Did you know that in Norfolk alone, there are over twenty athletics clubs – all eager to attract new recruits of all ages and abilities?
Whether you’re new to running and want to train ahead of Run Norwich or are a seasoned 10k vet, running clubs are an excellent – and sociable – way of progressing your running ability and technique.
Below is a selection of running clubs in Norfolk that are affiliated to UK/England Athletics. We’re not able to list every club, so this focuses on affiliated clubs within the county only:
Through the Community Sports Foundation, we also run a free weekly mental wellbeing running group called Run For Me. If you are looking for an added focus on mental health and wellbeing, then do come along and try a session!
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City of Norwich AC is one of the largest and most successful clubs in the United Kingdom with over 700 members.
If you’re brand new to the club, you can register for a month’s trial membership to see if athletics is right for you.
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Norwich Road Runners is the most widely represented running club at Run Norwich, usually with over 150 members running each year.
They welcome everyone of all ages and abilities and organise effort sessions and road runs throughout the city every week.
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Norfolk Gazelles are a friendly road running club based in Norwich, Norfolk, who welcome all standards and ages.
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Based in Great Yarmouth, the Road Runners are a friendly running club which welcomes runners of all abilities, from joggers through to marathon distance runners.
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Aylsham Runners
Attleborough Athletics Academy
Beccles & Bungay Harriers AC
Bungay Black Dog RC
Bure Valley Harriers
Coltishall Jaguars
Dereham Runners AC
Diss and District AC
Harling AC
Great Yarmouth & District AC
North Norfolk Beach Runners
North Norfolk Harriers AC
Reepham Runners
Runners-next-the-sea
Ryston Runners AC
Special Olympics Norfolk
Thetford AC
Tri-Anglia Triathlon Club
UEA AC
Waveney Valley AC
West Norfolk AC
Wymondham AC
Run Norwich proudly welcomes runners from all backgrounds and is delighted that many non‑affiliated clubs and groups also bring strong representation to the event.
If you’re exploring your options, you can find other running opportunities through RunTogether – which offers local, guided group runs that are ideal for beginners or for building confidence – or parkrun, a free weekly 5k community event where everyone is welcome to walk, jog or run.
"[Running clubs] are a fantastic way of meeting likeminded people who want to enjoy running, improve their ability, and be part of a community."
Nick Gurney
Norwich Road Runners
Run for the Foundation and enjoy a host of exclusive perks — from early entry and pro training advice to VIP race‑day access, Riverside Leisure Centre entry, unique fundraising rewards, and, above all, the chance to make a meaningful impact in your local community.
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