Robin Park Runners Wigan.

Congratulations Sunday Dave! 👏👏

A huge well done to David Moss on completing his 100th parkrun at Haigh Woodland parkrun this morning 🏃‍♂️🙌

Reaching 100 parkruns is a fantastic milestone and represents all the early starts, determination, community spirit and plenty of miles along the way.

Everyone at Robin Park Runners is incredibly proud of your achievement and we’re delighted to celebrate this special occasion with you. It was a fantastic morning 👏👏

FEEL GOOD FRIDAY 💛🖤

Forget the World Cup… ⚽

🏆It’s time to pick the RPR Team of the Tournament!

🥇 Ballon d’Or – Motivational Speaker 📣
⚽ Golden Boot – Dressing Room Comedian 😆
😇 Fair Play Award – Club Saint 💛
🎯 Most Assists – Most Talkative 💬
🎵 Matchday Music Award – Team DJ 🎧
🎤 Player Interview – Has the Best Stories 📖
📸Press Release- most photogenic 🤳
🟨 Most Yellow Cards – Club Troublemaker 😈
🤬 Ref’s Fave – Most Likely to Swear at the Ref 🗣️
🟥 red card - most likely to run off to the pub 🍺

👇Who’s getting your vote? 👇

Tag your teammates and let’s see who makes the RPR Team of the Tournament! ⚽🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️💛🖤

No VAR reviews. The referee’s decision is final! 😆🟨⚽

Introducing Sandra 💛🖤

Some people lead from the front. Others lead by making everyone around them feel comfortable, supported, and capable of more than they thought possible. Sandra does exactly that.

Over the past 6 years, Sandra has become a much-loved part of RPR. Her calm nature, reassuring approach, and ability to put runners at ease has helped many members grow in confidence and enjoy their running journey.

Whether it’s a training session, a race day, or simply a chat before a run, Sandra is there with a smile, encouragement, and support when it’s needed most.

And of course, there’s the carrot cake… which may or may not have been responsible for a few extra PBs over the years! 🥕🍰
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Introducing Rob 💛🖤

If you’ve ever found yourself at the back of a Robin Park Runners session, chances are you’ve seen Rob mustering back towards you!

As one of our Run Leaders, Rob is always looking out for the group. Whether it’s challenging runners at the front to push their pace, helping the group with the route, or making sure nobody feels left behind, he’s someone you can always rely on.

Dependable, supportive, and always willing to help, Rob plays a huge part in creating the atmosphere that keeps runners coming back week after week 🖤💛

Motivation Monday 💛🖤

Motivation gets you started. Community keeps you going.

Running with a club isn’t just about getting fitter or faster. It’s about having people around you who encourage you, support you, celebrate your achievements and help you through the tougher days.

At Robin Park Runners, we’re proud to be a UK Athletics affiliated club with four qualified coaches, offering support and guidance for runners.

Together, we go further. 🖤💛

Introducing Wendy 🖤💛

For the past 5 years, Wendy has been a huge part of Robin Park Runners, not only as a Run Leader but as someone who helps keep the club moving in the right direction.

As an ultra runner, Wendy understands the value of determination, consistency, and pushing beyond your comfort zone. She loves helping runners discover what they’re capable of and is never afraid to add a challenge to help the group grow stronger.

Passionate about giving back to the club that welcomed her, Wendy leads by example and is always looking out for the team. Her leadership, determination, and passion for helping others succeed make her a valued member of Robin Park Runners and a role model to many. 💛🖤

Feel Good Friday 🏳️‍🌈
Happy Pride Month from Robin Park Runners 🏳️‍🌈

Pride Month is an opportunity to celebrate diversity, inclusion and the strength that comes from being part of a community where people can be themselves. We are proud to stand alongside our LGBTQ+ members, friends, families and the wider community.

Our Pride logo is a reminder that our community is built on kindness, respect and belonging. Everyone deserves to feel welcome, valued and supported.

So this Feel Good Friday, let’s celebrate being ourselves, lifting each other up, and run with pride.

Introducing Wes 💛🖤

If you've ever been on a run with Wes, you'll know one thing for certain — you're guaranteed an adventure! 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️

A Run Leader and long-standing member, Wes is known for his enthusiasm, positivity, and ability to make every run enjoyable. Whether he's leading a familiar route or taking an unexpected detour, he always brings plenty of laughs along the way.

What people really appreciate about Wes is the atmosphere he creates. Nobody feels out of place, nobody gets left behind, and every run feels more like an adventure with friends than a training session.

Wes has been a huge part of Robin Park Runners over the years and is someone who genuinely enjoys helping others discover their own love of running 👏👏

A new month is here, and with it comes another chance to do the things we said we’d start last month.

30 fresh opportunities to get outside, move your body, and spend time with some pretty amazing people.

One month can change everything – start now!

Let’s make this month one to remember, RPR. Miles, laughs, achievements, and plenty of memories along the way. 🖤💛🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

💛🖤May Round-Up – Robin Park Runners 🖤💛

What a month it’s been for Robin Park Runners! May has been packed with races, achievements, learning opportunities and plenty of miles shared together.

We kicked things off with our first official coaching session, where members worked on posture, running form and stride technique, picking up valuable tips to improve their running.

The racing calendar was busy too, with members proudly representing the club at the Yarrow Bluebell 10K, Alderley Edge 10K, Quarry Bank 10K Trail, and the ever-popular Wigan 10K Trail, where RPR turned out in fantastic numbers.

A huge congratulations goes to Zaneta Szlapka, who took on the challenging Kendal to Preston Ultra and finished an incredible 4th female overall – a phenomenal achievement. 👏👏

At the Chorley 10K, Wendy Lou Green, Sunday Dave David Moss and David Peers proudly flew the Robin Park Runners flag, while the Great Manchester Run saw members take on both the 10K and Half Marathon. A special mention goes to Abi, who knocked an amazing 13 minutes off her PB, showing what consistent training and determination can achieve.

We also held our parkrun takeover, with members stepping up to fill volunteer roles across the event. It was a huge success, and our team loved cheering, encouraging and supporting every runner who took part.

Away from racing, we were proud to support the community by taking part in the Wigan & Leigh Hospice Pub Walk, helping raise funds for a fantastic local cause.

We also held a track session, where members learned new techniques and training methods from our coaching team, continuing to develop skills and confidence.

Another major milestone this month was seeing Nikki and Marie successfully complete all of their training and qualify as Robin Park Runners Run Leaders. Their hard work, commitment and enthusiasm have been outstanding, and we know they’ll be a huge asset to the club as they help support and inspire our members.

Whether you raced, volunteered, coached, supported, or simply turned up for a club run, thank you for being part of what makes Robin Park Runners so special. Every achievement, contributes to the amazing community we’re building together.

💛🖤 Robin Park Runners – Well done 🖤💛