Run clubs in Loughton
Browse 5 running clubs in Loughton. Find social, road, trail, and beginner-friendly groups, see where they meet, then join your first run free with the RunClub app.
DirectoryFRRC Epping Forest (FORDY RUNS)
Epping Forest satellite of FORDY RUNS — a FREE national community run club (60+ weekly groups, founder Chris Ford @fordy_runs).
DirectoryLoughton Athletic Club (Loughton AC)
Friendly local running & athletics club (adults + juniors), qualified England Athletics coaches/run leaders, paced groups on trails/road/grass track.
DirectoryRoding Valley junior parkrun
Free weekly 2k for juniors (ages 4-14), every Sunday 9am, at Roding Valley Recreational Park, Highwood Lane, Loughton, Essex IG10 3LX. Confirmed ongoing into 2026. Facebook: facebook.
DirectoryRoding Valley parkrun
Free weekly timed 5k, every Saturday 9am, at Roding Valley Recreation Ground, Roding Road, Loughton, Essex IG10 3BS (small car park at end of road; ~10 min walk from Loughton Underground, Central line).
DirectoryWest Essex Runners (Loughton)
FREE casual, relaxed and inclusive community run group (all abilities, beginner-friendly) led by Elle Linton (England Athletics LiRF run leader).
How to join a running club in Loughton
Loughton has a thriving running scene, with 5 clubs listed here — from beginner-friendly social runs to fast road and trail groups. Most clubs are free to join and welcome runners of every level. Pick a club above, check where and when it meets, and just turn up.
The free RunClub app makes it easy: find clubs in Loughton near you, see upcoming group runs, RSVP, track your runs, and unlock deals at local cafes, gyms and running stores when you check in. Run a club yourself? Manage members, events and attendance for free.