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Group run for #RunAndTalk week

How our community got involved in #RunAndTalk week 2025 

Coinciding with World Mental Health Day, #RunAndTalk week returned for 2025 from the 6-10 October. This year 72 groups hosted a #RunAndTalk session with over 2500 runners taking part. We caught up with a few groups to find out more about what they did to mark #RunAndTalk week. 

Top tips for clubs to prepare for the upcoming age group changes

From 1 April 2026, the age groups in which young athletes compete will change from U13, U15, U17 and U20, as is currently the case, to U12, U14, U16, U18 and U20. These changes are grounded in a desire to support athletes with their progression through the sport.
Shropshire Shufflers, West Midlands Club of the Year 2025

Celebrating inclusivity and impact: West Midlands Club of the Year, Shropshire Shufflers

Shropshire Shufflers were named Club of the Year in the West Midlands at our recent Volunteer Awards. With over 600 members, the club are proud to be one of the largest running clubs in the country, but it’s their warm, supportive atmosphere that truly sets them apart. We spoke to members of the club to find out what makes their community so special.
men's race at Corsa dei Castelli

International success for our U23 runners in Italy

A strong team of athletes represented England at the Corsa dei Castelli point to point race in Trieste, Italy. Strong performances from all athletes resulted in two team silvers. There was also an individual podium third from Rebecca Flaherty.
Women's Throws Coach Group

Women's Throws Coach Group launch

We are delighted to share that the Women's Throws Coach Group, in partnership with the Female Coaching Network, has now launched.
Pole Vaulter blurry

Two new age group drop-in sessions added

Ahead of the age group changes coming into effect next April, England Athletics is hosting a series of online drop-in sessions over the coming months.
Wigan Harriers members together

Wigan Harriers - helping enhance lives in their local area

Wigan Harriers are a shining example of a club making a real difference in their local area, with members telling us how much the volunteers involved in running the club have helped change their lives.
Youth Talent Programme endurance athletes

Brand new England Athletics Talent Pathway cohorts announced

We are delighted to share the names of the athletes and coaches who have been selected on to our Para Academy, Youth Talent Programme (YTP), Talent Development Programme (TDP) and Performance Programme (PP) for 2025-2027.
femle runners with Let's Lift the Curfew banner

Sign your club or running group up to Let's Lift the Curfew 2025!

Calling all running groups and clubs! We'd like to invite you to put on your own local Let's Lift the Curfew event in the week commencing Monday 27 October, to raise awareness and promote a safer environment for women to engage in physical activities.
young athletes being coached at Houghton Harriers

How Houghton Harriers and AC have turned around their junior athletics

Like many athletics clubs, Houghton Harriers and Athletics Club had started to struggle for junior members over the past few years. The club tried a number of initiatives to try and get involved with the local schools, but what they tended to find was by the club’s minimum entry age of 8, children were already committed to other sports. To encourage under-8s, the club developed a short taster course that ran once a term.