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Update on ESAA decision around Age Groups

England Athletics can share the following update regarding the English Schools’ Athletics Association’s (ESAA) current position of deciding against the implementation of the new age groups in its competitions effective from 1 April 2026.
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Get ready for #RunAndTalk 2025

Our annual #RunAndTalk campaign returns from 6–10 October, coinciding with World Mental Health Day. We’re inviting all England Athletics affiliated clubs and RunTogether groups to register and dedicate specific runs to #RunAndTalk.
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Impressive performances from England Combined Eventers

Over the weekend, ten talented athletes had the honour of representing England at the Mary Peters Athletics Track in Belfast. Renowned for its heritage and world-class facilities, the venue provided an ideal backdrop for a series of impressive performances across decathlon and heptathlon against the other Home Nations.
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Supporting clubs to develop their officials: webinars

To support clubs in recruiting, training, and recognising their technical officials, England Athletics is hosting a series of quarterly drop-in / Q&A sessions. These sessions are designed to help clubs understand how to develop their officials and stay informed about national efforts in officials’ recruitment, development, and integration within the club setting.
Tim Lamont at Trofeo Nasego

England Team announced for Trofeo Vanoni mountain running relays

Following a successful debut last year, England Athletics are pleased to announce the selection of senior and U23 development teams to compete in Italy this October at the prestigious Trofeo Vanoni relay-format mountain running race.
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A superb summer season! August 2025: Performance round up

August has been electric on the track, road, and mountains, with top athletes lighting up Alexander Stadium and England teams shining in the Home Countries Internationals. Dive into the highlights from our Age Group & Relay Championships, the UK Athletics Championships, Manchester International and much more.
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England’s women’s team shine at the Home Nations 5k

A strong team of athletes represented England at the Home Nations 5k in Cardiff last weekend
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England Athletics renew strategic partnership with Sportshall

England Athletics is pleased to announce the renewal of our long-standing strategic partnership with Sportshall Athletics.
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England Athletics Chair Gary Shaughnessy to take part in 30 sports in 30 days challenge

Chair of England Athletics, Gary Shaugnessy, has set himself the challenge of taking part in 30 sports in 30 days in September.
Hannah Cockroft at Manchester International

Manchester International: Season’s finale

With prize money as well as world ranking points available, this year’s Manchester International provided a suitably memorable finale to what has been a fabulous domestic season. And for a select few it also provided the chance to apply the finishing touches to their World Champs preparations.