He was much loved by club and fellow members and was often down supporting the club on training nights.

He joined Primrose Harriers in 1949 which eventually in 1965 amalgamated with Lunesdale Athletic Club in 1965 to become Lancaster & Morecambe AC.

In 2015 he took part in the club 50th anniversary event and was joined by members young and old when he completed the 50th lap of the track to celebrate 50 years with Lancaster & Morecambe AC

Arnold left a legacy for the club in his will which not only helps secure our financial position but also gives us the opportunity to improve the facilities for our exisiting and new members

To remember Arnold, the club has introduced the Arnold Bibby award for junior and senior members.

This will be awarded at end of each year to a member who has contributed to Lancaster & Morecambe AC over the year, be it by performance or volunteering in club activities.

The recipients each year will ultimately be decided by the coaches and club committee in  December of each year.  However we would welcome nominations from the members so if you would like to nominate someone for the award, the please contact the club chairman Angus Murray (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) or the club via This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. giving your reasons

The recipients – one junior and one senior member will have name engraved on the shield, and themselves will receive individual shield in recognition. 

Award Recipients for 2021

Senior Steve Perry

Junior Toby Nicholson

Award Recipients 2022

Senior Dave Voyle 

Junior James Brassington