Gateshead Harriers Explained

Gateshead Harriers is an athletics club based at Gateshead International Stadium in Gateshead, England.^[1]

History

Gateshead Harriers was founded in 1904 as Gateshead St. Mary's Church Running Club. Originally for men only, ladies were permitted to join from 1951 onwards. The club moved to its present site at Gateshead International Stadium in 1956. Today Gateshead Harriers & AC cater for all athletes from ages 8+ to veterans in all track, field, road and cross country disciplines through winter and summer.

Training

Historically, Gateshead Harriers & AC have trained on Tuesdays and Thursdays. This allows for competition to be commonly held on Sundays. Some athletes and training groups do however train on other days.

Notable athletes

• Brendan Foster (10,000m and 5,000m)^[2]
• Jonathan Edwards (triple jump)
• Richard Kilty (60m, 100m and 200m)
• Colin Walker (3000m steeplechase)

Notes and References

1. Web site: 22 November 2023 . Gateshead International Stadium could be run privately amid council shortfall . 29 February 2024 . ITV News.
2. Web site: 6 March 2019 . CEO club visit – Gateshead Harriers . 29 February 2024 . . en-GB.