On your marks… Holland & Barrett launches beginner-friendly Run Clubs to raise pulses, awareness and money for Sport Relief
21 July 2025
Holland & Barrett, the UK’s leading health and wellness retailer, has launched ‘Monday Miles’, beginner-friendly run clubs from stores across the UK to encourage people to take their first step into the world of running as a means of leading a healthier and happier lifestyle, while raising funds for Sport Relief.
Kicking off from the H&B store in Manchester on 21 July, the run will be hosted by The Running Charity which is funded by Comic Relief, who introduces young people that are experiencing homelessness to the power of fitness through their nationwide hubs.
Each H&B session will expertly coach all attendees through the course and teach them the positive benefits of running. The initiative is designed to encourage people who have never run before, or who might feel intimidated by traditional running groups, to take the first step, in a supportive, community-led environment.
Participants are encouraged to arrive at the store from 6:00pm, ready for a 6:30pm run start. Each session includes a warm-up led by expert coaches, before running along a planned route that loops back to the start location for the coaches to provide feedback while ensuring no one is left behind.
Expert advice will be offered along the way on posture and form, as well as guidance on cooling-down and products to aid recovery at the finish line.
All runners will receive a goody bag upon the completion of the run worth up to £65, packed with H&B goodies to help keep attendees moving better, feeling stronger and recovering quicker long after the event.
Holland & Barrett and Comic Relief both recognise the benefits of running to support people’s lives and the connection between physical and mental wellbeing. That’s why Holland & Barrett are supporting this summer’s Sport Relief Campaign, which will raise funds for vital projects that support mental health and help young people build self-esteem and resilience through sport.
‘Monday Miles’ Run Clubs will be taking place across the UK this summer, arriving in Manchester, London, Birmingham, Cardiff and Nottingham.
How to sign up:
Spaces are limited and sure to go fast, so don’t miss your chance to join the Manchester experience. Tickets cost just £5 per person and can be booked via Eventbrite here
All money raised from tickets sold will be donated to Comic Relief*. Attendees will also receive a gift card on arrival to the value of their ticket cost.