running

Can’t run? How to defer your entry and volunteer
It’s every runner’s nightmare – getting injured or being unable to take part after months of training. While we hope this never happens, we want to make sure you know exactly what to do if it does. Below, we’ve outlined...
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How Mitchell fell in love with running in Worcester
When Mitchell Hawthorn watched a friend cross the finish line of the Edinburgh Marathon back in 2022, something clicked – and he decided to give running a go too, starting with the Worcester City Runs 10K. Fast forward to today,...
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Training for your first 10K? Here’s how to go from 5K to 10K before Durham
Durham City Run Festival 2025 is just around the corner – and if you’ve done a parkrun or a family 5K and fancy stretching yourself a bit further, there’s still plenty of time to go from running 5K to completing...
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City Run Ambassadors Visit Physiotherapy Clinic
The Sutcliffe & Co Worcester City Runs Real Ambassadors are in training for September’s 10k and Half Marathon, and recently attended a session with local physio specialist, Worcester Physiotherapy Clinic. With running fever currently sweeping the country as the season...
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Records broken as thousands of runners enjoy the sun in Sunderland
A record number of participants tackled the 2025 Sunderland City Runs in warm and sunny conditions on Sunday 11 May. Over 5,000 runners of all ages and abilities had signed up for this year’s Sunderland City 10K, Sunderland City Half...
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Uncle runs Sunderland City Half Marathon for Red Sky Foundation after 4-year-old niece’s cardiac arrest
Nathan Cole is lacing up his running shoes for a powerful cause this Sunday, 11 May, as he takes on the Sunderland City Half Marathon in aid of Red Sky Foundation. His motivation is deeply personal, as his young niece...
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Active adventures in Kielder & Northumberland for a bank holiday escape
Looking for a refreshing, active bank holiday getaway in the North East? Kielder Water & Forest Park in Northumberland offers a perfect blend of adventure and natural beauty. From trail running, to stargazing, here are some fun bank holiday activities...
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From London to lakes – why Kielder should be your next marathon challenge
Sunday 27th April 2025 marked a monumental day in UK running history, when an estimated 90,000 runners competed in a marathon on the same day. Between the London Marathon and the Manchester Marathon, a record number of people joined the...
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Fresh air & family fun! 5 active days out in the North East this spring & summer
It’s that time again. The evenings are getting lighter, the weather is getting warmer and the kids are already asking what’s planned for the summer holidays. If your family’s the outdoorsy, always-up-for-an-adventure type, the North East of England is the...
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One month to go! Why you should be excited for the Sunderland City Runs 2025
Get ready, North East – the Sunderland City Runs 2025 will kick off our calendar of events for this year, and it’s shaping up to be the biggest and best edition yet. With new medals and t-shirts to be revealed,...
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