News

TRC Weekly Bulletin – w/c 11th May 2026

It’s AGM week so it’s all to Thornbury Cricket Club this week.

Thursday Club Night Leaders

14th  May.  Walking – Val / 5k – Mel Lloyd / 10 min – Arthur Renshaw / 9 min Lizzie Williams / 8 min – Mel Wilson / 7 min – James Mason

21st  May. N/A  It’s all down to Weston for the club for the Weston Prom Race – food and drink on the prom afterwards.  All part of the Pete Mainstone Challenge.

Tea Rota

14/05 No Tea – AGM; 21/05 No Tea – Weston Prom; 28/05 James Mason TBC; 04/05 No Tea – Club 10K at Sailing Club; 11/05 TBA;  18/05 No Tea – Thornbury 10K

Reminders

  • Thursday 14th May: AGM at Thornbury Cricket Club with Run and Rehydrate with pizzas, vote and announcement of club charity for 2026/27  (see below)
  • Saturday 23rd May – Park Run of the Month at Thornbury for their 300th event
  • Thursday 21st May; Weston Prom Club Run & Rehydrate
  • Thursday 4th June; Club Road Championships
  • Thursday 18th June; Thornbury 10K
  • Saturday 4th July; Cotswold Way Relay
  • Sunday 5th July; Summer Barbecue and CWR Celebration
  • Sunday 20th September; Oldbury 10 Mile Race

Results.

Lots of people running round Bristol this weekend.  Great to see so many runners out.

10/06 Bristol Half Marathon:

          7    Philip Blackburn            1:13:25
    407    Jason Clark                      1:28:00
    472     Michael Wunderle      1:28:41
    531     Paul Saville                      1:29:18
   758     John Evans                       1:31:59
   905      Paul Thomas                  1:33:36
1435      Nathan Darkin             1:37:46     PB
1452      Daniel Nott                    1:37:52
1494      Alex Golding                 1:38:11
1906      Ryan Moon                    1:40:43
3115     Jonathan Hall                1:47:49

10/06 Bristol 10K:

    191      James Mason              39:29
    288      Lucie Wilson               41:07
    334      Steve Drew                  41:55
    439      Peter Cable                 43:11
   440      Sam Williams              43:12
1779      Roger Glew                  51:34
2795      Raquel Iniesta            55:28
4955      Harriet Forrest     1:02:39

10/06 Oxford 10K:

602     Melanie Wilson     45:11     44:16 chip time

Park Run News:-

No top 3s or tourists this week – all at Bristol!

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1. Thornbury 10K Road Race – Thursday 18th June 2026 – Marshall Alert – 10 or so still needed.  We have a van.

Thanks to all who have signed up to help Marshall the 10k event.  We still need another 10+ people to be able to run the event safely. 

I may not be able to guarantee a beautiful evening out in the sunshine (but fingers crossed it will be).  But I can say that we have a great event with friendly runners, lovely club mates to marshal with and a very grateful race director!  Go on – you know you want to!  Here’s the link to the form  – Thornbury 10k Marshalling  

2. AGM & Run & Rehydrate Evening  14th May

Join us for our AGM on Thursday 14th May 2026, combined with a Run & Rehydrate social.

🏃‍♂️ Event Details

Location: Thornbury Cricket Club, The Ship Field, Alveston, BS35 3LG
Times:
Run: 7:00 pm
AGM & charity presentation: 8:00 pm
Food: 8:30 pm

Includes a social run, AGM, charity presentations, pizza, and a drink (members free).
Vegetarian option available (select on form).

👉 Book here (first come, first served):
https://forms.gle/doL2U8joGiQ4UXma6

🎗 Charity of the Year 2026/7

2 Charities have been nominated.  The nominations and submissions are as follows:-

Brain Tumour Support
 
Proposed by Carol Mosses on behalf of Izzy Downes, daughter of club member Andy Downes, who has been receiving treatment for a brain tumour. Izzy’s submission is as follows
 
In 2020, our dad, Andy Downes was diagnosed with a grade 4 Glioblastoma Brain Tumour. During the pandemic he underwent emergency brain surgery followed by intensive chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy. Before this he ran a successful building company aswell as serving the community being a firefighter. Unfortunately this all came to an end as his life has changed forever, stopping him from driving and being independent and struggling with everyday activities. Brain Tumour support Charity has helped our family so much offering therapy, advice and always being there when we have needed them allowing us to connect with other families who are in similar situations. Any donations are hugely appreciated by the charity and will go towards helping other families facing similar situations to ours. Andy regularly attends this charities support group, allowing him to tell others his positive recovery story (and showing his amazing Strava runs). 
 
Our dad is unfortunately not in the clear, although we are so so fortunate his tumour is now stable and regularly scanned/ checked every 3 months, grade 4 tumours are aggressive and stubborn so we know this is not the end of the story for our family. Following recovery from the surgery etc he found a new love of running as previously being very active the new limiting factors he suffers from including loss of peripheral vision and loss of hearing he struggles with other daily activities. Running has given him an outlet, particularly Thornbury Running Club as it allows him to socialise and build relationship with others with similar interests. 
 
Krunch South West
 
Proposed by Liz Ball. Her submission is as follows
 
Krunch South West is a small local youth work charity that has been working in the local area for 13 years, supporting young people through a wide range of engaging and impactful services. With a team of 16 youth workers and young volunteers, they provide a range of services and activities for local young people, such as youth clubs, holiday activities and trips, one-to-one mentoring, school-based support, and valuable volunteering opportunities, helping young people build confidence, resilience, and a sense of belonging.
 In the past year alone, Krunch South West has worked with over 500 local young people and delivered more than 550 sessions, highlighting both their reach and the meaningful difference they make in the community.
Their base, known as The Pod, is located at Thornbury Skate Park – right next to where our running club meets – and is also open to the wider community a few days a week, offering hot drinks, snacks, and lunches in a welcoming space.
Support from our running club would directly help Krunch South West continue and expand this vital work – funding more youth sessions, keeping trips and activities accessible, maintaining safe spaces like The Pod, and supporting the dedicated youth workers and volunteers who make it all possible.
As one parent shared, Krunch has given their son “a space where he can truly be himself,” helping him build confidence and self-belief through activities like gym sessions and creative projects. They’ve seen him become calmer at home and kinder to others, adding that the support from Krunch “has made all the difference” to their family.
 

The chosen charity will be decided by member vote at the AGM.

❓ Questions: social@thornburyrunningclub.co.uk

We hope to see you there!

3. Weston 5 Mile Prom Run Thursday 21st May and rehydrate afterwards

We’re heading back to the seaside! Mark your calendars for a club trip to Weston-super-Mare for the Weston Prom 5-Mile Race, which will form part of the Pete Mainstone Challenge. Last year was a brilliant evening with almost 40 Thornbury Running Club runners making the trip down the motorway. The club will pay for your entry but you must enter yourself under Thornbury Running Club and claim your entry fee back.

Entries for the May race will open after the April race on 9/4/26, so keep an eye out for further details. We’ll let you know when you can enter. As tradition now dictates… we’ll also be bringing along some well-earned post-race snacks and drinks so we can refuel and rehydrate on the prom.

4. Club 10km Road Race Championships Thursday 4th June 19:30

Race HQ will be at the Sailing Club and this race will also be part of the Pete Mainstone Challengel.  Rehydrate afterwards.  A full list of the 10k’s for the Pete Mainstone Challenge will be announced soon.

