The club was founded in 2002 by a group of passionate runners who were also members of the Village Health & Fitness Club. Since its inception, Hyde Village Striders has grown significantly and now boasts around 190 regular members. While many members train at Astley Sports Village, membership of the sports village is not a requirement to join the club.

In April 2011, Hyde Village Striders hosted its inaugural event, the Stride Through the Woods Multi-Terrain 5k. The event was a tremendous success and has become an annual fixture alongside the Millbrook Monster 10k. Half of the profits from these races are donated to the club’s chosen charity, with the remainder supporting the club’s operations and future events.

Each year, the club supports new runners through its free 12-week ‘Stride Out’ programme, offered two or three times annually. This initiative helps beginners build confidence and improve fitness. Interested individuals are encouraged to contact the club to join the next programme.

Hyde Village Striders Running Club is based at Astley Sports Village, Yew Tree Lane, Dukinfield, Greater Manchester SK16 5BL