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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 – 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…

Welcome to Macclesfield Harriers

Ewan Edmondson
Macclesfield Harriers and Athletic Club welcomes runners and athletes of all abilities aged 9 years and over, from complete beginners to those competing at a national level. Club members participate in road running, track & field, cross country and fell running. In addition to track training twice a week, we…