Category Archives: Results

Wrapping up the club’s 2017 results

Posted on December 3, 2017 by Tony Taylor

I was really sorry to miss this Saturday’s Dick Maxwell Memorial race. Believe it or not, I was even warming to the Simister ‘Nightmare’ out and back course! My illusions aside, this post seeks to wrap up the results of … Continue reading →

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Albert Rigby Shield 10K at Sutton Macclesfield, October 7 and notice of the AGM, November 4

Posted on October 29, 2017 by Tony Taylor

Albert Rigby Shield 10K at Sutton Macclesfield, October 7 Roy Gunnett reports: The race was held over 3 laps of the new ‘out and back’ course and was a trial for this course. The weather was overcast with drizzle and … Continue reading →

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Memories of Leicester and Lancashire

Posted on October 18, 2017 by Tony Taylor

More by luck than accident, I was chuffed to find myself in the splendid grounds of Abbey Park for the celebration of Leicester Walking Club’s 90th anniversary, organised in conjunction with the Jim Sharlott 10k Open and BMAF 10k championships … Continue reading →

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Adrian Edwards dominates the second Two Hour race at Bury

Posted on September 26, 2017 by Tony Taylor

The 2 hour R. Smith Track Challenge and the Ladies 5k Z. Smith Track Race.  Bury Track on Saturday 9th September 2017. Roy Gunnett reports: The weather conditions were a challenge in themselves. There were bursts of heavy rain and strong … Continue reading →

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Adrian Edwards medals yet again in the National 50k

Posted on September 26, 2017 by Tony Taylor

Adrian completed his set of National 50k medals over in the Isle of Man, However Roy Gunnett’s long-standing injury problems meant he couldn’t start the race. Hence we were unable to defend our team title. Conditions were wet and windy … Continue reading →

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Chorley proves once more a tough test

Posted on August 21, 2017 by Tony Taylor

Goodwin Cup 10 kilometres, Chorley, August 19, 2017 Roy Gunnett reports: The race was held over the usual hilly 2 lap course on a warm overcast day. There was a good turnout of 15 walkers, this included our 2 regular … Continue reading →

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Lambert Trophy One Hour Challenge, July 29, Bury

Posted on August 17, 2017 by Tony Taylor

The Lambert Trophy One hour Challenge race held at Bury’s Athletic Track on 29th July 2017. Roy Gunnett reports: There was an excellent turn out of 20 walkers for this race (15 men and 5 women). It was therefore great … Continue reading →

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Bringing the site up-to-date – 5k races at Simister and Horwich, May and June

Posted on August 17, 2017 by Tony Taylor

 Fred Pearce 3 x 5k Relay held on 27th May at Simister. Roy Gunnett reports: It was the 22nd anniversary of this unique and popular event. The race was held on the usual ‘out & back’ course from Lady Wilton … Continue reading →

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Catching up continued with photos – Allen Trophy 15 miles at Chorley 6th May 2017

Posted on May 22, 2017 by Tony Taylor

    Firstly here is Fred Pearce’s report on the proceedings. On a cold & breezy day 11 competitors set off on this exacting 15-mile race at Chorley. The winner receiving the magnificent Allen Trophy , which is silver, stands … Continue reading →

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Catching up – Macclesfield Shield 20K 8th April 2017

Posted on May 22, 2017 by Tony Taylor

Continuing apologies as I catch up with race results. Macclesfield Shield 20K 8th April 2017 Roy Gunnett reports: The race was held on the normal tough hilly course over 6 laps. It was a very pleasant warm sunny day (over 20C) … Continue reading →

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