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06-06-2025
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IRONMAN Night Run: This year's winners
Ironman's Night Run was back with a bang on Friday to kick off the 2025 weekend. A record-breaking number of residents gathered in Bolton town centre to complete either a 5km or 10km run around the streets. Runners set off at Le Mans Crescent to the sound of an air horn, blown by borough mayor, Cllr David Chadwick at 7pm – with the first runner crossing the finish line at Victoria Square just over 17 minutes later. Daniel Harrison was the first to finish the 5km race, with a time of 17 minutes and three seconds, thirteen seconds before second place Lucas Gregory. Rachel Sidebotham was the first woman to finish the 5k Night Run. (Image: Leah Collins) Rachel Sidebotham was the first woman to cross the finish line for the 5km just minutes later. READ MORE: Rachel also came first place during the 2024 run and managed to retain her title. Rachel, who is from Wigan, said: 'It's been great, I've been training since last year. 'I've also been training with an injury so overcoming that has been really good for my confidence! 'I'm volunteering to help for Sunday's Ironman, so I'm excited to see others cross the finish line!' Lewis McGee was the first man to cross the finish line for the 10k race. (Image: Leah Collins) The first to cross the line in the 10k race was Lewis McGee, who crossed the line just after 7:35pm. Speaking to The Bolton News Lewis said it felt 'incredible' to have won. Lewis described winning as 'incredible' (Image: Leah Collins) He said: 'I've been training a lot, I wasn't expecting at all so it's a great achievement. 'I've also come straight from work so I'm knackered but so proud to have finished first!' Melanie Walls was the first woman to finish the 10k race. Melanie Walls was the first woman to finish the 10k race. (Image: Leah Collins) Speaking to The Bolton News she said: 'It feels so special and rewarding to win – I'm amazed!' Ahead of the event, Mayor of Bolton David Chadwick praised the event: 'The Bolton Ironman is a fantastic event, it celebrates Bolton's fantastic community. Mayor David Chadwick praised Bolton's 'fantastic community'. (Image: Leah Collins) 'This evening is an important one as anyone can take part, it's great to see such a fantastic turn out and I wish all runners the best of luck for the race.' Deputy mayor Andy Morgan and deputy mayoress Karen Holdsworth were also in attendance. Deputy Mayor Andy Morgan and deputy Mayoress Karen Holdsworth. (Image: Leah Collins) Speaking to The Bolton News Cllr Andy Morgan said: 'This evening has seen a glorious turnout, tonight's fun run is one of the largest sports events in Bolton and is the perfect start to such a fabulous weekend.' The program of events continues this weekend, with Ironkids set to take place on Saturday and Ironman 70.3 set to take place on Sunday.
Yahoo
06-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
IRONMAN Night Run: This year's winners
Ironman's Night Run was back with a bang on Friday to kick off the 2025 weekend. A record-breaking number of residents gathered in Bolton town centre to complete either a 5km or 10km run around the streets. Runners set off at Le Mans Crescent to the sound of an air horn, blown by borough mayor, Cllr David Chadwick at 7pm – with the first runner crossing the finish line at Victoria Square just over 17 minutes later. Advertisement Daniel Harrison was the first to finish the 5km race, with a time of 17 minutes and three seconds, thirteen seconds before second place Lucas Gregory. Rachel Sidebotham was the first woman to finish the 5k Night Run. (Image: Leah Collins) Rachel Sidebotham was the first woman to cross the finish line for the 5km just minutes later. READ MORE: Rachel also came first place during the 2024 run and managed to retain her title. Rachel, who is from Wigan, said: 'It's been great, I've been training since last year. Advertisement 'I've also been training with an injury so overcoming that has been really good for my confidence! 'I'm volunteering to help for Sunday's Ironman, so I'm excited to see others cross the finish line!' Lewis McGee was the first man to cross the finish line for the 10k race. (Image: Leah Collins) The first to cross the line in the 10k race was Lewis McGee, who crossed the line just after 7:35pm. Speaking to The Bolton News Lewis said it felt 'incredible' to have won. Lewis described winning as 'incredible' (Image: Leah Collins) He said: 'I've been training a lot, I wasn't expecting at all so it's a great achievement. Advertisement 'I've also come straight from work so I'm knackered but so proud to have finished first!' Melanie Walls was the first woman to finish the 10k race. Melanie Walls was the first woman to finish the 10k race. (Image: Leah Collins) Speaking to The Bolton News she said: 'It feels so special and rewarding to win – I'm amazed!' Ahead of the event, Mayor of Bolton David Chadwick praised the event: 'The Bolton Ironman is a fantastic event, it celebrates Bolton's fantastic community. Mayor David Chadwick praised Bolton's 'fantastic community'. (Image: Leah Collins) 'This evening is an important one as anyone can take part, it's great to see such a fantastic turn out and I wish all runners the best of luck for the race.' Advertisement Deputy mayor Andy Morgan and deputy mayoress Karen Holdsworth were also in attendance. Deputy Mayor Andy Morgan and deputy Mayoress Karen Holdsworth. (Image: Leah Collins) Speaking to The Bolton News Cllr Andy Morgan said: 'This evening has seen a glorious turnout, tonight's fun run is one of the largest sports events in Bolton and is the perfect start to such a fabulous weekend.' The program of events continues this weekend, with Ironkids set to take place on Saturday and Ironman 70.3 set to take place on Sunday.
