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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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Training on Sunday at Stockport with the Goodwin Cup on the horizon

Posted on August 1, 2024 by Tony Taylor

A quick note Enthused by today’s Olympic 20 kilometres races you will be eyeing hopefully this coming Sunday’s training session on August 4th from 12 till 5 with Adrian Edwards at the Woodbank Park track, Stockport Then a week on … Continue reading →

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To much relief, Trevor McDermot resuscitated

Posted on July 31, 2024 by Tony Taylor

For much of this century or so it seemed, Trevor McDermot, along with his wife, Linda and notables such as John Paddick, committed himself to the task of reviving race walking in the North of England. One brainchild was the … Continue reading →

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Support the Fred Pearce Memorial Relay

Posted on July 15, 2024 by Tony Taylor

I make no apologies for repeating again Dave’s eloquent plea to support this coming Saturday’s Fred Pearce Relay. I’m gutted not to be with you, especially as so many put themselves out to support my 70th anniversary appearance last year. … Continue reading →

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Looking ahead to the Fred Pearce Relay and Training at Stockport

Posted on June 26, 2024 by Tony Taylor

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 →

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Barnard Trophy 10 kilometres on July 6th cancelled

Posted on June 14, 2024 by Tony Taylor

Unfortunately the Barnard Trophy race on July 6th has had to be cancelled as the hall in the Sutton Ex-Servicemen’s club is not available. Our next race will be the always well-supported Fred Pearce Relay on July 20th. Forgive me … Continue reading →

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A Sunny Chorley greets the field for the Dave Crompton Memorial Trophy plus notice of the Bury 10 kilometres track, June 1st

Posted on May 25, 2024 by Tony Taylor

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 →

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Dave Crompton Memorial Trophy, May 11th

Posted on May 4, 2024 by Tony Taylor

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 →

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Macclesfield Shield 10 miles, April 6th at Sutton

Posted on March 25, 2024 by Tony Taylor

Our next club race is the Macclesfield Shield 10 miles, which will take place from the Ex-Service Men’s Club in Sutton on Saturday, April 6th, starting at 1.00 p.m. The venue will be open from noon. As usual, it will … Continue reading →

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