Welcome to

Ashford & District Road Running Club

We are a friendly and inclusive community running club based in Ashford, Kent and we warmly welcome athletes of all abilities from beginner to seasoned pros.

Ashford and District at the relays!

Welcome!

Established in 1988, Ashford & District RRC is an inclusive running club open to adults of all abilities. The club is run entirely by volunteers, and all club funds are reinvested back into the club for the benefit of our members.

Ashford and District offers coached track training every Wednesday evening

Our HQ is located at Sandyacres Sports & Social Club in Kennington, where we meet to start evening runs twice a week. We also offer a coached track session on Wednesday evening. Please see the training section for full details.

We offer a wide variety of training options and events designed to cater for all abilities and all distance running.

We welcome applications for membership from all athletes from age 18+. It doesn't matter whether you’re just starting out or an experienced runner; we are inclusive for all.

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Ashford and District RRC training

Training

The Club trains three times a week on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings.

Changing facilities and showers are available at the clubhouse on Tuesday and Thursday evenings, and at Julie Rose Stadium on Wednesdays. A well-stocked (and reasonably priced!) bar is also available to members on Thursdays.

MONDAY EVENING Time Duration
Hill-specific training, location varies each week* 7pm 1 hr
TUESDAY EVENING Time Duration
Organised easy/gentle run* 6.30-7pm Varies
Free runner-specific Strength and Conditioning* 7.45pm 1 hr
WEDNESDAY EVENING Time Duration
Coached Track Session at the Julie Rose Stadium* 7pm 1 hr
THURSDAY EVENING Time Duration
Organised Group Runs at pre-determined paces* 7pm Varies
WEEKEND MORNINGS Time Duration
Long Run** Varies Varies

* Sessions are suitable to all levels
** Suitable for those capable of running set distance

We also have several fully trained and experienced coaches, readily available for advice and help with training plans for our members.

About Us

Ashford & District RRC is non-profit club, run entirely by volunteers.

Each year our volunteer committee is elected or re-elected by our members and each elected member is given certain tasks and responsibilities to carry out throughout the year.

Our Committee

John Fidge

President

Robert Carpenter

Vice President

Allen Edwards

Chair

Adam Clegg

Honorary Treasurer

Helen Weeden

Welfare Officer

Amanda Bashford

Race Director

Simon Jackson

Membership Secretary/Records

Keli Sullivan

Honorary Secretary/Social Secretary

Alice Cook

Ladies Captain

Aiden Gorham

Men's Captain


Our Coaches

Ailis Goddard

CiRF

BWL - Level 2

LiRF

Adrian Beresford

CiRF

LiRF

Trevor Kay

CiRF

LiRF

Simon Jackson

CiRF

LiRF

Membership

Joining Ashford & District Road Running Club

A&D RRC welcomes applications for membership from anyone age 18+ who has an interest in running, irrespective of ability, from beginner to seasoned pro.

Club membership is a requirement in order to train and compete, but we welcome you to come along and see if you like what we do before you commit to joining. Please contact us to arrange a trial session.


Our annual membership rates are:

Affiliated (incl. England Athletics registration) - £50.00
Second Claim - £35.00
Un-affiliated - £35.00


Our Membership Benefits:

Training with experienced and qualified coaches
Entry to competitions
Use of clubhouse at Sandy Acres with free showers, changing facilities & lockers
Subsidised clubhouse bar
Club Events
Meeting with other runners


England Athletics (EA) Registration

UK Athletics requires all competing athletes over the age of 11 to be EA registered and A&DRRC will complete this registration after you have paid the membership fee. Further details can be found here. The EA registration fee is £19 and is paid through your athletics club. If you complete your A&DRRC membership online you can add EA registration to your order, and pay for this together with your membership. Once A&DRRC has received your payment, the club will complete your EA registration and you receive your England Athletics affiliation card and Unique Registration Number (URN) by email.


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Club Records

Ladies Records

Ladies Senior (18-34)

Marathon
Alice CookLondon21/04/20243:34:40
Half Marathon
Annette FalksonMaidstone13/09/19921:21:40
10 Mile
Lesley HallCanterbury27/01/19911:00:37
10k
Annette FalksonJulie Rose04/10/199236:45

Ladies Veteran (35-44)

Marathon
Annette FalksonLondon18/04/19932:55:49
Half Marathon
Lesley HallLydd20/10/19911:20:50
10 Mile
Lesley HallThanet08/12/19911:01:23
10k
Annette FalksonTechpro14/02/199337:00

Ladies Supervet (45+)

Marathon
Mollie SmithLondon18/04/19933:10:40
Half Marathon
Mollie SmithLydd20/10/19911:25:15
10 Mile
Mollie SmithThanet08/12/19911:03:52
10k
Mollie SmithBrighton17/11/199138:50

Mens Records

Mens Senior (18-39)

Marathon
Robert LatalaLondon23/04/20172:32:12
Half Marathon
John PetersWoodcombe02/04/19891:12:15
10 Mile
Daniel GreenSidcup02/02/200053:56
10k
Robert LatalaAshford & District05/02/201732:37

Mens Veteran (40-49)

Marathon
Nick CollinsValencia03/12/20232:29:00
Half Marathon
Nick CollinsPaddock Wood12/03/20231:13:02
10 Mile
Nick CollinsAshford & District31/10/202156:03
10k
Nick CollinsBrighton02/04/202333:05

Mens Supervet (50+)

Marathon
Frank GonsalvesMaidstone27/10/19912:49:30
Half Marathon
Frank GonsalvesLydd20/10/19911:19:05
10 Mile
Pat ButlerFolkestone25/03/200559:17
10k
Pat ButlerQuest09/10/200535:30

Club Kit

Our competitive club kit consists of a branded turquoise vest and black shorts.

We boast a variety of clothing available to our members including long and short sleeve training shirts, hats, bags and much more.

All items are made to order and members can purchase via our online club shop.

Events

Ashford & District RRC Halloween Run

This event offers you the choice of a quality 10 mile or 5 mile run. This great event takes place on Halloween weekend, so you can either race it like a pro or dress up and have fun with your friends. It really is suitable for everyone.

We have a great Race HQ at the Towers School - lots of space, showers, changing rooms and a great catering offer. There really has never been a better time to enter. We expect the event to be popular, so booking early is recommended. The route is also officially measured by the AOCM.

Book Your Entry Here



Ashford & District RRC 10k – Sponsored by Girling Solicitors

February 2025 - exact date TBC

This is our flagship race which is one of the oldest 10ks in Kent has been running since 1989 and winds around the picturesque and undulating lanes of Westwell.

The route is officially measured by the AOCM.

More information on the 2025 race will be available soon!



Our club member grand prix races:

Rye 5 mile - 19th May
Charing 10k - 14th June
Mid Kent 5 miler - 7th July
Mount Ephraim 10k - 11th August
Dover 10k - 1st September
Chichester Half Marathon - 6th October
Marden Half Marathon - 17th November
End of Year 10 Miler - 9th December
Canterbury 10 Mile - 19th January 2025
Dartford Half Marathon - 2nd March 2025

We have selected these races to get our runners to a good variety of events. The more of these events you include your racing calendar the more chance you have of winning!

Contact

For all enquiries, including membership, please contact us via this form

Ashford & District Road Running Club
Sandyhurst Lane
Ashford
Kent
TN25 4PE