Marathons
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- Virgin Money London Marathon3OCT
Virgin Money London Marathon
Marathon ‧ London26.2 mi(48) - Brighton Marathon Weekend18SEP
Brighton Marathon Weekend
Multi-Sport ‧ Brighton31.1 mi • 26.2 mi • 6.2 mi • 1.0 mi(34) - Manchester Marathon10APR2021
Manchester Marathon
Marathon ‧ Stretford26.2 miFree(20) - The Yorkshire Marathon17OCT
The Yorkshire Marathon
Marathon ‧ York26.2 miCharity places(33) - ABP Southampton Marathon, Half, 10k & Mile24APR2021
ABP Southampton Marathon, Half, 10k & Mile
Running ‧ Southampton26.2 mi • 13.0 mi • 6.2 mi • 1.0 mi(5) - Trail Pursuit Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & 5K28MAY2021
Trail Pursuit Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & 5K
Running ‧ Ambleside26.2 mi • 13.1 mi • 6.2 mi • 3.1 mi • 1.0 mi£10 – £54 - RunThrough Goodwood Motor Circuit Grand Prix - September26SEP
RunThrough Goodwood Motor Circuit Grand Prix - September
Running ‧ Chichester26.1 mi • 20.0 mi • 13.0 mi • 6.2 mi • 3.1 mi£24 – £34(2) - RunThrough Goodwood Motor Circuit Grand Prix - December6DEC
RunThrough Goodwood Motor Circuit Grand Prix - December
Running ‧ Chichester26.2 mi • 20.0 mi • 13.1 mi • 6.2 mi • 3.1 mi£24 – £34(1) - The PodPlus Kent Spring Marathon & Half Marathon3OCT
The PodPlus Kent Spring Marathon & Half Marathon
Running ‧ Charing26.2 mi • 13.1 mi£15 – £32(34) - Tollymore Trail Marathon Events14NOV
Tollymore Trail Marathon Events
Running ‧ Newcastle40.0 mi • 26.2 mi • 13.1 mi • 6.2 mi£27.50 – £62(11) - Nottingham Christmas Marathon, Half, 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run5DEC
Nottingham Christmas Marathon, Half, 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run
Running ‧ Nottingham26.2 mi • 13.1 mi • 6.2 mi • 3.1 mi • 1.0 mi£6 – £38C-19 Plan(9) - Snowdonia Trail Marathon17OCT
Snowdonia Trail Marathon
Running ‧ Caernarfon37.3 mi • 27.0 mi • 13.1 mi • 6.2 mi(4) - Causeway Coast Marathon25SEP
Causeway Coast Marathon
Multi-Sport ‧ Portballintrae40.0 mi • 26.2 mi • 13.1 mi • 6.2 mi£27.50 – £62(7) - The Tissington Trail Marathon22NOV
The Tissington Trail Marathon
Marathon ‧ Ashbourne26.2 mi£15 – £37(11) - Salisbury Plain Marathon/Half Marathon5DEC
Salisbury Plain Marathon/Half Marathon
Running ‧ Shipton Bellinger26.2 mi • 13.1 mi£28 – £38(1) - Race to the Tower4JUN2021
Race to the Tower
Running ‧ Whiteshill52.4 mi • 26.2 mi(6) - Ladybower Trail Marathon11JUN2021
Ladybower Trail Marathon
Marathon ‧ Hope Valley26.2 mi£32.50 – £35(3) - The Fox18SEP
The Fox
Running ‧ Godalming37.3 mi • 26.1 mi • 13.0 mi£54 – £90(34) - Hamsterley Forest 10K & Half Marathon - February6FEB2021
Hamsterley Forest 10K & Half Marathon - February
Running ‧ Hamster, Redford26.2 mi • 13.1 mi • 6.2 mi£18 – £38 - Maverick Adidas Terrex X & Ultra Jurassic Coast16OCT
Maverick Adidas Terrex X & Ultra Jurassic Coast
Marathon ‧ Wareham82.0 mi • 32.9 mi • 27.3 mi • 13.0 mi • 8.7 mi£30 - Jewson Barnstaple Marathon and Half Marathon 202026SEP
Jewson Barnstaple Marathon and Half Marathon 2020
Running ‧ Barnstaple26.0 mi • 13.0 mi - Bewl Water 10K, Half Marathon, Marathon & Ultra18SEP
Bewl Water 10K, Half Marathon, Marathon & Ultra
Running ‧ Wadhurst37.5 mi • 26.2 mi • 13.1 mi • 6.2 miC-19 Plan(30) - Thames Meander Marathon & Half – Winter7NOV
Thames Meander Marathon & Half – Winter
Running ‧ Kingston upon Thames26.2 mi • 13.1 mi£32 – £42(31) - Conwy Marathon25SEP2021
Conwy Marathon
Running ‧ Llandudno26.2 mi • 20.0 mi • 10.0 mi£24 – £42
About Marathons in the UK
Marathons are 26.2 miles long (or 42.2k) and make up some of the most popular and spectacular races held in the UK. People run marathons for many different reasons, either for a loved one, a personal goal or for a great cause. In 2016, Shannon Foudy became the one millionth runner to complete the London Marathon.
What are the best marathons?
The most famous is the London Marathon, which last year produced a record 40,000+ finishers and over 800,000 spectators flooded the streets to cheer them on. If you're thinking of running a marathon, London is not only the most popular but also one of the flattest, so it's a great place to push for a PB. If you missed out on a ballot place, other super flat marathons include ASICS Greater Manchester Marathon, Brighton Marathon, and Edinburgh Marathon. These are held in the spring / early summer, around the same time as the London Marathon. If you're looking for something a little more off the beaten path, the New Forest Marathon, Baxters Loch Ness Marathon (watch out for Nessie) and Yorkshire Marathon all run from late summer into autumn.
How long will it take me to run a marathon?
The average time for London Marathon finishers in 2018 was 3h48m for males and 4h23m for females. This is significantly faster than the global average of around 4h13m and 4h42m for men and women respectively. Don't focus too much on what others are doing, keep your own pace and don't worry if you're overtaken by an inflatable T-Rex, they can be pretty speedy!
Keep in mind that your finishing time can be greatly affected by the course, some marathons are particularly fast (e.g. Berlin, London), and the average time for different marathons can vary - make sure you check out the course maps and elevation profiles to get a feel for the route.
For trivia fans, the world record for women was set in London by Paula Radcliffe in 2003 at 2h15m25s and is still proving tough to beat. The men's record was beaten in Berlin in 2018 by Eliud Kipchoge and at 2h01m39s is pushing close to breaking the elusive 2 hour barrier.
How do you train for a marathon?
To ensure you are ready come race day, check out our free marathon training plan, with nutrition and race tips included. Training for a marathon takes time and dedication. We recommend starting 16 weeks prior to race day, regardless of whether you are entering your first race or looking to hit a new PB.