Welcome to Thirsk and Sowerby Harriers
Thank you for your membership registration and payment to the Thirsk and Sowerby Harriers. You can find out more about all the benefits of your membership here.
Your Club membership lasts from 1st January through 31st December. Members are required to complete the membership form and pay the membership fee each year.
For First Claim new members, your England Athletics membership registration is now in progress and your unique athlete number will be sent to you in a separate email soon.
Running is not only a sport that helps improve your aerobic fitness and consequently your cardiovascular system. It also builds strength and increases your stamina over time. If you are into competitive sports, this is also an opportunity to compete against yourself and strive out to be your best. On the other hand, many runners prefer a more non-competitive approach to their running practice.
The Club encourages all reasons someone may choose to run, including the social aspect, mental health benefits, progressive physical benefits and joy of life.
Bookmark this webpage for all the information you need to know about your new Club.
Esk Valley Fell: Fryup Frazzler
Date: Sunday 17th September 2023
Time: 11:00
Location: The Cycle Hub, Fryup Gill
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NYSD Cross Country: Fixture 1
Date: Sunday 1st October 2023
Time: TBC
Location: Acklam Grange
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Club Championship: Guy Fawkes 10
Date: Sunday 5th November 2023
Time: 10:30
Location: Ripley Village Hall HG3 3AY
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Access to our Members only page
As a club member, you get access to the Members only area of our website, so that you can stay informed about our activities.
The Members page on this website should be your first point of contact to find out details of training nights, time trials, up and coming virtual and in-person races, race results, copies of our weekly digests, our shop to buy kit, contact information, and any other happenings within the club.
The access is password protected and it is updated once a year. Our Membership Secretary will provide you with the current password.
Click here to access the Members page !
Club calendar of activities
We keep a calendar of all our club activities, including training sessions, content and venue, championship and league races, and
social events organised by the club.
We have listed events up to 12 months in advance, so that you can plan your participation.
The link to the calendar is here!
Stay Informed
When and where does training take place?
The Club hosts training nights every Monday and Wednesday evening led by our own coaches and captains. During the winter, there are indoor and outdoor sessions. The indoor sessions are usually held at the Thirsk School and Sixth Form College, Topcliffe Rd, Sowerby, Thirsk YO7 1RZ. The outdoor sessions are usually held at the Sowerby Sports Village (a.k.a. The Gateway) on Gravel Hole Lane, YO7 1PB.
Kindly check the calendar for exact times and location!
Social events
Throughout the year we organise several social events. You will find them advertised via our weekly newsletter and in the calendar.
You are welcome to participate!
Weekly Newsletter
As part of the registration process, you will have been added to the distribution list for our weekly newsletter. It is published by email every weekend with the latest news on the club.
You can unsubscribe to the newsletter by browsing to the bottom of the Newsletter email and selecting the appropriate option, if you wish to do so.
You can also browse our newsletters on the Members page clicking here!
A Runners Life
As a Club member you have a number of opportunities to test and improve your running skills.
Feeling a bit competitive or are you in just for the fun of running? You can take advantage of several opportunities with us.
Kit and running gear
In order to earn points on Club Championships' races, you must wear a Club vest or T shirt. You can buy Club kit by visiting our online shop. You will also find there a list of our partners, where you can get discounted kit as Club member.
Club Championships
Our Championships are a series of local affiliated races throughout the year.
Your membership often allows you a discounted price to sign up to the in-person affiliated races. Virtual races are free. The races are chosen through a membership vote each year.
Please visit our Championships page for more details!
Monthly Time Trials
Our 2 mile handicap runs take place 12 times a year and give you the opportunity to measure your progress over time.
Other leagues
We participate actively in the Harrogate District Summer League, and the North Yorkshire South Durham Harrier League and as a member, you can participate in the races of those leagues. League races are advertised in our Club calendar regularly.
Social running opportunities
There are quite a few informal running opportunities where you can make friends, improve your running skills and enjoy the banter.
Kindly note that these groups are informal in nature. They are not supported by the Club nor do they form part of the Club activities.
Tuesday Social Running
Runs take place in and around Thirsk, on Tuesday evenings. Kindly contact Trish Radford, trishr16@gmail.com for more information.
Friday Hill Reps
The name says it all. Towards South Kilvington. Kindly contact Duncan Fothergill, Tel 07981 783064 for more information.
KFC, which stands for Kilburn Fell Club and not what you think
For hardcore runners and moors enthusiasts. This fell running group will take you from Roseberry Topping to Kilburn. Entertainment is guaranteed, but mostly stunning views of the area. Good running condition is required. Kindly contact Fran Jeffery, Tel 07840 695 216 for more information.
parkrun Tourist Group
For all parkrun fans, here is the opportunity to share travel to parkruns with other Club members in different locations and work towards becoming an alpabeteer. Other parkrun challenges also to be considered. Kindly contact Rosie Gatenby, Tel 07949 512 545 for more information.
Contact us !
Our coaches, captains and Committee members are always available to exchange ideas, for advise or on any subject of your interest.
Our contact details can be found here.
Suggestions
We like to keep a direct connection with you.
If you have any enquiries, comments, suggestions, criticism or praise, please feel free to contact us directly here.
Keep In Touch
Social Media
We do run closed groups on a few social media platforms to connect with you.
The facebook members only group
Kindly follow this link and request access.
The T&S Chitchat group on WhatsApp
Kindly click here and request access to the group.
The strava club for members.
Kindly look for our Club in the strava app: Thirsk and Sowerby Harriers and request access. As a Club member your running activities will show up in the Club’s dashboard as well as your position for the week.
There is also a strava feed available on our Members page.
Members Resources
England Athletics
Part of your membership fee is paid directly to England Athletics, which is the governing body for athletics in England. You will be automatically registered as a new athlete.
After you complete your membership form and pay your fee, the Membership Secretary will register your details with England Athletics and create a unique registration number (URN) that will be emailed to you.
England Athletics send their Registration Packs via email, and the pack includes your digital membership card. Your URN stays the same each year you renew your Thirsk and Sowerby Harriers membership. England Athletics states the pack is sent out within 48 hours, but sometimes it takes longer.
Your next step is to set up an account on the England Athletics website. The first time you sign in, click on the My Athletic Portal button, fill in your URN number, and then click on “Forgot Password”. The EA website will send a password to your registered email and you can finish the set-up of your account. You can manage your details within your Athletic Portal.
You will find there a wealth of valuable information on running and athletics.
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