Social running group where no one is left behind. Finish line, not finish time! Stray Runners Harrogate are an inclusive Social Running group based in Harrogate.
Our run nights are usually Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6pm on the stray outside the Coach & Horses featuring our 5km run group and our 5km jeffing group (run walk - and chat a lot too). We run regular Couch to 5km programs throughout the year and have lots of social events. We intend to put the fun into running. Our group has an England Athletics qualified Coach and six qualified run leaders so help and support is never far away.
08/08/2026
We are back to normal on Tuesday after a couple of weeks rest. Looking forward to seeing faces old and new for our 5K social run. We will also have a jeffing group.
Last Sunday some out our members took a scenic journey to York for the 10K. What a stunning run, through the city walls and past the Minster!
*STRAY RUNNERS SUMMER BREAK*🌞
You might have noticed we've been a few leaders down over the last few weeks/month. Unfortunately, the leaders aren't all machines and we get injured from time to time leaving the machines to hold the fort. They've been doing a fantastic job but we think they deserve a bit of a break.
Stray Runners will be having a Summer Break starting after the run on Thursday 23/07/2026 returning Tuesday 11/08/2026.
Although there won't be any official runs, keep an eye on the WhatsApp for any unofficial runs being planned.
We are also on the lookout for another leader, on paper we look like we have enough, but in reality life can get in the way of running sometimes (rude, I know) and we are starting to creak a little. if you think you might be interested in becoming a Run Lead, please have a chat with one of us to see what it's all about, what have to do and the commitment required.
*RUN CANCELLED THURSDAY 09th JULY.
Having reviewed the current heat wave and weather forecast for this evening, the committee has taken the decision to cancel tonight’s run out of concern for everyone's welfare. It's just too hot 🥵
Stay cool and hydrated and hopefully we'll see you all next Tuesday. Xx
*RUN CANCELLED THUR 25TH JUNE*
Having reviewed the current heat wave and weather forecast for tomorrow evening, the committee has taken the decision to cancel tomorrow night's run out of concern for everyone's welfare. It's just too hot 🥵
Stay cool and hydrated and hopefully we'll see you all next week
13/06/2026
Today we are in Knaresborough! Look out for us and give us a cheer! *Wacky Races*
19/05/2026
Another week, another 10K. This time some of us were lucky enough to secure places at the Rudding Parkrace, which sold out within 4 hours! A brilliant event with a fantastic atmosphere. Well done everyone, and also thank you to those that came to support us!
16/05/2026
This morning we had two more of our Stray to 5K ladies complete their graduation run Harrogate parkrun. Another wonderful turnout to support them too. Well done ladies! 👏👏👏
10/05/2026
After weeks of early morning Sunday training runs, some of our members took on the challenge of taking part in the Leeds Half Marathon today. Three of our ‘seasoned’ runners ran the full marathon!!! Kudos to them all. What an exciting and amazing achievement. Well done everyone 👏 🥇🏃♀️
09/05/2026
Some of our members took the short trip to Melmerby last Sunday for the annual 10K race. The weather could have been kinder to us but we all enjoyed the wonderful countryside and had a blast!
Good luck to everyone taking part in the Leeds Marathon and Half Marathon tomorrow. Some of our members are taking part and we will post pics later in the day! marathon
Both the Jeffing group and the run group all enjoyed the beautiful blue sky and fabulous blossoms in full bloom last night.