Running EventsThe Lee Valley VeloParks one mile floodlit road circuit is the perfect course to test yourself over a new distance or check your pacing with each mile split...
A rare opportunity to run a tough 10k multi-terrain course set in the magnificent grounds of the iconic Englefield House. This private estate is often used...
A popular part of the Kent sporting calendar, the Canterbury Half Marathon returns again. Organised to support Pilgrims Hospices by Nice Work, the race...
Run around the paths of Brockwell park and battle to get around the course to the finish line before the sun goes down. You can choose from a 5k or 10k ...
This Wednesday night summer series is growing in popularity, welcoming runners of all standards, including beginners. Part of a four-race series.
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This popular summer series returns for the seventh year. A fast two lap circuit, using an accurately measured 5K course, the race would suit runners of all...
Join us for our new Thursday evening event running around Media City in Salford. Starting and finishing in the centre of Media City you will head out around...
Hyde park is such a popular running spot in London but it's so much better running amongst loads of people and in a race situation. RunThrough's...
Thousands of participants start the day off with a plain white t-shirt at registration, then whilst completing the 5KM course getting covered head to toe in...
Challenging one of natures amazing natural phenomenon, a tidal wave on the river Severn. The Severn has one of the largest tides in the world, which creates...
Our Run Richmond Park race series is back and will be running on a regular basis over the course of the year. They will take you around the superb parkland....
Welcome to Onetrack1000, a 1000-mile run to save our oceans in support of Blue Marine Foundation (BLUE). To mark World Oceans Day, Onetrack Club teamed up...
Our friends at the Bovingdon Parish Council are organising the annual Bovingdon 10k and 3k Fun Run. A 10K run through the picturesque village of Bovingdon...
A great opportunity to run on closed roads on a fast, flat course! Voted 3rd in the 'Pb Potential' category in Runners World Races of the Year...
26.2 miles of everything North Hampshire has to offer! From thigh-burning climbs with a maximum elevation of 280m, to fast downhill sections taking in the...
The fabulous Cheshire Half Marathon is back and the biggest improvement to this year's race is that there is a new closed route.
The Cheshire...
A fantastic run going through the town centre and also the iconic Kenilworth castle. A couple of new adjustment's to this year's event, with...
Love Running! Get all your friends and come and join us for this superb 10k run. A stunning flat and fast 10k at one of the loveliest locations in...
The world famous Wineathlon - miles of sunny trails, a wine sample every few miles! Who doesn't love a run with some delicious wine as you go round....
Starting in the pretty village of Llangynhafal in the Vale if Clwyd, here you have 3 beautiful routes, taking in the very best of Clwydian terrain! Lots of...
This is the final part of a series of monthly 10k races around the stunning Regents Park - an outstanding location within the heart of London, mainly flat...
The Bridgwater Half Marathon, in aid of Cancer Research, features a Half Marathon, 10k and 5k route. Expect over 200 runners showing their support for...
The Rye Summer Classic Series is a popular series of three Friday evening events. Featuring two 10K races and a season-ending final 5K.
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The Cotswold Classic is a firmly established event in the local running calendar and is once again part of the Oxfordshire County 10 Mile Road Race...
Take a run through the stunning Estate at Abbots Ripton near Huntingdon.
10k of varied terrain and surroundings - mixed terrain of forest, farm track...
The Brenig Way Run Challenge is a 1 day, fully guided and supported run following the 32 mile linear trail, from Corwen, in the Vale of Llangollen to the...
Run in the footsteps of legends around the iconic sights of the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. It's here for everyone, whether you're chasing a 10K...
It's time to conquer our Crystal Palace 5k, 10k, 15k and Half Marathon and have a morning out with family, friends, or colleagues and be part of this...
The original PARAS'10 race, now firmly established as one of the UK's "must do" endurance challenges. Located at Catterick Garrison in...
A 10.25 mile trail race, with almost 500 metres of ascent. Its not a walk in the park, its a tough 10 miles over Dartmoor. The Dartmoor VOLCANO race was the...
Well come along to the Wandsworth Park 10K which will take place at Wandsworth Park, Putney Bridge Road, London and meet fellow runners and beat your...
