The Folkestone gang in their red, white and blue! News is out: It’s been HOT! A heatwave has hit the UK and for many of us, it’s been an excuse to exchange our running boots for flip flops, and our energy gels for sunscreen. But, this is Folkestone Running & Athletics Club we’re talking about. … Continue reading Here comes the sun!
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Spring marathon season has come to end, but that don’t stop our Folkestone Running & Athletics Club members running halfway instead! This last week we’ve got a couple half marathons to mention as well as some shorter stints across at parkrun in our ongoing club cup and a double race in Rye. We’re looking forward … Continue reading Ain’t no half measures!
It’s the big one, the one they’re all talking about…it’s LONDON MARATHON WEEKEND 2026! Folkestone’s supporters Madison, Lauren and Nicole out in full force cheering on this year’s London Marathon participants A HOT day that saw nearly 60,000 participants take to the country’s capital (from 1m+ ballot applications), an upsurge in women and young people … Continue reading London Calling!
This special edition of our Race Report focuses on our biggest race of the year, the Folkestone 10 – in its 42nd iteration! It’s the trademark event for our club with all our members invited to support its success. All volunteer-run, the 10 couldn’t take place without the dedication, teamwork and positive spirit of everyone … Continue reading What a Good Friday to run!
Spring is on its way and with it, the early signs of sunnier days to come. Cooler running wear brought out of storage, racing season soon to fill the air and the marathon training few coming into bloom. Before the season really hits its stride though, a weekend of late-winter half marathons beckoned our runners … Continue reading The weekend’s best!
Now this is the way to do it! Looking for a way to kick off the New Year in style, while also taking on a new challenge and getting fit? Why not join a running club! If you’ve ever been tempted before, let the these examples set by our members this week inspire you to … Continue reading Shaking off those January blues!
‘Tis the season for lots of food, cosy films, time with loved ones and of course, plenty of festive runs! With some special parkruns set for over the holiday period including some traditional Boxing Day events – our running boots won’t be taking much of a break. Just like last weekend our runners have been … Continue reading Step into Christmas!
Summer may be close to its end but a new season is starting…it’s marathon season! We have got a hefty amount of races to report on this week with our runners taking on distances from short 5ks, country trail runs to even half and full length marathons. Let’s check out what efforts the team have … Continue reading The autumn winds of marathon season!
The sun is out and with it, Folkestone Running & Athletics Club bringing their best! Up and down the country a number of members have shown up and put down some extraordinary times and distances. Here’s what they got for ya: Outlaw Half Holkham Weekend 2025 Amy celebrating her achievements at Holkham Hall A host … Continue reading Folkestone firing on all cylinders!
It’s a big ol’ Race Report this week with a look back at some of the running related shenanigans that has taken place amongst our merry members. Folkestone 10 donation Folkestone Running & Athletics Club members, Club Chair Margaret Whitman and Club Coach Catherine O’Connor presenting the cash donation to Folkestone Rainbow Centre’s Peter Lefevre … Continue reading Running in the sun!
If last week’s double marathon weekend wasn’t enough, there were two more opportunities which saw our runners take on the iconic 26.2 mile distance. With some trail running and track sessions in the mix as well – this was another fantastic week of exercise from Folkestone Running & Athletics Club. Prague Marathon 2025 A perfect … Continue reading A marathon of a bank holiday weekend!
The festive lights around town have begun to shine but no glow is as bright as some of the well-earned medals for Folkestone Running & Athletics Club members this week! Here is everything that’s been going on: Chiltern Ridge Winter 50K First up this week is a wonderful circular trail run between Ivinghoe Beacon and … Continue reading Holidays are coming…
September is in full swing and the hints of autumn have begun to show its face. We’ve thankfully been treated to some final offerings of sunshine before the season ends, which has made these running efforts this week even more brighter. Here’s what Folkestone Running & Athletics Club has been up to (including some FANTASTIC … Continue reading Last of the summer runs
From Thursday May 9, we are introducing an official alternative club run as part of our training sessions on a Thursday evening. Meeting at Three Hills Sports Park at 6.30pm every Thursday, there will now be an option of a social run. The run will be around 5 miles long and will be … Continue reading New senior training session: Social run