Would you like to be part of the successful Jack Bloor Races?
Which helps young Yorkshire sportspeople realise their dreams…?
Four decades have now passed since the untimely passing of
renowned Yorkshire sportsman, Jack Bloor, immediately after
completing a race in Meanwood, Leeds.
Jack was an accomplished sportsman in his own right, be it fell
running, athletics, cross-country, climbing, orienteering, potholing,
cycling, etc. However, his greatest gift was in encouraging young
people to engage in outdoor adventure sports.
Jack won Burnsall Fell Race in 1951 and helped establish the classic
Three Peaks Race, winning it in 1956. He mastered the Bob Graham
Round in 1979 and completed many Karrimor International Mountain
Marathons. Jack served as President of the Gritstone Club, Chair of
Yorkshire BMC, County Mountain Advisor to the Scouts and claimed
many first ascents rock climbing in the Lakes and Dales. He was an
active member of Leeds Cave Rescue Team and coached many junior
orienteers to senior level. Jack’s contribution and influence was
extraordinary.
Jack Bloor Race & Fund 