Let's Lift the Curfew: Join Blaydon Harriers for a Community Night Run
Blaydon Harriers are proud to be supporting the Let's Lift the Curfew campaign by hosting a free, inclusive 5km night run on Thursday 12 November 2026.
The campaign shines a light on an issue that affects many women and girls every day: the ability to feel safe, confident and free to be active outdoors after dark. Through this event, we hope to bring our community together, raise awareness and demonstrate our collective support for safer, more welcoming public spaces for everyone.
Whether you're a complete beginner, an occasional jogger, a regular runner or an experienced club athlete, you're invited to join us.
This is not a race. It's an opportunity to come together as a community, enjoy a friendly guided run and show support for a cause that matters.
Participants are encouraged to wear their brightest clothing, hi-vis gear and head torches as we light up the streets and make our presence seen.
📅 Thursday 12 November 2026 🕕 6:45pm 📍 Blaydon Leisure Centre Athletics Track 💷 Free to attend
The guided route will cover approximately 5km, with support runners throughout the group to ensure nobody is left behind.
A friendly, guided 5km suitable for all abilities
Support at the front, middle and back of the group
A welcoming and inclusive atmosphere
The opportunity to meet new people and support an important campaign
Plenty of bright lights, hi-vis clothing and community spirit
You do not need to be a member of Blaydon Harriers to take part. Friends, family members and runners from other clubs are all welcome to join us.
By taking part, you'll be helping to raise awareness of the need for women and girls to feel safe exercising outdoors after dark, while enjoying an enjoyable and supportive evening with fellow runners from across the community.
To help us gauge numbers, please register your interest by emailing secretary@blaydonharrier.org.uk.
We hope you'll join us as we run together, stand together and help lift the curfew.
