Claire Hawes

Find out what unfolded when The Times journalist and LAC member Adam Vaughan tested an unconventional tip from an American coach—coating himself in olive oil to stay warm at the start of a brisk cross-country race. Did it give him an edge, or was it just a slippery slope? Read the full story here: https://www.thetimes.com/uk/healthcare/article/i-slathered-myself-in-olive-oil-to-run-faster-did-it-work-zw7kbvlz0

Lewes Athletic Club’s women’s teams delivered outstanding performances in the third of four fixtures in the Sussex AA Cross Country League at Ardingly Showground on Saturday, November 30th. The Lewes AC women excelled against tough competition from across the county, claiming first place in Division 1 and the Women’s Vets 35-50 categories. In Division 1, the Lewes AC women’s team scored 26 points across their…

Lewes Athletic Club is delighted to announce the return of the Lewes Downland Santa Fun Run, scheduled for Sunday, 22nd December 2024. Now in its third year, this festive event promises fun and fitness for runners of all abilities while raising funds for the Friends of Lewes Victoria Hospital. Participants can choose between 5k, 10k, or 15k well-marshalled courses that traverse the beautiful Lewes Downs…

Lewes Athletic Club marked 40 years of training athletes to compete at the highest levels at a celebratory Gala Dinner in October that drew over 200 members from past and present. In a speech that received a standing ovation, Club founder and outgoing Chair Pete Masters paid tribute to those who supported the Club. He underscored the pivotal role of fundraising in the Club’s growth….

Lewes Athletic Club is delighted to announce that Dave Leach, the club’s long-time Endurance Coach and club member, has been appointed President of The Sussex Athletics Association. Members made his appointment official at the Annual General Meeting of the Association on Friday, 18th October. Dave Leach succeeds Phil Baker from the Chichester club in this prestigious role. Reflecting on the transition, the Sussex Athletics Association…

A huge congratulations to all Lewes Athletic Club members who joined us to celebrate our Club’s 40th anniversary at a fantastic party and then hit the ground running the next morning for the Lewes Downland 5 and 10-Mile Races! Also, to all the running clubs and members of the public who took part in this annual scenic trail run and Sussex Grand Prix fixture starting…

Date: Saturday 21st September 2024 Location: Rushmore Arena, Aldershot Report by: Sally Norris Lewes Athletic Club participated in the 2024 SEAA Championships (South of England Athletics Association Road Relay Championships) at the Rushmore Arena in Aldershot. The venue, part of the Ministry of Defence training estate, offered runners a fantastic, undulating course with plenty of opportunities for spectators to cheer them on. Team Lewes Lewes…

The Rye Ancient Trails race, set against the beautiful backdrop of East Sussex, attracted three runners from Lewes Athletic Club this year: Amar Saggar, Sarah Robinson, and Libby West. Sarah and Libby tackled the 30k route, while Amar took on the 15k challenge. Here’s a look at their experiences from the event. A Race Day with Friends Having Sarah and Libby at the race made…

Date: Saturday 5th October Time: 7 pm: Venue: Priory School, Mountfield Road, Lewes We invite members, partners and friends to join us in an event to celebrate our Club’s 40th Anniversary and to honour the contributions of Pete Masters, who is stepping down as Chair. Festivities will kick off with drinks and a buffet dinner with various vegetarian and vegan options. During the evening, we’ll…

Sunday 8th September 2024: A team of six from LAC participated in the 2024 Tilgate 5-Mile race, part of the West Sussex Fun Run League (WSFRL) and hosted by the Saints and Sinners Crawley Running Club. The picturesque undulating 5-mile route led our runners through Tilgate Forest, winding beneath a canopy of mixed conifers and broadleaf trees. The race provided a multi-sensory experience encompassing soft…