Challenge Events in December 2022

S﻿et in one of the most remarkable forestry heathlands in the UK, this trail event promises breathtaking scenery throughout. Afan Forest provides challenging but enjoyable trails, suitable to a real mix of abilities. With canicross options too, come along for a great atmosphere and epic medal.

Tough Runner UK

10k - Standard Entry

10k Canicross - Canicross Entry

5k - Standard Entry

5k Canicross - Canicross Entry

Buff Epic Trail 10k

Join Great Scottish Events for the perfect family day that will get everyone in the festive spirit. With a 5k, 10k and toddle on offer, as well as lots of stalls offering warm and tasty refreshments, there's something for all to enjoy. 

Great Scottish Events

5k - Overseas Virtual Entry

5k - Concession Entry (OAP)

10k - Overseas Virtual Entry

10k - Concession Entry (OAP)

Santa Toddle - Standard Entry

The Great Scottish Christmas Festival

Be part of Shropshire's largest Santa invasion in this exciting 5k fun run. You'll run along flat, closed roads, racing to the finish to collect your christmas-themed medal. Come along to spread some festive fun and burn a few cheeky calories for the holidays.

Adrenaline Sporting Events

5k - Adult Entry (Ages 16+)

5k - Junior Entry (Ages 10-15)

Shropshire Santa 5k Run

Spin round the historic Goodwood Motor Circuit in this awesome Running GP event. Great for beginners and veterans alike to kick into gear as you loop around the perfectly flat course. Come for the finisher's medal or for that chequered flag finish.

RunThrough

Marathon - Standard Entry

20 Mile - Standard Entry

Half Marathon - Standard Entry

Marathon inc T-Shirt (+£12) - Standard Entry

20 Mile inc T-Shirt (+£12) - Standard Entry

Half Marathon inc T-Shirt (+£12) - Standard Entry

10k inc T-Shirt (+£12) - Standard Entry

5k inc T-Shirt (+£12) - Standard Entry

Group of 6 Booking - Group Entry

Running GP at Goodwood Motor Circuit – December

Join RunThrough for this autumnal jaunt through the streets of Blackburn next October. Great for runners of all abilities, the course starts and finishes inside the magnificent Exwood Park. Whether you're a football fan or not, this promises to be an exhilarating event. 

Group of 6 Booking - Standard Entry

10k incl. T-Shirt (+£12) - Standard Entry

Kids Race - Standard Entry

RunThrough Blackburn 10k 

Earn your Christmas dinner in this festive event running which will take you around the undulating paths of the Chasewater Reservoir. Offering both a 5k and a 10k race, this event is suitable for all abilities. Join to earn your festive medal and to burn some pre-Christmas calories.

Nice Work

5k - UKA Affiliated Entry

10k - UKA Affiliated Entry

Children's Race - Standard Entry

The Chasewater Pudding Dash

Embrace the atmosphere at the Olympic Park and burn off some pre-Christmas calories. Perfect for all abilities this flat course is for beginners and PB hunters alike. Come to race like an Olympian and earn your finisher's medal. 

10k - Standard Entry 

5k - Standard Entry 

Group Booking (6 people) - Standard Entry 

RunThrough Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park 5k & 10k - December 2023

Tackle the year of Tatton 10k's with this fantastic series pass. With guaranteed entry to all Tatton races throughout 2023, why not challenge yourself with as many as you can. With medals on offer, there's no better way to stay motivated throughout the year. 

Series Pass - Standard Entry

RunThrough Tatton Park 10k Series Pass 2023

Close out a brilliant year of running with a spin around one of London's most scenic parks. The tree-lined paths and walkways provide a scenic lapped route, perfect for runners of all abilities. Come to clock a fast time or for an all-important finisher's medal.

RunThrough Victoria Park 5k, 10k & Half Marathon - December 2023

Take on this fantastic trail race through the South Downs National Park with RunRebel. Soak up the fantastic views as you traverse fast and long-ranging trails. Expect a few challenging climbs throughout. With 2 distances on offer, there is something for all abilities. 

UK Running Events

21k - Standard Entry 

12.5k - Standard Entry 

Sussex Downs Half Marathon 2023

Trail running in the day is fun, but trail running in the dark is a whole new experience. Join Maverick for this awesome night trail event with one of their three fantastic routes on offer in Oxfordshire. Be in with the chance of spotting a wallaby and of course the bespoke finisher's medal.

Maverick Race

Long - 16k - Standard Ticket

Middle - 11k - Standard Ticket

Short - 7k - Standard Ticket

The Maverick Exposure Lights Dark Oxfordshire 2023

The Maverick Original Series finale will be this awesome trail run set in the beautiful Oxfordshire countryside. Don't be fooled by your blissful surroundings however, as this run will be challenging with some serious climbs and tricky trails. You will have really earned the medal with this one!

