy honouring his name. As usual, it will be very helpful if … Continue reading
Ron Wallwork recalls 1963 – A Pivotal Year
Len Ruddock interviews Ron in this fascinating and revealing video. Early comments from club members and fellow travellers Tony Malone – I thought it was great to watch. Brought back many memories for me also. Ron you were a great … Continue reading
LWC Newsletter January and February 1966 – a fresh start
Thanks to Ron Wallwork for retrieving these 1960s newsletters. Apologies for the reproduction of the same. I’m having a few problems with the computer.
Windswept Sutton sees Nigel defying the conditions
With Dave Evans trapped in the Lakes, Roy Gunnett takes charge, competes and reports. As with the clubs last two races, the Macclesfield Shield 10 mile race on Saturday 6th April 2024 was hit by challenging weather. This time it was … Continue reading
Posted in Results
Tagged Inclement weather, Macclesfield Shield, Nigel Shaw, Sutton Macclesfield
Leave a comment
Lancashire Walking Club : Health The First Wealth 