Ripon Runners was formed in June 1984 by a group of like minded people who were all enthusiastic about running. Since then the Club has gone from strength to strength to be the well respected Club it is now.
The Club meets every Tuesday and Thursday evening at 1830 hrs. Thursday is predominantly coaching night but all members are welcome. The venue is Ripon Cricket Club from the beginning of September to the end of April. From the beginning of May to to the end of August the Club meets at Ripon Rugby Club.
Ripon Runners welcome runners of all abilities from 16 and upwards, male and female.
Sheila Boyde, ex International athlete, is Club coach.

Membership is £20, including £5 England Athletics fee, with members in full time education paying £10. Non competing members £15.

Road Running, Cross Country, Orienteering and Fell Running are all participated in by members. The Club is also affiliated to Claro Orienteers.

Members are keen competitors in the Harrogate and District Summer Road Race League.

Two annual races are organised by us each year, the Ripon 10 mile which passes through the National Trust's Valley of the Seven Bridges and the Deer Park and the Jolly Holly Jog 10k which passes through Studley Park.

Club Officials for 2009/10

President: Monty Munson  01765 602208
Chairman: Dave Jelley  01765 603506
Vice Chairlady: Jo Hope  01765 605235
Secretary: Pete Carver  07714 329602
Treasurer: Lisa Sorby  01765 603931
Membership Secretary: Martin Gabriel  01765 689863
Membership remains at £20 for 2009/10 which includes £5 England Athletics fee

Committee: Mel Dutka, Lisa Quinn, Allan Hansen, Gary Bastow, Karen Jones, Mike Pennock, Claire Mumford and Eleanor Hartas

Club Captains: Ray Johnstone and Jo Hope

Press Rep: Emma Appleton

Kit Holder: Lisa Quinn