April Notices
Howdy Ranelights.
April is here - and it’s a busy one…
First up is the Baker Cup Handicap on 18 April, free for all members but please sign up by 15 April. Details & entry @ https://ranelagh-harriers.co.uk/news/baker-2026
Meanwhile, the Surrey Road League continues with more opportunities to race, score points and represent the club as the season builds; including our own races - the Ranelagh Half and Ranelagh 10K - coming up fast. Followed by the Sunset Sprint 3k not long after.
We need everyone’s help to make these events a success, so if you haven’t signed up to volunteer yet, now’s the time @ https://forms.gle/DodAoSXJtZFngnm89
April is also marathon month so a huge shout out to everyone heading towards the start line, wherever that is. The miles are in - now it’s about enjoying it and seeing it through. We’ll be right behind you.
And when it’s all done, please join us for the Medal Sunday Club Social celebration at the Fox & Duck on 26 April from 7pm. Bring your medals from any half or marathon this spring, and raise a glass with our London Marathon finishers. This is in lieu of our usual Sunday Coffee Club, which will start again at the end of May.
Finally, April marks the start of the new financial year, which means club subscriptions (& England Athletics renewals) are due. Details on fees and payment options can be found @ https://ranelagh-harriers.co.uk/join-info
PRIORITY dates
FIXTURES
▪️Sat 18 Apr Baker Cup 3 mile handicap. 2.30pm Richmond Park. Sign up by 15 April @ https://forms.gle/62gZC4LbC9LkrtHB6
▪️Sun 10 May Ranelagh Half Marathon. 8.30am Ham, Richmond & Kingston. Sign up here >
▪️Sun 21 June Ranelagh 10K. 9am Ham & Teddington Lock. Sign up here >
▪️Fri 3 July Sunset Sprint 3K. 6pm Ham Avenues. Sign up here >
SOCIALS
▪️Tue 21 Apr: Information evening about our club’s future plans. From 8pm at the clubhouse. All welcome.
▪️Sun 26 Apr: Medal Sunday Club Social 7pm @ Fox & Duck. Celebrate Ranelagh’s spring marathon achievements with our London Marathon finishers! All welcome.
REMINDERS
▪️Volunteer: Please sign up @ https://forms.gle/DodAoSXJtZFngnm89
▪️10 May Ranelagh Half
▪️21 June Ranelagh 10K
▪️3 July Sunset Sprint
▪️London Marathon: If you're running this year, we'd love to share your journey on social media to inspire our members. Please fill in this short form @ https://forms.gle/uJfKM6RZuQ5RCd1e8
COMING UP
FIXTURES
▪️Sat 18 Apr Baker Cup Handicap @ Richmond Park
▪️Sun 19 Apr Sutton 10K @ Nonsuch Park (Surrey Road League #3)
▪️Sun 26 Apr London Marathon
▪️Wed 6 May Wimbledon Trail Series 1 @ Wimbledon Common
▪️Sun 10 May Ranelagh Half @ Richmond / Kingston / Ham
For entries and full details, head to https://ranelagh-harriers.co.uk/fixtures ⬅️
SOcial / community
▪️12 May - 7 July: Our ladies-only couch-to-5k running course. Perfect for beginners wishing to confidently run 5 km at their own pace. Details & signup @ https://ranelagh-harriers.co.uk/news/beginners-2026
▪️Tues 7 July: SAVE THE DATE. Ranelagh Harriers Annual General Meeting @ the clubhouse. Details, agenda and docs to follow.
Volunteer appeal
We need your help to make our events happen.
The Ranelagh Half, Ranelagh 10K (and soon the Sunset Sprint) are some of the highlights of our running calendar - and they only happen because of you. If you’ve already volunteered - thank you. It makes a huge difference.
If you haven’t yet, now’s the moment to step up.
From marshalling on the course to helping at registration or creating that finish-line buzz, every role matters. It’s what turns a well-run race into a great one; full of energy, support and that unmistakable Ranelagh atmosphere.
No experience needed - just a bit of your time and a willingness to get involved. We also have roles for those who are running. If you’re new to volunteering, this is the perfect time to start.
Whether it’s your first time or your tenth, you’ll be part of something special.
Please sign up @ https://forms.gle/DodAoSXJtZFngnm89 or click the button below
Surrey road League
Two fixtures done. Next up, the Sutton 10K on 19 April.
After that it’s our key home fixtures — the Ranelagh Half on 10 May, the Ranelagh 10K on 21 June and the Sunset Spring 3k on 3 July. Must do dates to keep the momentum going.
Enter the Ranelagh Half (10 May) >
Enter the Ranelagh 10K (21 June) >
Enter the Sunset Sprint 3K (3 July) >
It’s shaping up to be another competitive season, with eight races and your best four results counting. With three women and four open runners scoring, every position contributes. So every run, and every runner, matters.
Read more about how the Surrey Road League works here >
Women, as voted by you, we’re targetting the Ranelagh 10k for a mass turnout. Any questions, please contact your Captain or Vice-Captains.
Men can join the Men's Surrey Road League 2026 group via WhatsApp Community or contact Vice-Captain Gareth H. for any questions or details.
Join the squad as we chase the title together!
Performance RoundUp
▪️Latest roundup of the Women’s achievements @ The Blue Wave >
▪️Latest roundup of the Men’s achievements @ The Blue & Amber >
Saturday 28 March | Kew 10K
Ranelagh delivered a strong all-round team performance, with impressive results at the front and great depth throughout the field.
Leading the way was Matt Hirschler, finishing 12th overall (34:39) and 3rd V35, closely followed by Gareth Hopkins in 13th (1st V40) and Ted Mockett in 14th (3rd V45) — a superb front pack putting Ranelagh firmly in the mix.
