Griffithstown Harriers was set up in September 1983 and is recognised as a well-established running club in South Wales.
We are based at Glan-yr-Afon Leisure Ltd, on Edlogan Way, Cwmbran, Torfaen. We are within easy reach of Newport & Pontypool. We are a friendly social club, welcoming runners of all abilities who wish to participate in road running, multi terrain, fell running and cross country events. The club participates in the Gwent League and the Gwent Leisure Centre Leagues.

Griffithstown Harriers take pride in welcoming all abilities to the sport of running. Training with like-minded, experienced runners reduces the risk of injuries and helps maintain motivation.
Our web site contains information about races & results, training, links to related sites and news and events of interest.

News and Events - Updates:

19 June - Details, photos and results of Man v Horse

June 11 - Added photos of Rack Raid, and link to Results.

We meet every Tuesday & Thursday at 7pm. If you are interested in joining us, simply come along and try a few sessions.
Come and try for yourself:

Annual Membership is £30 - or £60 to include membership of Glan Yr Afon Leisure Club.
Payment may be made by standing order, £7.50 or £15 per quarter

Membership Forms

Standing Order Mandate

LlanbedrBlaenafon
(since 1980)

View of the Blorenge from Abergavenny. By Ralph Rawlinson.

April 4th 12 Noon.

This was the first year that Griffithstown Harriers hosted this prestigious race - first run way back in 1980.
Covering some 16 miles, climbing 4,500 feet, the course starts at Llanbedr Village, and takes you up and over 3 mountains. Crug Mawr, Sugar Loaf, and the Blorenge. The finish, with welcome showers and refreshments, is at Blaenafon Rugby Club.

Entry forms, maps, and full details may be found on the dedicated Race Page.

Updated with Photo's. 20 May.
Updated with Results 5th April.

If you enjoy a challenging run, this is the one for you.

A 10k road race held in memory of one of our members, Richard Davies.

The route follows a circular course around Sorbrook, Llandegveth reservoir and New Inn.

This year's event is on 10th May at 11am. Full details are on the Sorbrook Challenge Race Page.

Boxing Day Fancy Dress

5 Mile Fun Run

Our informal atmosphere for this race makes it a popular event enjoyed by many every year.

A two lap course around Croesyceiliog and Llanyrafon.
After the run there are refreshments in the Glan Yr Afon Club.

Prizes for the first man and first lady home, best fancy dress prize, and many spot prizes.

Boxing Day Race Page

Contact:

Griffithstown Harriers 2009