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Stilton Striders
Melton Mowbray · Leicestershire · England
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Stilton Striders serves Melton Mowbray with social running, coached sessions and a junior section, tracing its beginnings to 1982.
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About Stilton Striders
Stilton Striders began in Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, England, in 1982. Robin Walker called a meeting after writing to the local newspaper; he, Jim Bishop and John Brutnell wanted a running club in Melton rather than travelling to Wreake Runners. Twenty-one athletes attended the inaugural meeting in July.
Today the Striders combine social runs on local roads and footpaths with competitive road and cross-country running. Adults can take part in structured technique and track sessions, while the junior section develops running skills for children aged eight to sixteen. Junior training uses grass in summer and lit artificial surfaces in winter.
Club traditions include a no-watch prediction run, a handicap race and a participation-focused challenge with Wreake and Barrow. Prospective adults can email to arrange a social run before joining; junior enquiries go to a separate coaching address. The club has moved bases several times, so the directory's Lancers Drive address should not be used as an assumed training start.
Established 1982
Notable members, past and present
Robin Walker
Founding organiser
The club history credits him with convening the 1982 inaugural meeting and securing its first base.
Jim Bishop
Founding group
Named with Robin Walker and John Brutnell in the club's account of its origins.
John Brutnell
Founding group
Helped establish the Melton running club after running with Wreake Runners.
Club contact details
Public information from the club or its governing-body directory.
Junior enquiries
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Club history and information sources
Profile reviewed 2026-10-16. Training arrangements can change; check with the club before attending.
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