About Us

Colchester & Tendring Athletics Club has been at the forefront of athletics in Colchester since its inception in 1983, although our roots preceed this date.

Originally formed in the 1920's under the name of Colchester Harriers, we hosted many events including the Essex championship, held in the castle meadow now the cricket ground.  After the war athletics returned to the town with a new club known as Colchester Garrison AC with many members from the garrison itself.  Only a few years passed when there was a split from the army personnel which brought about Colchester Athletic AC. some of our current life members were involved with the first few years.

Clacton AC was started in 1963 but only lasted 3-4 years, this was followed by Tendring AC who enjoyed many years of athletics on their grass track in Clacton.
In 1983 Colchester Athletic AC and Tendring AC merged to form the club we know today.

We compete in the following leagues: 
Southern Athletics league
Eastern Young Athletics League
East Anglian League

Club Contacts

Chairman: Alan Palmer  chair@cat-ac.co.uk,

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Our committee and dedicated coaches believe passionately in the long term athlete development, where we are constantly striving for success and enjoyment through athletics.  As a non-profit-making organisation run by volunteers, we are always on the lookout for extra help, whether it's organising a competing team for the leagues or becoming a coach yourself.  If you can spare some time please contact us or speak to anyone at the track.

Our home track is the Colchester Garrison Athletics Stadium (below) and we train on Monday and Wednesday evenings.


Track Location

Colchester Garrison Athletics Stadium
Colchester Garrison
Circular Road North
COLCHESTER
CO2 7TL
Further information about the Colchester Garrison track is available at the UK Running Track Directory.