ARC Running – Coffee Hub

For the running community, the local coffee shop is the new pub. It’s where runners go after their Saturday parkrun, Sunday long run or midweek session, to unwind. We talk about all things running over a steaming hot Americano and a croissant, or a latte and our favourite cinnamon roll. And because we love to talk about running so much, we often double down for a second or even a third cup of our favourite beverage.

An ARC Running Coffee Hub is a welcoming café that becomes a regular meeting place for runners. It isn’t a running club venue or exclusive to one group. It’s open to anyone who runs, solo runners, beginner runners, club runners and more. It’s a place where all runners can meet up, share experiences, and feel part of the wider running community.

By partnering with ARC, your café becomes part of a growing network of runner-friendly venues. As runners return week after week, you’ll build a loyal customer base that doesn’t just visit after a run but often comes back throughout the week, recommending your café to friends, family, and fellow runners.

It’s a win-win partnership. Runners enjoy a welcoming community, your café benefits from increased footfall and loyal customers, and together we help grow a healthier, more connected running community.

Why Become an ARC Running Coffee Hub?

• Increase Saturday morning footfall by welcoming runners after parkrun and group runs.
• Build a loyal customer base with runners who return week after week.
• Attract new local customers through the ARC Running community.
• Be promoted by ARC across our website, social media, newsletters, and Coffee Hub directory.
• Stand out from other cafés as an official runner-friendly venue.
• Strengthen your community presence by supporting local health, wellbeing, and connection.
• Benefit from word-of-mouth marketing as runners recommend your café to friends, family, and fellow runners.
• Receive a Coffee Hub Partner Pack, including window branding, posters, flyers, and social media assets.
• No complicated commitment, simply provide a warm welcome and great coffee while ARC helps promote your partnership.
• Become part of a growing national network connecting independent coffee shops with the running community.