Welcome to the SE Fitness Autumn Newsletter!
Firstly, a huge welcome to all our new members! The Autumn / Winter season is always a busy one so it’s a great time to join.
Safety First: Staying Visible & Prepared
With the darker evenings now upon us, it’s brilliant to see so many of you already kitted out in hi-vis for our sessions. As we move more onto the roads and tackle the ever-changing terrain in the park, safety becomes even more important.
So, just a gentle reminder—make sure you’re visible, alert, and wearing the right footwear for the conditions. Walkers, you might find walking boots more comfortable as the ground gets wetter, and for all of us it’s worth remembering to pick those feet up, give each other a bit of space, and slow down when needed. Tree roots, slippery leaves, wheelie bins and even the odd reversing car can easily catch us out!
Please take the time to read our Guide to Walking and Running Safely | SE Fitness | Running and Walking for Fitness —it’s well worth a read if you haven’t already. Staying prepared means we can all keep enjoying our runs and walks together.
What’s Coming Up
Winter is always such a busy (and fun!) time for SE Fitness. We’ve got our Christmas party around the corner—tickets are going fast with over 60 of you already signed up, with an equal amount of runners and walkers, so it’s shaping up to be a brilliant evening. Just a heads-up though: this year you pre-order your meal, so we won’t be able to squeeze in any last-minute additions. If you’re thinking of joining us, don’t hang about!
On top of that, we’ll also have our informal Christmas drinks, Saturday breakfasts, the final C25 graduation of the year, and of course the Santa Run/Walk—so plenty of reasons to get together, celebrate, and enjoy the season.
And one more bit of good news—we’ve added a new Friday walk at 11am. We will continue with this throughout October. If it proves popular, we’ll make it a permanent fixture, so if Fridays suit you, come along and give it a go.
Our Couch to 5K group is flying! Just three weeks in and they’re already making fantastic progress. It’s been especially inspiring to see some of our walkers step up to the challenge and give running a go.
Their big graduation day will be at Sutton Park parkrun on Saturday 8th November, and we’d love a big SE Fitness turnout to cheer them on, run alongside them, and help make it a really special occasion.
Don’t forget, your membership means you can mix and match across all our sessions. So if you fancy trying something new, go for it—you never know who you’ll meet or what you might enjoy!
What Have You Been Up To?
It’s been fantastic to see so many of you out and about representing SE Fitness! This weekend we have a large group taking on the Shenstone 10K—for many it will be their very first event (and their very first medal!), which is such an exciting milestone. Good luck to those taking part.
And that’s not all—our runners and walkers have been very busy. From local races to social walks, it’s inspiring to see the variety of challenges and adventures you’ve been enjoying.
Here are just a few snapshots of what we’ve been up to together…
What’s coming up?
Get Festive for a Great Cause – Join the Annual Santa Run/Walk! ❄️ ⛄
Lace up your trainers and don your best Santa gear or Christmas fancy dress – it’s time for the much-loved SE Fitness Charity Santa Run! All in support of Acacia Family Support and Our Place Support, two amazing local charities making a real difference in our community.
Whether you’re walking or running, this event is about fun, fitness, and giving back.
Great event for all of the family!
Event Details:
- Date: Sunday, 7th December
- Time: 10:00 AM
- Location: Sutton Park (Town Gate)
- Distance: 5K Walk or Run – suitable for all ages and fitness levels!
️ Tickets:
- Adults:£15
- Children:£7.50
- Family of 4:£39
What’s Included:
- Santa Hat
- Finisher’s Medal
- Goody Bag
Plus: Prizes for Best Dressed – so bring your festive spirit and jingle all the way!
Book Now: SE Fitness’ Santa Run 2025 at Town Gate Sutton Park event tickets from TicketSource
Christmas Party Alert – Save the Date & Grab Your Tickets!
Join us for a fabulous SE Fitness Christmas Party at a brand-new venue this year:
Venue: Aston Wood Golf Club
Date: Friday, 28th November
Time: 7:00 PM – Midnight
️ Tickets: £39.50
Enjoy an evening of delicious food, music, dancing, and festive cheer in a beautiful setting!
️ Dinner Menu (2 Courses – Choose One of Each):
Main Course
• Supreme of chicken wrapped in Parma ham, with white wine velouté
• Roast pork loin with sage & onion stuffing, finished with cider gravy
• Mushroom, Brie & cranberry Wellington with orange & thyme gravy (Vegetarian)
Dessert
• Vanilla cheesecake with berry compote
• Warm chocolate brownie with ice cream
• Traditional apple pie with custard
Payment: Please send to the usual SE Fitness account and include your name in the reference.
