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#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.  
Parbold Pink Panthers

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.
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.
Swale Combined AC new long jump runway

Swale Combined AC investing in the future of athletics in the area

From grassroots to world-class athletics, having the right environment and facilities is so important for progression. Swale Combined Athletics Club recognised this and showcased both their committed and talented athletes and their community spirit in their fundraising efforts for their new long jump runway.

Regional Volunteer Awards 2026: East

This weekend we celebrated the amazing volunteers in the East at our 2026 Regional Volunteer Awards! It was great to celebrate the region's volunteers and recognise their incredible dedication and impact to the sport. A huge congratulations to all of the nominees and winners - let's get to know our volunteers!
East Midlands Regional Volunteer Award Winners 2026

Regional Volunteers Awards 2026: East Midlands

This weekend we celebrated the amazing volunteers in the East Midlands at our 2026 Regional Volunteer Awards! It was great to celebrate the region's volunteers and recognise their dedication to and impact on our sport.
Poppy Tank running the 10000m at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games

Poppy Tank: invaluable experience at the Commonwealth Games

For Poppy Tank, the Commonwealth Games was her first England vest on the track and whilst the competition was tough, it was a great building block for her future. We caught up with Poppy at our recent South West Volunteer Awards to hear more about her experience at the Games.

Regional Volunteer Awards 2026: West Midlands

On Saturday evening, we came together to celebrate the amazing volunteers in the West Midlands region at our 2026 Regional Volunteer Awards. Held at Alexander Stadium, the evening was a fantastic celebration of the dedication, commitment and impact our volunteers have across the sport. A huge congratulations to all of the nominees and winners - let's get to know our volunteers!