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Sunday with Solo Connects

We are pleased to let you know we are trying something new for the club runs at 9am on Sunday 15 February 2026 to celebrate Singles Awareness Day.

The main runs, Club Social, Step Up and Ramble will be the normal format for all our runners and will go from the Milton Keynes Gallery.

We will be doing this run in collaboration with ‘Solo Connects’, and some will join us for the runs and hopefully join the club for future running.

We are issuing a joint press release all about this collaboration – you can read it below, as a bonus all those taking part and staying for a post run/ramble cuppa will get a 10% discount off food or drinks in the cafe.

We look forward to this new exciting opportunity to reach a new audience of runners

Press Release
Solo Connects and Redway Runners join forces to celebrate Singles Awareness Day in Milton Keynes

Solo Connects and Redway Runners invite all single runners to a FREE run and social event for all abilities on Sunday 15th February 2026.
Solo Connects and Redway Runners are excited to announce a first-of-its-kind collaboration event on Sunday 15th February 2026, celebrating Singles Awareness Day with a fun, active and social gathering designed for singles to get outdoors, meet new people and build confidence in the fresh year.

Celebrating Singles Awareness Day
Singles Awareness Day, held annually on 15th February, offers a positive alternative to Valentine’s Day for people who are not currently in a romantic relationship. It highlights the joys of independence, the importance of friendships and self-appreciation, and celebrates the value of connections in all forms.
Singles Awareness Day isn’t about loneliness – it’s a celebration of independence, friendships, and self-love. The Solo Connects team knew that this was the perfect day to celebrate a collab with the largest running community in Milton Keynes. Singles will combine the benefits of physical wellbeing and an event designed to bring people together with a common interest.
It’s a positive and active way to meet new people, build confidence and enjoy the start of spring together.

“We’re thrilled to partner with Redway Runners for this event – a big part of the Solo Connects ethos is getting people out of their comfort zones and building up the confidence to try new things, so this is the perfect opportunity for singles to get out and give running a try. Singles Awareness Day is the perfect day to have a go at something new and see what it brings,” said Solo Connects co-founder Samantha Poole.

Sam’s co-founder, Rachel Allen adds: “There’s something for everyone with Redway Runners, so if you’re an experienced runner, you’ll enjoy the club run. I’m building up my running stamina again, so the Step-Up run is perfect for me, and Sam will enjoy a Ramble. Redway Runners has built up an incredible community across the City and we are excited to put on an event together.”

Martin, chair of Redway Runners said; “Redway Runners has always been about community and inclusivity. Running brings people together in a way few other activities do.  It’s social, healthy and welcoming to all abilities. We’re excited to open our club spirit to a new audience and celebrate Singles Awareness Day by helping everyone enjoy a run and make genuine local connections.” Martin Lawrence, Chair & Founder, Redway Runners

If you’re single in the City and would like to try out this collaborative event between Solo Connects and Redway Runners, please join them on Singles Awareness Day.

Notes for Editors:
Event Details:
Sunday 15th February 2026 – Singles Awareness Day
Group run and social meetup with Solo Connects & Redway Runners
️ Tickets & info: Secure your FREE tickets through the Solo Connects website www.soloconnects.co.uk/events  or Eventbrite

Solo Connects will join Redway Runners on their standard Sunday runs, which will leave from MK Gallery (see Eventbrite for details), this special event combines a relaxed group run led by Redway Runners with post-run coffee at MK Gallery, hosted by Solo Connects.

About Redway Runners
Redway Runners is an award-winning community running club based in Milton Keynes, welcoming runners of all abilities and backgrounds in a fun, friendly, social environment. With over 3,000 members, the club offers a range of weekly run groups, beginner courses and flagship events, and has been recognised for its community contribution with The King’s Award for Voluntary Services.

About Solo Connects
Solo Connects is the City’s fastest growing singles social community founded by Rachel Allen and Samantha Poole in 2024. Born from a desire to move beyond dating app fatigue, Solo Connects creates real-world social and dating events that bring people together in relaxing, pressure-free settings. Events range from mixers and coffee meetups to themed socials and group activities across Herts, Beds, Bucks and Northants.  Since their launch little over a year ago, they’ve hosted 60 dating events for almost 5,000 city singles.