Benefits for new members joining Welsh Athletics in January 2024
Considering getting involved in Athletics or Running in 2024? Athletics clubs have something for everyone, from Run, Jump, Throw, to ‘Couch to 5K’ programmes to support you in making the changes...
HCAF proposals to amend age groups approved by UKA Board
UK Athletics can confirm an amendment to age groups as part of the Rule Change Proposals for the 2024 – 2026 Rule Book has been approved at a recent UKA Board meeting. James Williams, Welsh Athletic...
2023 Round-Up
2023 has been an amazing year for athletics and running in Wales, with Welsh Athletes performing superbly on the World Stage. History was made at the Commonwealth Youth Games, medals galore at the Wor...
Second Round of the Modernisation & Development Grant (2023-24) Now Open
We are delighted to announce the launch of the second round of the Modernisation and Development Grant (for 2023-2024) is now open for applications. The Modernisation & Development Grant will give ou...
2023 New Life members and Service Award Winners Announced
Following this year's Annual General Meeting, we're delighted to be able to share and celebrate the following people whose immense contributions to our sport in Wales have been recognised. Lif...
Steve Brace - Welsh Athletics Life Member
Steve Brace’s contribution to athletics in Wales has been immense and wide ranging. He has served the sport with distinction as an athlete, a key employee and as a world class race director. He star...
Weekend Round-Up (2nd & 3rd of December)
Valencia Marathon, 3 December History was made at the Valencia Marathon on Sunday, with Clara Evans (Pontypridd Roadents) breaking the Welsh Marathon Record in a time of 2:25:04. The time sees Evans g...
November Officials & Volunteer Spotlight
It has been a busy month for Officials and Volunteers across Wales during November. Zoe Holloway, Officials and Volunteer Coordinator shared: In November there have been many noteworthy accomplishme...
2023 Welsh Athletics & Run Wales Annual Awards Round-Up
The Welsh Athletics & Run Wales Annual Awards returned on Saturday for a great evening to celebrate the athletics and running community in Wales. It has been a fantastic year from success on the World...
Practical Officiating Workshop for Para Athletics Round-Up
The Practical Officiating Workshop for Para athletics was held on Saturday 4th November and it was a great success with 13 participants, 2 athletes involved Ellie Bowen F56 and Kieran Jones F34 as wel...
National Survey for Wales names running, jogging and athletics as the top sport for participation
The National Survey for Wales is an annual survey conducted across Wales, involving around twelve thousand people each year. The survey covers a whole range of topics, such as healthcare, schools, wel...
Weekend Round-Up (11th & 12th of November)
Cardiff Cross Challenge The first major fixture of the British Cross Challenge series once again returned to Cardiff for another fantastic renewal at Llandaff Fields in the heart of the city. Top at...
Welsh success at BMAF cross Country International Glasgow
Swansea Harrier Ifan Lloyd was the star Welsh performer at the BMAF Cross Country International at Tollcross Park Glasgow with a fantastic run to finish second in the M60 category. Not only did ifan w...
Team Announcement: Cardiff Met Schools Combined Events International
Congratulations to the 16 athletes selected to represent the Welsh Schools’ Athletics Association at the Cardiff Met Schools Combined Events International on Saturday 2 December 2023. U16 Girls Athl...
2023 Cardiff Cross Challenge Round-Up
The first major fixture of the British Cross Challenge series once again returned to Cardiff today for another fantastic renewal at Llandaff Fields in the heart of the city. Athletes of all ages from...
2023 Cardiff Cross Challenge Preview
The 26th edition of the prestigious Cardiff Cross Challenge returns to Llandaff Fields this Saturday. As one of the most sought-after events in the UK over 2,000 athletes from across the globe have en...
Club Welfare Officer Training Update
There has been an update to the Club Welfare Officer training. The Club Welfare Officer training has replaced the previous Time2Listen course. The previous Time2Listen course remains valid for 3 year...
Everything you need to know about the 2023 Cardiff Cross Challenge
The 2023 Cardiff Cross Challenge returns for the 26 event this Saturday at Llandaff Fields! For the third year in a row, the Cardiff Cross Challenge has achieved the World Athletics Cross Country Tour...
Weekend Round-Up (4th & 5th of November)
IAU 50km World Championships, 5 November Two Welsh Athletes headed to Hyderabad, India to represent Great Britain and Northern Ireland at the IAU 50km World Championships. Anna Bracegirdle (Salford Ha...
Weekend Round-Up (28th & 29th of October)
Marathon Eryri, 28 October The picturesque Marathon Eryri returned to the roads of Snowdonia on Saturday. In the women’s race, Alaw Evans (Les Croupiers) took victory completing the course in 2:58:...