5. Pete Mainstone Challenge

Remaining fixtures for the  Pete Mainstone Challenge are as follows:-

  • Thursday 21st May – Weston Prom
  • Thursday 4th June – Club Road Championship Race
  • Monday 8th June – Hogweed Trot
  • Sunday 19th July  – Lightning Bolt 10km (Chippenham)

6. Park Run of the Month

Next Park Runs of the month will be:

  • Now May 23rd Thornbury for the 300th event following one cancellation
  • June 20th Thornbury for a Beginner Course Graduation

We are asking members to nominate the date and location for future park runs of the month. The date can coincide with a special event e.g. birthday or milestone e.g. 100th parkrun. The location should be no more than a 30 minute drive from Thornbury. Please message treasurer@thornburyrunningclub.co.uk with your suggestions. 

7. Cotswold Way Relay – Saturday July 4th

We have entered two teams – a mixed team and a vets team. More info to follow  .Any questions see Jo Plumbley. Team places to be sorted out in the next week or so.

8. Local upcoming races – enter as “Thornbury Running Club”

11/05

News

TRC Weekly Bulletin – w/c 4th May 2026

Thursday Club Night Leaders

7th  May. Walking – Val / 5k – Nigel Hale / 10 min – Liz Baird / 9 min Jo Plumbley / 8 min – Hannah Hamilton / 7 min – Ben Foss

14th  May.  Walking – Val / 5k – Mel Lloyd / 10 min – Arthur Renshaw / 9 min Lizzie Williams / 8 min – Mel Wilson / 7 min – James Mason

Tea Rota

07/05 Sonya Bryson; 14/05 No Tea – AGM; 21/05 No Tea – Weston Prom; 28/05 James Mason TBC; 04/05 No Tea – Club 10K at Sailing Club; 11/05 TBA;  18/05 No Tea – Thornbury 10K

Reminders

  • Thursday 14th May: AGM at Thornbury Cricket Club with Run and Rehydrate with pizzas, vote and announcement of club charity for 2026/27  (see below)
  • Saturday 23rd May – Park Run of the Month at Thornbury for their 300th event
  • Thursday 21st May; Weston Prom Club Run & Rehydrate
  • Thursday 4th June; Club Road Championships
  • Thursday 18th June; Thornbury 10K
  • Saturday 4th July; Cotswold Way Relay
  • Sunday 5th July; Summer Barbecue and CWR Celebration
  • Sunday 20th September; Oldbury 10 Mile Race

Results.

29/04 Westonbirt 10K:

     941       Rebecca Acaster      1:14:50
  1025      John Franksen            1:22:14

Pete Mainstone Challenge:-

Full results and standings after first race now up to date on Pete Mainstone Challenge results page on club website.

Park Run News:-

Paul Saville was 3rd man at Thornbury in 20:30 and Melanie Wilson was 2nd woman in 22:54.

On tour John Franksen (34:56) was at Pontypridd, Rebecca Taylor (30:42) was at Greenwich Peninsula and Nikki Hale (23:40) was in Warrington.

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1. Thornbury 10K Road Race – Thursday 18th June 2026 – Marshall Alert – 10 still needed and a van.

Thanks to all who have signed up to help Marshall the 10k event.  We still need another 10+ people to be able to run the event safely. 

Also we need a new sweep vehicle and driver for this years event. It’s a really key safety role and also for getting the signs packed up from the course afterwards. Is anyone able to help?

I may not be able to guarantee a beautiful evening out in the sunshine (but fingers crossed it will be).  But I can say that we have a great event with friendly runners, lovely club mates to marshal with and a very grateful race director!  Go on – you know you want to!  Here’s the link to the form  – Thornbury 10k Marshalling  

2. AGM & Run & Rehydrate Evening  14th May

Join us for our AGM on Thursday 14th May 2026, combined with a Run & Rehydrate social.

🏃‍♂️ Event Details

Location: Thornbury Cricket Club, The Ship Field, Alveston, BS35 3LG
Times:
Run: 7:00 pm
AGM & charity presentation: 8:00 pm
Food: 8:30 pm

Includes a social run, AGM, charity presentations, pizza, and a drink (members free).
Vegetarian option available (select on form).

👉 Book here (first come, first served):
https://forms.gle/doL2U8joGiQ4UXma6

🎗 Charity of the Year 2026/7

Nominate a charity for TRC to support.

📧 Send nominations to secretary@thornburyrunningclub.co.uk
📅 Deadline: Friday 24th April
(Include brief details and why you’re nominating.)

The chosen charity will be decided at the AGM.

❓ Questions: social@thornburyrunningclub.co.uk

We hope to see you there!

3. Weston 5 Mile Prom Run Thursday 21st May and rehydrate afterwards

We’re heading back to the seaside! Mark your calendars for a club trip to Weston-super-Mare for the Weston Prom 5-Mile Race, which will form part of the Pete Mainstone Challenge. Last year was a brilliant evening with almost 40 Thornbury Running Club runners making the trip down the motorway. The club will pay for your entry but you must enter yourself under Thornbury Running Club and claim your entry fee back.

Entries for the May race will open after the April race on 9/4/26, so keep an eye out for further details. We’ll let you know when you can enter. As tradition now dictates… we’ll also be bringing along some well-earned post-race snacks and drinks so we can refuel and rehydrate on the prom.

4. Club 10km Road Race Championships Thursday 4th June 19:30

Race HQ will be at the Sailing Club and this race will also be part of the Pete Mainstone Challengel.  Rehydrate afterwards.  A full list of the 10k’s for the Pete Mainstone Challenge will be announced soon.

5. Pete Mainstone Challenge

Remaining fixtures for the  Pete Mainstone Challenge are as follows:-

  • Thursday 21st May – Weston Prom
  • Thursday 4th June – Club Road Championship Race
  • Monday 8th June – Hogweed Trot
  • Sunday 19th July  – Lightning Bolt 10km (Chippenham)

6. Park Run of the Month

Next Park Runs of the month will be:

  • Now May 23rd Thornbury for the 300th event following one cancellation
  • June 20th Thornbury for a Beginner Course Graduation

We are asking members to nominate the date and location for future park runs of the month. The date can coincide with a special event e.g. birthday or milestone e.g. 100th parkrun. The location should be no more than a 30 minute drive from Thornbury. Please message treasurer@thornburyrunningclub.co.uk with your suggestions. 

7. Cotswold Way Relay – Saturday July 4th

We have entered two teams – a mixed team and a vets team. More info to follow  .Any questions see Jo Plumbley. Team places to be sorted out in the next week or so.

8. Local upcoming races – enter as “Thornbury Running Club”

04/05

News

TRC Weekly Bulletin – w/c 27th April 2026

Thursday Club Night Leaders

30th  April.  Walking – Val / 5k – Caron Hale / 10 min – Arthur Renshaw / 9 min Ellen Perrett / 8 min – Moray Sloan / 7 min – Nick Williams

7th  April. Walking – Val / 5k – Nigel Hale / 10 min – Liz Baird / 9 min Jo Plumbley / 8 min – Hannah Hamilton / 7 min – Ben Foss

Tea Rota

30/04 TBA ; 07/05 Sonya Bryson

Reminders

  • Thursday 14th May: AGM at Thornbury Cricket Club with Run and Rehydrate with pizzas, vote and announcement of club charity for 2026/27  (see below)
  • Thursday 21st May; Weston Prom Club Run & Rehydrate
  • Thursday 4th June; Club Road Championships
  • Thursday 18th June; Thornbury 10K
  • Saturday 4th July; Cotswold Way Relay
  • Sunday 5th July; Summer Barbecue and CWR Celebration
  • Sunday 20th September; Oldbury 10 Mile Race

Results.

