About Us

Thetford Athletic Club was originally formed in 1974. The Club has grown in recent years and now boasts 40 juniors and 45 seniors. We compete in a wide variety of events including track and field, Sportshall, cross country, and, in more recent times, adventure racing and Ultra Marathoning.

Thetford Athletic Club was originally formed in 1974. The club is affiliated to the governing bodies of England Athletics, UK Athletics, Norfolk AAA and South of England AAA.

The club has both a junior and senior section. The junior club welcomes prospective members of all standards from age 8 upwards. Juniors compete in track & field in the summer months and cross-country in the winter months. Coaching is provided by experienced UK Athletics qualified coaches in all disciplines – sprints, hurdles, jumps, middle & long distance and throws.

Junior athletes have the opportunity to compete in a variety of competitions including Eastern Young Athletes League, East Anglian League, County Championships, AAA Championship as well as open meetings. Juniors meet at Kilverstone Hall, Thetford, IP24 2RL on Monday and Thursday evenings and on Saturday mornings.

The senior group compete in races the length and breadth of the country from 5k to Ultra Marathons and meet regularly for training sessions, social events and races. This group is open to all standards and regular coaching sessions are provided by friendly, experienced qualified coaches. The Seniors meet on Wednesday evenings.

Whatever your ability, from beginners to seasoned athletes you will be assured of a warm and friendly welcome.