Halves all round
Halves all round
Please see this week’s update for Kent AC members – 23/03/25–
KENT AC NEWS BULLETIN
23 March 2025
Spring is officially upon us, which means summer track socials are just round the corner…
But first, let’s recap on the results this weekend.
Amy Clements ran the 4th fastest parkrun among women in the UK this weekend, clocking 17:21 at Charlton.
Narciso Guerrero travelled to Malaga, completing the half marathon in 1:46:11.
He means business
Meanwhile in Chianti, Gian Valentini took on 6375 ft of climbing in a 50k Ultra, crossing the line in 5:29:00.
Back in the UK, we had Kent runners out at various races across the country today.
Reading Half
Ben Clarke – 69:38
Simon Vaisey – 72:00
Che Compton – 74:30
Fergus Johnson – 78:12
Wilmslow Half
John Gilbert – 65:21
Jo Mott – 1:47
Brentwood Half
Tom Heslop – 75:30
Forest of Dean Spring Trail Half
Lee Davies – 84:09
Susanna Davies – 1:46:57
Wymondham 20 Miler
Sam Taylor – 2:13:38
Thames Riverside 20
Nesrin Sabanci – 2:23:48
Andy Wright – 2:31:01
Khawaja Shahabuddin – 3:20:18
It is that time of year already… a reminder that if you renew your membership before 31st March, you will benefit from savings as the fee will increase from 1st April.
Feeling lucky? The bonus ball draw is a rollover this month so there is £500 to be won. The cost of entry is £6 per month. For more information, email here.
Warmer weather means time for more socialising and even better, running whilst doing so! We’ve got plenty of great club races coming up starting with the road relays and then the first assembly league of the year on the 3rd April.
Read on to make a note of all the dates in your diary.
England Athletics recommend that clubs should have both male and female welfare officers, we are looking for an additional welfare officer to work alongside the existing team, led by Sarah Young. The welfare officer role involves taking a lead for safeguarding children and adults at risk (though this is everybody’s responsibility), helping to develop policy and occasionally dealing with concerns. We also have an interest in promoting athletes’ well being more broadly, such as encouraging an understanding of mental health issues.
The role would suit somebody with a children’s services background in education, health or social care though this is not essential. It is a great opportunity to make a difference and also looks good on your CV. Training in the role is offered by England Athletics. If you might interested or would like to find out more please let us know at .
The plan is to meet at the track at 7pm, organise ourselves into two or three pace groups depending on numbers, then run 7k, after which there’s an option for drinks at the Catford Bridge Tavern. It’s not planned as a coached session, so there’ll be an element of self organisation. All are welcome.
Bear in mind that the track is not open for bag storage or use of toilets on a Wednesday, so, participants will have to come ready to run.
A fantastic opportunity to race and socialise across all groups!
Please only register if you’re sure you can attend either event.
Sign up here.
(please note that the dates marked tbc are provisional)
March
30 – 12/6 Stage Southern Road Relay Championships – Milton Keynes
April
3 – Assembly League – Beckenham Place Park
9 – Kent AC social run takeover
12 – 12/6 National Road Relays – Sutton Coldfield
26 – KYAL – Ashford
27 – London Marathon
May
1 – Assembly League – Victoria Park
10 – Ladywell 10000/100
17 – SAL – Dartford
18 – KYAL – Norman Park (Bromley)
21 – Beckenham Relays – Beckenham Place Park
29 – (tbc) Early summer meet
June
5 – Assembly League – Crystal Palace Park
18 – Dulwich Relays – Dulwich Park
22 – SAL – Woodford Green
July
3 – Assembly League – Sutcliffe Park
5 – KYAL – Medway Park
13 – SAL – Eltham
26 – (tbc) Ron Hale Open
August
7 – Assembly League – Victoria Park
16 – KYAL – Dartford
30 – SAL – Basildon
September
4 – Assembly League – Beckenham Place Park
7 – Big Half – London
11 – (tbc) Late Summer Meet
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Buy your track pass here.
The usual track times are:
Tuesday 17:30 – 20:45
Thursday 18:00 – 20:30
Sunday 09:00 – 11:30
Please note that individuals are permitted to do their own sessions during club opening times, but coached group sessions continue to take priority.
Track Pass – Juniors
Please purchase your £6.50 junior monthly track pass in advance here. When purchasing the track pass can parents/guardians please enter the athlete’s name when completing the transaction.
Please see a helpful FAQs guide here
The Alex Yee Arena has opening hours dedicated to the public. While during these times the Kent AC track pass is not valid, members can pay for an individual session.
Session times are:
Monday: 07:00 -15:00
Tuesday – Thursday: 1300 -1700
Friday: 07:00 – 15:00
Saturday – Sunday: 09:00-15:00
Price:
Adult resident: £2.70
Adult non resident: £3.00
Junior (U16): £1.30
The Kent AC track pass continues to be required for training on Tues/Thurs evenings and Sunday mornings.
Track staff have encouraged people to double check the opening hours before their training session, as they may occasionally be closed for school sport days and football friendlies. Hours can be checked here. This will likely suit members who can’t make training sessions but would like to train in the morning/lunchtime/evening.
Pay as you go fees can either be paid via cash to the desk or using the Better app (note: staff are working to add the sessions to the app).
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