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Oswestry Olympians
Oswestry · Shropshire · England
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Oswestry Olympians is a running, athletics and triathlon club in Shropshire, England, serving both sides of the Welsh border since 1980.
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About Oswestry Olympians
Oswestry Olympians was founded in November 1980 by Doug Morris and other local athletes, as Park Hall Stadium returned from military to local use. Volunteers helped restore its athletics track, giving the new club a base for junior and senior sport. The club is based in Oswestry, Shropshire, England, and draws members from both sides of the border with Wales.
Its English and Welsh athletics affiliations reflect that border community. Road, fell, cross-country and track and field developed alongside social running, and a triathlon section was formed in 2003. The club history records Doug Morris's role in establishing races including the Lake Vyrnwy Half Marathon and the contribution of former chairman Mick Ward. Park Hall's original track belongs to that history, rather than being presented as a current training venue.
Junior sessions cover athletics, sportshall and cross-country, with locations managed through SPOND. The current junior page restricts attendance to members and says specific triathlon coaching is not being provided. Senior and junior membership links are available on the club website; the contact form routes enquiries to the appropriate section.
Established 1980
Notable members, past and present
Doug Morris
Founding member
Helped establish Oswestry Olympians in 1980 and launched local races including the Lake Vyrnwy Half Marathon, according to the club history.
Mick Ward
Former chairman
Chaired the club during 1990–2000; its history recalls his earlier British amateur cycling championship and later age-group running.
Club contact details
Public information from the club or its governing-body directory.
Main Club Contact
Lydia Hughes (swimming)
lydhughes98@hotmail.comWelfare Officers
Ashling Donohoe-Harrison
ashlingdh@hotmail.comWelfare Officers
Lisa Ashworth (juniors)
carruthers_lisa@hotmail.comWelfare Officers
St. John Ashworth
stjohn.ashworth@btinternet.comMembership Secretary
Mary Thornton
mary58@btinternet.comVi Guide Runner
Robin Turner
blindguiderunner@use.startmail.comJunior coaching enquiries
07767 312977Club history and information sources
Profile reviewed 2026-10-14. Training arrangements can change; check with the club before attending.
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