26/04 London Marathon:

      715       Phil Blackburn          2:40:41
      959      Ben Bohane                2:43:40
   6634      Peter Cable                 3:18:28
   7302      Hannah Hamilton    3:21:13
13808      Mel Wilson                  3:43:05
18749      Emily Meese               3:56:40
23636      Andrew Gregory      4:10:44
30406      Claire Hollingdale   4:30:12

26/04 Pete Mainstone Challenge
Trust 10K Trail Run Woodchester Park:

On his Thornbury debut, Ollie Cross was first in for the whole event.

Club positions were as follows:-

1   Ollie Cross                  42:25
2   Nathan Darkin          49:59
3   Moray Sloan               53:11
4   Jo Plumbley                TBC
5   Nick Langridge         54:12
6   Natalie Lazarides    59:06
7  Clare Watt                   59:30
8   Catherine Dack       1:00:39
9   Arthur Renshaw     TBC

Full results as known on Pete Mainstone Challenge results page on website and will be updated when all details available.

19/04 Newport Marathon:

1254     Lizzie Williams     3:51:14

19/04 Frenchay 10K : 

17     Jason Clark                40:58
94     Tom Usherwood     46:56

19/04 Cathedral To Castle 10 Mile Multi Terrain Run:

115     Adrian Wombwell     1:16:45

Park Run News:-

Paul Saville was 3rd at Thornbury in 20:23 and Natalie Bennett was 2nd woman in 24:25.  Ashleigh Davidson was 3rd woman at Berkeley Green in 21:35.

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2. Thornbury 10K Road Race – Thursday 18th June 2026 – Marshall Alert – 30 needed.

Thanks to all who have signed up to help Marshall the 10k event.  We still need over 30 more people to be able to run the event safely.  I may not be able to guarantee a beautiful evening out in the sunshine (but fingers crossed it will be).  But I can say that we have a great event with friendly runners, lovely club mates to marshal with and a very grateful race director!  Go on – you know you want to!  Here’s the link to the form  – Thornbury 10k Marshalling  

4. AGM & Run & Rehydrate Evening  14th May

Join us for our AGM on Thursday 14th May 2026, combined with a Run & Rehydrate social.

🏃‍♂️ Event Details

Location: Thornbury Cricket Club, The Ship Field, Alveston, BS35 3LG
Times:
Run: 7:00 pm
AGM & charity presentation: 8:00 pm
Food: 8:30 pm

Includes a social run, AGM, charity presentations, pizza, and a drink (members free).
Vegetarian option available (select on form).

👉 Book here (first come, first served):
https://forms.gle/doL2U8joGiQ4UXma6

🎗 Charity of the Year 2026/7

Nominate a charity for TRC to support.

📧 Send nominations to secretary@thornburyrunningclub.co.uk
📅 Deadline: Friday 24th April
(Include brief details and why you’re nominating.)

The chosen charity will be decided at the AGM.

❓ Questions: social@thornburyrunningclub.co.uk

We hope to see you there!

5. Club 10km Road Race Championships Thursday 4th June 19:30

Race HQ will be at the Sailing Club and this race will also be part of the Pete Mainstone Challengel.  Rehydrate afterwards.  A full list of the 10k’s for the Pete Mainstone Challenge will be announced soon.

6. Weston 5 Mile Prom Run Thursday 21st May and rehydrate afterwards

We’re heading back to the seaside! Mark your calendars for a club trip to Weston-super-Mare for the Weston Prom 5-Mile Race, which will form part of the Pete Mainstone Challenge. Last year was a brilliant evening with almost 40 Thornbury Running Club runners making the trip down the motorway. The club will pay for your entry but you must enter yourself under Thornbury Running Club and claim your entry fee back.

Entries for the May race will open after the April race on 9/4/26, so keep an eye out for further details. We’ll let you know when you can enter. As tradition now dictates… we’ll also be bringing along some well-earned post-race snacks and drinks so we can refuel and rehydrate on the prom.

7. Pete Mainstone Challenge

The Pete Mainstone Challenge will start soon.  The race schedule for this will include:-

  • Sunday 26th April – Trust 10K Trail Run at Woodchester Park (free run)
  • Thursday 21st May – Weston Prom
  • Thursday 4th June – Club Road Championship Race
  • Monday 8th June – Hogweed Trot
  • Sunday 19th July  – Lightning Bolt 10km (Chippenham)

8. Park Run of the Month

Next Park Runs of the month will be:

  • May 16th Thornbury for the 300th event barring any cancellations
  • June 20th Thornbury for a Beginner Course Graduation

We are asking members to nominate the date and location for future park runs of the month. The date can coincide with a special event e.g. birthday or milestone e.g. 100th parkrun. The location should be no more than a 30 minute drive from Thornbury. Please message treasurer@thornburyrunningclub.co.uk with your suggestions. 

9. Cotswold Way Relay – Saturday July 4th

We have entered two teams – a mixed team and a vets team. More info to follow  .Any questions see Jo Plumbley. Team places to be sorted out in the next week or so.

10. Paris & London Marathons – looking for support

Member Andrew Gregory is running a marathon for the first time in April and to make it more difficult he is running two marathons in two weeks – Paris on 12th April & London on 26rd April. He is fundraising for two charities : CALM and Metal for Good. Please have a look at Andrew’s just giving page: https://www.justgiving.com/page/andrew-hybrid-gregory

11. Local upcoming races – enter as “Thornbury Running Club”

27/04

News

TRC Weekly Bulletin – w/c 20th April 2026

Thursday Club Night Leaders

23rd  April. Walking – Val / 5k – Liz Ball / 10 min – Liz Baird / 9 min Paul Reeves / 8 min – Paul Thomas / 7 min – James Mason

30th  April.  Walking – Val / 5k – Caron Hale / 10 min – Arthur Renshaw / 9 min Ellen Perrett / 8 min – Moray Sloan / 7 min – Nick Williams

Tea Rota

23/04 (Room n/a until 19:00) James Marshall ; 30/04 TBA ; 07/05 Sonya Bryson

Reminders

  • Thursday 23rd April; Room not available until 19:00
  • Sunday 26th April: First Pete Mainstone Challenge race at Woodchester Park
  • Sunday 26th April : London Marathon
  • Thursday 14th May: AGM at Thornbury Cricket Club with Run and Rehydrate with pizzas, vote and announcement of club charity for 2026/27  (see below)
  • Thursday 21st May; Weston Prom Club Run & Rehydrate
  • Thursday 4th June; Club Road Championships
  • Thursday 18th June; Thornbury 10K
  • Saturday 4th July; Cotswold Way Relay
  • Sunday 5th July; Summer Barbecue and CWR Celebration
  • Sunday 20th September; Oldbury 10 Mile Race

Results.

12/04 Tewkesbury Half Marathon:

65     Paul Saville     1:32:02

12/04 Brighton 10K : 

127     Peter Cable     42:34

12/04 Paris Marathon:

30114     Andrew Gregory     4:11:36

Park Run News:-

Peter Cable was 2nd at Thornbury in 19:41 where Andrew Gregory (26:01) also turned out in between international marathons.  Ashleigh Davidson was 2nd woman at Blaise Castle in 22:47

On tour this week were Moray Sloan (22:34) and Mary Hill (40:45) at Warwick Racecourse.  Neil Roff (21:57) was at River Valley just outside Dublin.  Ryan Moon (23:06), back from Zurich, was at Plymouth and Chelsea Carnall (32:32) was at Milford Haven.

