Category: North West Sport

News, posts and releases on North West Sport.

The Cumbrian Challenge, 16th May 2015

The Cumbrian Challenge is back by popular demand on Saturday 16 May 2015 for its third year. Are you and your team up for competing against our inspirational wounded servicemen and women on our breath-taking ‘Tough’ (20km) or ’Tougher’ (29km) routes over the stunning peaks of the Lake District? It’s just £200 to sign up …

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Rugby World Cup 2015 set to bring £45m to Manchester

On Saturday 10 October 2015 England take on Uruguay in the Rugby World Cup 2015 at Manchester City Stadium in a match set to be worth £45m to the local economy. ​ The impressive figure comes from an economic impact report by Ernst & Young, commissioned by Rugby World Cup 2015. The total economic benefit …

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Cyclists raise over £4K for North West Air Ambulance

On Sunday, 14th September 143 cyclists set out on a ride to raise money for North West Air Ambulances. These cycling events, or sportives, happen regularly across the country. But this one was different. “Share The Road” was a local event, organised by volunteers from Lancashire Cycle Link who worked around the clock to ensure everything went smoothly and safely. …

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