Category Archives: History

The Reg Goodwin Trophy Result, August 14, Chorley

Posted on August 15, 2021 by Tony Taylor

Thanks as ever to Dave Evans for the revealing report and Greg Smith for the excellent photos, of which there are many more to use in ensuing posts. Much appreciated. The athlete whose name we see on the trophy achieved … Continue reading →

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The Goodwin Cup 10 kilometres, August 14, Chorley

Posted on August 7, 2021 by Tony Taylor

The race is to go ahead at 1.30 p.m. with our favourite St Peters club still the venue. However the club has now been emptied of furniture so bring a folding chair perhaps or you will be sitting on the … Continue reading →

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LANCASHIRE WALKING CLUB: ROLL OF INDIVIDUAL HONOUR

Posted on August 5, 2021 by Tony Taylor

LANCASHIRE WALKING CLUB – ROLL OF INDIVIDUAL HONOUR ‘HEALTH the FIRST WEALTH’ NATIONAL BOY/YOUTH/JUNIOR INDIVIDUAL ACHIEVEMENTS [qualification placing in top six] BOLTON Warren –  RWA Boys 2 miles 5th/1972 CROW Steve  – 1 Junior International; RWA Youth 3 miles 2nd/1968 … Continue reading →

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The Fred Pearce Relay, July 24 – a memorable day

Posted on July 26, 2021 by Tony Taylor

Dave Evans reports: A terrific turnout of 6 teams of 3 made this year’s race particularly memorable and very grateful thanks must be extended to Fred’s family In the guise of Christine and Charlotte who provided a sumptuous buffet and … Continue reading →

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On Ron Wallwork’s 80th: A Personal Reminiscence

Posted on July 15, 2021 by Tony Taylor

Weeks later than promised here is my personal contribution to celebrating Ron’s 80th. My first memory of Ron sees him striding stylishly towards me, already in the lead as the 1959 Northern Junior 10 miles championship unfolds. For my part, … Continue reading →

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Almost a return to normal at Sutton, July 3 -1.30 start

Posted on June 26, 2021 by Tony Taylor

Forgive this brief reminder but it’s 42 degrees centigrade on Crete and my head keeps falling on to the keyboard. Scorchin’! The Barnard Trophy is going ahead at Sutton on Saturday, July 3 with access to all the facilities of … Continue reading →

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REMAINING CLUB FIXTURES plus REMINDER OF JUNE 3K TIME TRIAL

Posted on June 17, 2021 by Tony Taylor

I’ll resist ranting about the undemocratic, unethical and utterly erratic policies of the present UK government. At least it looks as if we can continue with the opening up our fixture list. We will confirm the Barnard Trophy event in … Continue reading →

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THE MONTH OF MAY: LWC 3 KILOMETRES TIME TRIAL

Posted on June 11, 2021 by Tony Taylor

Last month we decide to test out whether having a monthly time trial would be interesting, fun and an incentive to keep including in our differing training regimes a ‘fast’ session. Hence here are the clockings from May. For those … Continue reading →

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Heatwave hits the Dick and Zena Smith Trophy Races, June 5!

Posted on June 7, 2021 by Tony Taylor

Dick Smith [39] in the company of the great Harold Whitlock [1], 1936 Olympic 50k gold medallist, at the start of the Liverpool-Manchester race – date uncertain Dick with Jim O’Neill [5] to his right followed by Harry Wheeler [?] … Continue reading →

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A Lancashire Legend: Ron Wallwork strides to his 80th

Posted on May 26, 2021 by Tony Taylor

My best-laid plans thwarted. I intended to post a personal reminiscence this evening celebrating the inspirational impact of Ron Wallwork on the life of the Lancashire Walking Club – from the late 50s through to the mid-1970s. It was half-finished. … Continue reading →

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