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  1. TRC’s Charity of the year 2026/7 Nominations by 24th April

We are asking the Membership to nominate which Charity we  should support for this year 2026/7. Please send your nominations to secretary@thornburyrunningclub.co.uk by Friday 24th April.  All nominations to include brief details of the Charity and why you are nominating them. All nominations will be voted on by the Membership and the winner will be announced at the AGM on 14th May

2. Thornbury 10K Road Race – Thursday 18th June 2026 – Marshall Alert – 30 needed.

Thanks to all who have signed up to help Marshall the 10k event.  We still need over 30 more people to be able to run the event safely.  I may not be able to guarantee a beautiful evening out in the sunshine (but fingers crossed it will be).  But I can say that we have a great event with friendly runners, lovely club mates to marshal with and a very grateful race director!  Go on – you know you want to!  Here’s the link to the form  – Thornbury 10k Marshalling  

3. Introduction to Running Course from Wednesday 22nd April

 Carole says thanks to all who have volunteered to help with Beginners. The Introduction to Running Course is taking place over 8 weeks on Wednesdays from 22nd April to 10th June at 6:45pm from TLC car park. We’ll celebrate your progress with a group parkrun and medal presentation on Saturday 20th June Cost: Just £10 for the full course! Complete the interest form here: [https://forms.gle/qkFAg8FJUyWodL4N8]

Carole says thanks to all who have volunteered to help with Beginners. Any  questions please speak to Carol Mosses carol.mosses@hotmail.co.uk

4. AGM & Run & Rehydrate Evening  14th May

Join us for our AGM on Thursday 14th May 2026, combined with a Run & Rehydrate social.

🏃‍♂️ Event Details

Location: Thornbury Cricket Club, The Ship Field, Alveston, BS35 3LG
Times:
Run: 7:00 pm
AGM & charity presentation: 8:00 pm
Food: 8:30 pm

Includes a social run, AGM, charity presentations, pizza, and a drink (members free).
Vegetarian option available (select on form).

👉 Book here (first come, first served):
https://forms.gle/doL2U8joGiQ4UXma6

🎗 Charity of the Year 2026/7

Nominate a charity for TRC to support.

📧 Send nominations to secretary@thornburyrunningclub.co.uk
📅 Deadline: Friday 24th April
(Include brief details and why you’re nominating.)

The chosen charity will be decided at the AGM.

❓ Questions: social@thornburyrunningclub.co.uk

We hope to see you there!

5. Club 10km Road Race Championships Thursday 4th June 19:30

Race HQ will be at the Sailing Club and this race will also be part of the Pete Mainstone Challengel.  Rehydrate afterwards.  A full list of the 10k’s for the Pete Mainstone Challenge will be announced soon.

6. Weston 5 Mile Prom Run Thursday 21st May and rehydrate afterwards

We’re heading back to the seaside! Mark your calendars for a club trip to Weston-super-Mare for the Weston Prom 5-Mile Race, which will form part of the Pete Mainstone Challenge. Last year was a brilliant evening with almost 40 Thornbury Running Club runners making the trip down the motorway. The club will pay for your entry but you must enter yourself under Thornbury Running Club and claim your entry fee back.

Entries for the May race will open after the April race on 9/4/26, so keep an eye out for further details. We’ll let you know when you can enter. As tradition now dictates… we’ll also be bringing along some well-earned post-race snacks and drinks so we can refuel and rehydrate on the prom.

7. Pete Mainstone Challenge

The Pete Mainstone Challenge will start soon.  The race schedule for this will include:-

  • Sunday 26th April – Trust 10K Trail Run at Woodchester Park (free run)
  • Thursday 21st May – Weston Prom
  • Thursday 4th June – Club Road Championship Race
  • Monday 8th June – Hogweed Trot
  • Sunday 19th July  – Lightning Bolt 10km (Chippenham)

8. Park Run of the Month

Next Park Runs of the month will be:

  • May 16th Thornbury for the 300th event barring any cancellations
  • June 20th Thornbury for a Beginner Course Graduation

We are asking members to nominate the date and location for future park runs of the month. The date can coincide with a special event e.g. birthday or milestone e.g. 100th parkrun. The location should be no more than a 30 minute drive from Thornbury. Please message treasurer@thornburyrunningclub.co.uk with your suggestions. 

9. Cotswold Way Relay – Saturday July 4th

We have entered two teams – a mixed team and a vets team. More info to follow  .Any questions see Jo Plumbley. Team places to be sorted out in the next week or so.

10. Paris & London Marathons – looking for support

Member Andrew Gregory is running a marathon for the first time in April and to make it more difficult he is running two marathons in two weeks – Paris on 12th April & London on 26rd April. He is fundraising for two charities : CALM and Metal for Good. Please have a look at Andrew’s just giving page: https://www.justgiving.com/page/andrew-hybrid-gregory

11. Local upcoming races – enter as “Thornbury Running Club”

20/04

News

TRC Weekly Bulletin – w/c 13th April 2026

Thursday Club Night Leaders

16th  April.  Walking – Val / 5k – Mel Lloyd / 10 min – Arthur Renshaw / 9 min Emily Messe / 8 min – Martyn Green / 7 min – Ben Foss

23rd  April. Walking – Val / 5k – Liz Ball / 10 min – Liz Baird / 9 min Paul Reeves / 8 min – Paul Thomas / 7 min – James Mason

Tea Rota

16/04 Anneka Sutton ; 23/04 (Room n/a until 19:00) James Marshall ; 30/04 TBA ; 07/05 Sonya Bryson

Reminders

  • 18th April – Park Run of the Month at Pomphrey Park
  • Thursday 23rd April; Room not available until 19:00
  • Sunday 26th April : London Marathon
  • Thursday 14th May: AGM at Thornbury Cricket Club with Run and Rehydrate with pizzas, vote and announcement of club charity for 2026/27  (see below)
  • Thursday 21st May; Weston Prom Club Run & Rehydrate
  • Thursday 4th June; Club Road Championships
  • Thursday 18th June; Thornbury 10K
  • Saturday 4th July; Cotswold Way Relay
  • Sunday 5th July; Summer Barbecue and CWR Celebration
  • Sunday 20th September; Oldbury 10 Mile Race

Results.

12/04 Berkeley 10K

42 Marc May 45:59 45:55 chip PB  
64 Nick Langridge 49:12 49:09 chip 2nd MV70  
137 Arthur Renshaw 1:08:20 1:08:04 chip 1st MV75  

12/04 Zurich Half Marathon

1235th Man Ryan Moon 1:42:03  
702nd Woman Darja Konovalova 1:51:56  

05/04 Brabazon Half Marathon : 

32 Marc May 1:47:59    

Park Run News:-

Ashleigh Davidson was first woman at Lydney in 22:31.

A lot of people on tour this week with Catherine Dack (25:36) and Jason Clark (27:29) both turning up at Lowestoft, Jon Hall (25:05) at St. Albans, Paul Reeves (23:29) at Sharpham by Cheddar Reservoir, Jo Plumbley (25:12) at Worthing, Rebecca Acaster (33:31) was at the original Park Run course in Bushy and Peter Cable (20:42) was at Clair in Haywards Heath.

