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UK Running Events: 2023 - 2024

Q: What are the best running events in the UK?

The best running events in the UK are the London Marathon , the Great North Run , and the Hackney Half Marathon .

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Lace up, warm up and get ready to run! Known as the world’s most accessible sport, all you need is a pair of trainers, a little bit of get-up-and-go and you’re off! You choose your distances and you set your own pace - whether that’s a gentle 5 minute run around the block, a quick 5k, a leisurely 10k trail run or a next-level, stamina-testing, multi-hour ultra marathon - it’s up to you. There’s something out there for all levels and abilities and absolutely everyone is welcome. So, type in your desired dates, location or distance, book your chosen event and prepare to get your endorphins pumping as you explore even more of the glorious outdoors (while working some magic for your physical and mental health too)!

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Saturday, 30 Sept 2023

AJ Bell Great Scottish Run 2023

Glasgow, Glasgow City

half marathon, 10k and more

4.5

(38 reviews)

£32 – £39

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Sunday, 19 May 2024

Wizz Air Hackney Half 2024

London, Greater London

half marathon

4.5

(701 reviews)

£49.50 – £81.98

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Saturday, 25 May 2024

AJ Bell Great Manchester Run 2024

Manchester, Greater Manchester

half marathon, 10k, 5k and more

4.5

(514 reviews)

£36 – £41

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Saturday, 30 Sept 2023

AJ Bell Great Scottish Run 2023

Glasgow, Glasgow City

half marathon, 10k and more

4.5

(38 reviews)

£32 – £39

Sunday, 19 May 2024

Wizz Air Hackney Half 2024

London, Greater London

half marathon

4.5

(701 reviews)

£49.50 – £81.98

Saturday, 25 May 2024

AJ Bell Great Manchester Run 2024

Manchester, Greater Manchester

half marathon, 10k, 5k and more

4.5

(514 reviews)

£36 – £41

Thursday, 13 Feb 3000

Cancer Research UK London Winter Run

London, Greater London

10k

4.5

(60 reviews)

£32 – £200

Sunday, 24 Sept 2023

Warrington Running Festival 2023

Warrington, Warrington

£10 – £50

Sunday, 8 Oct 2023

MBNA Chester Marathon

Chester, Cheshire West and Chester

marathon

(12 reviews)

£52 – £54

Saturday, 14 Oct 2023

AJ Bell Great South Run 2023

Portsmouth, Portsmouth

10 miles, 5k and more

£19 – £46

Sunday, 15 Oct 2023

Oxford Half Marathon 2023

Oxford, Oxfordshire

half marathon

4.5

(278 reviews)

£50

Sunday, 17 Mar 2024

MK Festival of Running

Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes

half marathon, 10k, 5k and more

4.5

(110 reviews)

£10 – £34

Sunday, 7 Apr 2024

ABP Southampton Marathon 2024

Southampton, Southampton

marathon, half marathon, 10k, 5k and more

4.5

(56 reviews)

£8 – £50

Sunday, 5 May 2024

AJ Bell Great Birmingham Run 2024

Birmingham, West Midlands

half marathon, 10k and more

4.5

(314 reviews)

£14 – £35

Sunday, 19 May 2024

AJ Bell Great Bristol Run 2024

Bristol, Bristol City

half marathon, 10k and more

4.5

(103 reviews)

£12 – £37

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Running in the UK

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I start running?

Running is the most accessible sport, and London boasts infinite opportunities to get those running shoes on with parkruns, color runs, and numerous beginner-friendly 5ks to ease you into your running journey. To stay motivated, pick a training plan and find a friend to train and run with.

What types of running races are there?

There are running races for all levels, from beginners looking to complete their first race to advanced athletes looking to set a PR or pushing their mileage in an ultramarathon. For those looking for a fun experience with friends and family, there are a number of obstacle course races or fun runs. Normal road races usually come as 5ks, 10ks, half marathons, or marathons. Ultramarathons, anything above 26.2 miles, tend to be on trails.

What are the best running events in the UK?

The best running events in the UK are the London Marathon, the Great North Run, and the Hackney Half Marathon.

Are there trail races in the UK?

There are a number of trail races in the UK, from the 100-km Race to the Stones to the Coastal Trail Series Suffolk on the south coast.

What are the best UK running events for beginners?

There are plenty of parkruns all around the UK every Saturday which are free to enter. For crowds and atmosphere, two of the most popular 10ks in the UK are the Vitality London 10000 and the Asda Foundation Leeds 10k.