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Running Events

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 .

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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Sun, 5th Dec
Edinburgh Christmas 10k & 5k Run

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

10k, 5k and more
4.5
(5 reviews)
£12 – £20
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Sun, 5th Dec
Weybridge 10k

Shepperton, Surrey

10k and more
4.5
(193 reviews)
£12 – £30
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Sat, 15th Jan 2022
Run Aintree 5k, 10k & Half Marathon – January

Liverpool, Merseyside

half marathon, 10k, 5k
4.5
(5 reviews)
£22 – £28
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Sun, 20th Feb 2022
Quicksilver Hampton Court Half Marathon

Thames Ditton, Surrey

half marathon
4.5
(76 reviews)
£35.40 – £37.40
Booking perksGreat atmosphere
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Sun, 27th Mar 2022
Weston Super Half 2022

Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset

half marathon and more
£28
Booking perksGreat atmosphere
Sun, 27th Mar 2022
Royal Borough of Kingston Spring Raceday

Kingston upon Thames, Greater London
4.5
(2 reviews)
£25.40 – £36.40
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Trail
Sat, 2nd Apr 2022
Somerley Estate Spring 5k & 10k

Ringwood, Hampshire

10k, 5k
£13.99 – £19.99
Booking perksGreat scenery
Trail
Sat, 9th Apr 2022
Exeter Epic Trail

Feniton, Devon

10k
£26
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Sun, 10th Apr 2022
Regency 10k 2022

Royal Leamington Spa, Warwickshire

10k
£18 – £22
Booking perksGreat atmosphere
Sun, 15th May 2022
Tewkesbury Half Marathon

Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire

half marathon
4.5
(8 reviews)
£30 – £32
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Sun, 22nd May 2022
Exeter’s Great West Run

Exeter, Devon

half marathon, 10k and more
5
(2 reviews)
£5 – £41
Booking perksGreat atmosphere
Trail
Sun, 3rd Jul 2022
Drumlanrig Half Marathon, 10k & 5k

Thornhill, Dumfries and Galloway

half marathon, 10k, 5k
£26 – £35
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Trail
Sun, 10th Jul 2022
XTERRA Snowdonia Trail Marathon

Caernarfon, Gwynedd

ultramarathon, marathon, half marathon, 10k
5
(4 reviews)
£28 – £86.94
Booking perksGreat atmosphereGreat scenery
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Sun, 18th Sep 2022
Winchester Half Marathon 2022

Winchester, Hampshire

half marathon and more
£5 – £36.99
Booking perksGreat atmosphere
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Sun, 1st Aug
Run Heaton Park 5k, 10k & Half Marathon - August

Manchester, Greater Manchester

10k, half marathon, 5k
5
(3 reviews)
£22 – £26
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Sun, 1st Aug
Wimbledon Half Marathon – August

London, Greater London

half marathon
5
(4 reviews)
£32
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Sun, 8th Aug
Running Grand Prix Oulton Park - August

Little Budworth, Cheshire West and Chester

marathon, half marathon, 10k, 5k and more
5
(40 reviews)
£22 – £32
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Sun, 15th Aug
Solihull Half Marathon and 10k

Solihull, West Midlands

half marathon, 10k
£28 – £32
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Sun, 15th Aug
The Somerset Ciderthon

Taunton, Somerset

half marathon, 5k
£25 – £47
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Sun, 15th Aug
The Brett Lydd 20 Mile & Half Marathon

Lydd, Kent

half marathon and more
4
(36 reviews)
£3 – £36
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Sun, 22nd Aug
Regent's Park 10k + 5k - August

London, Greater London

10k, 5k
£24
Booking perksGreat scenery
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Sun, 22nd Aug
Run Durham Dalton Park 5 & 10 Miler

Murton, County Durham

10 miles and more
4
(10 reviews)
£17 – £24
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Sun, 22nd Aug
The Clacton Half Marathon & 10k

Clacton-on-Sea, Essex

half marathon, 10k and more
4
(36 reviews)
£5 – £22
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Sun, 22nd Aug
Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park Runs - Late August

London, Greater London

10k, 5k
4
(1 reviews)
£24
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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.