With a mix of closed roads, live entertainment and fancy bling, the Wigan Running Festival is a popular choice and raises thousands of pounds for the Joining Jack charity. A soggy day saw the Marland family attend the Festival at Mesnes Park along with over 1,000 runners. Ally and Simon took on the Half Marathon distance while Sue opted for the 5K. Ally finished just ahead of dad, Simon, in 1:42:07, Simon crossed in 1:43:05 and Sue completed the 5K in 32:32. JUSTIN’S ROBIN HO

Excellent turnout at our CLGP Event, The Trotters 5 Mile Trail Race. Results here - https://www.trailblazingevents.co.uk/calendars/timed-events/results Photo album here (please add your own photos) - https://photos.app.goo.gl/4EY2atnkyxCYVnFx6

Burnden Road Runners were out in force to support the first XMiles Bolton Half Marathon and 10K, organised by Epic Events, and it was a day to be proud. The course was challenging to say the least – with hills (yes, THAT one in Queen’s Park!), twists, turns and dog legs but the support, particularly in the park, was astounding. Our England Athletics Volunteer of the Year, Cheryl Dunleavy, deserves a mention for being out dressed as a Burnden bee and supporting around the cloc