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Mark plays as an opening batsman and is also an
excellent slip fielder. A pupil at the famous Manchester
Grammar School, where Michael Atherton, John Crawley
and Gary Yates had attended, Mark then moved to Durham
University, where his talents helped them win the
British Universities tournament in 1997. Has represented
England at Under 14-Under 17 level and was awarded
England Under 15 Batsman of the Year in 1992. Mark
was capped in 2002 and topped a 1000 runs the following
year. Chilton was named as the new Lancashire captain
at the end of the 2004 season and led Lancashire to
the 2nd Division County Championship title, and the
runners-up spot in the twenty20 Cup Final. Chilton
contributed to the championship success with 847 runs,
including three centuries. Mark likes to play the
guitar and spend time with his friends and family.
Find out more about Mark at his club
website www.lccc.co.uk
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What is it about reading about reading that
you find so enjoyable?
Relaxing and just being able to turn off from other
things around you.
Why do you think reading is important?
I view reading as an opportunity to get away from
day to day life but obviously there is a huge factual
element to it all. It is a great way to learn new
things.
What are your top five reads of all time?
1. The author Lee Child
2. Anything by Willard Price (when I was younger)
3. The Da Vinci Code - Dan Brown
What was it that inspired you to become a reader?
I simply enjoy just being able to turn off from
things around me. I like simple novels that are
easy to read and help me to relax.
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