This link will take to to an easy to use search facility created by England athletics and allows you to search for a running club in your area. Find a Running Club
There are many benefits to joining a local running club, either one which is affiliated with England Athletics or one set up by keen local runners. Nicola and Neil have both been members of a few running clubs over the years and really benefitted from the experience.
The following 10 reasons to join a running club were taken from Savanna Striders Track Club
You can meet like-minded individuals.
You’ll be running as a team, not on your own.
Running will become part of your weekly routine.
You’ll receive advice and guidance from other members.
You’ll be able to help out other runners.
You may be more likely to stick to running if you take part in a group activity.
You’ll have a ton of running buddies for such as Parkrun
You’ll have fun.
You’ll feel more inspired to get out there and train.
You’ll be able to discuss with others best practice, technique etc.
If you perhaps don’t know many people in the area, running clubs offer a great way of introducing yourself to local people.