Meet our Committee members
Louise Hawker
Membership secretary
Tracy Giddings
Social Secretary
I’m one of the original members who helped set up Harold Wood Running Club,
I’ve been with the Club for 10 years and had a very active role throughout
my time, from helping arrange Events, organising events and helping with the
day to day activities of the Club.
Simon Meacher
Chairman
I joined Harold Wood Running Club in 2022 after a ten‑year break from running. Lockdown pushed me through Couch to 5k and reignited a passion I thought I’d lost. I may not have my old speed, but the drive to improve is stronger than ever. This club keeps me motivated—every run, every bit of encouragement, every friendship. Training with runners of all abilities reminds me that progress is always possible and every step forward counts.
Martin Hawker
Race Secretary
Elaine Richardson
Club Secretary
I started running late in life attending Raphael’s Parkrun and have been hooked ever since.
When I joined HWRC, whilst striving for improvement, discovered the club do not forget the importance of running for fun.
I love being part of such a welcoming, friendly club and happy to now have the opportunity to give something back by joining the Committee.
Tom Miller
MEN’S CAPTAIN
I joined Harold Wood Run Club in 2025. Before that, I had been doing parkrun on and off since 2016, and from 2023 I started attending Raphael Park parkrun more regularly. It was there that I noticed a lot of members from the club and decided to join myself.
Since then, I’ve really enjoyed being part of the club – improving my running while also making a lot of good friends along the way.
In 2026 I joined the committee as Men’s Captain. In this role I aim to support and encourage members, help create a welcoming environment, and contribute to the continued growth and success of the club.
Siobhan Eaton
Kit Officer
I started running late 2020 and after my first parkrun and meeting some of the team, I joined HWRC. Since then I’ve taken part in races and met lots of new friends. Being part of the club is great if you want to improve your running or just want a bit of company – I find running with others much more fun! In 2024 I joined the committee as I really enjoy helping out where I can and to give something back.
Clare Whitby
Publicity Officer
Welfare Officer
Steve Gourley
Treasurer
Alison Hagon
Ladies Captain
Joaquin Polo
Website/Technical Officer
I started hiking in the mountains. Also doing other activities like climbing, mountaineering, canoeing, cycling, etc. I started to do more and more hiking activities. I did a technical trails course in the mountaineering federation.
I had learned how to design and do trails in the mountain. I have done some quality control of some trails. I started running to do more intensive exercise in the city. Later I did some run in the mountains.
I have done some road races and some trail runs in the mountains, including 2 ultras. It helps me to disconnect mentally.
I became a leader to help people start running.
Jonny Waterfield
Lead Welfare Officer