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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 miFree(114) - Hackney Moves14MAY2021
Hackney Moves
Running ‧ London13.1 mi • 3.1 miFreeC-19 Plan(49) - Brighton Marathon Weekend11SEP2021
Brighton Marathon Weekend
Multi-Sport ‧ Brighton31.1 mi • 26.2 mi • 6.2 miFree – £35C-19 Plan(34) - Quicksilver Hampton Court Half Marathon21FEB2021
Quicksilver Hampton Court Half Marathon
Half Marathon ‧ Thames Ditton13.1 mi£35.40 – £37.40C-19 Plan(76) - Hertfordshire Half Marathon22NOV
Hertfordshire Half Marathon
Half Marathon ‧ Stevenage13.1 mi£34(7) - Run Silverstone15NOV
Run Silverstone
Running ‧ Towcester13.1 mi • 6.2 mi • 3.1 mi • 1.0 mi£20 – £37C-19 Plan(3) - Manchester Marathon9OCT2021
Manchester Marathon
Marathon ‧ Stretford26.2 mi£59.50(20) - Weston Super Half28MAR2021
Weston Super Half
Half Marathon ‧ Weston-super-Mare13.1 mi • 1.0 mi£5 – £43(3) - Weybridge 10k6DEC
Weybridge 10k
10k ‧ Shepperton6.2 mi • 1.2 mi£12 – £30(193) - Oxford Half Marathon9OCT2021
Oxford Half Marathon
Half Marathon ‧ Oxford13.1 miFreeC-19 Plan(21) - 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 ‧ Clappersgate26.2 mi • 13.1 mi • 6.2 mi • 3.1 mi • 1.0 mi£10 – £54C-19 Plan - Royal Borough of Kingston Spring Raceday28MAR2021
Royal Borough of Kingston Spring Raceday
Running ‧ Kingston upon Thames20.0 mi • 16.0 mi • 8.0 mi£25.40 – £36.40C-19 Plan(2) - Snowdonia Trail Marathon10JUL2021
Snowdonia Trail Marathon
Running ‧ Caernarfon37.2 mi • 27.3 mi • 12.9 mi • 6.2 mi£28 – £80C-19 Plan(4) - 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) - Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park Half Marathon1NOV
Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park Half Marathon
Half Marathon ‧ London(18) - Warwick Reindeer Run29NOV
Warwick Reindeer Run
Running ‧ Warwick4.3 mi • 1.6 mi • 0.6 mi£5 – £20 - Spartan Stadion - Twickenham Stadium5DEC
Spartan Stadion - Twickenham Stadium
Multi-Sport ‧ Twickenham3.1 mi • 1.2 mi • 0.6 mi - St Neots Half Marathon15NOV
St Neots Half Marathon
Half Marathon ‧ Eynesbury13.1 mi • 1.9 mi(5)
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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.