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We are the membership and development body for grassroots athletics and running in England. Together with our network of 1800 affiliated clubs and member bodies, we are enabling athletes and runners of all abilities and backgrounds to fulfill their potential.

We are proud to be part of a sport which is diverse and inclusive to all whether you are a participant, a coach, an official, a volunteer or a spectator – everyone is welcome to get involved, experience something new and achieve more than you ever thought possible.

Want to become part of the athletics and running community? Find your closest athletics or running club today or take the first step on your coaching and officiating journey today.

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Designed for runners and athletes over 18, who are not part of a club.

Latest news

England Athletics U15/U17 Indoor Combined Event and Junior Para Championships: a grand finale

Mar 7 2026

England Athletics U15/U17 Indoor Combined Event and Junior Para Championships: signing off in style

International Women's Day 2026 #GivetoGain

Mar 6 2026

Preview: England Athletics U15/U17 Indoor Combined Event and Junior Para Championships

Mar 4 2026

February 2026: Performance round up

Mar 4 2026

Further age group drop-in sessions scheduled as changes approach

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Club Finder

Find an athletics or running club

Looking for a local club or group to run with? Some extra motivation? Find your people with the England Athletics Club Finder.

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2026 Championships

View the 2026 English Championships calendar

Athlete Registration

Become part of a nationwide community of athletes.

Club Hub

Access club support resources for athletics and running club volunteers.

Masters

Represent England and take part in a friendly competition format.

Safeguarding

Download our safeguarding policies and codes of conduct.

Children and Young People

Find out how England Athletics supports young people in athletics.

England Athletics in 2025

1,870

Affiliated clubs and organisations

180,843

Registered club athletes and runners

20,796

Licensed coaches and leaders

4,120

Licensed officials

4,433

Licensed races and events

6,500,000

Regular running participants

3,686

RunTogether groups

207,631

RunTogether runners

Net Promoter Score

Age Group changes

Get ready to affiliate

Coaching and Officiating Courses

Age Group changes take effect - 1 April

Wednesday 1 April 2026