Leagues & Races

Find Your Next Challenge

At Netley Abbey Runners, there’s always something to look forward to on the race calendar!

Whether you love road running, trail adventures, or muddy cross-country mornings, our club takes part in several friendly local leagues that welcome all abilities— no pressure, just participation and fun.

Joining in is a fantastic way to stay motivated, run with friends, and represent NAR in events across Hampshire and beyond.
There’s always someone to travel with, cheer you on, or share a post-race coffee and cake afterwards!

Which Races Can You Join?

Here’s a quick overview of the leagues we take part in — each with its own page for full details, dates, and how to get involved:

HRRL – Hampshire Road Race League
A series of road races (5 miles to half marathons) across Hampshire — perfect for chasing PBs or enjoying organised events.
RR10 – Summer Cross Country League
Free, friendly evening trail races held in local parks and forests throughout the summer.
CC6 – Winter Cross Country League
Sunday morning off-road runs through woodland and open countryside — fun, muddy, and sociable.
NAR Grand Prix (NAR GP)
Our internal club challenge that rewards participation, consistency, and team spirit all year long.

Netley Abbey runners and their cheer squad

Netley Abbey runners on a summer evening

Why Join a League Race?

Meet runners of all levels — there’s always someone at your pace
Explore new routes and locations
Enjoy a huge sense of team spirit and shared achievement
Represent Netley Abbey Runners with pride
Many events are free for members!

How to Get Involved

Simply check the event list on our Facebook Members Groupor visit the individual race pages linked above for full details and fixture lists.
New to racing? Just talk to one of our League Reps— they’ll help you register, arrange travel, and make sure you’re supported on the day.

Come along, wear your NAR colours, and be part of something brilliant. Because every finish line feels better when you’re crossing it with friends.

League Runs – Why They Matter

Netley Abbey Runners is part of the local running leagues, CC6 , HRRL & RR10, and we pay as a club to take part. To score league points, we must field a minimum team at each event.

What counts as a team?

4 runners are needed for a team (Ideally 4 men and 4 women)
Without this, the club scores no league points, even if NAR runners turn up

When we ask for a “team”, it’s simply to make sure Netley Abbey Runners is represented and our results count.

You don’t need to be fast

League runs are not about speed. Points are based on finishing positions, not pace — every finisher counts.

If you run steadily, are near the back, or are building confidence, you are just as important to the team as the fastest runners.

What league runs are really about

Turning up and supporting the club
Running as part of a team
Enjoying different events and routes
Wearing the NAR vest with pride

In short: we need people, not speed. If you turn up and finish, you’re helping the club

Netley Abbey Runners take part in several friendly race series across the year — from local road leagues to cross-country and our own club Grand Prix. There’s something for everyone, whatever your pace or goals.