️ We’ll be in touch closer to the event to confirm your meal choices.
Track Sessions – Now on Wednesdays! ♀️ ♂️
Think speedwork is just for fast runners? Think again! Our new Wednesday track sessions at 6:45 PM offer structured training to build speed and endurance.
Wyndley Running Track
£3 members / £6 non-members
Receive your results by email each week
Our Walking Groups are Thriving! ♀️ ♂️
Our walking groups are going from strength to strength, with new members joining every week—it’s wonderful to see so many of you embracing the benefits of walking for fitness, fun, and friendship.
For those who are generally fit and walk regularly, our Walk Plus sessions offer a more brisk pace and take place on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday at 9:30 AM and Monday evenings at 6:00 PM.
If you’re after a slightly gentler pace but still want a good workout, our Walk Fitness groups are a great option, meeting on Monday, Thursday and Fridays at 11:00 AM, Saturday at 9:00 AM,
And for anyone new to exercise or looking for a relaxed, sociable experience, our Wellness Walk is ideal—it’s a gentle, supportive session held every Wednesday at 11:00 AM. There’s truly something for everyone, so come and join us!
Snowdon Hike – Saturday 25th April 2026 ⛰️ ️
Join us for a rewarding adventure up Snowdon, the highest mountain in England and Wales.
Coach from Wyndley at 6:15 AM
Approx. 6.5 hour hike
️ Roast dinner at Chainbridge Hotel on the way back
£69 pp (includes transport & meal) – £20 deposit now
To book, just pay your deposit to the usual SE Fitness account.
SE Member discounts ️
If you need to refresh your clothing or grab new trainers or walking boots for the Winter we’ve got you covered!
Sutton Runner, Boldmere will be offering 20% discount on all full price items from Monday 29th to Saturday 4th October.
Sportology in Boldmere will offer discount on all SE merchandise from Saturday 20th September until Saturday 4th October. We have new items including a hi-vis gilet, beanie hats and headbands.
Discounts will be available online or instore. SE Fitness – Sportology
Year round discounts:
Fantastic news! You now receive 20% discount in-store at Mountain warehouse as well as online!
You get 20% off all Mountain Warehouse products even those that are in the sale, so grab yourself a bargain! Great variety of walking boots and outdoor clothing.
Ask your leader for the discount code.
https://www.mountainwarehouse.com/
Do you need a new pair of trainers, think about replacing them every 6 months or if you have reached between 300-500miles on them. If that’s you then SportsShoes is the place to go with 15% off. Ask your leader for the discount code.
Want to run better and injury free? The Running School Birmingham are offering their services for a 10% discount:
Do your feet need some TLC or have an injury that needs some support then Walsh Podiatry can help. They are offering 10% off your first appointment.
http://www.walshpodiatry.co.uk
✨ Dates for Your Diary ✨
Monday 6th October – Moon Walk/Run @ Sutton Park
Enjoy the magic of the park under the glow of the supermoon. Don’t forget your torch and hi-vis!
Wednesday 5th November – Moon Run @ Sutton Park
Another chance to experience the beauty of the park at night—peaceful, atmospheric, and something a little different.
Saturday 15th November – Saturday Morning Breakfast
A lovely way to kick off the weekend together! Venue TBA—watch this space.
Friday 28th November, 7:00 PM – Midnight – SE Fitness Christmas Party @ Aston Wood Golf Club
An evening of food, music, dancing, and festive cheer! Tickets £39.50—don’t miss out.
Wednesday 3rd December – Moon Run @ Sutton Park
Our final moonlit adventure of the year—wrap up warm and soak in the sparkle of the supermoon.
Sunday 7th December, 10:00 AM – SE Fitness Santa Run/Walk @ Sutton Park (Town Gate)
Fun for the whole family, all in aid of charity. Dress festive, bring your sparkle, and jingle all the way!
Monday 15th December, 7:45 PM – Christmas Drinks @ The Station Pub
A relaxed evening to toast the season with friends old and new.
As you can see, there’s plenty happening at SE Fitness over the coming weeks, and we’d love you to be part of it all. Whether you’re joining us for a moonlit walk, a festive celebration, or simply enjoying your regular run or walk, thank you for making our community so special. Together we’ll keep moving!
Jo & the SE Team
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