Yahoo
30-04-2025
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'Plan ahead' - all the road closures for Bolton's biggest sporting event
Locals are being urged to plan ahead and enjoy an action packed weekend when Ironman UK comes to Bolton this summer. Bolton Council have announced which roads will be closed for the weekend now to allow people to prepare for the three-day sporting festival in June. Bolton Ironman 70.3 will be returning to the town from Friday, June 6 to Sunday, June 8. Thousands of athletes are expected to take part in the three different events, with temporary road closures needed to keep residents, competitors and spectators safe. The closures will be similar to those put in place during previous years. (Image: Bolton Council) Along with the Ironman 70.3 competition itself on Sunday – there will also be the Night Run on Friday and Ironkids on Saturday. The temporary closures for Ironman 70.3 will extend from Pennington Flash to Bolton, mainly affecting Chorley New Road and the town centre. The town centre and Middlebrook retail park will be open as normal all weekend. Anyone driving into the town centre is advised to park at one of the car parks, which will be open as normal. Anyone heading to Middlebrook retail park from Bolton is advised to use Wigan Road (A676/A58) to Manchester Road/Chorley Road (A6) and then use De Havilland Way (A6027). A spokesperson for Bolton Council said: 'Thousands of local people and visitors will be taking part in and enjoying our three IRONMAN events and we are sure that there will once again be a fabulous atmosphere. 'But with so many people taking part, including children, we are asking everyone to help us make safety the highest priority. 'Temporary road closures are an unavoidable part of large events and while every effort is made to keep disruption to a minimum, we strongly advise residents and visitors to check the route maps and plan ahead accordingly.' Have a story? Get in touch at More information on the course and diversions to avoid road closures, including maps and timings, can be found on the IRONMAN website. A road access hotline for further information is available six weeks prior to the events and throughout the race weekend by calling 03330 11 66 00. Residents can also email bolton70.3@ for more information but this will not be monitored on race day. READ MORE: Registration opens for IRONKIDS and Night Run Bolton UK READ MORE: Ironman Bolton - sign up for Ironkids and Night Run READ MORE: New race becomes England's only full-length Ironman course Le Mans Crescent, Howell Croft North and Howell Croft South will be closed from 06:00 on Friday, June 6 to 09:00 on Monday, June 9 due to the course set up and build for the weekend events. Moor Lane, Deansgate, Knowsley Street, Chorley Street, Spa Road, St Edmund Street, Helena Road and Bridge Street will be closed 17:30 – 21:00. Spa Road will be closed eastbound from 17.30 – 21:00. Le Mans Crescent will be closed all day. Deansgate will be closed 06:00 – 17:00. St Helen's Road, Sandy Lane, Byrom Lane, Slag Lane and Lowton Road will be closed from 06:00 – 10:00. Wigan Road/Warrington Road (A573) will be closed 06:00 – 10:30. Bickershaw Lane, a short section of the A578, Nel Pan Lane and Westleigh Lane will be closed 06:00 –10:45. Atherleigh Way (A579) between St Helen's Road and Kirkhall Lane will be closed northbound only 06:00 – 09:45. Atherleigh Way (A579) will be closed northbound only between Kirkhall Lane and the Talbot roundabout 06:00 –10:45. Gibfield Park Way and Gibfield Park Avenue will be closed 06:30 – 11:00. North Road from the junction with Gibfield Park Avenue, Platt Lane and the A58 from Platt Lane to the Chequerbent roundabout will be closed 06:30 – 11:00. Park Road and Manchester Road (A6) will be closed westbound only from 07:00 – 11:00. Chew Moor Lane / Tempest Road to Regent Road, and Regent Road to Chorley New Road, will be closed 07:00 – 11:15. De Havilland Way will be closed northbound 07:00 – 13:00. Victoria Road (A58) and Old Kiln Lane will be closed 07:00 – 13:00. Chorley New Road from Beaumont Road to the Beehive Roundabout will be closed eastbound from 07:00 – 13:00. There will be access westbound throughout the day. Chorley New Road from Beaumont Road to Waterslea Drive will be closed from 07:00 – 13:30. Chorley New Road from Waterslea Drive to St George's Road (B6226) will be closed 07:00 – 17:30 Chew Moor Lane, St John's Road, Tempest Road, Regent Road will be closed 07:00 – 11:15. Chorley Street, Bark Street, St Helena's Road, Blackhorse Street and Queen Street will be closed 07:00 – 15:30. Spa Road will be closed from 06:00 – 18:00.
