About Us
LEAMINGTON CYCLING & ATHLETICS CLUB
Leamington’s Original Athletics Club
We believe athletics is for everyone. At LC&AC our mission is to provide world-class coaching, a welcoming environment and a pathway to competition for every athlete — whatever their age, ability or ambition.
Founded in 1928 through the amalgamation of the Leamington Cycling Club and Athletic Club — with roots stretching back to Leamington Harriers in 1868 — we are one of the oldest and most established athletics clubs in the Midlands.
Based at Edmondscote Athletics Track in Leamington Spa, we are a full multi-discipline club covering track and field, cross country, road running and cycling. Our 12 UKA qualified coaches work with athletes from age 8 through to masters level, from complete beginners to national and international competitors.
In 2025 we finished second in the Midlands Senior Track & Field League — our highest ever placing in nearly 100 years of competition.
our mission
We believe athletics is for everyone
At LC&AC our mission is to provide world-class coaching, a welcoming environment and a pathway to competition for every athlete — whatever their age, ability or ambition.
15
UKA Qualified Coaches
Since 1868
Leamington’s original athletics club
3
England Athletics National Award winners
2nd
Midlands Senior League 2025 — highest ever finish
what we offer
A full multi-discipline athletics club
Sprints & Track
Sprints, Hurdles & Relays
From 60m to 400m, our sprint and hurdles coaches work with athletes of all ages and abilities — from first-timers to county & national standard competitors. Find out more →
Endurance
Middle & Long Distance
Whether you’re targeting your first 1500m or chasing a marathon PB, our endurance group trains together on the track and on the roads around Leamington Spa. Find out more →
Cross Country
Cross Country & Road Running
We compete in the Midland Cross Country League and beyond, with athletes regularly qualifying for regional and national championships. All abilities welcome. Find out more →
throws
Shot, Hammer, Discus, Javelin
Coached by Joshua Bain — GB para-athlete and British record holder in both shot put and discus — our throws group welcomes beginners through to competitive athletes. Find out more →
jumps
Long, Triple, High & Pole Vault
One of the few clubs in Warwickshire with a dedicated pole vault facility. Our jumps coaching covers all four jumping events for juniors and seniors alike. Find out more →
Juniors
Young Athletes aged 8-17
Our junior section introduces young athletes to all disciplines in a fun, structured and safe environment at Edmondscote Track, with qualified coaches at every session. Find out more
OUR TEAM
The people who run the club
Leamington C&AC is run by a volunteer committee of elected members who give their time to ensure the club operates effectively, safely and in the best interests of all members.
Roger Gardner
President, Leamington Cycling & Athletics Club
David Ashbourne
Chair, Athletics Section
Christopher Hitchman
Treasurer
Steve Raven
Secretary, Athletics Section
Steve Raven (TBC)
Membership Secretary
Mary Hodges
Officials Coordinator
Christine McAleenan
Coaching Coordinator
Louise Morrey
Welfare Officer
Jim Sinnott
Safety Officer
Welfare & Safeguarding — If you have a welfare or safeguarding concern relating to the club, please contact our Club Welfare Officer Louise Morrey directly at welfare@leamingtoncac.org.uk. All concerns are treated seriously and in confidence. Find out more about Safeguarding
Affiliations & memberships
Part of the wider athletics family
Leamington C&AC is affiliated to England Athletics — the national governing body for athletics in England. All members receive England Athletics registration as part of their membership. England Athletics →
We compete as part of Warwickshire County Athletics Association in county and regional competitions. Warwickshire County AA →
Fixtures, club results, athlete rankings and coach data can be found on Power Of 10. powerof10.uk →
Nearly 160 Years of Athletics in Leamington Spa
From Leamington Harriers in 1868 to world records, Paralympic Games athletes and national champions — our history is one of the most remarkable of any athletics club in the Midlands.