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  1. TRC’s Charity of the year 2026/7 Nominations by 24th April

We are asking the Membership to nominate which Charity we  should support for this year 2026/7. Please send your nominations to secretary@thornburyrunningclub.co.uk by Friday 24th April.  All nominations to include brief details of the Charity and why you are nominating them. All nominations will be voted on by the Membership and the winner will be announced at the AGM on 14th May

2. Thornbury 10K Road Race – Thursday 18th June 2026 – Marshall Alert

The second of the events in the Club race series will be happening on mid-summer’s longest day again.  As ever, we are looking for volunteers to help run the event. We need  about 60  volunteers to run the race safely. Please sign up via this link to the Google form.  Thornbury 10k Marshalling  

3. Introduction to Running Course from Wednesday 22nd April

 Carole says thanks to all who have volunteered to help with Beginners. The Introduction to Running Course is taking place over 8 weeks on Wednesdays from 22nd April to 10th June at 6:45pm from TLC car park. We’ll celebrate your progress with a group parkrun and medal presentation on Saturday 20th June Cost: Just £10 for the full course! Complete the interest form here: [https://forms.gle/qkFAg8FJUyWodL4N8]

Carole says thanks to all who have volunteered to help with Beginners. Any  questions please speak to Carol Mosses carol.mosses@hotmail.co.uk

4. AGM & Run & Rehydrate Evening  14th May

Join us for our AGM on Thursday 14th May 2026, combined with a Run & Rehydrate social.

🏃‍♂️ Event Details

Location: Thornbury Cricket Club, The Ship Field, Alveston, BS35 3LG
Times:
Run: 7:00 pm
AGM & charity presentation: 8:00 pm
Food: 8:30 pm

Includes a social run, AGM, charity presentations, pizza, and a drink (members free).
Vegetarian option available (select on form).

👉 Book here (first come, first served):
https://forms.gle/doL2U8joGiQ4UXma6

🎗 Charity of the Year 2026/7

Nominate a charity for TRC to support.

📧 Send nominations to secretary@thornburyrunningclub.co.uk
📅 Deadline: Friday 24th April
(Include brief details and why you’re nominating.)

The chosen charity will be decided at the AGM.

❓ Questions: social@thornburyrunningclub.co.uk

We hope to see you there!

5. Club 10km Road Race Championships Thursday 4th June 19:30

Race HQ will be at the Sailing Club and this race will also be part of the Pete Mainstone Challengel.  Rehydrate afterwards.  A full list of the 10k’s for the Pete Mainstone Challenge will be announced next week.

6. Weston 5 Mile Prom Run Thursday 21st May and rehydrate afterwards

We’re heading back to the seaside! Mark your calendars for a club trip to Weston-super-Mare for the Weston Prom 5-Mile Race, which will form part of the Pete Mainstone Challenge. Last year was a brilliant evening with almost 40 Thornbury Running Club runners making the trip down the motorway. The club will pay for your entry but you must enter yourself under Thornbury Running Club and claim your entry fee back.

Entries for the May race will open after the April race on 9/4/26, so keep an eye out for further details. We’ll let you know when you can enter. As tradition now dictates… we’ll also be bringing along some well-earned post-race snacks and drinks so we can refuel and rehydrate on the prom.

7. Pete Mainstone Challenge

The Pete Mainstone Challenge will start soon.  The race schedule for this is still to be announced but it will include Weston Prom on 21st May, Club Road Championship Race on 4th June, Hogweed Trot on 8th June, probably a free Trust 10K Trail Run at Woodchester Park and others.

8. Park Run of the Month

Next Park Run of the month will be this Saturday April 18th at Pomphrey Hill for 2 members’ birthdays. Further Park Runs of the Month will be:

  • May 16th Thornbury for the 300th event barring any cancellations
  • June 20th Thornbury for a Beginner Course Graduation

We are asking members to nominate the date and location for future park runs of the month. The date can coincide with a special event e.g. birthday or milestone e.g. 100th parkrun. The location should be no more than a 30 minute drive from Thornbury. Please message treasurer@thornburyrunningclub.co.uk with your suggestions. 

9. Cotswold Way Relay – Saturday July 4th

We have entered two teams – a mixed team and a vets team. More info to follow  .Any questions see Jo Plumbley. Team places to be sorted out in the next week or so.

10. Paris & London Marathons – looking for support

Member Andrew Gregory is running a marathon for the first time in April and to make it more difficult he is running two marathons in two weeks – Paris on 12th April & London on 26rd April. He is fundraising for two charities : CALM and Metal for Good. Please have a look at Andrew’s just giving page: https://www.justgiving.com/page/andrew-hybrid-gregory

11. Local upcoming races – enter as “Thornbury Running Club”

13/04

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TRC Weekly Bulletin – w/c 6th April 2026

Thursday Club Night Leaders

9th  April.  Walking – Val / 5k – Nigel Hale / 10 min – Liz Baird / 9 min Lizzie Williams / 8 min – Mel Wilson / 7 min – Nick Williams

16th  April.  Walking – Val / 5k – Mel Lloyd / 10 min – Arthur Renshaw / 9 min Emily Messe / 8 min – Martyn Green / 7 min – Ben Foss

We are now in British Summer Time but keep on with your head torch & Hi-Viz vest for another few weeks. We will, however, be going more off road as the light improves.

Tea Rota

09/04 Romeo Maddalena; 16/04 Anneka Sutton ; 23/04 (Room n/a until 19:00) James Marshall ; 30/04 TBA ; 07/05 Sonya Bryson

Reminders

  • Thursday 23rd April; Room not available until 19:00
  • Sunday 26th April : London Marathon
  • Thursday 14th May: AGM at Thornbury Cricket Club with Run and Rehydrate with pizzas, vote and announcement of club charity for 2026/27
  • Thursday 21st May; Weston Prom Club Run & Rehydrate
  • Thursday 4th June; Club Road Championships
  • Thursday 18th June; Thornbury 10K
  • Saturday 4th July; Cotswold Way Relay
  • Sunday 5th July; Summer Barbecue and CWR Celebration
  • Sunday 20th September; Oldbury 10 Mile Race

Results.

29/03 Berlin Half Marathon : Michael Wunderle 1:31:03 ; Paul Thomas 1:33:54; Chris Foley 2:01:02

22/03 Prague Half Marathon : Clare Watt 1:54:30; Kevin Cundy 2:25:49 ; Suzy Cundy 2:25:50; Chelsea Carnall 2:32:48

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  1. TRC’s Charity of the year 2026/7

We are asking the Membership to nominate which Charity should we support for this year 2026/7. Please send your nominations to the Secretary by Friday 24th April.    secretary@thornburyrunningclub.com     All nominations to include brief details of the Charity and why you are nominating them. All nominations will be voted on by the Membership and the winner will be announced at the AGM on 14th May.

  1. Thornbury 10K Road Race – Thursday 18th June 2026 – Marshall Alert

The second of the events in the Club race series will be happening on mid-summer’s longest day again.  As ever, we are looking for volunteers to help run the event. We need  about 60  volunteers to run the race safely. Please sign up via this link to the Google form.  Thornbury 10k Marshalling  

3 .  TRC Membership Renewals (Membership Year 01/04/2026 – 31/03/2027)

Thank to everybody who has renewed their Membership for the new year2026/27 Just in case you have forgotten here is the link to the renew Membership form.
https://forms.gle/6upddd93teLxJgcQ7   For your information we have 152 Members going into the new year and this compares to 139 this time last year.

