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Barry Parker with paralympian Lee Pearson at London 2012

Barry Parker: 1947-2025

We are sad to announce that athletics stalwart Barry Parker, died last week after a long illness. He was very supportive of England Athletics, including being an officiating tutor, a long-standing and very involved member of Regional Council including a stint as Chair for the East Midlands Region and on England Council with the officiating portfolio.
Doncaster AC

Nurturing athletes of the future – Yorkshire’s Club of the Year, Doncaster AC

Doncaster AC were celebrated as Club of the Year for their outstanding club community they have built. We heard from club volunteer, Pam Smith, as she shared her passion for the club community.
Yorkshire Regional Volunteer Awards 2025

Volunteer Awards evening 2025: Yorkshire and Humber

September sees the return of the Regional Volunteer Awards for 2025 - beginning with the Yorkshire and Humber region.
Tavistock Athletics Club

Help us shape the future of Club Member Experience

Are you an athlete or runner who is a member of a club? Our Club Member Experience survey is now open, and by completing it, you're helping us enhance the overall club experience and align support for club volunteers.
Club Support - Kirsty Fardell at West Norfolk

England Athletics supporting the club community: Club Support round-up August 2025

Throughout August, England Athletics' Club Support team continued to provide a valuable and comprehensive service to our clubs: engaging in two-way conversation; acting upon club feedback; providing support and guidance; and ensuring that our affiliated clubs are well-placed to grow and thrive.

Club Improvement Fund reopens for applications

The Club Improvement Fund has reopened for applications, offering vital support to clubs across the country.
Chris Jones video still

Blog: England Athletics CEO Chris Jones

England Athletics CEO Chris Jones looks back on another successful track and field season and also forward to future plans for England Athletics, whilst sharing updates on our programmes and competitions.
Poole Runners at cross country

Poole Runners: prioritising fun to retain their members

The summer is a great time for track and field. The sun is shining, the summer season is underway, and athletes of all ages can enjoy our sport. However, September often poses a different challenge, as children head back to school and focus turns away from sport. We recently caught up with Poole Runners on the Dorset coastline to learn about how they have seen such fantastic growth in members of all ages and abilities. The club have smashed their seven out of seven Club Standards, and are making a real difference in their local community.
officials chatting on track in Havering

Supporting clubs to develop their officials: webinars

To support clubs in recruiting, training, and recognising their technical officials, England Athletics is hosting a series of quarterly drop-in / Q&A sessions. These sessions are designed to help clubs understand how to develop their officials and stay informed about national efforts in officials’ recruitment, development, and integration within the club setting.

England Athletics hold successful pilot event for funetics multi-challenge