Running Events
Running is the world's most accessible sport: all you need is a pair of trainers and you're off. There are thousands of running events in the UK throughout the year, with an endless variety of options available. If you want to mix your running with fun, family, and friends, there are a range of 5k fun runs, charity events, and more to get involved with. These always have a great atmosphere, and are an amazing way to get started with running. There are longer distances available as well, so you can choose what challenge to sign up for next. 10k runs and half-marathons are hugely popular, and marathons are an amazing goal to aim for. The London Marathon is one of the most famous running events in the world, with over 40,000 participants each year. Ultramarathons are for those seeking a massive test of mental and physical resilience, and often take you off-road onto trails and rural paths.
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- The Doddington Place Gardens 5k & 10k30APR
The Doddington Place Gardens 5k & 10k
Running ‧ Sittingbourne6.2 mi • 3.1 mi£14 – £20C-19 PlanPartnered - The Poole 5k and 10k CheckPoint Challenge Race 116APR
The Poole 5k and 10k CheckPoint Challenge Race 1
Running ‧ Poole6.2 mi • 3.1 miC-19 PlanPartnered - The Nottingham CheckPoint Run Challenge Race 216APR
The Nottingham CheckPoint Run Challenge Race 2
10k ‧ Nottingham6.2 miC-19 PlanPartnered - St Michael's Way Run - April16APR
St Michael's Way Run - April
Running ‧ St Ives11.9 miC-19 PlanPartnered - The Patron Saint Series - The St George's Day Virtual Half Marathon, 10k, 5k & 1k16APR
The Patron Saint Series - The St George's Day Virtual Half Marathon, 10k, 5k & 1k
Half Marathon ‧13.1 mi • 0.6 miC-19 PlanPartnered - The Petzl Wild Night Run16APR
The Petzl Wild Night Run
10 Miles ‧ South Brent10.0 mi • 5.0 miC-19 PlanPartnered - Hundred Acres Weekender16APR
Hundred Acres Weekender
Running ‧ Fareham13.1 mi • 6.2 mi • 3.1 miC-19 Plan - Thames Valley Spring Duathlon & Lake Runs16APR
Thames Valley Spring Duathlon & Lake Runs
Multi-Sport ‧ Windsor34.2 mi • 18.6 mi • 13.1 mi • 9.3 mi • 6.2 mi • 3.1 miC-19 PlanPartnered - The Leeds CheckPoint Run Challenge - Race 117APR
The Leeds CheckPoint Run Challenge - Race 1
10k ‧ Leeds6.2 miC-19 PlanPartnered - The Oundle Spring 10k & 5k17APR
The Oundle Spring 10k & 5k
Running ‧ Oundle6.2 mi • 3.1 mi£12 – £18C-19 PlanPartnered - Winter 10k Build Up Series - April 17APR
Winter 10k Build Up Series - April
Running ‧ Berkhamsted3.7 mi£15C-19 PlanPartnered - Leicestershire Half Marathon17APR
Leicestershire Half Marathon
Half Marathon ‧ Prestwold13.1 mi£32Partnered - Alexandra Palace 5k & 10k17APR
Alexandra Palace 5k & 10k
Running ‧ London6.2 mi • 3.1 mi£22Partnered - Run Dorney Lake: Half Marathon, 10K, 5K - April17APR
Run Dorney Lake: Half Marathon, 10K, 5K - April
Running ‧ Windsor13.0 mi • 6.2 mi • 3.1 mi£33 – £35C-19 PlanPartnered - Sanlam Coast Half Marathon17APR
Sanlam Coast Half Marathon
Half Marathon ‧ Colwyn Bay13.1 mi - Loseley Park 10k and 5k17APR
Loseley Park 10k and 5k
Running ‧ Guildford6.2 mi • 3.1 mi£20 – £25C-19 PlanPartnered - The Richmond CheckPoint Run Challenge Race 223APR
The Richmond CheckPoint Run Challenge Race 2
10k ‧ Kingston upon Thames6.2 mi£15C-19 PlanPartnered - North Coast Ultra23APR
North Coast Ultra
Ultramarathon ‧ Rock43.5 mi£80C-19 PlanPartnered - Lee Valley VeloPark – April23APR
Lee Valley VeloPark – April
Running ‧ London13.1 mi • 10.0 mi • 6.2 mi • 3.1 mi • 1.0 miFree – £25Partnered - Run Tatton 10k - April23APR
Run Tatton 10k - April
10k ‧ Knutsford6.2 mi£28 - Run Richmond Park 5k and 10k - April23APR
Run Richmond Park 5k and 10k - April
Running ‧ Richmond6.2 mi • 3.1 miC-19 Plan - The Reigate CheckPoint Run Challenge Race 224APR
The Reigate CheckPoint Run Challenge Race 2
10k ‧ Reigate6.2 miC-19 PlanPartnered - Running GP at Goodwood Motor Circuit - April24APR
Running GP at Goodwood Motor Circuit - April
Running ‧ Chichester26.2 mi • 20.0 mi • 13.1 mi • 6.2 mi • 3.1 mi£24 – £34Partnered - Run Tatton Half Marathon - April24APR
Run Tatton Half Marathon - April
Half Marathon ‧ Knutsford13.1 mi£32
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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.