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Welcome to Looney Loops
the community for walkers
shufflers, joggers and runners

Experience the joy of movement while connecting with your local community.
Join us for our monthly events and make lasting friendships with like minded people

Looney Loops is held on the 3rd Saturday of every month
10am till 12noon at Banbury Rugby Club. ITS FREE FOR EVERYONE ALL ABILITIES WELCOME

3rd Saturday Every Month

10am - 12noon

Banbury Rugby Club

FREE All Abilities Welcome

Looney Loop runners at Banbury Rugby Club

What is Looney Loops?

Looney Loops is a free, friendly community group event where you can walk, shuffle, jog or run as many or as few 1.2km loops as you like.No pressure. No judgement. No need to be fast. Just turn up, get moving and enjoy being part of the Looney Loop family. Looney Loops takes place regardless of the weather! There is no such thing as bad weather but there is a thing as bad clothing!

Benefits of Looney Loops...

Fitness without the pressure

Whether you walk, shuffle, jog or run, there's no judgment and no need to be fast — just turn up and move at whatever pace suits you, as many or as few loops as you like.

A genuine sense of community

Looney Loop Community group picture

It's a free, welcoming monthly meet-up where you'll meet like-minded people and make friends, not just log miles alone.

A habit you'll actually look forward to

Mother and daughter enjoying Looney Loops at Banbury Rugby Club

Happening every 3rd Saturday, it's consistent and low-stakes enough to become a regular fixture — something fun to show up for rather than another fitness commitment to dread.

Your Questions Answered...

Looney Loops is a free, friendly community running and walking event held at Banbury Rugby Club. You can walk, shuffle, jog or run as many or as few loops as you like — no pressure, no judgement, just moving together.

Nothing! Looney Loops is completely free to join. Just turn up on the day and move at your own pace — there’s no entry fee, no membership, and no hidden costs involved whatsoever.

Looney Loops takes place on the 3rd Saturday of every month, from 10am until 12noon, at Banbury Rugby Club, Oxford Road, Bodicote, Banbury, Oxfordshire OX15 4AF — the same reliable date every time. Come along whenever suits you.

Absolutely — walking is just as welcome as running. Many Loopers start out walking the loops before working up to jogging or running. Move however feels right for you; it’s about showing up, not speed.

The best possible support is word of mouth and bringing a newbie along to the next event. If you are a business looking to support this community project please contact Mark or Karen directly for details. 

Yes, families are very welcome, and children often join in too. There are strictly no dogs allowed except for guide dogs.

Wear comfortable clothing and trainers suited to walking, jogging or running, and dress for the weather. Bringing water is a good idea, especially on warmer days — otherwise there’s nothing else you need.

No sign-up needed — just turn up! Looney Loops is a come-as-you-are event, so there’s no booking, no registration forms, and no pressure. Simply arrive at Banbury Rugby Club and join in.

Not at all. Looney Loops welcomes every ability, from complete beginners to seasoned runners. There’s no pressure, no judgement, and no need to be fast — just turn up, move, and enjoy it.

Yes. There is a small onsite kitchen offering a wide selection of teas and coffees. There might be pastries and bacon rolls available but you would need to check with the kitchen which is run by the rugby club not Looney Loops.