Warwickshire's best kept secret for road runners, Draycote Water offers smooth, flat road with stunning reservoir and countryside views.
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After a successful debut in 2018 when over 250 runners completed this multi-terrain race through the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in East...
Join us for this lovely 10K that caters to runners of all abilities, hosted by Andover Trail Runners!...
Why simply walk your dog every day when you can take part in an event and earn yourself and your dog a matching medal! The Brighton K9 Challenge is a...
Join us for a unique opportunity to run at this Surrey Half Marathon, 10k or 5k around the incredible Mercedes-Benz World Circuit, organised by RunThrough...
Were delighted to present the Run Through Chase the Sun series! Were back mid-week, evening 5k and 10k events with some new venues; it is a battle to get...
Take on this challenge individually or get running for your company!
Enter individually and run for your location and company or get a corporate team...
You can choose to run a chip timed 5k or 10k around the beautiful Greenwich Park passing some of London's favourite attractions: the Royal Observatory,...
The Offas Dyke Path Northern Quarter Run Challenge is a 1 day, fully guided and supported run following the National linear trail, from Froncysyllte in the...
Come and join us on Hampstead Heath Jubilee Hall Trust charity trail run series to help us raise money to get Camden residents more active.There is...
The Essex Cross Country Series is a 5 event 10k series that takes place annually between April and September, with one race per month. Taking place in 5...
This 10k is part of the Richmond RUNFEST, London's most exclusive event, which also includes the RUNFEST Marathon and Half Marathon. The 10k takes...
Being a Colour Runner is a lifestyle choice. A lifestyle full of amazing music, super cool selfies, happy crowds, wicked goodie bags, plus a SHED LOAD of...
We are excited to have an additional Richmond Park Half Marathon in the calendar for Sunday 15th September 2019. It has been managed as a royal deer park...
Culworth Fun Run returns after many years absence! This mixed-terrain undulating loop around the village will stand out from the standard droll tarmac-based...
Nice Work are pleased to be staging the 2019 Purbeck Outdoor Weekend including the Purbeck Running Festival.
Swanage, Purbeck and the Jurassic Coast...
Once again, the picturesque village of Cranford will host the annual Cransley Hospice Road Races, sponsored by Western Power Distribution.
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The United Kingdom has a busy running calendar with the biggest and most hotly anticipated running event being the London Marathon at the end of April. Events like the Cardiff Half, Brighton Marathon and Edinburgh Marathon also draw big crowds, ranging from 10,000 to 22,000 participants. Expect to meet amazing people from all over the world, and probably get overtaken by a giant foam beer bottle.
With Parkruns, colour runs, 5k, 10k, half marathons, marathons, and ultras running events are hugely popular on Let's Do This. It's a sociable sport, so get some friends involved and achieve something extraordinary.
If you're just starting out, 5k and 10k events are great fun and definitely worth doing if you're training for a bigger challenge further down the line. Broadly speaking, running a 5k can take anything from 20 minutes to an hour, and a 10k anything from an hour upwards, depending on your goals and fitness. Getting used to the atmosphere of an event is important. You're much more likely to hit a better time if there's a crowd cheering you on and a big celebration at the finish line. Two of our favourites include the Vitality London 10k and the Asda Foundation Leeds 10k.
For the more experienced runners, check out our pages on the half marathon and marathon. The two most famous half marathons in the UK are the Royal Parks Half and the Great North Run, although there's hot competition from the Reading Half.
For the truly fearless, an ultramarathon is basically anything over the 26.2 marathon distance. 'Shorter' events will start at around 30 miles while the longest can be up to 150 miles. Dixons Carphone Race to the Stones is an example with great reviews from last year's runners. The key at these events is to make sure you're properly fuelled up and prepared for anything. In our experience, the crowds at ultra races are usually some of the friendliest. Expect to go slowly, chat to fellow runners and appreciate the scenery.
Training can be tough, particularly if you're going it alone. Generally, runners find sticking to a training plan helps with motivation and achieving the Holy Grail of work/life/training balance. Whether you're about to tackle your first 5k or your second marathon, take a look at some of our pre-race training plans to help you reach your goals: 5k Training Plan; 10k Training Plan; Half Marathon Training Plan; Marathon Training Plan; Ultramarathon Training Plan.
