DK Running Club is all about the people and is well known for being one of the most sociable running clubs out there. Holding regular races and attending team events, this is the club for you if you're all about having fun whilst keeping fit. Whether you're a complete beginner or a seasoned pro, there is a running group for you. We welcome all abilities. Each running group is led by an official run leader and nobody ever gets left behind.
Dudley Kingswinford Running Club was established in 1984 by Dr. Dick Blackburn as an affiliation to Dudley Kingswinford Rugby Club.
Since those early days, the club has grown into one of the leading clubs in the West Midlands with both mens and ladies members.
If you would like to join us, whatever your level or age (Over 18), you will receive a warm welcome and fantastic motivation from a group of knowledgeable and friendly runners. If you enjoy competitive racing, friendly parkruns or just a chatty mid-week trot with friends, why not come and join the blue hoops family?
The club meet at Dudley Kingswinford Rugby Club, Swindon Road, Wall Heath DY6 0AW every Tuesday and Thursday evening, with groups at both 6pm and 7pm.
There are several groups midweek based on distance (ranging from 4 to 8 miles) and pace. Each group is led by an official run leader and nobody gets left behind. Regardless of pace and ability, there will always be someone to run with. Every runner is welcome.
On Sundays there are longer runs on offer again depending on the pace and distance required. These runs usually start around 8:30am and will be advertised on our private facebook group.
Throughout the lighter months, we offer regular track sessions at the Dell Stadium which are always a favourite amongst the club.
DK runners regularly support local parkruns as part of our club Grand Prix competition, and often join parkrun takeovers across the area.
Our beginners course couch to 5k runs every year and is a great way to build up your fitness and make friends.
For further information please email dkrunning@mail.com.
Club membership information can be found on the main DK Rugby Club website.
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The annual DK 10K Road Race is the largest mid-week 10K race in the Midlands and takes place on closed, quiet, undulating country roads. Held on the first Wednesday in May at 19.15hrs, it is chip timed.
Awards are given to top 3 male and female finishers along with age group winners M40, M45, M50, M55, M60 and F40, F45, F50, F55, F60.
The Gavin Tipper 5k race takes place every year in June at Dudley Kingswinford Rugby Club.
The Gavin Tipper Race is held in memory of Gavin with proceeds from the race going to Action Heart. Gavin was a member of DK Rugby Club playing for many years and is part of DK Rugby history by scoring DK’s only tri at Twickenham. After retiring from the game he gave something back to sport by coaching children at Black Country Triathletes, Tipton Harriers as well as Halesowen cycling. His encouragement of children in sport and passion for everybody taking part is one of the reason the Gavin Tipper 5K is so popular. The race also coincides with the DK beginners runners course that culminates in the beginners taking part in the 5k race.
The DK New Year’s Day Handicap takes place, predictably, on 1st January each year at DK Rugby Club, Wall Heath.
The race will start from 11am so you have plenty of time to shake off your New Year’s hangover. All you need to do is give us your quickest 5k time and we will do the rest. You will need to pre register for this event responding to the post on DK Facebook Community Page. All entries will cost £6 which you can pay on the day. This is a great friendly sociable race and a fantastic way to start the new year.
Numbers will be limited so please get your entry in early. Please note that the roads will be open to traffic so all runners are responsible for their own safety. The course will have marshals at every potential danger point and will ensure that the race passes off without incident. Tea, coffee and cake will be available at the club house after the race.
Cross Country events are open to all UKA club members.
The Men take part in the Birmingham & District Cross Country League and are currently in Division 3.
The Ladies take part in the Midland Women’s Cross Country League and are currently in Division 2.
Club members can also take part in the twice yearly Sutton Park road relays.
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We are an extremely social running club, made easier by the fact that we have a permanent base at Dk Rugby Club. Our runners regularly socialise after club runs in the bar area.
Once a month, we have a whole club run where everyone is invited to run a pre-selected route at the same time. we then gather back in the clubhouse afterwards for a cob and drinks.
Also on the Dk social calendar is the very popular Halloween and Christmas runs where runners can dress up in fancy dress and take to the streets of Kingswinford in a big group run.
We hold charity events, quiz nights, a Christmas do and awards evening, as well as non-running related activities such as a day out canoeing or pony trekking.
Come and join the fun- everyone is welcome.
Chair
Membership secretary
Male Club Rep and Kit Manager
Female Club Rep
Treasurer
Secretary and Welfare Officer
Female Club Rep and Media Officer
Male Cross Country Team Manager
Female Cross Country Team Manager
DK10K Race Director