There was excellent support behind, with Nicholas Twomey (26th), Samuel Davies (31st), Andy Starr (33rd, 2nd V50) and Graham Weller (36th, 3rd V50) all finishing strongly, alongside solid runs from Edward Forbes and Shaun Griffith.
Further down the field, strong efforts came from Neil Rae, Alexander Waldmann and Robert Wise (5th V65), while Margie Harrison, Candice Goddard, Wendy Fisher, Katrina Roche and Penny Merrett ensured great representation across the women’s field.
Shout out too to Martin Nance, who flew the club flag for the half marathon, finishing in 2:13:25 (13th V65).
club Subs are due
Please renew your membership subs for 2026/2027
Kindly make your payments as soon as possible using the account details below:
Beneficiary Bank: HSBC
Sort code: 40-23-29
Account Number: 81109847
Account Name: Ranelagh Harriers
For any other methods of payment, please go to www.ranelagh-harriers.co.uk/join-info
Where applicable, your payment includes registration with England Athletics, which will allow you to represent our club in official races. You will also receive a £2 discount on most other race entries, plus other benefits and discounts as offered by England Athletics.
Once you have paid your subs, we will register you with them. NOTE: By paying your subs you agree go to the England Athletics site, to accept and abide by the relevant codes of conduct relating to your role(s) within the club.
For all membership queries, please email the Membership Secretary
Medal Sunday Club Social
The Fox & Duck | Sunday 26 April @ 7pm
All are welcome to join in as we come together to toast our spring marathon runners - including our London Marathon finishers. If you’ve run a marathon or a half this spring, bring your medal along so we can celebrate together.
And if you haven’t - come anyway! Bring a medal, bring your cheers, and help make it a great night for the whole club.
We’ll have space reserved for 30+ with drinks and a special food menu. A food pre-order form will be shared soon, with payment on the night. FYI you can also order on the night — just arrive before 8pm.
Come along, raise a glass, and celebrate some incredible achievements together.
Our Next 10 Years
Tuesday 21st April | Clubhouse | From 8pm
Following approval at the 2025 AGM, work has been underway to explore a new committee structure and the potential move to a CIO (Charitable Incorporated Organisation). The Constitution Committee has been carefully reviewing the options to make sure we get this right for the club.
Ahead of our meeting on 21 April, we’re sharing pre-reading materials outlining our vision for Ranelagh, the proposed transition to CIO status, and a new Constitution, along with FAQs to support understanding.
The evening itself will offer an opportunity to hear more, ask questions and be part of the conversation = including a look ahead to plans for the clubhouse.
We encourage all members to join us on the night. Refreshments will be provided, with training to start at 6.30pm, to allow ample time for the meeting to start at 8pm.
▪️RanelaghHarriers.MembersBriefingPaper.DraftV2.010426.pdf >
▪️RanelaghHarriers.CIOFAQs.020426.pdf >
Training
Woo hoo - the days are getting longer and although we’re starting our sessions in light, it’s dark when we end. So please continue wearing appropriate clothing - hi-vis/reflective, warm clothing — not just during training, but also when travelling to and from the clubhouse or track.
Plus don’t forget your lights or head/chest torches. Staying visible is key to staying safe.
For Tuesdays’ sessions, please meet at our clubhouse for 7pm. Find the latest training schedules here >
For Thursdays’ track, please meet at Osterley track for 7.30pm. Find the latest training schedules here >
Notices
Club
1️⃣ OFFER: Women’s Vice-Captain Suzy Whatmough is offering sports and clinical massage appointments on Saturdays at The Maris Practice in Twickenham, with an introductory £15 off until end April and special Ranelagh member discounts from May. Please contact her via WhatsApp Community.
2️⃣ DISCOUNT: 10% on any purchase at member Dominic Marchant’s company www.RunRiotWear.com. See General Club Chat group on WhatsApp Community for the code or contact Dominic directly.
3️⃣ KIT: If you’ve ordered kit, please message our Kit Secretary Agnes Nagy via WhatsApp Community to arrange collection.
4️⃣ SHARE: Your running related celebrations & achievements in our ‘General Club Chat’ group. We love seeing what you get up to!
Community
1️⃣ SIGN UP: RUN STRONG at St Mary’s University from Thursday 16 April @ 8pm. 6-week strength & conditioning course, designed to improve performance, prevent injuries and help you be a more efficient runner. Last few places left. Sign up @ https://evision.stmarys.ac.uk/urd/sits.urd/run/siw_ipp_lgn.login?process=siw_ipp_boo&code1=PSC0090&code2=0001
2️⃣ RACE: THAMES TOWPATH 10 Sunday 12 April @ 8.30am. Everyone’s favourite fast, flat and scenic 10-mile Thames-side route. Entries @ https://www.west4harriers.com/thames-towpath-10-mile-2026/
3️⃣ RACE: DORKING TENS (10 MILE) Sunday 7 June @ 9am Dorking. Scenic countryside road race, now in its 40th year. £28 UK / £26 Non. Details @ https://www.dmvac.org/dorking-tens/
4️⃣ RACE: EPSOM ODDBALLS 2000 PERCH 10K Friday 26 June @ 7pm Epsom Downs. Fully chip-timed, EA licenced 10K summer trail race. £22 early bird until 30 April (or first 300 runners). Enter @ https://register.enthuse.com/ps/event/EpsomOddballs2000Perch2026
5️⃣ RACE: SheRACES TRAIL SERIES Sunday 5 July @ Denbies. 50, 25 & 10K distances, women only, no cut-offs, perfect for beginners and experts alike. All proceeds towards supporting SheRACES’ mission. Find out more @ https://www.sheracestrailseries.com/
