We’re pleased to announce an exciting opportunity for a Communications Assistant to join the parkrun team for a paid internship, based in our Richmond (South West London) office.    parkrun is a health and wellbeing charity and our vision is to create a healthier and happier planet.   Since our conception in 2004, parkrun has... The post Join us a Communications Assistant (Intern) appeared first on parkrun UK Blog ..read more

This year marks 20 years since parkrun’s founder, Paul Sinton-Hewitt, organised the Bushy Park Time Trial that evolved into parkrun.   We’ve already looked back at the first five years and the second chapter. By the end of 2014, parkrun events were happening in 12 countries around the world. In December 2019, it was 22!... The post 20 years of parkrun – the third instalment appeared first on parkrun UK Blog ..read more

This summer, as part of the BBC Radio 2’s Let’s Move It initiative, several of the station’s presenters were Undercover Runners who joined in and reported live at four mystery Saturday morning parkrun locations. Across three weeks on his Saturday morning Radio 2 show, Dermot O’Leary revealed which location each presenter would be appearing at.... The post Radio 2 DJ’s Move It at parkrun appeared first on parkrun UK Blog ..read more

Team Hawkins are an impressive bunch. As a collective, they have amassed over 1,000 volunteer credits and have participated more than 1,000 times at both 5k parkrun and junior parkruns. Simon, Lynsey, Haydn, Saffron and Acacia Hawkins are the parkrun dream team from Essex. This family of five, of which four are run directors at... The post volunteering is a great way to get involved appeared first on parkrun UK Blog ..read more

In a world often filled with barriers, Maki, and her mother, Chikako, have found a way to turn challenges into triumphs. Both Japanese but living in London, have embraced parkrun as a way to participate in a global community that supports their love for running despite Maki’s visual impairment.    Born blind and having endured... The post Beyond sight: Maki and Chikako’s parkrun journey appeared first on parkrun UK Blog ..read more

Over the last few months, junior parkrun has collaborated with Our Parks to make a positive impact on young people through their Holiday, Activities and Food (HAF) camps.   This collaboration is a significant step in promoting health and wellbeing amongst young people and their families, particularly in communities that haven’t previously engaged with junior parkrun,... The post junior parkrun teams up with Our Parks to empower communities appeared first on parkrun UK Blog ..read more

The 2024 Summer Olympic Games has been an incredible showcase of athletes who have achieved all kinds of physical achievement, inspiring millions around the world. But the beauty of the Olympic spirit is that it doesn’t just belong to the elite; it belongs to everyone. There is no better time to begin your own journey... The post Inspired by the 2024 Olympics? Use parkrun to get active! appeared first on parkrun UK Blog ..read more

Rory Marriott’s journey with parkrun began in January 2011 when he impulsively signed up for a 10k race, despite having no prior running experience. He immediately embraced the volunteer-driven community spirit. Over 13 years, Rory’s involvement evolved from runner to volunteer and ambassador: developing key skills, building friendships, and a dedication to the parkrun cause.   ... The post From parkrunner to community-builder: celebrating Rory’s 1,000 volunteering milestone! appeared first on parkrun UK Blog ..read more

As the new football season gets underway there’s no better time to celebrate the links between football and parkrun. It really is a match made in heaven!   We take a look at some of the English Football League (EFL) and Premier League clubs that are teaming up with parkrun and junior parkrun events through their... The post A (football) match made in heaven appeared first on parkrun UK Blog ..read more

As part of our 20th year celebrations we’re shining a spotlight on some of the key people who help parkrun happen around the world. We caught up with Chiaki Okada, Territory Manager for Japan.   I first heard about parkrun from Google. I decided to give it a try when I was looking for an... The post parkrun gave me my identity back appeared first on parkrun UK Blog ..read more