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The National Running Show 2026 - a weekend of community and connection

Last weekend we returned to the National Running Show for two action-packed days celebrating all things running. As we reflect on the biggest running community meet-up of the year, we’re looking back at some of the highlights from across the weekend
U17 women's 60m final in the Age Group Indoor Champs

An update on the vision for track and field

Following last month’s announcement that an independent group of leading experts in sport are working to develop a vision for the future of track and field in the UK, to address the decline in youth track and field participation, we can now share the following progress update.
Trainign session at Birchfield Harriers

Birchfield Harriers - England Athletics x Athletics Weekly Club of the Month - January

As part of our new England Athletics x Athletics Weekly Club of the Month features, we took a look at life at Birchfield Harriers including the history of the club and its home, the Alexander Stadium, as well as speaking to the coach who introduced Matthew Hudson-Smith to athletics.

Lewes AC - inspiring young athletes with young coaches

Lewes AC have been encouraging young assistant coaches to inspire their youth, alongside their Academy programme to assist youngsters in their pathway through the sport.
Welfare Officer with children

Top tips to engage with club members this January

Coming back after the festive period, we know that it can be difficult after a break to get back into a routine, particularly when nights are dark and the weather is cold! So, we've put together some top tips for Club Welfare Officers to engage with members this month.
Blurred legs running past England Athletics banner

New age group changes drop-in sessions added

Ahead of the age group changes coming into effect on 1 April 2026, England Athletics has been hosting a series of online drop-in sessions over the coming months, to allow those within the sport to get any remaining questions answered, or queries clarified. Two new dates for these sessions have been added in.
Chris Jones in front of England Athletics cloth banner

CEO blog: building performers and building communities

As we enter the home straight of 2025, our CEO Chris Jones reflects on the past year with great pride and optimism for our sport and the role it will continue to play in contributing to a fairer, inclusive, and cohesive society.
Pole Vaulter blurry

Young Athlete Grant Scheme - applications open for 2026

Applications are now open for the Athletics for the Young Fund which supports English athletes under the age of 24 who are in full time education and active in athletics.
Blurred legs running past England Athletics banner

Update on ESAA decision around Age Groups

England Athletics has received confirmation from the English Schools Athletics Association (ESAA) that, following a Special Council Meeting, it will adopt the new “even” age groups for its track and field competitions from 1 September 2026.
Age group champs 100m

A New Vision for Track and Field

An independent group of leading experts in sport are working to develop a vision for the future of track and field in the UK, to address the decline in youth track and field participation.  The group are inviting you to join the vision as part of this collaboration. The independent Vision Group, established this year, is co-chaired by former World Champion Steve Cram and World and Olympic medallist Steve Smith, and also includes the expertise of Christine Ohuruogu, Tammy Oshinowo, Louise Gear, Nick Pearson, Abi Ekoku, Gary Laybourne and TJ Ossei.