Category Archives: History

Sam Shoebottom 10 kilometres, February 1st at Simister – back to racing live but don’t forget your virtual January exploit

Posted on January 26, 2025 by Tony Taylor

Everything is in place for the much awaited first club race of 2025, the Sam Shoebottom 10 kilometres. As usual it will take place from the Lady Wilton Hall, Simister, Manchester M25 2SB, starting at 1.00 p.m. As always it … Continue reading →

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SEEING IN THE NEW YEAR 1960 and 1967

Posted on January 4, 2025 by Tony Taylor

Back in 1960 club members were a keen lot, turning out for three races in January, the first on the day after New Year’s Day! Of those involved perhaps only Ron Wallwork and Chris Bolton are still with us Seven … Continue reading →

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With one foot on the ground a New Year beckons

Posted on December 29, 2024 by Tony Taylor

It’s difficult in a world stalked by evil to think clearly about our athletic and race walking hopes and aspirations. Nevertheless let me wish all the club’s members and our wider readership the very best for the coming year. In … Continue reading →

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Dick Maxwell and Xmas 10km at Simister, Saturday December 7th

Posted on November 29, 2024 by Tony Taylor

Everything is in place for a successful end to our year’s fixtures on Saturday, December 7th in Simister. The village hall with a new central heating boiler installed will be open from 11.30 a.m. and the race proper will commence … Continue reading →

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Memories of Charlie ‘Iron Man’ Fogg

Posted on November 20, 2024 by Tony Taylor

Small World/Big Coincidence Roy Gunnett expresses his surprise and delight: As you might well know I work for a few hours each week in the Oxfam shop in Formby doing valuations on stuff that has been donated – such as … Continue reading →

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SIXTY YEARS AGO – KEN MATTHEWS AND PAUL NIHILL BROUGHT OLYMPIC SUCCESS

Posted on October 22, 2024 by Tony Taylor

BOTH GIANTS OF OUR SPORT At the time in 1964 I harboured no sense that Ken Matthews’ gold and Paul Nihill’s silver were to be our last medals in the walks at the Olympics. Still mucking about, not knowing if … Continue reading →

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AGE-GRADED RESULTS FOR THE 2024 SEASON

Posted on October 16, 2024 by Tony Taylor

For your delectation and interest find below the age-graded results for all our races except the One Hour event. Whilst I did estimated times for the Dave Crompton 7 miles and Macclesfield 10 miles as the Masters Calculator is based … Continue reading →

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Great to see Steve Uttley back on the road

Posted on September 18, 2024 by Tony Taylor

Message from Dave Ainsworth G o o d  n e w s  – In his 3rd race back after nearly 3 years out – now with 1 kidney and undergoing chemotherapy.   Well done to Steve! And I’ve checked with Steve, a … Continue reading →

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Best Wishes for the Hundred Miles and 50 Kilometres in Gloucester, August 24th and 25th

Posted on August 23, 2024 by Tony Taylor

Everyone at Lancashire Walking Club will echo Dave Ainsworth’s message to all those participating, officiating and helping at the Gloucester track races this weekend. I wish all success and enjoyment (if possible over 100 miles) to all who’ll be at … Continue reading →

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LEIGH HARRIERS AT THE OLYMPICS ACROSS A CENTURY 1924 to 2024, FROM SILVER TO GOLD, FROM REG TO KEELY

Posted on August 9, 2024 by Tony Taylor

What a time to be a Leigh Harrier!  The name of this modest North of England athletic club is to be found on many a lip across the globe.  And, of course, this remarkable state of affairs is down to … Continue reading →

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