The club, formed in April, is the brainchild of runners Andy Howe (chairman), Wilf Fox (secretary), Darren Long (social secretary), who were later joined by Graham Cripps (race secretary), Joe Montague (press & promotions) and Cherie Caruthers (treasurer).

Many already have achievements such as London, New York and Berlin Marathons under their belts.

The club caters for all ages and abilities and has more than 30 members, with further recruits in the pipeline.

Club member Jane Wood said: "The aim of the club is to provide a local community of runners, to whom the established runners can offer expertise and support.

"The club has three training sessions a week (Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday), that leave from Brackley leisure centre.

"With training tips, advice and motivational support from other members, it's a perfect way to get running and fit.
"Club nights are especially good for lady runners who don't like to run on their own.

"All running abilities are catered for. As long as you are of a basic fitness standard then come along and start running."

Absolute beginners will also get their chance to meet the team on Saturday, July 19, when the club will have a promotional stand.

Jane Wood added: "Once you've got the bug, then you might like to try your luck at competing with Brackley road runners in a local race or just come along and cheer on your fellow team members."

For more information, please email Andy Howe at brackleyrunningclub@gmail.com or visit the club's website at www.brackleyrunningclub.co.uk.

Club runners have clocked some useful times in recent races.
Results were: Banbury 5 miles, Andy Howe 36.37, Graham Cripps 33.17, Jane Wood 40.28; Weston 5 miles, Tine Nicholas 37.6, Dennis Carey 35.46, Darren Long 36.9, Andy Howe 36.39, Joan Carey 39.51,Wilf Fox 42.3, Sue Torrance 43.47, Joe Montague 44.31,Tracy Kingsley 47.7; Thame 10k, Shaun Carney 41.43, Steve Snow 44.36, Graham Cripps 42.48, Andy Howe 46.20,Tine Nicholas 47.27, Jane Wood 50.30, Sue Torrance 54.13.
The next major race is the Milton Keynes half marathon on July 20 with an anticipated high turnout from the Brackley team.