harriers Committee

Like many people I started running later in life. Mainly because I was inspired to try to run a marathon after seeing the one in Brighton where I used to live. After running 4 marathons I decided that was enough, so I now stick to half Marathons or 10km events. Running is a great way to get out and exercise and with Halterworth Harriers I find there is also always someone free to run with. I love the social aspect this brings and it allows me to eat more cake! I must admit I am a parkrun addict, you will find me at Ganger Farm most Saturday mornings at 9am and if not there I am sure to be running somewhere.

Hi, I'm Paul. I used to hate the thought of running, preferring other sports, but my wife nagged me for 6 months until I joined the Harriers way back in November 2004. Running then changed for me. Instead of it being something to hate, I grew to love it, encouraged and motivated by the people I ran with, until now it is something I would miss terribly if I couldn't do it. I have proven to myself that even in middle age, it is still possible to improve and set PBs. I thoroughly enjoy races, particularly the inter-club cross-country ones, where being part of a team is as important as your own individual performance.

I'm Verity and I joined the club in 2021. I started running in 2019 to keep fit, and soon discovered I appreciate the motivation that comes with club membership! I don't enter many races, but I do like to run as part of a Harriers team - in the CC6 and RR10 series and the fantastic Romsey Relay Marathon. More recently I've discovered a love for trail running; it's hard to beat a Sunday run through the New Forest with excellent Harriers company of course!

I’m Billy and I fulfil the role of Welfare. After a knee injury I took a 15 year break from any sport until I realised how out of shape I was just pushing a pram around. A friend helped me through couch to 5K and then we joined the Harriers. A few years later I managed to run a marathon, something I never thought I would do. The Harriers provide an encouraging group to suit everybody and my favourite time of the week is the Sunday social run. I may not be as fast or have as much stamina as I would like but I know that the more I put in, the better I feel.

Hi, I'm Liz, and I'm a fair weather runner. That's not quite true, but I do find it much easier to go out when the sun is shining! As a full-time working, busy mum of two, fitting in a run around work and family life can sometimes be tricky, but I always feel better when I do. I'm a huge believer in the virtues of getting outside (#GetOutside), and the Harriers are always there to support and motivate, when you need to do just that.

I'm Suzanne and I was persuaded to join the Harriers in 2011 and haven't looked back since! 

I have done lots of races including several full and half marathons and I was lucky enough to get a club ballot place in the London Marathon in 2013. Team events such as the RR10/CC6 leagues and the Romsey Relay Marathon are my absolute favourites. I also enjoy being part of the committee as social secretary, and I write articles for the Romsey Advertiser. Joining the Halterworth Harriers is one of the best things I've ever done and I'd highly recommend it; maintaining fitness and motivation are key benefits but also making lifelong friendships along the way. 

Hi I'm Kirsty, part of the Committee and joined the Harriers in 2015 after taking part in the Romsey Relay Marathon. Up until that point, I was never a keen runner but since joining the Harriers it has motivated me to sign up to a range of different events and challenges. I have made some wonderful friends and there's always someone to run with. In October 2021, I completed the virtual London Marathon, which I never thought was achievable. Having my fellow Harriers to accompany me en route enabled me to achieve this!