🏁 Grand Prix 2026/27 – It’s About Showing Up 🏁
We’re excited to launch our 2026/27 Club Grand Prix calendar 🎉
Over the last few years, participation at Grand Prix events has been lower than we’d love – and the talk has been more about points rather than people. So this year, we want to reset the tone.
💛 The Grand Prix isn’t just about winning – it’s about taking part.
It’s about turning up in club colours, cheering each other on, sharing lifts, post-race coffees, laughs, nerves, and finish-line smiles. Every runner there is promoting the club and strengthening our team spirit – and that, in itself, is a win.
Whether you’re racing flat-out, jogging it in, running your first ever event, or supporting from the sidelines – you belong in the Grand Prix. Every finish counts. Every appearance matters.
🏃♀️🏃♂️ Yes, there are points. Yes, points mean prizes. But the real goal? Seeing more of us on start lines, enjoying races together, and reminding ourselves why being part of a running club is so special.
So for 2026/27, let’s:
✔️ Prioritise participation
✔️ Support each other
✔️ Build that team buzz
✔️ And most importantly — have fun doing it
Check out the calendar, pick a few races that work for you, and get involved. Show up. Run together. That’s the real victory. 🏆
📋 The Small Print (aka the important stuff!)
• Of the 24 events listed, your best 7 results count
• You must compete in a minimum of 5 events to qualify for awards.
• Categories: SM, M40, M50, M60, M70+, SL, L35, L45, L55, L65+
🤝You must be a club member at the time of the event.
👕 Club vests must be worn at all events.
📝 Registration should be made under Torbay AAC.
📅 What’s New for 2026/27?
You’ll notice the calendar now includes a monthly social run 🎉
By adding these to the calendar, we can avoid clashes with Grand Prix races – helping maximise participation – and it also means everyone can save the dates well in advance. Win-win!
And talking of saving dates… ⛺👇
🍎 Camping Weekend Alert! 🍎
You’ll spot a Camping Weekend in the calendar too! In previous years we’ve had an absolute blast at the Rat Race, but sadly that event is no longer running. Instead, we’ve found a brilliant alternative — the Cider Challenge (yes… cider is involved! 😄).
This is shaping up to be a fantastic club weekend for runners and supporters alike, so we strongly recommend booking early to avoid missing out — on places and the fun!
⛰️ New Race Addition: Meldon Madness
Another newbie this year is the Meldon Madness fell race. Fell races were suggested by several members, and I’m assured this one is a beautiful, picturesque route. Even better – it’s for charity ❤️
⚠️ Places are limited, so if this one takes your fancy, sign up early.
Click here to see our calender: TAC Grand Prix Calendar 2026_27
Everyone is welcome to join our social runs, keep an eye on our socials for meet-up details 📍
💬 Any feedback? Drop them in the comments – we’d love to hear from you!
Happy racing!