27 May Newsletter 27 May 2025
Northampton 10k
Well done to the 50+ members who ran the Northampton 10k (making use of the NRR 40% discount). Another hot one and that tricky finish. Well done all.
LDWA Flower of Suffolk 100 mile.
Congratulatoins Mark Garrett, Sally Garrett, Louise Linnett, Sue Summers and Penny Short
The annual LDWA big event 100 miles in 48 hrs. Self navigation. Run or walk. All 5 of us were 1st timers at this. Magnificent finishes for Mark, Sally and Louise. To give the others a DNF would be very unfair as getting to 75 miles is a massive achievement in itself. A fantastic event where you see humanity at it’s best. Run completely by volunteers making everyone feel special
Up and Coming EMGP races
- Tuesday 3 June: EMGP Harborough 5 – online entries
- Tuesday 17 June: EMGP Weedon 10k – online entries
- Wednesday 25 June: EMGP Corby 5 – online entries
- Tuesday 1 July: EMGP Milton Keynes 10k – online entries
- Wednesday 9 July: EMGP Rugby 6 – online entries
Summer BBQ
How we manage visitors
To allow us to look after visitors properly, we have been gradually improving our sign up processes. Now, when someone signs up via our website we ask them to confirm their pace and add their basic personal info. That allows us to prepare for who is coming, and who we need to get them to run with. Karen signs them in using a register on her phone.
This process allows us to keep them safe and make sure that they receive information stating how the club works. Also note, we do specify a minimum pace of 36 minutes for a parkrun. It helps us make sure that everyone who turns up can join in with the club runs without requiring a club member to break off from the main run to accompany them.
We ask for a weeks notice so that we dont get people rocking up without us being ready for them.
If they agree to join, and we approve that request, then we change their status on coacha to “member” which securely handles the important stuff for us – full personal details and payment as well as explaining our policies and processes.
Bringing friends
If you have friends you want to bring, please make sure that they have registered through the site so that we can expect them – even if they plan to run with you.
Anti Bullying
Northampton Road Runners pride ourselves on being a welcoming, inclusive and supportive club where everyone can thrive. As part of our ongoing commitment to safeguard our members and promote a positive environment we have introduced a new Anti-Bullying Policy. Bullying, whether in person or online has no place in our club. We have a zero tolerance approach to any behaviour that seeks to intimidate, harm or exclude others based on who they are. The new policy outlines what constitutes bullying, how it can be reported and what actions the club will take to address it. We encourage all members to familiarise themselves with the policy and to speak up if they witness or experience any form of bullying. Together, we can ensure that Northampton Road Runners remains a safe, respectful and enjoyable space for all.
Read our new anti bullying policy.
Committee change
A quick heads up. We will be having a change of Chair at NRR in 2026. Charlotte will be taking over after this years membership term. Its business as usual for now, although this changeover gives us time to make the transition smooth. So you havent got rid of me just yet 🙂
Have a great week
Roger
The Week Ahead
Tuesday
Gym session 6 pm at the Sports Pavilion – entrance is on Pavilion Walk behind Car Park 1 – next to the multi-use games area (MUGA)
The sessions are designed specifically for runners. Specialist trainers are on hand to help. Routines for all abilities are available. Special exercises for injury recovery are provided.
£5 per session, please book via the Coacha shop.
Wednesday
- Club night at the Uni
Thursday
Friday
Please keep an eye on Facebook for details, we will also post the pub on WhatsApp.
Meet at 5:50pm for a 6pm start, and with 4 and 6 mile route options.
Sunday
Various Sunday long runs, please keep an eye on Facebook for details. If you don’t see a time or distance you fancy, why not post your own and see if you can get some running company?
Men’s Coffee Shop run
Starting at 9am, heading out from the Brampton Valley Way car park, Brampton Lane. No pressure, just good company and a coffee afterwards at Smith’s Farm Shop.
Route: CLICK HERE
Monday
Our weekly social run from the Racecourse. Meet in the car park at 18:10 for an 18:15 start. Do as much or as little as you like, nice easy pace, and everyone runs together. Comment on the Facebook post so we know who’s coming.
Future Events
These events are available for all members to join in with. Please let us know if you have an event that you want to promote.
June
Morzine-Avoriaz 50k Sunday 22nd June 2025. Speak to Rob Hemingway if you fancy joining in. It’s on lots of runnable trails and is approx. 2600m of ascent. A great introduction to an alpine running ultra! Elevation goes to 2200m above sea level through the ski resort of Avoriaz. You will have views into Switzerland and Italy and across to Europe’s highest mountain, Mont Blanc, when up on the peaks!
October
Cologne Marathon/Half Marathon/Relay: Nick has created a Facebook group for this event on 5th October, with a few signed up to join him. If you fancy a trip to Germany, let Nick know.
November
Benidorm Half & 10k. 22nd November. Once again, speak our own Judith Chalmers (sorry if you’re too young to get this!) a.k.a Nick Hibberd.
December
Saturday 6th December: The Drop in Kendal : A 10-mile mystery challenge in beautiful Kendal. The event starts and finishes on the main High Street- so you might be able to fit in some Christmas shopping too because ! Accommodation just a 3-minute walk from the start for the night before. The organiser has offered us a group discount if we get a few people together. If you’re interested, contact Charlotte. Event info: https://www.thedropuk.co.uk/e/the-drop-kendal-11461
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