North Yorkshire
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Race Listing for North Yorkshire
Date | Event | Location | Results |
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27 Oct 2019 | North Yorkshire Colour Rush | The Showground, Ripley | |
15 Dec 2019 | Loftus Poultry Run | Leisure Centre, Loftus | Results |
05 Jan 2020 | Old Monks Race | Hart Village Hall, Hartlepool | Results |
12 Jan 2020 | Brass Monkey Half Marathon | York Racecourse, York | Results |
19 Jan 2020 | Gargrave Half Marathon | Gargrave, Skipton | |
01 Feb 2020 | Dalby Forest Night Runner | Dalby Forest, Pickering | Results |
16 Feb 2020 | Bloodaxe Challenge | York Sports Village Cycle Track, York | Results |
08 Mar 2020 | Lightwater Valley 10K Challenge | Lightwater Valley Theme Park, Ripon | Results |
15 Mar 2020 | Thirsk 10 Mile Road Race | Thirsk Racecourse, Thirsk | Results |
15 Mar 2020 | Resolution Run 5K & 10K York | The Knavesmire, York Racecourse, York | |
29 Mar 2020 | Tracktastic 2020 | Tadcaster Grammar School, Toulston, Tadcaster | |
01 Apr 2020 | Steel River 5 Mile | Sports Village, Middlesbrough | |
09 Apr 2020 | York 5K Series April | York Sport Village, Lakeside Way, Heslington, York | |
10 Apr 2020 | Mermaid 10K | Mermaid Pub, Marske | |
25 Apr 2020 | The Fellsman | Ingleborough Community Centre, Main Street, Ingleton | |
26 Apr 2020 | Flatts Lane 10K | Flatts Lane Woodland Country ParK, Middlesbrough | |
29 Apr 2020 | Spring Coast Road 5K | Redcar Rugby Club, Green Lane, Redcar | |
03 May 2020 | Kirkbymoorside 10K | Memorial Hall, High Street, Kirkbymoorside | |
06 May 2020 | Maltby Memorial Race | Millindale, Maltby | |
06 May 2020 | Redcar Locke Park Pie Peas 5 Mile | Locke Park, Redcar | |
10 May 2020 | Nidderdale Run | Scout Hut, Pateley Bridge,, Harrogate | |
10 May 2020 | Hardmoors 26.2 Wainstones Trail Marathon, Half & 10K | Chop Gate Village Hall, Middlesbrough | |
14 May 2020 | York 5K Series May | University of York Sport Village, Heslington East, Lakeside Way, York | |
16 May 2020 | Malhamdale Trail Challenge | Parish Hall, Kirkby Malham | |
17 May 2020 | Ravenscar Coastal Half Marathon & 10K | Ravenscar Village Hall, Church Road, Scarborough | |
17 May 2020 | Fountains 10K & 2K Fun Run | Grantley Village Hall, Ripon | |
22 May 2020 | Hardmoors 160 | North York Moors National Park,, Thirsk | |
23 May 2020 | Hardmoors 110 | Filey Sea Cadets, Southdene, Filey | |
26 May 2020 | York & District Summer 10K League Race 3 | Market Place, Easingwold | |
31 May 2020 | Asda Foundation Yorkshire Dales Festival 16 & 5 Mile Trail Run | North Ribblesdale RUFC, Settle | |
31 May 2020 | Ripon 10 | Rugby Club, Ripon | |
02 Jun 2020 | Harrogate District Summer League Race 2 | Ripon Rugby Club, Mallorie Park Drive, Ripon | |
06 Jun 2020 | Wharfedale Trail Half Marathon | Wharfedale RUFC, Wharfeside Avenue, Threshfield, Skipton | |
07 Jun 2020 | Mulgrave Castle 10K | Lythe Sports Pavilion, Whitby | |
09 Jun 2020 | York Road Race League Knavesmire 10K | The Knavesmire, York Racecourse, York | |
10 Jun 2020 | Everyone Active 10K | Mermaid Pub, Redcar Road, Marske-by-the-Sea, Redcar | |
11 Jun 2020 | York 5K Series June | University of York Sport Village, Heslington East, Lakeside Way, York | |
13 Jun 2020 | Canal Canter Summer Extravaganza | LPSA Club, 4 Beecroft Street, Leeds | |
