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Blurred legs running past England Athletics banner

Latest update on the Age Group change implementation process

As part of the second phase of the age group change implementation process, England Athletics - on behalf of the Home Country Athletics Federations - recently hosted a webinar for competition providers designed to offer a further chance to ask questions, provide feedback and clarify the content of the September transition information.
Yorkshire Marathon finish

Watch your race numbers!

With the rise in popularity of road running we are seeing more sold-out races. Unfortunately, scammers are unfortunately ready to take advantage and are finding new ways to target runners eager for entry. One common scam involves fake listings for race entries on social media, where individuals claim they’ll transfer their race number for a fee. After receiving payment, they delete their profile, leaving the buyer without a race entry or a way to get their money back.
Performance round-up - October collage

October 2024: Performance round-up

Welcome to our October performance round-up! This month has been all about endurance with England teams representing across both mountain running and cross country.
Jessica Gibbon wins Roeselare cross country 2024

England team kick off their cross country season

The Roeselare CrossCup series was a great opportunity for some of our top cross country athletes to kick start their winter.
Black Country Hammer Fest athletes

Black Country HammerFest - putting throwers at the middle of the circle

We recently caught up with Matt Sutton, founder of Black Country Hammer Fest, to learn about organising event specific competitions.
Runners at Potters Arf race

First race to adopt our new Clean Air guidance takes place - supported by Otrivine

A long-standing half marathon in Stoke-on-Trent, has set a new standard in supporting runners’ health as the first race to adopt new Clean Air Guidance written by England Athletics and supported by Otrivine.
Rob Shipley at England Champs

England Athletics Competitions 2025

We are delighted to confirm the dates and venues for the 2025 championship year. Kickstarting the indoor season, we will be returning to Sheffield for our indoor series before heading back to the prestigious Alexander Stadium and Manchester Regional Arena for our outdoor championships.
England medallists at the Manchester Half Marathon

England half marathon champions crowned in Manchester

Over the weekend, new England half marathon champions were crowned at the Manchester Half.
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Join us for the 2024 Competition Conference

In 2024 we see the Competition Conference moving once again to a stand-alone conference which means we have a whole day, 11-16:30 to discuss topics which are important to you. This year the conference will take place on 14 December at the Alexander Stadium in Birmingham.
UKA and all home home country logos

New Safeguarding Regulations

UK Athletics and the four Home Country Athletics Federations have a responsibility to safeguard, protect and promote the welfare of Children and Adults at Risk under their care. UK Athletics have formally confirmed a policy of Zero Tolerance towards safeguarding concerns. To ensure an appropriate response, UKA has produced these Safeguarding Regulations to consider and manage safeguarding concerns.