The Sporting Edge Track
6 lane synthetic track in Ormskirk, Lancashire · L39 4QP
Athletics and running track in Ormskirk
The Sporting Edge Track serves runners, clubs and schools around Ormskirk, Lancashire. You'll find it at Edge Hill University College, St. Helens Road, Ormskirk, L39 4QP. Access is restricted, so check with the operator or a resident club before turning up. Liverpool Pembroke & Sefton Harriers & AC train here, and their sessions are usually the quickest route in if you're new to the venue. Floodlighting isn't confirmed here, as the notes and the listing disagree, so check before planning an evening session. Facilities, lane count, surface and charges are all listed below, along with any upcoming events, so you can work out whether it suits the session you have in mind before travelling.
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More about The Sporting Edge Track
The track was upgraded in 1997 as part of Edge Hill's ?4 million Lottery award when it was resurfaced, field event areas added and floodlighting installed. The M60 5K world record was broken on the track on 6th June 1998 with time of 16:24.0 by Southport Waterloo athlete Steve James. The track is one of a number of top quality sports facilities on offer at Edge Hill. Also available are an indoor sports hall, fitness suite, squash courts, grass pitches, synthetic Hockey and Football areas, Netball and Tennis courts and a licensed bar and refreshment area. Liverpool Pembroke Sefton are working with the NoEAA to try and ensure that the track is fully certified for the 2002 season.
Common questions about The Sporting Edge Track
Can anyone use The Sporting Edge Track?
Access to The Sporting Edge Track in Ormskirk is restricted, so check with the operator or a club that trains there before you go.
When is The Sporting Edge Track open?
Opening times on record for The Sporting Edge Track in Ormskirk: Mon-Sun 0900-2200 but ring first as track sometimes booked for teaching. Club times (non exclusive) (LPS) Tue & Thu 1830-2030, Sun 1100-1300.
How much does it cost to use The Sporting Edge Track?
Charges on record for The Sporting Edge Track in Ormskirk: Adult £2.00, Junior £1.20.
What surface is The Sporting Edge Track, and how many lanes does it have?
The Sporting Edge Track in Ormskirk is a 400m synthetic running track with 6 lanes and an 8 lane straight.
Does The Sporting Edge Track have floodlights?
It isn't confirmed. The Sporting Edge Track in Ormskirk isn't marked as floodlit, but the notes on record mention floodlights, so check with the venue before planning an evening session.
Is The Sporting Edge Track a certified athletics track?
Not as far as we know. The restricted certificate on file for The Sporting Edge Track in Ormskirk expired on 31 December 2001, so treat times run there as unofficial unless the venue confirms a newer one.
What field event facilities does The Sporting Edge Track have?
The Sporting Edge Track in Ormskirk has a steeplechase water jump.
Does The Sporting Edge Track have changing rooms?
Yes. The Sporting Edge Track in Ormskirk has full changing facilities.
Which running and athletics clubs train at The Sporting Edge Track?
Liverpool Pembroke & Sefton Harriers & AC train at The Sporting Edge Track in Ormskirk.
Where is The Sporting Edge Track?
The Sporting Edge Track is at Edge Hill University College, St. Helens Road, Ormskirk, L39 4QP.
What other running tracks are near The Sporting Edge Track?
The nearest other running tracks to The Sporting Edge Track in Ormskirk are Skelmersdale College Track in Skelmersdale (4.0 miles), Ruffwood School Track in Liverpool (4.9 miles) and Knowsley Community College Track in Liverpool (5.4 miles).
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