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Durham City Harriers & AC
Durham · County Durham · England
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Durham City Harriers & AC offers adult running and junior athletics at Maiden Castle in Durham, with track and field, cross-country and beginner groups.
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About Durham City Harriers & AC
Durham City Harriers traces its first club to 1907, when members met at the Criterion Hotel near Framwellgate Bridge. Early athlete George Lee represented Britain at the 1912 Stockholm Olympics. The club was reformed in 1972 and later adopted its distinctive orange vest. After periods at Framwellgate Moor and Durham Johnston schools, it returned to Maiden Castle and the university's sports facilities.
From the Graham Sports Centre in Durham, the club now offers senior endurance and performance groups, a beginner programme and a transition group for developing runners. Junior coaching covers running, jumping and throwing, but the current website says junior membership is full and the waiting list is closed. Adults can ask about taster sessions through the membership secretary. Check availability and the appropriate group before visiting; a general welcome on an older page does not guarantee a junior place.
Notable members, past and present
George Lee
Athlete of the early Durham City Harriers club
The club history records his appearances in the 5,000m and 10,000m at the 1912 Stockholm Olympics.
Club history and information sources
Profile reviewed 2026-10-14. Training arrangements can change; check with the club before attending.
Athletes at this club
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