We need you!!!

25 October 2025 - By Karen Flowers

As we’ve had so many lovely new people join WRC this year, I thought it would be a good time to explain a few things before we start asking for Boxing Day 5 (BD5) volunteers next week.

You may not be aware, but we haven’t increased our membership fees in several years — and you might wonder how we’ve managed that?

Well, each year we host two major events:
🏃‍♂️ Boxing Day 5 (a 5-mile race) and
🏃‍♀️ May Day 10 (a 10-mile race).

These races, alongside membership subscriptions, are our main sources of income. They allow us to fund our cross-country and relay events, social activities throughout the year, and to keep our membership fees as low as possible.
Where else do you get so much for so little?

However, each year we face the same challenge — getting enough volunteers to help make these events a success. Each one requires around 50 to 60 volunteers, and we can’t do it without your support!

We understand everyone has busy lives, but your help is only needed for a few hours. And if you can’t make it yourself… why not volunteer a family member instead? 😄

So when you see the volunteer post go up for BD5, or a committee member comes round on a Tuesday asking for names — don’t hesitate! Add your name and come and help!
Your support really does make all the difference. 💪

Karen