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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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- Cardiff Half Marathon3OCT
Cardiff Half Marathon
Half Marathon ‧ Cardiff13.1 mi£42(16) - Virgin Money London Marathon3OCT
Virgin Money London Marathon
Marathon ‧ London26.2 mi(48) - Great South Run16OCT
Great South Run
Running ‧ Portsmouth10.0 mi • 3.1 mi • 1.6 mi • 0.9 miCharity places(50) - Royal Parks Half Marathon10OCT
Royal Parks Half Marathon
Half Marathon ‧ London13.1 mi(23) - Cancer Research UK London Winter Run7FEB2021
Cancer Research UK London Winter Run
10k ‧ London6.2 miFree(114) - Bank of Scotland Great Scottish Run3OCT
Bank of Scotland Great Scottish Run
Running ‧ Glasgow13.1 mi • 6.2 mi • 1.9 mi • 1.0 mi£35(35) - Manchester Marathon10APR2021
Manchester Marathon
Marathon ‧ Stretford26.2 miFree(20) - Great Birmingham Run10OCT
Great Birmingham Run
Half Marathon ‧ Birmingham13.1 mi£36(7) - Blackpool Music Run17OCT
Blackpool Music Run
Running ‧ Blackpool6.2 mi • 3.1 mi£10 – £26(7) - Brighton Marathon Weekend16APR2021
Brighton Marathon Weekend
Multi-Sport ‧ Brighton31.1 mi • 26.2 mi • 6.2 mi • 1.0 mi(34) - Blackburn 10K - November15NOV
Blackburn 10K - November
10k ‧ Blackburn6.2 mi • 1.0 mi£5 – £24(25) - Hertfordshire Half Marathon22NOV
Hertfordshire Half Marathon
Half Marathon ‧ Stevenage13.1 mi£34(7) - RunThrough Colchester Stampede Half Marathon3OCT
RunThrough Colchester Stampede Half Marathon
Half Marathon ‧ Colchester13.1 mi£34(2) - Liverpool Half Marathon & 10 Mile21MAR2021
Liverpool Half Marathon & 10 Mile
Running ‧ Liverpool13.1 mi • 10.0 mi£26 – £32(3) - RunThrough - Leicestershire 10K24OCT
RunThrough - Leicestershire 10K
10k ‧ Prestwold6.2 mi£24(1) - Hever Castle Triathlon and Sport Festival25SEP
Hever Castle Triathlon and Sport Festival
Multi-Sport ‧ Hever70.2 mi • 35.0 mi • 32.0 mi • 30.3 mi • 25.8 mi • 18.6 mi • 16.0 mi • 15.2 mi • 13.1 mi • 12.9 mi • 10.7 mi • 7.1 mi • 6.6 mi • 6.2 mi • 3.7 mi • 3.6 mi • 3.4 mi • 3.1 mi • 1.6 mi • 1.0 miC-19 Plan(4) - Colchester Stampede 10K29NOV
Colchester Stampede 10K
10k ‧ Colchester6.2 mi£32(4) - Weybridge 10k6DEC
Weybridge 10k
10k ‧ Shepperton6.2 mi • 1.2 mi£12 – £30(193) - The Yorkshire Marathon17OCT
The Yorkshire Marathon
Marathon ‧ York26.2 miCharity places(33) - Age UK Leeds Abbey Dash24OCT
Age UK Leeds Abbey Dash
10k ‧ Leeds6.2 mi£20(1) - Run Bournemouth Festival2OCT
Run Bournemouth Festival
Running ‧ Bournemouth13.1 mi • 6.2 mi • 3.1 mi • 1.2 mi • 0.9 mi • 0.6 mi(46) - 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 ‧ Ambleside26.2 mi • 13.1 mi • 6.2 mi • 3.1 mi • 1.0 mi£10 – £54 - BHF Blenheim Palace Half Marathon26SEP
BHF Blenheim Palace Half Marathon
Running ‧ Woodstock13.1 mi • 6.2 mi • 1.2 mi
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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.