20 Jun 2020 | Solstice Saunter | Bolton Abbey, Skipton | |
21 Jun 2020 | Glorious Gargrave | Premier Inn Skipton North, Hellifield Road, Gargrave, Skipton | |
28 Jun 2020 | Galtres One Hour Challenge | Millfield Park, Easingwold, Yorkshire, Easingwold | |
28 Jun 2020 | Galtres Fun Run | Millfield Park,, Easingwold | |
05 Jul 2020 | Run Harrogate 10K | Harrogate Squash & Fitness Club, Harrogate | |
07 Jul 2020 | York Road Race League Wistow 10K | Wistow, Selby | |
08 Jul 2020 | Race for Life Scarborough 5K & 10K | Sealife Centre, Scarborough | |
12 Jul 2020 | Burn Valley Half Marathon | Market Square, Masham | |
19 Jul 2020 | Dalby Conquer the Forest 10K & Half Marathon Challenge | Dalby Forest, Pickering | |
21 Jul 2020 | York Road Race League Heslington 10K | Heslington, York | |
26 Jul 2020 | Castle Howard 10K, Half Marathon & Marathon | Castle Howard, York | |
26 Jul 2020 | Run Yorkshire Ryedale Half Marathon, 10K & 5K | Ampleforth College, York | |
26 Jul 2020 | James Herriot Country Trail Run 14K | Castle Bolton, Leyburn | |
02 Aug 2020 | Hardmoors 26.2 Farndale Trail Marathon | Main Street, Hutton-le-Hole | |
09 Aug 2020 | Chocolate 10K | The Knavesmire, York | |
13 Aug 2020 | York 5K Series August | York Sport Village, Lakeside Way, Heslington, York | |
19 Aug 2020 | Sessay Swift 6K | Sessay Cricket Club, Thirsk | |
29 Aug 2020 | Skipton Trail Half Marathon | Skyrakes Farm, Skipton | |
05 Sep 2020 | Asda Foundation Ali Brownlee 5K | Centre Square, Middlesbrough | |
05 Sep 2020 | Snape 10K & 5K Fun Run | Snape Village, Bedale | |
05 Sep 2020 | Paras 10 Catterick | Catterick Garrison, Richmond | |
06 Sep 2020 | Asda Foundation Middlesbrough 10K | Oakfields Community College, Middlesborough | |
06 Sep 2020 | Bolton Abbey Trail 10K & 5K | Bolton Abbey, Skipton | |
10 Sep 2020 | York 5K Series September | University of York Sport Village, York | |
12 Sep 2020 | Castleton Show Run | The Showfield, Castleton | |
13 Sep 2020 | Blacksheep 3 & 6 Hour Challenge | Village Centre, Masham | Results |
13 Sep 2020 | Tholthorpe 10K | Village Green, Tholthorpe | |
19 Sep 2020 | Hardmoors 60 | Guisborough Rugby Club, Belmangate | Results |
23 Sep 2020 | Leeds 5K Series 8 of 10 | Brownlee Centre Cycle Circuit, Leeds | |
27 Sep 2020 | Falls & Castles Trail Race | Bolton Castle, Leyburn | |
27 Sep 2020 | Knaresborough Crag Rat Run | The Cricket Club, Knaresborough | |
03 Oct 2020 | Round Ripon Ultra 35 | Village Hall, Studley Roger | |
04 Oct 2020 | Fadmoor Run | Fadmoor, Kirkbymoorside | |
04 Oct 2020 | Big Flat Runway Races | Elvington Airport, Pocklington | Results |
04 Oct 2020 | Grewelthorpe Multiterrain Race | Grewelthorpe, Ripon | |
11 Oct 2020 | Hardmoors 26.2 Fryupdale Trail Marathon | Yorkshire Cycle Hub, Whitby | |
18 Oct 2020 | McCain Yorkshire Coast 10K & Fun Run | Spa Complex, Scarborough | |
18 Oct 2020 | Turnpike Trot 10K & Rabbit Run 5K | Moors National Park Centre, Danby | |
24 Oct 2020 | Hardmoors 55 | Guisborough Sea Cadets, Belmangate, Guisborough | |
25 Oct 2020 | Whixley 5K & 10K | Village Hall, Whixley | |
25 Oct 2020 | Wistow 10K | Wistow, Selby | |
05 Nov 2020 | Fewston & Swinsty Four by Four Day 1 | Fewston & Swinsty Reservoirs, Otley | |
06 Nov 2020 | Fewston & Swinsty Four by Four Day 2 | Fewston & Swinsty Reservoirs, Otley | |
07 Nov 2020 | Fewston & Swinsty Four by Four Day 3 | Fewston & Swinsty Reservoirs, Otley | |
