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Who are Ogden Runners?

Quite simply we are a small group of like-minded runners who just love to get out in the fresh air come rain or shine and run! You may well have seen similar folk pounding the streets - you may even be one of them! If this appeals to you, or better still if you prefer to get off the beaten track why not come and join us?

Are we just a group of really serious runners?

Not at all! We're all different - whether you run slow or fast, run 1 mile or 26 miles, everyone is welcome! Running should be fun - so come along to discover some routes that you really enjoy and give you that buzz!

Whether you enjoy running on your own or prefer to run with a partner or group, come and enjoy the glorious scenery and varied routes that Ogden has to offer.   

Nestled beneath a backdrop of undulating woodland and open hills is the scenic Ogden Water; a 34 acre reservoir surrounded by 174 acres of mature mixed woodlands and open moor .  Ogden Water is ideally suited for runners!

The popular 1.22 mile trail track around the reservoir is ideal runners of all abilities. In addition to numerous trail routes winding through the woods, the more adventurous of you may prefer the barren delights of the open moors to put your fell running ability to the test!

As a Green Flag Award winning park, Ogden Water has just recently been voted as one of the nation's top 10 favourite parks in the People's Choice Awards.

Where will you find us?

As the name suggests you will mostly find us on all routes in and around Ogden! For group runs our regular meeting point is in the lower car park at Ogden Water Country Park, Ogden Lane, Keighley Road, Halifax. HX2 8YA. Follow the "Ogden Water" sign at Keighley Road/Ogden Lane junction by the Causeway Foot Inn - which conveniently is our venue for post run meetings and social events.

Typical group running days are:

Midweek:     Tuesday & Thursday evening
Weekend:    Saturday * & Sunday morning

* There is always a few of us at the Huddersfield Parkrun on Saturday mornings (a free 5k timed run, 9am start) so feel free to join us there!

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Welcome to Ogden Runners

How much will it cost me to join?

Nothing - it's all free! Our philosophy at Ogden Runners is that everyone should be able to enjoy the open countryside. You may run for personal pride or general health and fitness, but above all we want you to

experience the satisfaction of burning off a few calories in the fresh air as opposed to just lounging around on your sofa!

Why pay hundreds of pounds a year to lock yourself into a gym membership to run on the same old treadmill?  Don’t get us wrong, we understand that gyms have their own place for cross-training (such as weight and kettlebell training), but the fresh air of the open outdoors is simply all you need for running and won’t cost a penny!

So come and join us. To savour the wonders of nature, feel the breeze on your face and the freedom of running; just put on your trainers and you're away!

Disclaimer

Ogden Runners cannot be held responsible for loss, accident or injury arising under any circumstances.

All members must participate at their sole risk and sole liability.

We recommend that you read our safety guidelines here.

STRETCH YOUR LEGS, CLEAR YOUR MIND, FREE YOUR SOUL!

What do I do now?

Join us! Just simply fill in a few details and we’ll send you a welcome email confirming you as an official Ogden Runner!  You can also choose to follow us on Twitter where you can link with fellow Ogden Runners and receive our latest updates.

If you would still like to know more, just email info@ogdenrunners.com

If you've never heard of Ogden Runners before then you've come to the right place.  To find out what we're all about, just carry on reading.

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