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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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- Cancer Research UK London Winter Run7FEB2021
Cancer Research UK London Winter Run
10k ‧ London6.2 miFreeC-19 Plan(114) - Quicksilver Hampton Court Half Marathon21FEB2021
Quicksilver Hampton Court Half Marathon
Half Marathon ‧ Thames Ditton13.1 mi£35.40 – £37.40C-19 Plan(76) - Weybridge 10k6DEC
Weybridge 10k
10k ‧ Shepperton6.2 mi • 1.2 mi£12 – £30(193) - Milton Keynes Winter Half Marathon13DEC
Milton Keynes Winter Half Marathon
Half Marathon ‧ Milton Keynes13.1 mi£28 – £32(5) - RunUK Richmond Half Marathon – February21FEB2021
RunUK Richmond Half Marathon – February
Half Marathon ‧ Richmond13.1 mi£28 – £30C-19 Plan(64) - 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) - Running Grand Prix Oulton Park – December6DEC
Running Grand Prix Oulton Park – December
Running ‧ Tarporley26.2 mi • 20.0 mi • 16.0 mi • 13.0 mi • 6.2 mi • 3.1 mi£20 – £32(5) - Olympic Park 5k & 10k - December12DEC
Olympic Park 5k & 10k - December
Running ‧ London6.2 mi • 3.1 mi£24(2) - Edinburgh Christmas 10K & 5K Run5DEC
Edinburgh Christmas 10K & 5K Run
Running ‧ Edinburgh6.2 mi • 3.1 mi • 0.6 mi£5 – £22(5) - Spartan Stadion - Twickenham Stadium5DEC
Spartan Stadion - Twickenham Stadium
Multi-Sport ‧ Twickenham3.1 mi • 1.2 mi • 0.6 mi - The Oundle New Year 10K & 5K10JAN2021
The Oundle New Year 10K & 5K
Running ‧ Oundle6.2 mi • 3.1 mi£12 – £28C-19 Plan(18) - Windsor Lakeside Half Marathon28FEB2021
Windsor Lakeside Half Marathon
Half Marathon ‧ Dorney13.1 mi£28 – £30C-19 Plan - Sheffield Santa Ho Ho Glow! Fun Run/Walk19DEC
Sheffield Santa Ho Ho Glow! Fun Run/Walk
Running ‧ Sheffield6.2 mi • 3.1 mi£18 – £22(2) - The Christmas Pudding Dash19DEC
The Christmas Pudding Dash
Running ‧ Pett5.0 mi • 2.0 mi£7 – £18(2) - Gosport Christmas Golden Mile and 5k6DEC
Gosport Christmas Golden Mile and 5k
5k ‧ Gosport3.1 mi • 1.0 mi£6 – £28C-19 Plan(4) - Southampton Common 10k6DEC
Southampton Common 10k
10k ‧ Southampton6.2 mi£15(10) - Chase The Moon Olympic Park – December9DEC
Chase The Moon Olympic Park – December
Running ‧ London6.2 mi • 3.1 mi£22 - The Gravesend Floodlit 10K and 5K Series – Race 317DEC
The Gravesend Floodlit 10K and 5K Series – Race 3
Running ‧ Gravesend6.2 mi • 3.1 mi£12 – £14C-19 Plan - Lamberhurst New Year’s Day 10k & 5k1JAN2021
Lamberhurst New Year’s Day 10k & 5k
Running ‧ Wadhurst6.2 mi • 3.1 mi • 0.6 mi£5 – £20C-19 Plan(11) - The Hadleigh Legacy 10k24JAN2021
The Hadleigh Legacy 10k
10k ‧ Hadleigh6.2 mi£18 – £20(65) - The Gravesend Floodlit 10K and 5K Series – Race 428JAN2021
The Gravesend Floodlit 10K and 5K Series – Race 4
Running ‧ Gravesend6.2 mi • 3.1 mi£12 – £14C-19 Plan - The Gravesend Floodlit 10K and 5K Series – Race 525FEB2021
The Gravesend Floodlit 10K and 5K Series – Race 5
Running ‧ Gravesend6.2 mi • 3.1 mi£12 – £14C-19 Plan(2) - Langsett 1027FEB2021
Langsett 10
10k ‧ Stocksbridge6.2 mi£17.50C-19 Plan(9) - The 90 Minute Dash5DEC
The 90 Minute Dash
Running ‧ London£19C-19 Plan
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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.