  1. Introduction to Running Course from Wednesday 22nd April

 Carole says thanks to all who have volunteered to help with Beginners. The Introduction to Running Course is taking place over 8 weeks on Wednesdays from 22nd April to 10th June at 6:45pm from TLC car park. We’ll celebrate your progress with a group parkrun and medal presentation on Saturday 20th June Cost: Just £10 for the full course! Complete the interest form here: [https://forms.gle/qkFAg8FJUyWodL4N8]

Carole says thanks to all who have volunteered to help with Beginners. Any  questions please speak to Carol Mosses carol.mosses@hotmail.co.uk

  1. Club 10km Road Race Championships Thursday 4th June 19:30

Race HQ will be at the Sailing Club and this race will also be part of the Pete Mainstone Challengel.  Rehydrate afterwards.  A full list of the 10k’s for the Pete Mainstone Challenge will be announced next week.

  1. Weston 5 Mile Prom Run Thursday 21st May and rehydrate afterwards

We’re heading back to the seaside! Mark your calendars for a club trip to Weston-super-Mare for the Weston Prom 5-Mile Race, which will form part of the Pete Mainstone Challenge. Last year was a brilliant evening with almost 40 Thornbury Running Club runners making the trip down the motorway. The club will pay for your entry but you must enter yourself under Thornbury Running Club and claim your entry fee back.

Entries for the May race will open after the April race on 9/4/26, so keep an eye out for further details. We’ll let you know when you can enter. As tradition now dictates… we’ll also be bringing along some well-earned post-race snacks and drinks so we can refuel and rehydrate on the prom.

  1. Park Run of the Month

Next Park Run of the month will be April 18th at Pomphrey Hill for 2 members’ birthdays. Further Park Runs of the Month will be:

  • May 16th Thornbury for the 300th event barring any cancellations
  • June 20th Thornbury for a Beginner Course Graduation

We are asking members to nominate the date and location for future park runs of the month. The date can coincide with a special event e.g. birthday or milestone e.g. 100th parkrun. The location should be no more than a 30 minute drive from Thornbury. Please message treasurer@thornburyrunningclub.co.uk with your suggestions.  

  1. Cotswold Way Relay – Saturday July 4th

We have entered two teams – a mxed team and a vets team. More info to follow  .Any questions see Jo Plumbley.. Team places to be sorted out in the next week or so.

  1. Paris & London Marathons – looking for support

Member Andrew Gregory is running a marathon for the first time in April and to make it more difficult he is running two marathons in two weeks – Paris on 12th April & London on 26rd April. He is fundraising for two charities : CALM and Metal for Good. Please have a look at Andrew’s just giving page: https://www.justgiving.com/page/andrew-hybrid-gregory

  1. Local upcoming races – enter as “Thornbury Running Club”

05/04

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TRC Weekly Bulletin – w/c 30th March 2026

Thursday Club Night Leaders

2nd April.  Walking – Val / 5k – Caron Hale / 10 min – Arthur Renshaw / 9 min – Jo Plumbley / 8 min – Moray Sloan / 7 min – James Mason

9th  April.  Walking – Val / 5k – Nigel Hale / 10 min – Liz Baird / 9 min Lizzie Williams / 8 min – Mel Wilson / 7 min – Nick Williams

We are now in British Summer Time but keep on with your head torch & Hi-Viz vest for another few weeks.

Tea Rota

02/04 Chris Foley ; 09/04 Romeo Maddalena; 16/04 TBA ; 23/04 (Room n/a until 19:00) James Marshall ; 30/04 TBA ; 07/05 Sonya Bryson

Reminders

  • 31st March last day for Membership renewal. 
  • Thursday 23rd April; Room not available until 19:00
  • Thursday 14th May: AGM at Thornbury Cricket Club with Run and Rehydrate with pizzas, vote and announcement of club charity for 2026/27
  • Thursday 21st May; Weston Prom Club Run & Rehydrate
  • Thursday 4th June; Club Road Championships
  • Thursday 18th June; Thornbury 10K
  • Saturday 4th July; Cotswold Way Relay
  • Sunday 5th July; Summer Barbecue and CWR Celebration
  • Sunday 20th September; Oldbury 10 Mile Race

Results.

23/03 Gloucester Half Marathon : Claire Hollingdale : 2:12:10

22/03 Forest of Dean Trails Half Marathon : Lucie Wilson 1:38:25 ; Moray Sloan 1:44:04 ; Colette Jackson 1:59:40

22/03 Eastleigh 10k : Paul Reeves 51.22

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  1. Thornbury 10K Road Race – Thursday 18th June 2026 – Marshall Alert

The second of the events in the Club race series will be happening on mid-summer’s longest day again.  As ever, we are looking for volunteers to help run the event. We need  about 60  volunteers to run the race safely.

Please sign up via this link to the Google form.  Thornbury 10k Marshalling  

2 . TRC Membership Renewals (Membership Year 01/04/2026 – 31/03/2027)

Membership for the 2026–27 season is now due for renewal. Thank you to everyone who has already renewed. If you have not yet renewed, please ensure you:

  • Complete the 2026–27 membership form by 31st March 2026
  • Make payment by 30th April 2026

If you do not wish to renew your membership, please let us know so we can update our records.

Membership details:
https://www.thornburyrunningclub.co.uk/membership/

Membership form:
https://forms.gle/6upddd93teLxJgcQ7

If you joined between January and March 2026, this renewal does not apply to you — your membership is valid until 31st March 2027.

  1. Introduction to Running Course from Wednesday 22nd April

Carole says thanks to all who have volunteered to help with Beginners.

The Introduction to Running Course is taking place over 8 weeks on Wednesdays from 22nd April to 10th June at 6:45pm from TLC car park. We’ll celebrate your progress with a group parkrun and medal presentation on Saturday 20th June Cost: Just £10 for the full course! Complete the interest form here: [https://forms.gle/qkFAg8FJUyWodL4N8]

Carole says thanks to all who have volunteered to help with Beginners. Any  questions please speak to Carol Mosses carol.mosses@hotmail.co.uk

  1. Club 10km Road Race Championships Thursday 4th June 19:30

Race HQ will be at the Sailing Club and this race will also be part of the Pete Mainstone Challenge.  Rehydrate afterwards.

  1. Weston 5 Mile Prom Run Thursday 21st May and rehydrate afterwards

We’re heading back to the seaside! Mark your calendars for a club trip to Weston-super-Mare for the Weston Prom 5-Mile Race, which will form part of the Pete Mainstone Challenge. Last year was a brilliant evening with almost 40 Thornbury Running Club runners making the trip down the motorway. The club will pay for your entry but you must enter yourself under Thornbury Running Club and claim your entry fee back.

Entries for the May race will open after the April race on 9/4/26, so keep an eye out for further details. We’ll let you know when you can enter.

As tradition now dictates… we’ll also be bringing along some well-earned post-race snacks and drinks so we can refuel and rehydrate on the prom.

  1. Park Run of the Month

Next Park Run of the month will be April 18th at Pomphrey Hill for 2 members’ birthdays. Further Park Runs of the Month will be:

  • May 16th Thornbury for the 300th event barring any cancellations
  • June 20th Thornbury for a Beginner Course Graduation

We are asking members to nominate the date and location for future park runs of the month. The date can coincide with a special event e.g. birthday or milestone e.g. 100th parkrun. The location should be no more than a 30 minute drive from Thornbury. Please message treasurer@thornburyrunningclub.co.uk with your suggestions.  

