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Performance round-up October 2026

Performance round-up: October 2026

This October there has been plenty of action across the mountains and roads, with the first England cross country trip of the winter season to Roeselare.

Paula Dunn MBE honoured as TAFi Awards 2026 celebrate athlete successes

England Athletics were honoured to again sponsor the second Track and Field Inclusion (TAFi) Awards, which brought the athletics community together at The Ivy Club in London’s West End for an evening of celebration.
Ernie Cripps receiving award

Remembering Ernie Cripps: 1926–2026

Everyone at England Athletics is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Ernie Cripps at the age of 100.

Running Industry Awards announce JustGiving as new Presenting Partner at new prestigious London venue in April 2027 

Running Industry Awards presented by JustGiving will take place on Wednesday 21 April 2027 at the Royal Geographical Society in London, delivered in partnership with Running Industry Alliance (RIA), England Athletics and Run Events. 

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.
#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.