Canary Wharf Store

Our running shop in Canary Wharf stocks all the items for your running needs and if you spend £10 or more at the shop on a Saturday you can get a token which allows up to 3hrs free parking in the Canary Wharf car park. The store also accepts the Canary Wharf gift vouchers on all purchases. So why not pay us a visit? We'd love to meet you - whether you're a seasoned marathon runner or a complete beginner.

Meet the Team

Michael Cates - Manager

How long have you worked at Runners Need?: 4 years
Tell us about yourself:: Interested in running (fairly obvious that one), travel, bringing up children.
What are your favourite shoes to run in and why?: Brooks Ghost3 - lightweight, responsive, good for all types of running - long steady runs down to interval sessions.
How often do you go running?: About 5 times a week.
Have you taken part in any marathons, challenges or races?: Numerous marathons (14 to date including London 9 times and won the Essex - Halstead - in 2003), although its now been 5 years since my last marathon! Have also done a few ultras - (55 miles - London to Brighton, and did the Comrades in South Africa - 89k).
Are you taking part in any events this year?: Going to spend the spring/summer doing a league of Road Races - 5k to 5 miles to get some speed back into my legs , and maybe a couple of 10 mile open races.

Paula Mansell - Assistant Manager

How long have you worked at Runners Need?: 15 months
Tell us about yourself:: I have an interest in running but also a variety of sports including rugby and dance. I love to cook and bake cakes, which goes down well with my colleagues.
What are your favourite shoes to run in and why?: My favourite running shoe at the moment is the Mizuno Inspire.
How often do you go running?: 3-4 times a week
Are you taking part in any events this year?: This year I have a few races planned, including the Silverstone half marathon, London marathon and Frankfurt marathon later in the year. Over the summer months I plan to do 10k up to half marathon events.
What's your favourite music to run to?: I run with no music usually but if I do it will be anything fast paced.
Do you have any relevant certificates or qualifications?: I hold a degree in Sport Science and a postgraduate qualification in Applied Sport Science which specialised in physiology and biomechanics of predominantly running.

Mary Armitage - Sales Assistant

How long have you worked at Runners Need?: 8 months
Tell us about yourself:: I love all sports including running and climbing and would like to try many more. Aside from sports, I love London and the arts and love relaxing at home and cooking.
What are your favourite shoes to run in and why?: My favourite road shoes are the Mizuno Wave Riders, trail shoes are the Saucony Peregrine and my spikes are the Brooks Mach.
How often do you go running?: On average 4 times a week
Tell me about any challenges/marathons/races or similar you've taken part in: I have competed in sprint, Olympic and half Ironman triathlons and have completed the Beachy Head off road marathon. I have also enjoyed various long distance walks such as the National 3 Peaks
What's your favourite music to run to?: When running, I like to listen to my surroundings.
Are you taking part in any challenges/marathons/races this year?: Apart from the usual club races for my club Orion Harriers, I am running the Frankfurt marathon.
Do you have any relevant certificates or qualifications?: I hold a UK Athletics Level 1 coaching qualification and also Leadership in Run Fitness.

Customer Testimonials

I have received the most amazing customer service at your canary wharf store. Sharon and Matthew have been totally exceptional. The first time I came in the store to get a pair of trail trainers for my forthcoming Atacama Challenge, I knew nothing about trainers and Matthew took time to explain and advise in a way beyond my expectations; then Sharon gave me the most useful advice I have received about ultramarathons, her knowledge and passion for the sport shone through and she was utterly helpful providing information and advice that I didn't know I needed. I came in today again for more equipment and this time, cheekily, for some advice. The level of quality of service I got was again exceptional.

In Matthew and Sharon you have two fantastic employees, helpful, friendly, approachable. They are just great. Customers usually write to customer services to complain but I feel compelled to write to praise!! Thank you Sharon and Matthew. My experience of getting equipment for this challenge would not have been the same without you.

Blanca F, 9th February 2013

In-store Clinic

Physiotherapy London are in-store from 6pm – 7pm on the last Monday of the month for FREE injury assessment and advice. No appointment necessary. Ask in-store for your free voucher for £10 off your first appointment.

FREE Marathon Preparation Evenings at Pure Sports Medicine

Pure Sports Medicine will be hosting two complimentary ‘Marathon Evenings’ in parallel with your training for spring marathon season. We’ll be supporting the two events which aim to guide you through your training step by step. All sessions start at 6:30pm and held Pure Sports Medicine Canary Wharf, London, E14 4QT.

13th Nov - Marathon Preparation with Performance Coach, Joerg Stadelmann.

26th Feb - Injury Management & Last Minute Tips with physiotherapist, Tamara Singer and Sports Doctor, Rick Seah.

To reserve your place, please contact reception on 08447 700 800 or reception.canary@puresportsmed.com.

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