Runners Need Harrogate

Runners Need Harrogate

Runners Need Harrogate is your destination for expert running shoes, apparel, and gait analysis to find your perfect fit.

Runners Need Harrogate is a dedicated sports shop located at 8-10 West Park in the heart of Harrogate. It serves as a premier destination for runners of all levels, offering specialist running shoes, apparel, and accessories. With an impressive Google rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars, it's clear customers value their expert service and quality products.

The store prides itself on providing personalised service, highlighted by its popular gait analysis. This in-depth assessment helps runners find the ideal footwear to match their unique running style, ensuring comfort and preventing injury. Customers frequently praise the knowledgeable and patient team for their friendly approach and ability to assist with finding the perfect fit, even for less common sizes and specific needs. The staff's commitment to understanding individual requirements makes Runners Need a trusted resource for new and experienced runners alike.

Visiting Information

Runners Need Harrogate is open seven days a week, with extended hours on Thursdays and Saturdays. The store is committed to accessibility, featuring a wheelchair-accessible entrance. For convenience, a variety of payment options are accepted, including all major credit cards, debit cards, and NFC payments.

4.8

from 6 reviews

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Showing 5 of 6 reviews from Google Maps.Last updated 31 January 2026.

Anonymous
5/5
6 months ago

I came in for gait analysis and my first pair of shoes and I'm so glad I did. It was well worth having the treadmill available to try on the various pairs until I found the right one. I'm a size 11 and most places don't stock shoes of that size, runners need had the sizes, half sizes and wide fits. Ally, the sales staff, was very helpful. He really knew his stuff and explained it well. With so many pairs available it would've been difficult to find the right pair without him. There was no pressure to buy and despite being busy he was really attentive. Been out today in my new shoes and I'm really pleased with them. Thoroughly recommend this store.

Anonymous
5/5
10 months ago

Such friendly top service! 😁I have just got around to writing this having visited the Harrogate store a few weeks ago. Loui/Louis (spelling!) saw me looking at women's trainers when I walked in and instantly without being pushy asked if I would like to try any on and I explained I was looking for a new pair and keen to try on the Hokas. He was so friendly and knowledgeable and really listened to what I wanted them for and what I liked my trainers to feel like support wise and he asked really good questions such as how long I like to run for and whether they're more for the gym or outdoor runs and whether I prefer road or trail runs - all things which I hadn't thought about! He then said I was more than welcome to try their treadmill to try the trainers to see how they felt and suggested some Brooks as a comparison which I loved, he chose them having listened to what I liked about the Hokas, the bouncy heels - waaoow they felt even better!! The store has a fantastic range of trainers and great running socks and items as well as general fitness and walking clothes and a really nice calm feeling and I highly recommend going! You will be very fortunate and grateful to be served by Loui who clearly loves his job and gave excellent customer service, thank you Loui! I am sure all their staff are great at their jobs too! Keep up the fantastic service! Such a great shop to have in Harrogate!

Anonymous
5/5
8 months ago

Came in for a gait analysis and was seen to by Louis and Scott. Friendly guys, very patient. Louis particularly took the time to try to understand my needs, and Scott offered his knowledge from his own running experience. The gait analysis is pretty straight forward and not that in depth, but helpful all the same to confirm my technique. Would recommend to others.

Anonymous
5/5
a year ago

Super service, knowledgable without being pushy. Spent ages helping me find the right running shoe. Appreciate it, thank you!

Anonymous
4/5
2 years ago

Very helpful man in the shop who helped me with selecting a new pair of shoes 👟

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📍 8-10 W Park, Harrogate HG1 1BL, UK

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8-10 W Park, Harrogate HG1 1BL, UK

Opening Hours

Monday: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Thursday: 9:30 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 10:30 AM – 4:30 PM

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