  1. Cotswold Way Relay – Saturday July 4th

We have entered two teams – a mxed team and a vets team. More info to follow  .Any questions see Jo Plumbley..

  1. Club Discounts

Sports Shoes – The club have negotiated a 15% discount off in season products with  SportsShoes.com. To obtain the code, which changes monthly, please complete this form.  (It’s still cheaper to go to their sales/outlet area 40 – 60% off)

Endurance Life Events 10% offYour new code: TRC850Using the club’s discount code is simple- Choose an event in the normal way: https://www.endurancelife.com – On the Basket / Checkout page click the text “Apply a gift voucher or discount code” and enter your discount code.

Bimble and Bolt 10% off (women’s running clothes)

https://bimbleandbolt.com/pages/running-club-sign-up  just compete the form and enter Thornbury running club as your club

  1. Local upcoming races – enter as “Thornbury Running Club”

30/03

 

 

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TRC Weekly Bulletin – w/c 23rd March 2026

Thursday Club Night Leaders

26th March  Walking – Val / 5k –  (apologies I have lost this weeks Leaders List!!. Hope you all know if you are down to lead!)

2nd April.  Walking – Val / 5k – Caron Hale / 10 min – Arthur Renshaw / 9 min – Jo Plumbley / 8 min – Moray Sloan / 7 min – James Mason

For your safety and those around you it is essential that you have a head torch & Hi-Viz vest when running with the club after sunset. 

Tea Rota

26/03 (Room n/a until 19:00) Caron Hale ; 02/04 Chris Foley ; 09/04 Romeo Maddalena; 16/04 TBA ; 23/04 (Room n/a until 19:00) James Marshall ; 30/04 TBA ; 07/05 Sonya Bryson

Reminders

  • 31st March last day for Membership renewal. Please do it before then.
  • Thursday 23rd April; Room not available until 19:00
  • Thursday 14th May: AGM at Thornbury Cricket Club with Run and Rehydrate with pizzas, vote and announcement of club charity for 2026/27
  • Thursday 21st May; Weston Prom Club Run & Rehydrate
  • Thursday 4th June; Club Road Championships
  • Thursday 18th June; Thornbury 10K
  • Saturday 4th July; Cotswold Way Relay
  • Sunday 5th July; Summer Barbecue and CWR Celebration
  • Sunday 20th September; Oldbury 10 Mile Race

Results.

23/03 Gloucester Half Marathon

Phil Blackburn 1:10:55
Tom Usherwood 1:41:09
Antonia Hann 1:58:38
Liz Baird 2:12:10

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  1. Thornbury 10K Road Race – Thursday 18th June 2026 – Marshall Alert

The second of the events in the Club race series will be happening on mid-summer’s longest day again.  As ever, we are looking for volunteers to help run the event. We need  about 60  volunteers to run the race safely. Please sign up via this link to the Google form.  Thornbury 10k Marshalling  

2 . TRC Membership Renewals (Membership Year 01/04/2026 – 31/03/2027)

Membership for the 2026–27 season is now due for renewal. Thank you to everyone who has already renewed. If you have not yet renewed, please ensure you:

  • Complete the 2026–27 membership form by 31st March 2026
  • Make payment by 30th April 2026

If you do not wish to renew your membership, please let us know so we can update our records.

Membership details:
https://www.thornburyrunningclub.co.uk/membership/

Membership form:
https://forms.gle/6upddd93teLxJgcQ7

If you joined between January and March 2026, this renewal does not apply to you — your membership is valid until 31st March 2027.

  1. Introduction to Running Course from Wednesday 22nd April

Please spread this news with anyone who you think might want to join the Beginner’s Course.  The Introduction to Running Course has been a great way for the Club to support people who are keen to start running, promote running in the local community and attract new members. The Introduction to Running Course is taking place over 8 weeks on Wednesdays from 22nd April to 10th June at 6:45pm from TLC car park. We’ll celebrate your progress with a group parkrun and medal presentation on Saturday 20th June Cost: Just £10 for the full course! Complete the interest form here: [https://forms.gle/qkFAg8FJUyWodL4N8]

If you want to be a Beginner’s Champion:

If you are able to support the next course on 2 or 3 evenings that would be great. We need 2 or 3 people each week.  Please fill in this form so that I can put together the rota. Without your help it is not possible to run the course. Participants are always very grateful for the support (as am I!)  https://forms.gle/Wv9sawnMM9R5Eok16

Any questions please speak to Carol Mosses carol.mosses@hotmail.co.uk

  1. Club 10km Road Race Championships Thursday 4th June 19:30

Race HQ will be at the Sailing Club and this race will also be part of the Pete Mainstone Challenge.  Rehydrate afterwards.

  1. Weston 5 Mile Prom Run Thursday 21st May and rehydrate afterwards

We’re heading back to the seaside! Mark your calendars for a club trip to Weston-super-Mare for the Weston Prom 5-Mile Race, which will form part of the Pete Mainstone Challenge. Last year was a brilliant evening with almost 40 Thornbury Running Club runners making the trip down the motorway. The club will pay for your entry but you must enter yourself under Thornbury Running Club and claim your entry fee back.

Entries for the May race will open after the April race on 9/4/26, so keep an eye out for further details. We’ll let you know when you can enter.

As tradition now dictates… we’ll also be bringing along some well-earned post-race snacks and drinks so we can refuel and rehydrate on the prom.

  1. Park Run of the Month

Next Park Runs of the Month

  • April 18th at Pomphrey Hill for 2 members’ birthdays,
  • May 16th Thornbury for the 300th event barring any cancellations
  • June 20th Thornbury for a Beginner Course Graduation

We are asking members to nominate the date and location for future park runs of the month. The date can coincide with a special event e.g. birthday or milestone e.g. 100th parkrun. The location should be no more than a 30 minute drive from Thornbury. Please message treasurer@thornburyrunningclub.co.uk with your suggestions.  

  1. Club Discounts

Sports Shoes – The club have negotiated a 15% discount off in season products with  SportsShoes.com. To obtain the code, which changes monthly, please complete this form.  (It’s still cheaper to go to their sales/outlet area 40 – 60% off)

Endurance Life Events 10% offYour new code: TRC850Using the club’s discount code is simple- Choose an event in the normal way: https://www.endurancelife.com – On the Basket / Checkout page click the text “Apply a gift voucher or discount code” and enter your discount code.

Bimble and Bolt 10% off (women’s running clothes)

https://bimbleandbolt.com/pages/running-club-sign-up  just compete the form and enter Thornbury running club as your club

  1. Local upcoming races – enter as “Thornbury Running Club”

23/03

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Cotswold Way Relay 2026 – please enter today if you want to be included

Cotswold Way Relay 2026 – Saturday 4th July 

Deadline for entries is Tuesday 24th March

The Cotswold Way Relay is a 10 stage relay race covering all 103 miles of the Cotswold Way from Chipping Campden to Bath Abbey. This is event is organised by Team Bath and has a limit of 100 teams. 

The event is very popular with TRC members and for 2026 we intend to enter 2 teams, possibly 3 if demand is strong i.e. you fill in this form now.

If we become oversubscribed, we will work on a first come first served basis, subject to the requirements of each team entered. A vets team must all be aged 40+ and a mixed team must contain at least 4 women.  Save the date and if you wish to run, or be a reserve or can help with on the day marshalling then please sign up here!  If you have any questions please see Jo Plumbley & Melanie Wilson who are organising the event this year. 

