FOR years local runners had to choose between two of the best races in the area, because the Accrington 10K and the Through the Villages race at Wheelton clashed.

Once again you can enter both, as the Accrington race is on Sunday, October 31, with the Through the Villages a week later. Entry forms can be collected from Hyndburn Sports Centre, or contact Harry Haseley for details on 01254 235957.

STEVE Anderton, organiser of last week's Cross Country meeting at Hyndburn, has announced a substantial surplus from their event for Hyndburn AC. Steve would like to thank the sponsors.

THE Wesham 10K on Saturday, November 27 has filled early for the last two years. For details contact Mr L Ward on 01772 684681. The Four Villages Half Marathon at Helsby, near Chester, has a permit for 1,800 runners. The race is on Sunday, January 23 but entries have been known to close in early December. The race secretary can be contacted at 38 Latham Avenue, Helsby, Cheshire, WA6 OER.

BLACKBURN Road Runners has rejoined the Mid Lancs Cross Country League. Adrian Batson is their co-ordinator and athletes interested in running for the club at Barrow on Saturday, or in subsequent fixtures, should call Adrian.

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