About Bill Wilkinson
Lived 1934 – 1985 (aged 50). Bill Wilkinson was a British long-distance runner.
William "Bill" Wilkinson (born 4 August 1934) is a former athlete who competed for England.
Biography Wilkinson was selected by England to represent his country in athletics events. He was late to athletics and gained his England debut during 1965 (aged 31) and when running for St Albans.
He was selected for the 5,000 metres at the 1966 European Athletics Championships but had to withdraw through injury. Later the same year he represented the England team in the 3 miles event, at the 1966 British Empire and Commonwealth Games in Kingston, Jamaica.
He was a member of the Saltwell Harriers Athletics Club and later the Bromsgrove and Redditch Club.
Personal life Wilkinson moved to live in Birmingham and was an electricity generating board engineer by trade.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Bill Wilkinson?
British long-distance runner (1934-1985)
When was Bill Wilkinson born?
Bill Wilkinson was born on 4 August 1934.
When did Bill Wilkinson die?
Bill Wilkinson died on 29 April 1985.
What was Bill Wilkinson's occupation?
Bill Wilkinson was a long-distance runner.
What nationality was Bill Wilkinson?
Bill Wilkinson was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Bill Wilkinson (athlete)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bill Wilkinson. https://biography.guide/bill-wilkinson-long-distance-runner/
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