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Rossendale Harriers & AC
Rawtenstall · Lancashire · England
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Rossendale Harriers & AC combines track, road and fell running at Marl Pits, with junior coaching and a separate beginner fitness session.
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About Rossendale Harriers & AC
Rossendale Harriers & AC was formed in 1967 as the new track and pavilion at Marl Pits gave athletics a permanent home in Rawtenstall, Lancashire, England. The club credits Walter Whittaker of the local sports council and teacher Eddie Roberts with helping bring it into being. Local fell races predated the club, but are not treated as an earlier founding date.
Marl Pits remains the base for training on the track, surrounding roads and hills. Experienced adults normally train on Tuesday and Thursday evenings; Monday's First Steps to Fitness session offers a different entry point. Junior coaching caters for children from eight, and the volunteer-run club also organises fell races and maintains a members' gym.
Adult newcomers are directed to arrive upstairs at the clubhouse around 6.45pm before the 7pm session. Families should contact the junior coordinator to arrange a trial rather than assume a place is available. Membership questions can go to the published membership contact, and the website explains how to enrol.
Established 1967
Notable members, past and present
Walter Whittaker
Founding organiser
The club credits the then Rawtenstall Sports Council chairman with helping establish Rossendale Harriers in 1967.
Eddie Roberts
Founding organiser
Named in the club history as the local teacher whose work helped bring the club into being.
Club contact details
Public information from the club or its governing-body directory.
Junior enquiries
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Profile reviewed 2026-10-15. Training arrangements can change; check with the club before attending.
Athletes at this club
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