07 Nov 2020 | Hardmoors Goathland Marathon, Half Marathon & 10K | Goathland Village Hall, Whitby | |
08 Nov 2020 | Fewston & Swinsty Four by Four Day 4 | Fewston & Swinsty Reservoirs, Otley | |
08 Nov 2020 | Dalby Dash 10K | Dalby Forest, Pickering | |
08 Nov 2020 | Run Bolton Abbey Half Marathon, 10M & 10K | Bolton Abbey, Skipton | |
12 Nov 2020 | York 5K Series November | University of York Sport Village, York | |
22 Nov 2020 | York MoRun 10K, 5K & 1.5K | The Racecourse, York | |
25 Nov 2020 | Leeds 5K Series 10 of 10 | The Brownlee Centre, Leeds | |
29 Nov 2020 | Skipton Santa Fun Run | High Street, Skipton | |
05 Dec 2020 | Helmsley 10K Multi Terrain Challenge | Helmsley Sports Club, Helmsley | |
20 Dec 2020 | Hardmoors 26.2 Roseberry Topping | Guisborough Sea Cadets, Belmangate | |
28 Dec 2020 | Jolly Holly Jog 10K | Rugby Club, Ripon | |
07 Feb 2021 | St Wilfrid's Muddy Boots 10K | St Wilfrid's Primary School, Ripon | |
07 Feb 2021 | Hardmoors 26.2 Saltburn Trail Marathon | Saltburn Leisure Centre, Saltburn-by-the-Sea | |
21 Feb 2021 | Settle Half Marathon, 10M & 10K | Settle Swimming Pool, Settle | |
27 Feb 2021 | Pateley Pie n Pint | Pateley Bridge, Harrogate | |
28 Feb 2021 | Pateley Pie n Pint Day 2 | Pateley Bridge, Harrogate | |
07 Mar 2021 | Vale of York 10K | Elvington Airport, York | |
07 Mar 2021 | Locke Park 20Ten | Locke Park, Redcar | |
04 Apr 2021 | Active Run Elvington 5K & 10K | Elvington Airfield, York | |
10 Apr 2021 | Wensleydale Wander | Wensleydale School, Leyburn | |
11 Apr 2021 | Hooded Horse 10K Trail Race | White Horse Car Park, North York Moors National Park | |
11 Apr 2021 | Swainby Sweep | Village Hall, Swainby | |
17 Apr 2021 | Burnsall Half Marathon | Riverside Car Park Field, Burnsall, Wharfedale | |
18 Apr 2021 | Vale of York 10 | York Gliding Centre, Rufforth, York | |
24 Apr 2021 | Hardmoors 15 & 30 | Fylingdales Village Hall, Robin Hoods Bay | |
24 Apr 2021 | Three Peaks Fell Race | Horton-in-Ribblesdale, Settle | |
08 May 2021 | Inflatable 5K York | Elvington Airfield, York | |
30 May 2021 | Northallerton 10K | Northallerton Town Hall, High Street, Northallerton | |
13 Jun 2021 | Burton Leonard 10K | Burton Leonard School, Burton Leonard | |
01 Aug 2021 | Asda Foundation York 10K | Knavesmire Road, York | |
22 Aug 2021 | Escrick 10K Run | Carrs Meadow, York | |
12 Sep 2021 | Vale of York Half Marathon | Sherburn Aero Club, Leeds | |
25 Sep 2021 | Endurancelife North York Moors | Ravenscar, Scarborough | |
26 Sep 2021 | Redcar Running Festival Half Marathon | Majuba Road, Redcar | |
26 Sep 2021 | Sutton Park 10K | Sutton-on-the-Forest, York | |
10 Oct 2021 | Richmond Castle 10K | Market Place, Richmond | |
17 Oct 2021 | Asda Foundation Yorkshire Marathon | University of York, York | |
17 Oct 2021 | ASDA Foundation Yorkshire 10 Mile | University of York, Heslington | |
07 Nov 2021 | Guy Fawkes 10 | Village Hall, Ripley |
About the area
North Yorkshire
If variety is the spice of life, then North and East Yorkshire are a chicken jalfrezi. These areas are blessed with diverse terrain, including undulating trails, riverside paths, serene countryside, and disused railway lines to explore. So whether you fancy an amble in the Yorkshire Dales, or a jaunt along the Humber Estuary, North and East Yorkshire is something of a runners' playground.
