We are a small friendly EA Affiliated running club based in Wells-next-the-Sea on the
North Norfolk coast.
On this site you will find information regarding the club, news of events and other information such as training and contact details.
Our History
The club came from an idea of having a running group in early 2014 and by May sessions had started on the Alderman Peel High School playing fields. Initially the intention was to hold a beginners course but the majority of people turning up were already capable runners so the club evolved from there.
In 2018 with the help of a grant from the Wells Carnival Committee the club became an accredited Running Club with UK Athletics and this enabled us to benefit from the UKA Coach Training courses allowing us to recruit members into the Coaching team.
In the early days all our training sessions were held in a single Group but as numbers grew this began to become an issue both in the size of the group and the different abilities. As a consequence we evolved into holding sessions for different-paced Groups.
In 2016 we first assisted with the Wells Carnival Fun Run and in the following years our involvement grew substantially. In 2017 we held our first members only Beach Race and in 2022 the Beach Race became an open event.
In 2019 we organised our first formal Couch to 5km (C25K) as an accredited Club. This annual event has become an important part in the club diary.
What we offer
Runners-next-the-Sea is a friendly EA-Affiliated running club based on the North Norfolk coast, with membership predominantly from Wells-next-the-Sea, Fakenham, and surrounding villages. We are truly fortunate with our location and able to offer during the summer months, Monday evening training in the grounds of Holkham Park and on Holkham beach. In the winter, the Monday night training alternates weekly between Wells-next-the-Sea and Fakenham. Members of the club also arrange social runs, typically on a Thursday evening, with some runs in Fakenham and others in Holkham Park. The club has an enthusiastic events team, which co-ordinates within-club running and social events, and also brings participation of club members in local external/events into our Club Championships. Importantly, “participation” in this sense is not just about running, but encompasses supporting and volunteering.
Club members participate in a wide range of running events, benefitting from being part of an EA-affiliated club. Distances range from 5K to ultramarathons, and there is always someone in the club able, and very willing, to provide guidance and practical support to anyone taking on a new challenge. Many local events have a significant RntS team presence, with groups of 20+ being quite normal. The club also has a close working relationship with Holkham parkrun, with many members running and/or volunteering at these Saturday morning events. As an EA-affiliated club, we receive an annual place in the London Marathon, which is allocated through a draw, based on certain criteria.
We have an excellent and committed coaching team, which delivers training to the club and motivation to individuals, and the club supports any member wishing to gain running leadership and/or coaching qualifications for the benefit of themselves and the club.
Overall, we have a dynamic club of 130+ members and we benefit hugely from the nature within which we run and the nurture of our fellow runners.
If you would like more information, you can either email us directly or pop along to our Facebook page to get in touch.
Have you been inspired by the London Marathon stories at the weekend? From small acorns mighty oaks grow. Start your running journey with our Couch to 5K course in Fakenham or Wells-next-the-Sea. You can do it! Sign up at www.rnts.co.uk/c25K. You won't regret it.
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Zara never thought she would enjoy running or join a running club, but that all changed after taking part in the Runners-next-the-Sea Couch to 5K course last year. You can do it too! Visit www.rnts.co.uk/c25K for more info and to sign up. Here's her story 👇
"I signed up to the Couch to 5K with my best friend last May. It was a way to get fit, and I’d been wanting to improve my running for ages, and this seemed like a good way to do it. Yes, I could have done it with an app, but where’s the fun in that? Plus, I would have lost interest. By signing up with Runners Next to the Sea course, I had some accountability. I had a set time and a group of people to train with, which made it much easier. The group was amazing and friendly; the coaches were fun and approachable. There were people of all capabilities when it came to running, so there was no negativity, and everyone supported each other. Even when it came to the dreaded homework, the coaches supported and encouraged us by joining in with us.
Since completing the C25K, I have joined the running club and join in with the training sessions when I can. I even spent Easter Sunday doing a 5K run rather than eating chocolate. I never thought I would enjoy running or join a running club, but it’s one of the best things I’ve done, and I’ve met some fantastic people along the way and made some new friends as well. 😊🏃♀️
Zara
Couch to 5K 2023 Graduate
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Following on from his great running yesterday, here is Stuart's full London Marathon race report. 💪👍
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London Marathon 2024 – Runners-next-the-Sea
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Posted on April 22, 2024 by rntsadminLondon Marathon 2024 Here is Stuart’s full race report: ‘Where do I start what a weekend and such an amazing event. Thank you RntS for having this opportunity....0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Massive congratulations to Stuart Gollands who took on the iconic London Marathon today on behalf of Runners next the Sea. He completed the course in an impressive 03:39:29. Well done, Stuart! ... See MoreSee Less
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Just three weeks now until our popular Couch to 5K course starts. Thursdays in Wells and Fridays in Fakenham.
If anybody has had issues signing up, please note that the Stripe payment system was having problems, but looks like it's now fixed.
Also, there was a good discussion about Couch to 5K on Radio 5 Live this morning. Imagine how successful you'll be with the help of our qualified coaches! You can listen here (starts at 1:03:55): ... See MoreSee Less
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Thank you to Kirsty for her wonderful Brighton Marathon race report. 👍
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Brighton Marathon – Runners-next-the-Sea
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Posted on April 14, 2024April 14, 2024 by rntsadminBrighton Marathon It’s hard to believe that it was a week ago I was in my hotel room getting ready for the Brighton marathon happening the next day...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
🏃♀️ Vicki's C25K journey started with a basic goal: she wanted to get fitter and make meet new people. After trying out a few running apps with a friend, she realised she was craving something a bit more hands-on and social so signed up for our 10 week course last year. Now there's no stopping her! Follow in her footsteps by signing up at www.rnts.co.uk/c25k 👇
"I joined the course mainly to improve my fitness and general health. Also, I guess, to meet new people. I’d tried the app with a friend previously and didn’t really commit to it. I felt if I signed up to a real course with real coaches it would be much better and I wasn’t disappointed.
I thoroughly enjoyed the course, and the coaches and other club members were so supportive and helpful throughout. I still remember the time when we were told “tonight you’re going to run for 12 minutes” My first thought was that's impossible but with the encouragement I did it. Everyone was made to feel very welcome from the start.
After our graduation run at Holkham I joined the club and now regularly attend training sessions and social runs. I have since completed my first 10k event and have a few more booked up this year.
Most of the group I did the course with are now members of the club and great friends. If you want to get into running and meet new people, don’t hesitate in joining up."
💬 Vicki C25K 2023 Graduate
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Huge thanks to Fakenham and Wells Times for covering our upcoming Couch to 5K Course - Wells-next-the-Sea, Thursday Evenings and Couch to 5K Course - Fakenham, Friday Evenings
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Runners-next-the-Sea reopens Couch to 5K programme
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North Norfolk's running club, Runners-next-the-Sea, is restarting its Couch to 5K course in Wells-next-the-Sea and Fakenham.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Lots of interest so far in our 10-week Couch to 5K programme 🌟 Courses start in May in both Fakenham and Wells-next-the-Sea. 🏃♂️🏃♀️ It's for all abilities, it doesn't matter if you've never run before. Join us for just £15 for the entire programme. Booking is now open.
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