From the Chair: Winter track plan, team updates, XC, and Christmas tickets!
Catch up on the latest FRC news with Rick! We’ve got your Winter Track & Social Plan, an ExCo update welcoming Josh & recruiting for our next Teams Manager, XC fixtures (sign-ups live!), and Xmas Party tickets on sale now! Don't forget to Be a Bright Bandit out on the roads. Read the full update below!
Hi all, Rick here with an update from the ExCo and all things Fulham Running Club!
As we officially move into the darker months, it's time to break out the reflective gear and head torches. A quick reminder to "Be a Bright Bandit" at all of our evening sessions—get yourself some hi-vis or reflective kit and a head torch so we can stay visible, safe, and running strong as the nights draw in!
Before diving into the full updates below, here are a few immediate key deadlines to keep on your radar:
🎟️ Xmas Party Tickets: Grab your spot before deadline! Buy your Xmas Party tickets!
🏃 XC Round 2: Sign up for Surrey League XC Round 2 at Morden on 14 November!
Photoshoot & Kit Update: Thank you to all our photoshoot volunteers (you can still sign up here if interested)! Both the shoot and our new kit line are being finalized behind the scenes—watch this space!
Below is your latest round-up of updates, winter training plans, and key dates for your diary.
Winter track & social plan (November 2026 – Mar 2027)
Based on member feedback from our recent survey, here is our confirmed Winter Track & Social Plan (starting the week commencing 08 November) to keep our momentum going right through to spring:
🏃 Track Plan:
Stevenage Rd: Continues weekly on Tuesdays.
Official FRC Barn Elms Track: Held once a month (3rd Tuesday), fully funded by FRC to keep track momentum going!
Self-Hosted Barn Elms Track: On all other Tuesdays, sessions will be "Self-Hosted" (similar to Paddington Track) so annual pass holders can still group up.
🍻 Monthly Socials:
Moved to the 1st Thursday of each month so they don’t clash back-to-back with official track nights!
📅 Key Dates at a Glance:
Nov: Social (05 Nov) | Official Track (19 Nov)
Dec: Xmas Party (03 Dec) | Official Track (15 Dec)
Jan: Social (07 Jan) | Official Track (19 Jan)
Feb: Social (04 Feb) | Official Track (16 Feb)
Mar: Social (04 Mar) | Official Track (16 Mar)
Please check and sign up to host on the Session Hosts Spreadsheet!
(Note: While some adjustments to our regular Barn Elms schedule may be disappointing to some, we need to think about the safety of members, and where we can practically find volunteers to host each week. We will take on feedback as we move through the winter months.)
Welfare update: Welcome Josh!
Please give a huge welcome to Joshua Hinh, our new Male Welfare Officer! Josh brings a wealth of experience in supporting others through his work as a Local Authority School Governor and charity ambassador:
"Being a Local Authority School Governor has given me the skills to listen, hear, and understand people—and most importantly, help them through issues."
A massive thank you to Tim Haughton for his outstanding dedication and service to FRC during his tenure as Male Welfare Officer!
ExCo recruitment: Teams Manager role open
After her great service to the club, Maddie Barrow will be stepping down as Teams Manager at the end of the year. A huge thank you to Maddie for all her amazing work for FRC! 👏
Interested in taking on this crucial role for the club?
Xmas Party & Awards 2026 – on sale until 26 November!
Lace up your party shoes! We're returning upstairs at The Railway Pub in Putney on Thursday 3rd December 2026 for a night of three-course dining, awards, drinks, and dancing to celebrate another fantastic year.
When: Thursday 3 December 2026 (Doors 6:30 PM)
Where: The Railway, Putney
Includes: 3-course meal, welcome drink, venue hire, awards & party!
Tickets: Initial capacity is capped at 75 seats, so book early! EA members get an automatic £5 discount at checkout.
Head over to the Xmas Party & Awards page to buy your tickets now.
TICKETS ON SALE UNTIL WEDNESDAY 26 NOVEMBER. So expect to be harassed in every channel to get your tickets! Award nominations will follow soon as well!
Cross country update & upcoming fixtures
What a start to the XC season! If you missed the mud, camaraderie, and incredible team spirit at Reigate for Surrey League Round 1, catch up on the race recap and highlights over on our blog: Reigate Roots & Refuelling: Bandits Shine at Surrey League Round 1.
Having our men's and women's teams competing together at the same venues is going to create an amazing atmosphere, so let’s get as many people out running and cheering as possible!
Upcoming fixtures:
07 November: Southern Championships – Parliament Hill, London (ENTRIES CLOSED)
14 November: Surrey League XC Round 2 – Morden
16 January: Surrey League XC Round 3 – Oxshott
30 January: Southern XC Main Championships – Beckenham Place Park
13 February: Surrey League XC Round 4 – Lloyd Park
You can register for all XC events here. Remember, you need to be England Athletics registered to compete (register for EA membership here)!
Save the date: AGM 2027
Finally, get this one in your calendar: the FRC Annual General Meeting (AGM) 2027 will take place on Monday 18 January 2027.
Agendas, panel details, and guest speakers will be announced closer to the time. If you have any topics or ideas you’d like covered, please reach out to anyone on the ExCo.
Thanks all, see you out training!
Rick
Club Chair
Fulham Running Club
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