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East London Runners

Wanstead's home for first-timers and ultra-runners alike

🏃 Redbridge 2–3 times per week - Mondays, Wednesdays, Saturdays & Sundays Beginner-friendly Social Competitive Trail

We're 250-plus runners based in Wanstead, pulling in people from across East London and Essex - and the range is huge, from never-run-before to ultra-distance.

There's a Monday track night, a Wednesday club run, Saturday parkrun and a Sunday long run, all from Wanstead Leisure Centre, E11. Road, cross country, track, races from 5K to ultras - take your pick. We had a hand in setting up Wanstead Flats parkrun, too.

New runners are always, always welcome. Pick a session, come down, and see how you get on.

Redbridge, London
2–3 times per week - Mondays, Wednesdays, Saturdays & Sundays
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