What We Do
Welcome to Avon Valley Runners, whose aim is 'To be the club of choice for runners in West Wiltshire and to be recognised as a club of excellence and support for the promotion of running as a sport and a recreational pursuit.'
Founded in 1986, we are a friendly yet competitive running club based at the Trowbidge Rugby Football Club (TRFC) in Paxcroft, Hilperton, Trowbridge BA14 6JB
We run a range of training sessions throughout the week, plus buddy runs, and Couch-to-5k for beginners. We cater for those aged 11 - 80+.
We are fortunate enough to have our own running track, and offer track sessions as well as trail running and road running.
We also run a Triathlon Group for those who are interested in multi sport..
Thinking of joining us? To become a member of AVR please click here (note that eveyone is entitled to 3 free sessions before they are obliged to join).
Running Groups
7pm on Mondays, Tuesdays, & Wednesdays at TRFC Paxcroft, Hilperton, Trowbridge BA14 6JB. A typical night will see a number of groups going out at different speeds, each lead by an England Athletics trained run leader.
Track Sessions
Tuesday’s and Wednesday's at 7pm and Wednesday lunchtime at 12.30. AVR is fortunate enough to have access to a running track at TRFC and holds three coached interval sessions a week to help members push themselves to improve their pace. These sessions are open to all abilities.
Beginners
In September, we run the popular Couch-to-5k program. Held on Mondays at 7pm.. Aimed specifically at people new to running, we break you in very gradually over 10 weeks until you're able to run 5km's in one go. Trust us, it works!
Weekend League Competitions
AVR participates in the Wiltshire Off-Road League (WORL) and The Wiltshire Road-Race League (WRRL)
To see the schedules for the above leagues, and to enter, please click on one of the following links:
Annual Races / Events
AVR Wiltshire Half Marathon
Over the Hills
Imber Ultra
Westbury 5k
Avon Valley Relay
Avon Valley Triathletes
We often organise informal 'Tri a' events for beginner triathletes to have a go at multi sport in a friendly and supportive manner. There are no time pressures and plenty of members to speak to for advice. These events are shared on Facebook for members to get involved.