Long - 22k - Standard Ticket

The Maverick Adidas Terrex Original Oxfordshire 2023

Embrace the magnificent scenery that Carsington water has to offer as you race around this awe-inspiring reservoir. With views aplenty and a course catering to all abilities, what else could you want? Come along to push the pace and race to the finish. 

Half Marathon  - Standard Entry 

Group of 6 Booking (6 Entries) - Standard Entry 

RunThrough Carsington Water Half Marathon & 10k - December

Finish your running season off with a half marathon or marathon on the largest military training area in the UK. Both courses will take in some of Wiltshire's most stunning tracks and come with their fair share of challenge. Come to test your trail technique and leave with a medal.

And-over Trail Events

Salisbury Plain Winter Edition - Marathon & Half Marathon

Take in the fantastic scenery at the 3-1-5 Half Marathon and 5k race, perfect for all abilities, this course will be nice and undulating to keep you on your toes throughout. Indulge in the picturesque scenery of the river lune and enjoy the great finish line feeling. 

Lancaster Race Series

Half Marathon - UKA Affiliated Entry

Half Marathon - Lancaster Runner's Club Member Entry

5k - Lancaster Runner's Club Member Entry

3-1-5 Half Marathon & 5k

Finish your year strong and race through the immense green space of Heaton Park. Perfect for experienced and first-time runners alike, the course loops through the park passing the impressive 18th century house, Heaton Hall. Come for the unique finisher's medal or for the lively atmosphere.

Half Marathon - Standard Entry 

Group of 6 - Standard Entry 

Kids Race - Standard Entry 

Run Heaton Park 5k, 10k & Half Marathon - December

Get ready for Christmas at the Chase the Moon Olympic Park 5k and 10k. Perfect for all abilities levels of runners, walkers, or speedy joggers this flat course guarantees a fast run. Come to burn off some pre-Christmas calories and strive to hit that finish line. 

RunThrough Chase The Moon Olympic Park 5k & 10k - December 2023 

Run Dorney lake this December for a fun-filled wintery experience. With frost lining the grass and your breath visible in the air push for a PB on this flat course. Choose from a 5k all the way up to a Half Marathon and sign up today. You will loop around the Olympic lake and stride for glory. 

Group of 6 Booking  - Standard Entry 

Run Dorney Lake 5k, 10k, & Half Marathon - December

Warm up next winter with another of RunThrough's awesome Battersea Park 5k & 10k. With a pan-flat, lapped course, it's the perfect event for novice runners or veterans chasing a new PB. Bring your support squad to cheer you on around the course as you race to claim your finisher's medal. 

Group of 6 Booking - Group of 6 Entry

RunThrough Battersea Park 5k & 10k - December

Keep your eyes peeled for deer as you speed around the beautiful Richmond Park with this friendly Half Marathon event. This is the perfect event for racing newbies and veterans alike, with the supportive atmosphere making it a joy for all. Get your hands on the awesome finisher's medal.

Half Marathon + Event T-shirt (£12) - Standard Entry

Group of 6  - Group of 6 Booking

RunThrough Richmond Park Half Marathon - December

With 7 distances to choose from, everyone will find their perfect distance at the Christmas Cracker. Once you finish your race, why not stick around and enjoy the festivities happening at Race HQ? Get you finisher's medal, and your groove on, as Christmas classics will be playing all day. 

It's Grim up North Running

10 Mile - Standard Entry

10 Mile - UKA Affiliated Entry

20 Mile - UKA Affiliated Entry

Ultra - Standard Entry

Ultra - UKA Affiliated Entry

Marathon - UKA Affiliated Entry

Christmas Cracker 2023 (Day 2)

Dash into the Christmas holidays in this festive 5 mile run. A great event for first-time runners and experienced athletes to race along the promenade dressed in your best festive attire. After, enjoy a post-race mince pie and take home that all-important finisher's medal.

5 Mile - Early bird - Standard Entry

5 Mile - Early bird - UKA Affiliated Entry

Rudolph Scurry - Early bird - Standard Entry

Southend Rudolph Run

Push yourself that extra mile with this fast winter race through the beautiful Tatton Park. Great for beginners and veteran runners alike, the undulating course takes runners through stunning scenes. Come to try for a PB or for the finisher's medal. 

10k + T-Shirt (£12) - Standard Entry

5k + T-Shirt (£12) - Standard Entry

RunThrough Tatton 10k & 5k - December 2023

Take on this exciting festive 19k through the middle of rural Dorset. The relaxed nature of this event makes it the perfect race for runners of any ability. Come along for the well deserved medal and friendly atmosphere.

Tri-Counties Trail Running

19k - Standard Entry

19k - Standard Entry (with transfer back to start)

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