OK so ignore the picutre above, it won't be like this, but this is the sort of thing you could perhaps use these to train for (the pic is from the Man v Horse marathon in Wales that we try and do every year). The session encompasses a run, a huge meal, good company, and a few drinks on a Sunday afternoon safe in the knowledge you deserve every bit of it. Perfect! Depending on turnout we'll usually have 2 groups, one at about 7-8 min/mile pace, and one at about 9 min/mile pace, and will run a distance decided on the day - usually between 5-8 miles.

Time: run 11am, lunch afterwards until...whenever!

Date: various Sundays, check monthly summary pages for specific dates

Cost: £free to attend, just the £1 for the gym and whatever you spend on lunch.