Coventry Godiva Harriers (CGH) is an athletics club based in Coventry, West Midlands, England and was established in 1879. The club name refers to the notable Lady Godiva of Coventry and the sport of "hare and hounds" cross country running.
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Competitions
The club currently competes in various league competitions, ranging from the masters age group down to under 11s. These leagues and the club's most recent 2016 performance are listed below:
Notable athletes
The club has produced many athletes who have competed at an international level, including the Olympics and Commonwealth Games. The list below shows some of the most recognised athletes along with their event and performance whilst competing at the highest level.
1964 Olympics Marathon Basil Heatley (silver medal) and Brian Kilby 4th
More recently the club has had several athletes compete in World Masters Athletics competitions, notable sprinters Brian Darby and Stewart Marshall have both won World Relay Titles representing GB as Masters athletes, at the recent World Masters Athletics Championships.