How to join
An Introduction to the Club
Purbeck Runners is the fastest growing Running Club in Dorset. Since our Inaugural Run on the 30th November 2008 we have met for Club Runs, come rain or shine, on over 500 occasions!
Our prime aim is to run together and have fun. We very much welcome runners of all abilities from absolute beginners to marathon runners. We also have a fair few triathlete members who hone their running skills with us!
Our whole reason for being is to encourage and promote an enjoyment of running…whether that be a 3 mile jog or a 10 mile sprint!
We meet for runs three times a week; Wednesday evening; Saturday morning and Sunday morning. We usually have at least three or four different paced groups, some on-road and some off-road. The one thing that is the same for each group is that at the end of the run we all meet up for a coffee (and maybe a cake!) or a drink.
We usually meet in Swanage but also enjoy ‘out and about’ events where we meet at different places around the glorious Purbecks.
We have a friendly club Championship which is based around local races, some of our members race in the Dorset League and on top of that we often have “Special Events” and Socials!
We very much welcome new members of any level of ability and you a very welcome to try out the Club before joining. See the below for details or e-mail Ross or Zodwa on membership@purbeckrunners.co.uk
Trying the Club
You are very welcome to try out the club on up to four occasions before joining. All we ask is that you fill out the Purbeck Runners Guest Information Form and bring it with you to your first run.
Please check our calendar to see if we have any special events listed for the date you are planning to come. If none are listed then our normal timetable is as follows:
Wednesday Night
Meet at the Crows Nest Inn. All runs leave at 7.15pm so you must there in plenty of time to sign up with the appropriate group leader.
There is usually a choice of at least 5 groups; from absolute beginners through to our top of the Dorset league runners! The fastest two groups will often incorporate hill work or speed sessions, the other groups are usually just pleased to get to the top of the hills in one piece! In the winter we have to stick to lit, road routes but in the summer we often make the most of our beautiful surroundings and go off road. Please note that it is essential to wear bright fluorescent clothing when running in the dark….this is for your own safety! After the runs we meet in the pub to discuss race tactics, the weather and anything else we fancy, we don’t ever drink beer…of course we don’t…..
Click here for details of our Winter Wednesday Night Groups.
Saturday Morning
Meet at the Mowlem. Runs leave at 8am so be there in plenty of time to sign up with the appropriate group leader.
There is nearly always a choice of on or off road groups, runs aren’t normally of the long variety so a good choice for those that like to get out, run and get back home before anyone notices they are gone! After the runs we meet in Fortes coffee shop for a coffee and a chat.
Sunday Morning
Meet at the Mowlem unless we are at a race or having one of our ‘Out and About’ meetings (check the calendar). Runs leave at 9am so arrive in plenty of time to sign in with the appropriate group leader.
As per Saturday mornings there are generally a choice of at least three groups, both on and off road. However, Sunday is our ‘long run’ day and we will usually do a minimum of six miles and often do a lot more! Therefore please don’t choose Sunday for your first club run if you aren’t confident that you can cover that distance, you are still, of course, very welcome to try the club on a Saturday or a Wednesday.
After the runs we meet in Fortes for a chat and a coffee. In the summer we often go for a paddle after our stretch and before our paddle….beats an iced bath any day!
Application Form and Fees:
Click HERE to download an application form
2012 Annual Membership Fees:
£20 per adult member, £15 for any additional member and just £5 for junior membership (under 18 years) (NEW Lower price), living at the same address
- This figure includes a £5 England Athletics affiliation fee for April 2012 – March 2013
Please feel free to use the contact form below to get in touch with us.