These playgrounds are a breeding ground for running clubs. As one local runner puts it: I'm not sure there's a town in these areas that doesn't have a running club
. Clubs with rich histories abound including Harrogate Harriers, Beverley AC, and Hornsea Harriers. In addition to these traditional clubs are newer ones like Bentham Beagles, and Yorkshire Wolds Runners. Those seeking a more informal environment can join groups such as Giggleswick Gazelles. Gazelles' founder Jill Eccleston tells us why she gave up a career in admin to coach sports full-time.
With clubs and groups come races ' lots of 'em. Events that fill up within hours are Beverley 10K and Snake Lane 10. The recently resurrected RB Hull Marathon has already proved a big hit with the locals and is set to grow further in 2016. The Brass Monkey Half Marathon has been many a Yorkshire runners' choice to kick off the new year and hill lovers (they do exist) regularly enjoy Richmond Castle 10K ' described as the hilliest 10k in the UK. We speak to Elizabeth Sowter from the race's organisers Swaledale Runners. She tells us how the club has developed since its inception in 1986 and why they decided to ditch the 'Road' part of their name.
Check out some of what North Yorkshire has to offer to runners below.
Clubs in North Yorkshire
- Bentham Beagles Running Club
- City of York AC
- Easingwold Running Club
- Harrogate Harriers & A.C.
- Knaresborough Striders
- New Marske Harriers
- Nidd Valley Road Runers
- North York Moors Athletic Club
- Pickering Athletic Club
- Pickering Running Club
- Richmond & Zetland Harriers
- Ripon Runners
- Scarborough Athletics Club
- Selby Striders
- Settle Harriers
- Skipton AC
- Swaledale Road Runners
- Tadcaster Harriers
- Thirsk and Sowerby Harriers
- York Acorn RC
- York Postal Harriers
- Vocalink Running Club
If you'd like to add your club to our list please e-mail us here.
Swaledale Runners
When was the club formed?
It was formed in 1986 after splitting from another club. People wanted to run partly for fun and partly to compete, instead of one or the other. There’s no reason a club has to be exclusively one way or the other. Our club offers an outlet for both types of runner. Two years ago we changed our name from Swaledale Road Runners to Swaledale Runners as we run off-road so often.
Do you welcome all ages and abilities?
Absolutely. We have beginner’s courses and we offer different sessions depending on what sort of running you want to do. We have an off-road group who you’ll see running around Richmond wearing their head torches in the winter. We cater for all types.
When and where do you meet?
We meet at 6:45pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays in Richmond at Swaledale Outdoor Club. We also have a Northallerton group who meet on Wednesdays at 6pm.
How many members are there?
We have around 100 at the moment but it fluctuates.
Any notable members?
Jackie Keavney springs to mind. She’s very competitive in the over-50 age group. There’s also Carol Murray who’s a triathlete but competes in various running events too. We have several people who are quite competitive in mountain marathons and ultras. It’s funny, the ones who are good at ultras often aren’t the fastest but they possess the determination and endurance skills to succeed.
What events are the club involved in?
We regularly compete in the Harrogate District League. We are always well represented at Swaledale Marathon too. The Shaun Lee Johnstone Memorial Multi-Terrain Race is another event that’s well attended by our members. It’s for a charity close to our hearts. Several of our runners go down to London each years for the marathon. We’re a very active club so you’ll find members at lots of events up and down the country.
Tell me about your annual race - Richmond Castle 10K ...
2016 will be its 15th year. It’s one of the hilliest 10ks around. The area lends itself to fell running so we get a lot of good fell runners at the event. When our members go to other places we can’t believe how flat they are. People will say, “Oh that hill we just did was quite tough” and I’ll say, “What hill?!” Even our clubhouse is on a hill. So that is definitely reflected in the race. The race coincides with the CAMRA beer festival. There’s no better way to relax after a race than by sampling some refreshing ales.
