The Social Club Disguised as a Run - Bubble Works Running Community Bishop's Stortford - Chris Holt
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Chris Holt – Bubbleworks Running Club (Beer Shop Run Club)
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Chris Holt – Community Organiser, Bubbleworks Running Club
Website: https://www.bubbleworksrunco.co.uk/
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Based out of The Beer Shop, Bishop’s Stortford, Bubbleworks Running Club is a friendly, inclusive running community combining movement, social connection, and a well-earned beer.
The club runs every second and fourth Thursday, offering a relaxed 5–5.4km run followed by a half-price beer at The Beer Shop.
The Beer Shop:
https://www.beershophq.uk/
What Bubbleworks Running Club Is About
Open to all abilities
5k runners from sub-20 minutes to 40+ minutes
No one runs alone
Head torches encouraged in winter
No paperwork, no pressure, no commitment
Turn up, run, chat, stay for a drink
The group has grown to around 20–25 regular runners, many of whom are new to Bishop’s Stortford and found community through running and social connection.
Stortford Spotlight Answers
1. Billboard in Jackson Square
“Join us for a run at Beer Shop.”
A simple invitation for anyone new to town or looking for an easy way to meet people.
2. Secret Spot in Town
Uppers Coffee, Stansted
Chris’s go-to spot for a brown sugar iced coffee, friendly faces, and a quiet moment.
https://www.upperscoffee.co.uk/
3. Local Legends to Spotlight
Helping Herts
A charity of charities supporting multiple causes across Hertfordshire, helping funds reach a wide range of local good causes.
How to Get Involved
Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bwrc_stortford/
Turn up at The Beer Shop
Runs start 7:00pm (arrive around 6:45pm)
No sign-up needed — just trainers and a willingness to give it a go
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