Please complete this form now https://forms.gle/Za1kNnF7oaCTJ9UR6 as the deadline for entering team choices is this Tuesday.

News

TRC Weekly Bulletin – w/c 16th March 2026

TRC Weekly Bulletin – w/c 16th March 2026

Thursday Club Night Leaders 

19th March.  Walking – Val / 5k –Nigel Hale/ 10 min –Claire Hollingdale/ 9 min – Jo Plumbley/ 8 min – Mel Wilson/ 7 min – Peter Cable

12th March.  Walking – Val / 5k –Liz Ball/ 10 min – Arthur Renshaw/ 9 min –Emily Messe/ 8 min – Hannah Hamilton/ 7 min – Ben Bohane

Runner Safety – For your safety and those around you it is essential that you have a head torch & hi-viz vest when running with the club after sunset.  

Tea Rota 

19/03 Richard Straw; 26/03 (Room n/a until 19:00)TBA; 02/04 Chris Foley; 09/04 Romeo Maddalena; 16/04 TBA; 23/04 (Room n/a until 19:00) James Marshall

Thornbury 10K Road Race – Thursday 18th June 2026 – Marshall Alert
 
The second of the events in the Club race series will be happening on mid-summer’s longest day again.  As ever, we are looking for volunteers to help run the event. We need  about 60  volunteers to run the race safely. 
 
Please sign up via this link to the Google form.  Thornbury 10k Marshalling   
 
If you haven’t marshalled before, we can train you up/ pair you up a more experienced volunteer.  Looking forward to seeing you all on race day!
 
Thanks,   Colette 
 

Results:

15/03 Weymouth Half Marathon

57 Jason Clark 1:30:51  

15/03 Bath Half Marathon

141 Phil Blackburn 1:16:54  
1250 Michael Wunderle 1:33:39  
2014 Zoe Rimmer 1:39:39  
2252 Josh Skinner 1:41:05  
3157 Steve Allen 1:46:15  
3379 Lee Harding 1:47:28  

Park Run News 28/02:  

Peter Cable was second at Thornbury in 21:39 and Laura Orna was second woman at Thornbury in 24:32.

Seven members turned out for Park Run of the Month at Kingsway to celebrate Paul Saville’s birthday but Paul wasn’t among them.  Where was he for his special occasion?

Reminders:-  

  • 31st March last day for Membership renewal.  Do it before then.
  • Thursday 23rd April; Room not available until 19:00
  • Thursday 14th May: AGM at Thornbury Cricket Club with Run and Rehydrate with pizzas, vote and announcement of club charity for 2026/27
  • Thursday 21st May;  Weston Prom Club Run & Rehydrate
  • Thursday 4th June; Club Road Championships
  • Thursday 18th June;  Thornbury 10K
  • Saturday 4th July;  Cotswold Way Relay
  • Sunday 5th July;  Summer Barbecue and CWR Celebration
  • Sunday 20th September;  Oldbury 10 Mile Race
1. TRC Membership Renewals (Membership Year 01/04/2026 – 31/03/2027)
Membership for the 2026–27 season is now due for renewal. Thank you to everyone who has already renewed.
 
If you have not yet renewed, please ensure you:
  • Complete the 2026–27 membership form by 31st March 2026
  • Make payment by 30th April 2026
You are welcome to make an online payment in advance and set the payment date to 1st April 2026 (or another suitable date in April) if that is more convenient.
 
 
If you joined between January and March 2026, this renewal does not apply to you — your membership is valid until 31st March 2027.
If you do not wish to renew your membership, please let us know so we can update our records.
 

If you have any questions, please contact:
membership@thornburyrunningclub.co.uk
Treasurer@thornburyrunningclub.co.uk

Thank you for your continued support.
 
2. Introduction to Running Course from 22nd April
 

The Introduction to Running Course has been a great way for the Club to support people who are keen to start running, promote running in the local community and attract new members. We need your help please. The next Introduction to Running Course is taking place over 8 weeks on Wednesdays from 22nd April to 10th June at 6:45pm from TLC car park. If you are able to support the next course on 2 or 3 evenings that would be great. We need 2 or 3 people each week.  

Any questions please contact: Carol Mosses beginners@thornburyrunningclub.co.uk.  

If you want to be a Beginner’s Champion: 

Please fill in this form so that I can put together the rota. Without your help it is not possible to run the course. Participants are always very grateful for the support (as am I!) 

https://forms.gle/Wv9sawnMM9R5Eok16 

Please spread this news with anyone who you think might want to join the Beginner’s Course: 
Introductory Running Course – April 2026
Are you new to running or looking to get back into it? Join our friendly local club for an 8-week “Introduction to Running” course, designed for beginners, improvers, and competitors alike!
Course Dates:
Starts Wednesday 22nd April at 6:45pm
Runs weekly until Wednesday 10th June
Meeting Point: Top of Thornbury Leisure Centre car park
We’ll celebrate your progress with a group parkrun and medal presentation on Saturday 20th June
Cost: Just £10 for the full course!
Interested?
Complete the interest form here: [https://forms.gle/qkFAg8FJUyWodL4N8]
More info:
We’d love to welcome you—come run with us!
 
3. Club Road Race Championships 04/06
 
These will be held at the Sailing Club and be part of the Pete Mainstone Challenge as well.
 
Rehydrate afterwards.
 
4. Weston Prom Run 21/05
 
SAVE THE DATE – Club Run & Rehydrate at Weston on 21/5/26!
We’re heading back to the seaside!
Wednesday 21st May – mark your calendars for a club trip to Weston-super-Mare for the Weston Prom 5-Mile Race, which will form part of the Pete Mainstone Challenge.
Last year was a brilliant evening with almost 40 Thornbury Running Club runners making the trip down the motorway.
💚 The club will pay for your entry
👉 You must enter as a Thornbury Running Club runner
Entries for the May race will open after the April race on 9/4/26, so keep an eye out for further details. We’ll let you know when you can enter.
As tradition now dictates… we’ll also be bringing along some well-earned post-race snacks and drinks so we can refuel and rehydrate on the prom.
 

5. Park Run of the Month

Next Park Run of the month will be April 18th  at Pomphrey Hill for 2 members’ birthdays

Further Park Runs of the Month will be:

May 16th Thornbury for the 300th event barring any cancellations

June 20th Thornbury for a Beginner Course Graduation

We are asking members to nominate the date and location for future park runs of the month. The date can coincide with a special event e.g. birthday or milestone e.g. 100th parkrun. The location should be no more than a 30 minute drive from Thornbury. 

Please message treasurer@thornburyrunningclub.co.uk with your suggestions.   

6. Club Discounts

Sports Shoes – The club have negotiated a 15% discount off in season products with  SportsShoes.com. To obtain the code, which changes monthly, please complete this form.  (It’s still cheaper to go to their sales/outlet area 40 – 60% off)

Endurance Life Events 10% off

Your new code: TRC850
Using the club’s discount code is simple- Choose an event in the normal way: https://www.endurancelife.com – On the Basket / Checkout page click the text “Apply a gift voucher or discount code” and enter your discount code.
This code can be shared to anyone in the club but please do not post it on any publicly viewable webpage

Bimble and Bolt 10% off (women’s running clothes)
https://bimbleandbolt.com/pages/running-club-sign-up  just compete the form and enter Thornbury running club as your club
 

7. Local upcoming races –   enter as “Thornbury Running Club”   

16/03

For runners of all standards