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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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- 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) - 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£15 – £75 - 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) - 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) - Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park 10k – January2JAN2021
Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park 10k – January
10k ‧ London6.2 mi£18 – £20(9) - Wokingham Half Marathon21FEB2021
Wokingham Half Marathon
Half Marathon ‧ Wokingham13.1 mi(85) - Southend Rudolph Run13DEC
Southend Rudolph Run
Running ‧ Southend-on-Sea5.0 mi • 1.0 mi£5 – £18(15) - The Christmas Pudding Dash19DEC
The Christmas Pudding Dash
Running ‧ Pett5.0 mi • 2.0 mi • 0.3 mi£5 – £18(2) - Battersea Park 5k & 10k - December5DEC
Battersea Park 5k & 10k - December
Running ‧ London6.2 mi • 3.1 mi£24 - The Salcey Forest Christmas 10K & 5K5DEC
The Salcey Forest Christmas 10K & 5K
Running ‧ Northamptonshire6.2 mi • 3.1 mi£12 – £18(7) - 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 - Run Dorney Lake: Half Marathon, 10K, 5K - December13DEC
Run Dorney Lake: Half Marathon, 10K, 5K - December
Running ‧ Windsor13.1 mi • 6.2 mi • 3.1 mi£18 – £35 - Draycote Water, Santa Dash 10K and 5 Mile - December13DEC
Draycote Water, Santa Dash 10K and 5 Mile - December
10k ‧ Kites Hardwick6.2 mi • 5.0 mi£15(11) - Run Richmond Park 5k and 10k Race 145DEC
Run Richmond Park 5k and 10k Race 14
Running ‧ Richmond6.2 mi • 3.1 mi£15 – £18(1) - The Hadleigh Legacy 10k24JAN2021
The Hadleigh Legacy 10k
10k ‧ Hadleigh6.2 mi£16 – £18(65) - Run Dorney Lake: Half Marathon, 10K, 5K - January31JAN2021
Run Dorney Lake: Half Marathon, 10K, 5K - January
Running ‧ Dorney13.0 mi • 6.2 mi • 3.1 mi£18 – £35 - Queen Elizabeth Park 10k - February6FEB2021
Queen Elizabeth Park 10k - February
10k ‧ London6.2 mi£18 – £20 - Salisbury Plain Marathon/Half Marathon5DEC
Salisbury Plain Marathon/Half Marathon
Running ‧ Shipton Bellinger26.2 mi • 13.1 mi£28 – £38(1)
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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.