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Thurrock Harriers
Grays · Thurrock · England
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Thurrock Harriers is a volunteer-run track and field club at Blackshots Athletics Stadium in Grays, with roots dating to 1949.
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About Thurrock Harriers
Thurrock Harriers was founded in 1949 by Ken Batty and Geoff Edwards. The club grew from athletics organised around Grays Athletic and Social Club, eventually moving through local school grounds to Blackshots. It now serves athletes in Grays and the wider Thurrock area of Essex, England.
Its history records the development of the Blackshots track, including a cinder surface ready for county competition in 1962 and a later all-weather facility. Mel Batty and Alistair McIlroy are among the athletes associated with the club's past, rather than names presented as current members.
The volunteer-run club offers track and field training across age groups at Blackshots Athletics Stadium on Springfield Road. Tuesday and Thursday sessions are advertised, with age-specific arrangements and some Sunday training at coaches' discretion. Prospective athletes should contact the secretary or membership team to find an appropriate group before attending.
Established 1949
Notable members, past and present
Ken Batty
Founder
Identified in the club history as a founder in 1949.
Geoff Edwards
Founder
Identified in the club history as a founder in 1949.
Mel Batty
Historical club athlete
Named in the club's account of its athletics history.
Alistair McIlroy
Historical club athlete
Named in the club's account of its athletics history.
Club contact details
Public information from the club or its governing-body directory.
Club secretary
thurrockharrierssecretary@outlook.comMembership enquiries
membership.thurrock@gmail.comClub history and information sources
Profile reviewed 2026-10-16. Training arrangements can change; check with the club before attending.
Athletes at this club
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