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In 2005 Quakers Running Club was 'Highly Commended' by Cancer Research UK for its continued support of Darlington's Race for Life. Click here to view the award.

 

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The club is also recognised by the Flora London Marathon for its dedication and support given to beginners and has been designated a Flora London Marathon Running Club Partner, the only club in County Durham to receive this accolade.

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About the Club

The club's main training base is at Queen Elizabeth 6th Form College Playing Fields, Abbey Road, Darlington, DL3 8LR. We train on a Tuesday and Thursday evenings (meeting at the school at 6:30pm). Formed in May 1995 with a membership of just six. The club was formed to promote the participation of all disciplines of athletics and has quickly established itself as one of the regions more active promoters of running events.

At present the club boasts a coaching staff of twenty qualified coaches specialising in a wide range of disciplines from sprints to ultra distance running, including field events, as well as more diverse disciplines such as fell running, strength & conditioning and orienteering. We cater for all types of runners and boast a varied membership, accomodating for all ability ranges. No one is ever left behind! We consider ourselves to be the most friendly and active running club in the area.

If you are interested in joining, you might find our membership introduction pack useful. Click here to download the file as a PDF.


Race Review: Swaledale Marathon PDF Print E-mail
Written by Sarah Beadle   
Tuesday, 29 June 2010 17:01

 
This was my first Swaledale but having done a couple of reccies I knew this one had its challenges.
 
We arrived nice and early (for a change), parking was easy and checked into registration with a kit check thrown in for good measure, this race has a great atmosphere with a good mix of walkers and runners so you are rarely running alone. Setting off at the bottom of the hill its a pull up but worth the views at the top, weather was on our side so luckily wasn't too hot, first 8-9 miles were almost enjoyable until the cramp kicked in, it seemed to be very common due to the nature of the terrain, there was the standard ups and this race is tough but also enjoyable if that is possible. With plenty of encouraging runners and walkers it was nice to chat to a few on the hard uphills which help keep you going.
 
There are water stops along the way with friendly marshalls and also a check point which encourages a few pints before setting off again!.
 
6 and a half hours later the end is in sight and being told the finish was only 2 minutes away was the best news I could hear
It finished in the village and was great to be welcomed by the shouts from fellow Quakers before collecting your badge and mug and a meal.
 
This is a fantastic event and extremely well run, if you are into your of road madness this is well worth a go. A huge pat on the back to all who organise this no wonder its so popular.
 

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