Crowborough Runners Is Launching Couch to 5k on 13th April 2026
Crowborough Runners is adding Couch to 5k to its weekly programme from 6th April 2026 for those that:
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Want to start running and want to know the best way to do so
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Have tried this programme before and didn’t complete it as they found doing so alone not much fun, or would like to do it again.
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Fell out of love with running a while ago or are returning from injury and are looking for way an easy way back in.
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Or are just wanting to set themselves a goal to aim for.
Part of the NHS Better Health – Lets Do It initiative, Couch to 5 is an excellent way to improve fitness and reset mental health even for someone not interested in taking up running seriously. It is something absolute beginners can successfully complete, irrespective of age or current level of fitness.
Completing this programme with Crowborough Runners, using a walk-run approach, consisting of two sessions a week, with rest days in between, members will be running 5k in 9 weeks, It also means that they will benefit from the experience of England Athletics qualified coaches whilst enjoying their running journey along with other like-minded people.
Held at the track at Goldsmith Recreation Ground on a Monday and Wednesday at 6:30 pm, each session will last between 30 – 40 minutes.
The cost is only £45, which will be your membership fee for the year-ended 31st March 2027 if you decide to join the Club at the end of the 9 weeks
To register contact info@crowboroughrunners.org.uk
February 2026 - Coming Out of Hibernation
Farnborough Half Marathon
The Farnborough Half is one of the first in the racing calendar and a regular event for many of our Club members.
The start is from the Airship hanger on what is now Farnborough Business Park, that previously the home of the Royal Aircraft Establishment and the Farnborough Air Show for many, many years.
As always, the event, celebrating its 10th anniversary, was fully subscribed with 2,351 runners crossing the finish line, which included 6 of “our own”
Leading the ladies home was Janie Perry in 1:42:18 and for the men Stephen Sedgewick in 1:41:55
Cancer Research Winter 10k
Unfortunately, on the day of the Cancer Research Winter 10k heavy rain and 3 degrees centigrade was the order of the day, which somewhat took the shine off of things, with the run itself being well organised and a route that took in many of the sights of London. Nevertheless, it was for a good cause and the Crows representing the Club all secured good times and did themselves proud despite the weather and gained another medal for the collection.
Great running by Richard Grinham in 0:55:35, Naomi Campbell in 0:58:17, Juliet Fraser in 1:02:49. Charlotte Mathers in 1:08:01 and Bob Archer in 1:08:01.
ESSCCL Whitbread Hollow
This month’s cross country outing was a little east along the coast from last month, to Eastbourne. The race started and finished at Whitbread Hollow, which nestles near the end of the South Downs Way.
The runners representing the Crows all knew that soon after the start that they would be making an ascent up the path to nearby Beachy Head. So not much looking at the beautiful sea views and pretty coastal plants. The upside was the way back was virtually downhill all the way, with the trail a little more generous in terms of foothold than the previous month.
Yet another good turnout by the Crows with 38 turning out on a perfect day for a run. It was also a good day in another respect with the team winning Whitbread Hollow placing the Club overall 3rd in the championship, with one race to go.
Bedgebury 10 Mile
Is there ever a bad time to enjoy the beauty that is Bedgebury Pinetum? Well, on the day of the Bedgebury 10 mile on the 1 February 2026, the conditions, to honest, could have been better. There to brave the elements was member Sarah Cooper. Sarah writes” Cold, sheet rain and a lot of mud but great fun”
As always, Sarah did herself proud knocking it out in 1:32:33, securing for herself 119th place out of field of 277 and gaining a 1st in her age category.
Sussex AA Cross Country League
The 14th of February saw the Sussex AA Cross-Country season draw to a close with the last race being at Glyndebourne.
These races attract some of the best Club runners from all over Sussex, which included representation from the Club. On the day those attending did the Club proud.
Great running by our junior members, Amelie Hutton, Charlotte Howard and Anna Ivaldi who were all well placed in their age category, as was Adam Styles in the Vet Men +50 category.
James Welbury Joins The Parkrun 250 Club
Club member James Welbury has run the odd Parkrun or two in places in the past both far and near. Well, he ran his 250th recently and did it style in a very sunny Belfast Victoria Park.
James reports
“Lovely volunteers and a very good standard, with those up front regularly doing 15 mins.”
Well done, James.
Tunbridge Wells Half Marathon
The Hendy Tunbridge Wells Half Marathon is a firm favourite with a number of the Crows. This year's was no different. Following an extended period of relentless bad weather, the Sunday morning offered a welcome reprieve. The conditions, while still brisk, were far from intolerable, allowing everyone to enjoy the day without the usual discomfort brought on by the cold.
The route is a one-lap circuit through the Kent countryside with panoramic views of the Kent countryside to be enjoyed, that is if you wanted to take a breather. The route includes the famous (infamous) Spring Hill, which of the many hills along the way, the organisers describe it as significant. 300 feet of ascent to be specific.
The usual crowds were in place keeping the runners motivated.
Great running by all, with Club member Jayne Meyers running her first half-marathon. Huge congratulations.