Is there a big social side to the club?
Yes, we’re a very social club! Having a clubhouse is definitely an advantage. Some clubs just meet in a car park then go running. We have a house where we can meet, socialise, have tea and biscuits etc. Our Christmas awards are always very popular. We try not to just give awards for the obvious categories, so we’ll have awards for most improved and age-related awards too. We also hold ceilidhs and take part in activities such as orienteering.
Do you take part in events abroad?
Yes, we have runners who race in Europe, America and beyond. There are a couple of members who run in Spain every winter and always send us reports back. They enjoy telling us about their run in the sun while it’s totally miserable here.
How would someone go about joining the club?
If you visit our website, swaledaleroadrunners.co.uk, you’ll be able to get more information and contact us. You’ll be very welcome
Running groups in North Yorkshire
There are numerous informal running groups across North Yorkshire - some are based at running stores, others at health and fitness clubs, while a few are just groups of workplace or college friends. If you'd like to add your running group to our online list, then please e-mail us here.
- Absolute Beginners, Up & Running Harrogate
- Beginner's Running Group - Run with Karen
- Bilton Beginners, Bilton Children Centre
- Fit 4 Fun Beginners Running Group
- Fitbynature, York Steiner School
- Giggleswick Gazelles
- Harrogate Beginners
- Harrogate Beginners Running Group
- Harrogate 6 Week Beginners Course
- Harrogate Strivers
- Heworth Harriers
- Knaresborough Striders
- Military 1st Fitness Training
- Running Astray Saturday, (female only) Harrogate
- Scarborough AC Walk to Run Group, Scarborough Rugby Club
- Strensall Striders, The Ship Inn
- Sweat Equity, York David Lloyd Club
- The Fitness Rooms Running Group
- York Knavesmire Harriers, York College
- Yorkshire Marathon Training Group David Lloyd Club, York
Run England Groups
Organised in a more formal way but still providing a relaxed introduction to running is Run England. The project is really blossoming around the country and is well represented in the North East.
Sweat Equity York
York's Sweat Equity group has carried the tag name 'No Cry Babies' since it was established in 2006. While this sounds a little like a rallying call from an army platoon, it serves to underline the group's commitment to helping runners work together to achieve their goals.
Led by experienced UKA coaches Janet Wood and Richard Smith, the group has 10 qualified Run Leaders lending their help. The philosophy is to provide a relaxed, supportive and motivational atmosphere for runners.
During the week, the group trains on a Wednesday (hill intervals) and Friday (tempo run), and meet for a long run on a Sunday. To give an indication of the support on offer, the coaches organise drinks and nutrition stops at key distances for each training group on their Sunday long run, with the aim of giving runners an experience as close to race day as possible.
If this sounds a bit intense for first-timers, beginner and improvers groups are available through Run York, who focus on helping runners progress to around 10k, with the option of moving on to Sweat Equity after. Even though a base level of running fitness is required at Sweat Equity - new members should be able to cover three miles - Richard stresses that the group is wholly inclusive: "The group is open to anyone interested in distance running and, if they are not quite up to long distance at the moment, we have the Run York groups, which is the ideal way for runners to get started and progress with their training. It doesn't matter if you are fast or slow, the group is for all."
Every session is pre-planned and coach-led, with runners taking part at their own pace. Janet and Richard plan the programme with events in mind, and tend to focus on either spring races - Brighton, London, Paris or Manchester Marathons - and autumn - Great North Run, Berlin, New York and Dublin.
On top of providing training suited to specific events, Sweat Equity offer regular seminar and workshops during each programme, delivered by specialists in their field. The workshops are free to both Sweat Equity and Run York members, and have so far focused on psychology, nutrition and injury management.
As recognition for this comprehensive approach to training, Yorkshire Cancer Research has recently appointed Sweat Equity the local training provider for the Yorkshire Marathon. The group will be supporting 150 runners as they prepare for the event in October.
By providing a supportive and motivational platform, added with a comprehensive approach to training, you get the impression Sweat Equity is abiding by its philosophy of helping runners achieve their targets.
Services for runners in North Yorkshire
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Personal Training
- AM Fit - Personal Training, Yarm-on-Tees
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If you are offering a service to runners in The North East such as physiotherapy, sports massage, podiatry, personal training, nutrition advice etc please contact us here