Midwives and nurses across the UK are celebrating International Day of the Midwife and International Nurses Day by taking part in parkrun.    Lynsey and Gemma share why parkrun is a great way to look after your health and wellbeing.   Embracing parkrun   Lynsey, Deputy Director of Nursing, Quality, and AHPs at Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust, shares more about how she got involved in parkrun.      I started parkrunning in 2015, motivated by a desire to raise money for charity in memory of my father. parkrun became a part of my training regimen, offering no ..read more

The new series of the parkrun audiozine is available now! There’s so much to listen to in season five – including tips to cook like a kitchen boss, an interview with TV’s Ben Shephard and a chat about the perfect cuppa!    Each season of the parkrun audiozine is packed with ideas about being happier and healthier, as well as real-life stories from parkrun communities throughout the UK. In every audio episode, you’ll find a selection of stories and features adapted from the print edition of the magazine.   Highlights coming up in series five include ideas for games to play safely ..read more

Midwives and nurses across the UK are being encouraged to celebrate International Day of the Midwife and International Nurses Day by taking part in parkrun events this May.   parkrun UK, alongside the Chief Nursing Officers and Chief Midwifery Officers of the UK are encouraging nurses and midwives to register for their local parkrun event and take part on certain days to mark International Day of the Midwife and International Nurses Day.   In England, Scotland and Wales, midwives are encouraged to take part on Saturday 4 May to mark International Day of the Midwife and nurses are enc ..read more

After being introduced to parkrun by an Olympian, Rebecca found it quickly became part of her routine. A subsequent diagnosis of multiple sclerosis took her by surprise but she is determined to give herself the best opportunity to tackle it head on.    My journey began in 2018. For some time, my cousin had been encouraging me to join him at his weekly parkrun. Now you must understand he is not an average guy out for a Saturday jog round the park but is an Olympic Skier – Dave Ryding.   He is a true athlete and a competent competitor in any sport, and here he was trying to get me ..read more

On its 20th anniversary year, parkrun has selected Metro as the first official media partner for the UK.   As the UK’s highest circulating and most loved newsbrand, Metro will promote one of the nation’s most beloved charities to the five million readers it engages every day across all of its platforms.   With the youngest and most diverse audience of all national newsbrands, Metro is perfectly placed to support parkrun achieving its goals of helping Britain become a happier and healthier nation, supporting physical and mental health as well as societal cohesion.    Mo ..read more

On Sunday 21 April, in the heart of London, a group of ordinary individuals came together to embark on an extraordinary journey: the 2024 TCS London Marathon.   The Shokz team, consisting of parkrunners from The Old Showfield parkrun, Aberdare parkrun, Chester parkrun, Clapham Common parkrun, and more, epitomised the spirit of human perseverance.   A journey of determination   As these parkrunners stood poised at the start line, their hearts pounding with anticipation, each member of the team shared a common goal: to push their limits and conquer the 26.2-mile challenge that lay ..read more

Over 100 members of the parkrun community took part in a special event at 10 Downing Street on Monday 22 April to celebrate the charity’s upcoming 20th anniversary.   The No 10 reception was hosted by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, together with the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport Lucy Frazer MP. parkrun staff, volunteers, trustees, partners, funders, and representatives from local parkrun events across the four home nations came together with a host of MPs to recognise the incredible contribution made by parkrun in the UK and internationally over the last two decad ..read more

As a dog owner, parkrun presents an ideal opportunity to venture outdoors and engage in physical activity with your dog on a Saturday morning. However, have you ever considered the possibility of volunteering alongside your canine companion?   Hazel Millns dedicates her time to volunteering with her dog, Bramble, every week! It’s gotten to the point where Bramble might even be on track to becoming a local celebrity…    I was walking my dog, Bramble, with a friend and they recommended we try out a parkrun. They told me ‘it’s a good thing to get involved in’ and they were absolute ..read more

Looking for some outdoor fun with your furry friends? Look no further than your local parkrun! It’s all about joining The Feel Good Movement and getting your paws moving however you please – whether you want to volunteer, walk, run or just watch the action unfold. Your canine companions are always welcome at Saturday parkruns, providing the paw-fect opportunity to bond and get active together!     Before you get your paws moving    We want every tail to wag happily at parkrun, so let’s walk through some general tips and tricks on how to enjoy parkrun with your pup!   ..read more

parkrun is for everyone, and always will be, for whatever you need it to be. For Ashley Riley, it wasn’t just about fitness; it was about recovery. After experiencing a stroke in June 2023, parkrun became a pivotal tool in his rehabilitation journey, shaping a new chapter of his life.   My first parkrun was on 22 January 2022. I had seen a post on social media and decided to go along to see what it was all about. I was surprised at how many people were there and I liked how everything was clearly explained at the start. The marshals were friendly and encouraging and I decided there and th ..read more