As an affilated member of England Athletics, the club is afforded the opportunity to apply for a place to run the annual London Marathon.
Where that application is successful, the committee will invite club members to put their name forward for consideration.
Congratulations to Tom Barnes for completing the London Marathon in an impressive time of 2:58:11 – a PB by more than 5 minutes. Speaking about the event, Tom said: “I just wanted to extend my heartfelt thanks for you supporting me to run the marathon in NSAC colours! I had the time of my life – there is literally nothing else like it! The streets of London were bouncing in the sunshine, and hearing supportive cheers of your name every 2 minutes for 3 hours is just magic. Given the heat I am extremely proud of passing the 3hr barrier! Thanks again for giving me the opportunity – something I will never forget!”
Previous members to have run the marathon include:
- 2025: Tom Barnes
- 2024: Sophie Millard
- 2023: Richard Finch
- 2022: Pauline Brunsdon
- 2021: Oliver Lock
- 2019: Graham Brooks
Selection criteria used by the committee to award a place:
- You must be a fully paid-up, first claim senior (18 and over) member of the club (London Marathon rules)
- Membership fees must be paid in January, in advance of submitting entry information
- You will be responsible for paying the entry fee for the event directly to the London Marathon organizers
- All other expenses, such as travel and accommodation, are to be paid by the successful applicant
- When running the marathon you should wear a NSAC vest, or one for the charity which the club supports
- To provide information and photos so that your journey to running the marathon is recorded on the club website
If you would like to be considered to run the London Marathon representing the club, drop us a line via our contact form.