There’s something special about running in the morning by the sea – and Stride St Ives captures that feeling perfectly. Meeting every Wednesday at 7:30am, this is a social run built around ease, encouragement and connection, not pace or pressure.
Stride St Ives was created as a place for people who enjoy running but don’t want competition dictating the experience. The founding idea is simple and refreshing: everyone runs together at the pace of the slowest person. No one gets dropped. No one rushes ahead. The group pauses to regroup, takes the odd silly photo, and keeps things light from start to finish.
The weekly run is around 5km, following routes that make the most of St Ives – coastal paths, picturesque streets, and sea views that remind you why you got out of bed in the first place. The pace is chatty, making it ideal for complete beginners, returners, or anyone who’s never quite felt at home in traditional run clubs.
What really brings Stride St Ives to life is the post-run socials. The run starts and finishes at Harbour View House Café, where the group settles in for coffee and a proper catch-up. Friendships form. Pace taking a back seat.
Behind the scenes, founders Luke and Sean quietly bring serious running pedigree. But their ultra experience is worn lightly. It shows up not in intensity, but in how confidently the club is held: safe, thoughtful, and genuinely inclusive. A supportive
Looking ahead, Stride St Ives plans to introduce 10km trail runs and a women-only evening run, designed specifically for those who don’t feel comfortable running alone after dark. True to the club’s roots, everything remains completely free and open to all.
If you’re looking for a run that feels more like a coastal ritual than a workout – fresh air, friendly faces, steady miles and coffee at the end – Stride St Ives is exactly that.
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