Posts by Catharine Crossley

Meet the Member – Owain Morris

Catharine Crossley
Introducing Macclesfield Harrier Owain Morris. As the Club’s Road Running Manager, Owain is keen  to increase participation in road races. Owain can be found on the start line of most local races. He actively encourages and supports members to participate in races and to have fun.   Q1. When did…

Meet the Member – Kelly Buckley

Catharine Crossley
Taking our first Meet the Member slot of 2024 is trail run leader and exceptional hill runner, Kelly Buckley. Kelly has been running with the Macclesfield Harriers for 9 years. She is lucky enough to live in Rainow and has some great trails on her doorstep. Kelly also enjoys exploring…

Meet the Member – Steph Wood

Catharine Crossley
It’s been quite the year for Macclesfield Harrier, Steph Wood. In June, she successfully completed the Bob Graham Round and is now the (un)official holder of the title ‘Most glamorous person to complete the BGR’.  She warmed up for the BG by forming part of the winning over 50s team…

Meet the Member – Rob Whitby

Catharine Crossley
Introducing Macclesfield Harrier, Rob Whitby. You may know Rob, as ‘Rob the Barber’ – he’s been described as ‘a quality barber with a passion and dedication to the haircutting profession.’ Rob has recently set up his own barber shop on Park Lane, Silktown Barbers. When he is not busy making…

Meet the Member – Emma Mason

Catharine Crossley
Taking our first Meet the Member slot of 2023 is runner, run leader and organiser extraordinaire, Emma Mason. Emma has been running with the Macclesfield Harriers for 10 years and during that time she has transitioned from a road runner to a fell runner. She is not put off by…

Meet the Member – Kathleen O’Donnell

Catharine Crossley
Introducing Macclesfield Harrier’s answer to Wordsworth; Kathleen O’Donnell. Kathleen has been running with the Club from 2014. Since then she has definitely made her presence known both at local fell races and those further afield. She may be small but she is mighty. Kathleen has a significant number of racing…

Meet the Member – Lindsey Russell

Catharine Crossley
Introducing one of Macclesfield Harrier’s newest run leaders, Lindsey Russell.  Lindsey has been running with the Harriers for 9 years. She stays well clear of the mud, preferring to take part in road races and track sessions. Lindsey can be found at the track on Tuesdays, in all weathers and…

Meet the Member – Alison Hartopp

Catharine Crossley
Introducing Macclesfield Harrier, Alison Hartopp.  Alison is one of our fantastic club coaches, who gives up her time to support athletes of all ages from U15 upwards. Alison has also recently achieved her Level 4 Starters qualification. In between coaching and officiating, Alison still manages to run competitively. She is  a…

Meet the Member – Mandy Calvert

Catharine Crossley
Introducing Macclesfield Harrier & Superhero, Mandy Calvert. Mandy’s running CV is nothing short of spectacular. Mandy is no stranger to long distance events. She has completed the legendary Dragons Back and the UTMB races. She attained 1st place V50 at UTMB in 2014. Both races feature on the bucket list…

Meet the Member – Digby Harris

Catharine Crossley
Introducing fell runner extraordinaire and proud Macclesfield Harrier, Digby Harris. Digby is a club legend. Not many people go from a non-runner, to taking on the Big Rounds in under 2 years – the Bob Graham, Paddy Buckley and Charlie Ramsay Rounds. Q1. When did you start running? DH: In…