Running

Run England is England Athletics recreational running programme which aims to get the whole nation active through running. We have a network of running groups around the county waiting to support you in your running, whether you want to have a bit of fun while making friends and getting fit or have a target event to work towards Run England is here to support you on your journey - where will your feet take you.

Free membership - Register as a member today and get access to a number of great benefits and support to help your running:

• Group mapping tool - to search for information about your nearest Run England group
• Run England News Page -  providing the latest news articles as provided by group leaders
• E Runner newsletter - a fortnightly newsletter containing exclusive stories and member codes
• Nutritional Blog - Run England members only providing practical advice and research findings
• Member offers, discounts and competitions - fortnightly offers from our sponsors
• Support from a Run England group leader - group leaders are here to help support you

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FAQs

How do I find a local group?
Log on to www.runengland.org/groups the Run England website and click find a local group, using our mapping tool you can search via post code or key word.

Who delivers a Run England group?

Groups are delivered by Group Leaders who are fully qualified and insured by England Athletics and will be able to guide the group on fun, friendly and safe routes.

Am I fit enough to run with a group?
We are here to support anyone from absolute beginners to those who used to run and want to get back into it, and beyond through support of knowledgeable and enthusiastic Group Leaders. Whatever you fitness level, age, aspiration, or location you can benefit from being part of the Run England community.

Why run in a group and not alone?
Running with a group can be more fun, safer and will help you achieve more from your running as you have access to a the support, advice and encouragement of a Group Leader and group peers. As well as this your group can help you through the tough days and celebrate your greatest running achievements.

Are groups just for beginners?
If you already have a few miles under your belt you too will be able to find plenty of people just like you in the Run England community. For those who want to progress beyond the group then links with local athletics clubs can help you continue on your journey, it is totally up to you and where your feet will take you.

What's the catch?
There isn't one, there are no hidden costs and there never will be, we are simply here to offer you the support you need to run and keep running regularly, and Run England is a great first step to starting out on your running journey.

Events

• Greater Manchester 2012 Marathon in Trafford, Starts In Trafford - 42.23 kilometers, find out more information here.
• The Karrimor Great Trail Challenge will take place on Sunday 17 June and will include a 10km, half marathon and marathon distance with all the events starting and finishing in Keswick more

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News

JAN 2012: Refer a friend to join Run England and you could be in with a chance of winning an Adidas MiCoach worth £120! Why wouldn't you because registering to the site is completely free?! more

SEPT 2011: Run safe, accurate routes in your own time with 3-2-1. Run England 3-2-1 route markers have recently gone on sale to local authorities, universities and colleges who will be able to use them to provide permanently marked running routes in their areas more

Apps

Whether you're a running novice or aiming for a personal best, the free Bupa Fitness app for iPhone and iPad has a programme to kick start your fitness.

Useful Websites

• RunEngland is an England Athletics community based running project. It gives everyone an opportunity to get active and begin running for fun and fitness.
  

Courses

Run Leaders

Volunteer Pathways