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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!
YTP endurance running training pace

Athletes announced for the 2026 cohort of Talent Pathway programmes

We are delighted to announce the athletes selected for the four England Athletics Talent Pathway programmes for 2026-2028.

Regional Volunteer Awards 2026: South East

Our annual series of 2026 Regional Volunteer Awards ceremonies continued last weekend with three more regions including the South East, celebrating the outstanding contributions from volunteers across the region.
femle runners with Let's Lift the Curfew banner

Be part of the 2026 Let's Lift the Curfew National Showcase Event

As part of Let's Lift the Curfew 2026, England Athletics will be hosting a special National Showcase Event, bringing together runners, run leaders, clubs, groups and partners to shine a light on the incredible impact of this national movement.Â