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Be part of a cross-country and road running club with over 140 years of heritage

Membership BENEFITS

  • Twice-weekly coached training sessions throughout the year

  • Free* piece of club kit for new members (standard race singlet or t-shirt).

  • Registration with England Athletics (EA), offering discounts and other benefits.

  • Free entry to internal club events; including 6 handicap competitions, 4 historic inter-club mob matches annually, plus a club league to compete for historic trophies.

  • Free entry into races to represent our club, including national cross-country leagues, the Surrey League, road relays etc.

  • Dedicated clubhouse & facilities

  • Regular social events throughout the year.

* subject to additional joining fee

Membership Types

We offer a range of membership to suit everyone.

  • Senior Member (30+) · £75

  • Family Membership (30+ & children U18) · £140

  • Single Family (30+ & children U18) · £75

  • Second Claim · £30

  • Under 30 · £20

  • Non-running member · £10

HOW TO JOIN

  • Memberships are paid annually from 1st April, and covers up to 31st March of the following year. Where EA registration is included, please note that this can take several weeks to complete.

  • To apply, please send us a membership request. We will be in touch to confirm your details and payment information.

  • Before making any commitment to join, you’re welcome to join us for a free taster session on one of our training nights.

  • We are launching a digital membership platform soon, where you will be able to register, pay for membership and much more.

When And How TO Pay

  • Existing member renewal:
    Please pay your membership fee between mid-February and mid-March, so we can renew your registration with England Athletics prior to the start of April. Should you have any queries regarding renewing your membership, please email the Membership Secretary

  • New members:
    If you're new and want to join, please fill out the application form first. We'll contact you about payment after we've received it.

  • Note about payment methods:
    We are hoping to move membership payments to an online system later this year, but for 2025 please pay by bank transfer, standing order or cheque.

  • Please make online payments using the account details below:

    • Beneficiary Bank: HSBC

    • Sort code: 40-23-29

    • Account Number: 81109847

    • Account Name: Ranelagh Harriers

    You're welcome to set up a standing order for your membership. However, please be aware that we might need you to update those details when we switch to a new online system in the future.

  • Please make your cheque payable to Ranelagh Harriers and send it, together with a note containing your full name to:

    The Membership Secretary,
    Ranelagh Harriers,
    135a Petersham Road,
    Richmond,
    Surrey TW10 7AA

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