- Brixton 5k & 10k – March14MAR
Brixton 5k & 10k – March
Running ‧ London6.2 mi • 3.1 mi - Windsor Autumn Duathlon & Lake Runs8OCT
Windsor Autumn Duathlon & Lake Runs
Multi-Sport ‧ Windsor34.2 mi • 18.6 mi • 13.1 mi • 9.3 mi • 6.2 mi • 3.1 mi£18 – £60C-19 Plan - Run Aintree 5k, 10k & Half Marathon – July24JUL
Run Aintree 5k, 10k & Half Marathon – July
Running ‧ Liverpool13.1 mi • 6.2 mi • 3.1 mi£22 – £28 - Run Dorney Lake: Half Marathon, 10K, 5K - November7NOV
Run Dorney Lake: Half Marathon, 10K, 5K - November
Running ‧ Windsor13.1 mi • 6.2 mi • 3.1 mi£18 – £35C-19 Plan - Windsor & Eton Autumn Classic Duathlon & Lake Runs13NOV
Windsor & Eton Autumn Classic Duathlon & Lake Runs
Multi-Sport ‧ Buckinghamshire34.2 mi • 18.6 mi • 13.1 mi • 9.3 mi • 6.2 mi • 3.1 mi£18 – £60C-19 Plan - Poppy Half Marathon13NOV
Poppy Half Marathon
Running ‧ Bexhill62.1 mi • 13.1 mi • 6.2 mi • 3.1 mi • 1.0 mi£15 – £32C-19 Plan - The 2 Lakes Trail Races1MAY
The 2 Lakes Trail Races
Running ‧ Wales13.1 mi • 6.2 mi • 3.1 mi£13.50 – £23.50C-19 Plan - Run Aintree 5k, 10k & Half Marathon – September3SEP
Run Aintree 5k, 10k & Half Marathon – September
Running ‧ Liverpool13.1 mi • 6.2 mi • 3.1 mi£22 – £28 - Chase the Moon Olympic Park – March10MAR
Chase the Moon Olympic Park – March
Running ‧ London6.2 mi • 3.1 mi - Run Dorney Lake: Half Marathon, 10K, 5K - December12DEC
Run Dorney Lake: Half Marathon, 10K, 5K - December
Running ‧ Windsor13.1 mi • 6.2 mi • 3.1 mi£18 – £35C-19 Plan - Run Heaton 5K, 10K & Half Marathon - March14MAR
Run Heaton 5K, 10K & Half Marathon - March
Running ‧ Manchester13.1 mi • 6.2 mi • 3.1 mi - Sandman Torch Light Trail17SEP
Sandman Torch Light Trail
Running ‧ Llanfairpwllgwyngyll6.2 mi • 3.1 mi£18 – £30C-19 Plan - Snetterton Race Track 10K & 5K28APR
Snetterton Race Track 10K & 5K
Running ‧ Norwich6.2 mi • 3.1 mi - Run Aintree 5k, 10k & Half Marathon - December19DEC
Run Aintree 5k, 10k & Half Marathon - December
Running ‧ Liverpool13.1 mi • 6.2 mi • 3.1 mi£22 – £28 - Ben Nevis Race3SEP
Ben Nevis Race
5k ‧ Fort William8.7 mi - Lee Valley VeloPark – March27MAR
Lee Valley VeloPark – March
Running ‧ London13.1 mi • 10.0 mi • 6.2 mi • 3.1 mi • 1.0 mi - Ascott under Wychwood 5k & 10k 30OCT
Ascott under Wychwood 5k & 10k
Running ‧ Chipping Norton6.2 mi • 3.1 mi£6 – £12C-19 Plan - Beyond Dorchester 5km & 10km7NOV
Beyond Dorchester 5km & 10km
Running ‧ Dorchester6.2 mi • 3.1 mi£10 – £15 - Dorney Lake Christmas Duathlon & Lake Runs11DEC
Dorney Lake Christmas Duathlon & Lake Runs
Multi-Sport ‧ Windsor34.2 mi • 18.6 mi • 13.1 mi • 9.3 mi • 6.2 mi • 3.1 miC-19 Plan - Up on the Downs1MAY
Up on the Downs
Running ‧ Rockbourne13.1 mi • 6.2 mi • 3.1 mi - Chichester Harbour - West Wittering Beach11DEC
Chichester Harbour - West Wittering Beach
Running ‧ West Wittering9.3 mi • 6.2 mi • 3.1 miC-19 Plan - The Great Scottish Walk and Run Festival26JUN
The Great Scottish Walk and Run Festival
Running ‧ Edinburgh6.2 mi • 3.1 mi • 1.0 mi • 0.6 mi - Beyond Thorney Trail Fest17SEP
Beyond Thorney Trail Fest
Running ‧ Thorney13.0 mi • 6.2 mi • 3.1 miC-19 Plan - Windsor & Eton Spring Duathlon & Lake Runs13MAR
Windsor & Eton Spring Duathlon & Lake Runs
Multi-Sport ‧ Windsor34.2 mi • 18.6 mi • 13.0 mi • 9.3 mi • 6.2 mi • 3.1 miC-19 Plan
5k RunsAbout 5k events in the UK
5k (or 3.1-mile) is a great distance for all ability levels. Usually run or walked on road, they are hugely popular in the UK. Hundreds of people attend Parkruns every weekend, in 645 locations, from complete beginners taking on their first race to speedsters trying to smash a personal best. Whilst 5k runs are great for beginners, the distance is also a favourite of running legend Mo Farah. 5k runs come in many formats: night runs, colour runs, fun runs and charity runs and tend to happen all year round, regardless of weather.
What are the best 5k events?
5ks are the place to have fun. Expect fancy dress, friendly runners and maybe even a charitable cause to bring people together. Cancer Research UK host over 100 races of 5-10k in the UK each year, with varying themes. If you are looking for a big atmosphere, larger events such as the Edinburgh Marathon Festival and the Bournemouth Marathon Festival host 5k and 10k races alongside their longer flagship events.
What is a good time for a 5k run?
Finishing times for a 5k vary widely depending on your goals and whether walking or running. Finishing in under 28 minutes would be considered a good time by much of the running community. This would require you to run at 9 minutes per mile (or better) for the duration of the race. The fastest competitors can finish a 5k in under 14 minutes, whereas those who prefer to walk can take up to an hour or more.
How long should I train for a 5k?
How hard you should train depends largely of your fitness levels and experience. Those who are running for the first time and don't regularly participate in other forms of exercise should take on a 5k training programme to prepare themselves for the race. This will lower the risk of injury and also help to keep you motivated. Take a look at our 6 week training plan to get you up to speed.