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!
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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!
Monday 13th - Sunday 20th October We are in for a trip around Europe in this week’s race report with our members flying miles to bring back some well-earned bling. Pack your bags, don’t forget your passport and let’s set our sights on what amazing things they have all been up to: Yorkshire Marathon 2025 … Continue reading Race across the world!
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 August summer is here and with it, plenty opportunities to get outside and enjoy the sunshine. Here’s what we got up to this week: Mount Ephraim 10k The crew after an outstanding effort at the Mount Ephraim 10k on Sunday 10 August If there are some quiet country lanes in the middle of an … Continue reading Enjoying the good weather
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!
Eyes were on Folkestone this bank holiday as the annual 6.2 mile race hit the seafront in this flat and fast course towards the town of Hythe – and back again! Here’s a rundown of all the fabulous showings from our Folkestone Running & Athletics Club members representing on the day: Folkestone Coastal 10k Ian … Continue reading Stunning performances at the seaside!
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!