Yahoo
07-02-2025
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Ironman weekend - still time for all ages to get involved in the sporting weekend
More than 2,000 athletes are set to compete in Ironman 70.3 Bolton in June, with tickets sold out in record time. But young and old can still be part of the sporting weekend through Night Run and Ironkids. The gruelling event, which involves swimming, cycling, and running, has attracted participants from Spain, Poland, and Italy, will join the race, who will join with the majority competing on home soil. Up to 87 per cent of the competitors are first-timers, with 70 per cent tackling their inaugural Ironman 70.3 race. Ironman 70.3 in New Zealand 2024 (Image:) The demanding course begins with a one-loop, 1.2-mile swim at Pennington Flash Country Park. Athletes will navigate two left turns before heading back to exit the water, cheered on by the lively crowds on the lake's bank. This is followed by a 56-mile bike ride, starting with two loops through Lowton, Abram, and Bickershaw, before heading north towards Bolton. Ironman 70.3 in New Zealand 2024 (Image:) The second half of the course includes two loops of Horwich and Bolton, with significant spectator support expected along Chorley New Road. The main climb of the day is an out-and-back section on Victoria Road and Old Kiln Road, with a total ascent of 840m. The bike course concludes at Queens Park, after a second loop of central Bolton. Ironman 70.3 in New Zealand (Image: Graeme Murray) To finish the race, athletes will tackle a two-loop, 13.1-mile run around Bolton town centre, before ascending through Queen's Park onto Chorley New Road. After descending back through Queen's Park, athletes will then return to the crowds and historic buildings of central Bolton, finishing in front of Bolton Town Hall. Lewis Peacock, race director for Ironman 70.3 Bolton, said: "We are thrilled to have sold out general entries for Ironman 70.3 Bolton 2025 in record time, as over 2,000 athletes are set to take to the start line this year. "It's a testament to not only the race, but the incredible host town of Bolton. "We can't wait to go racing again." Cllr Nadeem Ayub, Bolton council's executive cabinet member for culture, said: "Our Ironman 70.3 event is the jewel in the crown of a wonderful weekend of sport and activities that gets bigger and better every year. "So, I'm delighted that the event has sold out but not surprised. "I'm especially pleased to see that a higher proportion of women than ever before will be taking part, and I wish all the athletes good luck with their training. "What sets Bolton's Ironman 70.3 apart is the fabulous support the athletes get along the way, and I know that Boltonians will be out in force to cheer them on." The Ironman 70.3 Bolton race on Sunday June 8, is the highlight of a weekend of events starting on Friday June 6, including the Night Run Bolton UK and Ironkids Bolton. READ MORE > Tears of joy as Ironman Night Run returns to Bolton for 2024 READ MORE > Ironkids race sees thousands of children dash through Boltonhttps:// Night Run Bolton UK allows athletes to take on either a 5km or 10km run through the town centre, culminating on the red carpet finish. Both races can be entered at Both races are available to enter below: Night Run Bolton UK: IRONKIDS Bolton: Ironkids then welcomes thousands of children to experience that finish line feeling for themselves. If you missed out on a place at Ironman 70.3 Bolton and still want to take part, you can enter with a Nirvana Enhanced Athlete Experience Package. For more information, visit
