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celebrating 40 years 1985-2025


Results - Cross Country - Fixture 3 Euro Cross Challenge at Sefton Park
Well done all. Results here
5 days ago1 min read


FORTY AND FABULOUS!
Burnden Road Runners hit a huge milestone this week as November 2025 marks 40 years since the Club’s affiliation with England Athletics. Members poured in to celebrate Burnden’s big birthday at Georgian House with a BBQ buffet, DJ and dancing - organised by Kath and Andrew Berry and Jennifer Entwistle. Former Chairs and original member, Kath, contributed to an interesting speech on the Club’s history, which culminated with a thank you from current Burnden Chair, Tony Fulop. T
Nov 203 min read


Trotters Community 5 Mile Race - DATE CHANGE
Please be advised that our Trotters 5 mile trail race has been moved to Sunday 15th March . Further details from our Race Directors are below
Nov 171 min read


Cross Country - South East - Heaton Park
Results here from 15/11/25
Nov 161 min read


CLGP - Last Drop 5k Result
Well done everyone - Results here
Nov 161 min read


TOP OF THE HILL FOR TYLER
Grim weather did nothing to deter speedy Tyler Hill from scaling the heights of the Lake District as he placed 1st position in a field of 128 at Ullswater 14K. The stunning Lakeland Trails events offer a variety of routes and distances with panoramic views, challenging elevations and exhilarating descents. The impressive accolade for Hill came after he was first to climb up to Boredale Hause before a swift descent back down to the Patterdale Valley and a ribbon breaking finis
Nov 132 min read


GIN PIT STEAMS AGAIN
Burnden were back in the Gin Pit for a muddy 5 miles as the CLGP offering rolled up on the calendar. Named for the area of the Gin Pit Colliery, the race is hosted by Astley & Tyldesley Road Runners and is always a fun event though hazardously narrow in places. Top three gentlemen were led by speedy Tom Stratton in 33:34 with Suleman Badat seconds behind in 34:18 and Steve Nolan nailing 1st MV65 in 3rd with 34:41. Paul Christie took 1st MV70 in 44:04. Ladies were on Vet fire
Nov 83 min read


Burnden Road Runners AGM
Our AGM will take place on Monday 1st December at 8pm at Smithills Sports Centre. We ask attendees to bring some treats for our Jacob's Feast. You can let everyone know what you are bringing by completing this form . See what others are bringing, so we don't have too much of the same items, here
Nov 61 min read


CLGP - Gin Pit Results
Well done everyone! Results here
Nov 31 min read


Cross Country Results - Clarke Gardens
Well done everyone - Results here
Nov 31 min read


SUPERSTAR CHERYL WINS EA AWARD!
Following on from Burnden’s Club of the Year Award in 2023 from England Athletics, we had another reason to be proud as our Cheryl picked up some more bling. Cheryl was nominated as Volunteer of the Year in the EA Awards this year and (to nobody’s surprise!), she won! We all know that Cheryl is a legend – loyal, everlastingly cheerful and as energetic as a Duracell bunny! Now it’s official as this is what England Athletics and Cheryl herself had to say on her win. “Cheryl Du
Nov 33 min read


Join our 50 day Run to Christmas Challenge.
We’re thrilled to announce the return of our 50 Day Run to Christmas Challenge , kicking off on Wednesday 5th November 2025 , all in support of Urban Outreach Bolton . Together, we’ll be running or walking to make a difference for local families this festive season by raising funds to purchase food and essentials for Urban Outreach. 🏃♀️ The Challenge Run or walk 2 miles every day for 50 days , from 5th November to 24th December .Stay active, feel festive, and help spread s
Nov 12 min read


Ticket sales now closed - enjoy your evening.
Get ready to join us on Saturday, 15th November, for an unforgettable celebration of 40 fantastic years of our beloved running club! We've got an amazing evening lined up with a sizzling hot buffet, a lively DJ, and a nostalgic journey through 40 years of Burnden Road Runners. The celebration will be held at Mercure Bolton, Georgian House, Manchester Road, Blackrod BL6 5RU.
Oct 311 min read


RED ROSE RUNNERS
Cross Country Captain, Paul Duke, led his team this weekend as the first race of the Red Rose League kicked off at Leigh – starting an autumn filled with mud, grass and smiles for Burnden members. Ladies ran a single lap 5K - bringing two 1st along with a 2nd and 3rd Vet category win. Gwen Kinloch was 1st home and 1st V65 in 23:22. Lyndsay Darbyshire followed in 24:39 – securing a 1st place V55. Anne Ferguson brought home the 2nd place V65 in 25:29 and Elaine Roper claimed 3
Oct 223 min read


Cross Country Results - Leigh
Results here Well done everyone!
Oct 131 min read


GOOD LUCK CHERYL
The incredible Cheryl Dunleavy is shortlisted at the England Athletics Volunteer Awards this weekend as Club Volunteer of the Year....
Oct 101 min read


Walk with Burnden
On Monday 13th October, we'll be offering a walking option alongside our usual Monday Muster training session. Open to all, especially...
Oct 101 min read


NEIGH PROBLEM FOR CHESTER 8
Andy, Bernie, Tess, Phil, Kimberley, Ravi, Marcus, Hamad Eight members of the Burnden stable crossed the finish line this weekend as the...
Oct 92 min read


WORSLEY WONDERS
Burnden were back on the trails at the Worsley Woods 5 Mile for another bash at the CLGP and the Club Championship. The race, organised...
Oct 23 min read


WARRINGTON WONDERS
Warrington Festival of Running returned this week and featured many a Burndener opting to compete in the ballot operated races, which...
Sep 301 min read
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