Rotherham Harriers and AC
Rotherham · England
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Rotherham Harriers and AC is based at Herringthorpe Stadium in Rotherham, with track and field, distance running and opportunities for young athletes.
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About Rotherham Harriers and AC
Rotherham Harriers and AC has a history reaching back to Victorian South Yorkshire. Its detailed timeline describes early cross-country running, the formation of a women's section in 1932 and the opening of Herringthorpe Stadium's track in 1959. The club in Rotherham, England, has produced international athletes: javelin thrower Peter Cullen was selected for the 1956 Olympic team, and Eddie Kirkup won the AAA marathon title in 1957. These are historical club achievements, not claims of current membership.
Herringthorpe Stadium on Middle Lane South is the present home base, with Monday and Wednesday club evenings. The programme includes young-athlete coaching, track and field and distance-running groups, while club officers also organise cross-country, trail and fell activity. Young beginners should follow the published registration-of-interest process before attending; a listed training night does not guarantee an immediate place. The stadium is in Rotherham, not Doncaster: the older Doncaster directory address is not used here as a training venue.
Notable members, past and present
Peter Cullen
Historical club Olympian
The club's timeline records his selection for the javelin at the 1956 Olympic Games.
Eddie Kirkup
Historical club distance runner
The club's timeline records his AAA marathon championship win in 1957.
Club contact details
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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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