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Welfare Officer connections grow as Connected Conversations continue this November

It has now been a year since we began bringing Welfare Officers together with the aim of creating a supportive environment when people in this vital role from across the country can network, share and learn from each other. 

Black History Month - Harry Edward to be inducted into England Athletics Hall of Fame

Britain's first black Olympic medallist, Harry Edward, will be inducted into the England Athletics Hall of Fame next month. This Black History Month, let's take a closer look at Harry's life ahead of his induction.
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Statement Regarding Temporary Closure of Athletics Hub

As a precautionary measure, we have temporarily taken our Athletics Hub offline while essential maintenance and security upgrades are completed. Therefore education course bookings and online modules will be affected during this time.
#RunAndTalk Week October 2026

Looking back on an impactful #RunAndTalk Week

#RunAndTalk Week took place earlier this month to coincide with World Mental Health Day (10 October). It was great to see 121 groups dedicating at least one of their sessions in the week to opening the conversation around mental health and creating space for real social connection.

England Athletics appoints new Chair

England Athletics is pleased to announce that Sami Smithson, former Royal Air Force Squadron Leader and Chair of Accrington Stanley Women’s Football Club, has been appointed to the position of England Athletics Chair, effective 21 November 2026.  

Athlete registration and affiliation fees confirmed for 2027

After a consultation process with Regional Councils which has taken place over recent months, England Athletics has today confirmed athlete registration and affiliation fees for 2027.
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Parbold Pink Panthers providing trail running opportunities for women in Lancashire

Over the past 21 years, Parbold Pink Panthers, a women’s only running club based in Lancashire, has evolved but their inclusivity continues to shine bright through everything they do. We recently caught up with club Chair, Jane Cloke, to find out more about how the club has created that environment and the work they continue to do to empower women to give trail running a go.
Women's U23 team at Corsa Dei Castelli

International success for U23 team in Trieste, Italy

A strong team of athletes represented England at a point-to-point race in Trieste, Italy. There were fantastic performances from all athletes resulted in bronze for both teams.
Jessica Gibbon wins Roeselare cross country 2024

England team selected for Roeselare CrossCup

We are delighted to announce the first England Cross Country Association team of the season. The team will compete in the Lotto CrossCup in Roeselare, Belgium on 25 October 2026. This fixture now traditionally marks the start of the England international cross country programme.
Run Leader National Development Day 2025

Join us for the RunTogether National Development Day 2026

RunTogether's annual National Development Day is back, offering the opportunity for the RunTogether community to come together for a day of learning, networking and inspiration.