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For 2018 the club is introducing a new level of Standard Times award, in addition to the existing Diamond, Gold, Silver and Bronze. This will be called a Merit award.

We are having a taster session aimed at members of the club & the All Sorts who haven’t done cross country but want to give it a go. Or if you have done it before but just fancy running round the common and support the event 🙂

Info from Kate Perkins:

XC – it’s a bit like Marmite – you either love it or hate it! But you need to try it first….

When? 2pm Saturday 10th February 
Where? Burbage Common (visitor centre)
How far? 3 miles maximum, with opportunity to shorten.
How fast? Not at all – pace will suit ability of people present.
Footwear? Ideally spikes or off-road shoes – we will try and get together a selection for people to try, but can’t guarantee we’ll be able to kit everyone out!

We were contacted by the organisers of a local race worth checking out:

The Whissendine 6ix (six mile) road race and walk was first staged in 1985 and has become a popular event in the running calendar. The event starts and finishes in the Rutland village with the course following a natural circuit bordering Stapleford Park. All entrants receive a race memento and bottle of beer supplied by race sponsors Grainstore Brewery in Oakham, there will be prizes for all category winners. The village Brownies will provide a barbecue on race night.

Website: http://www.whissendine6ix.org.uk/

Although Hinckley doesn’t have a running track, did you know there is a modern 400m floodlit running track in Nuneaton only 5 miles away. The Pingles Stadium, located next to the Pingles Leisure Centre, is available for public use 6 days a week.

Opening times: Mon – Fri 9am – 10pm, Sat 9am – 12pm, Sun CLOSED.

Price: £3 per person.

Information correct Jan 2019. The address is The Pingles Stadium, Avenue Road, Nuneaton, Warwickshire CV11 4LX and their phone number is 024 76 344 429.

Website: https://www.thepinglesstadium.com/

Pingles Stadium, Nuneaton[/caption]

This years Presentation Evening to recognise the 2017 running achievements of HRC runners will be held on Saturday 3rd February, 7.30pm start at the Green Towers, Hinckley.

Tickets are £5 and are available from Odette Foxall.

As well as the award presentations there will be a buffet and quiz. Partners and children are welcome.

Membership Renewals

It is that time of the year where membership is due for renewal.

This year we have created an on-line membership form to make it easier to renew. The link is below. Payment can either be by BACS, cheque or cash. Bank account details for BACS payments can be found on the application form.

On-Line Membership Application Form

A confirmation email will be automatically sent when you submit your application, however membership will only become valid when it is confirmed that the relevant fee has been paid.

For those wishing to submit a paper application form this can be downloaded from the following link:

Seniors Membership Application Form – Download

This form can be completed on-line and then printed before being submitted.

A completed application will be required this year to ensure that all information held is correct.

The last day for submitting membership renewal to enable you to participate in the winter league road races and the remaining cross country races is 31st January 2018.