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- RunThrough Goodwood Motor Circuit Grand Prix - September26SEP
RunThrough Goodwood Motor Circuit Grand Prix - September
Running ‧ Chichester26.1 mi • 20.0 mi • 13.0 mi • 6.2 mi • 3.1 mi£24 – £34(2) - The Royal Borough of Kingston Half Marathon10OCT
The Royal Borough of Kingston Half Marathon
Half Marathon ‧ Kingston upon Thames13.1 mi£35.40 – £37.40(4) - RunThrough Bedford Autodrome Grand Prix – October17OCT
RunThrough Bedford Autodrome Grand Prix – October
Running ‧ Bedford26.2 mi • 20.0 mi • 16.0 mi • 13.1 mi • 6.2 mi • 3.1 mi£20 – £32(1) - 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) - The Folkestone Rotary Half Marathon26SEP
The Folkestone Rotary Half Marathon
Half Marathon ‧ Folkestone13.1 mi£21 – £23(7) - Olympic Park 5k & 10k - December12DEC
Olympic Park 5k & 10k - December
Running ‧ London6.2 mi • 3.1 mi£24(2) - The PodPlus Kent Spring Marathon & Half Marathon3OCT
The PodPlus Kent Spring Marathon & Half Marathon
Running ‧ Charing26.2 mi • 13.1 mi£15 – £32(34) - Edinburgh Christmas 10K & 5K Run5DEC
Edinburgh Christmas 10K & 5K Run
Running ‧ Edinburgh6.2 mi • 3.1 mi • 0.6 mi£5 – £22(5) - Newcastle 1.5k, 5k & 10k MoRun1NOV
Newcastle 1.5k, 5k & 10k MoRun
Running ‧ Newcastle upon Tyne6.2 mi • 3.1 mi • 0.9 mi£10 – £20C-19 Plan(3) - Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park Half Marathon1NOV
Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park Half Marathon
Half Marathon ‧ LondonCharity places(18) - Poole 1.5k, 5k & 10k MoRun7NOV
Poole 1.5k, 5k & 10k MoRun
Running ‧ Upton6.2 mi • 3.1 mi • 0.9 mi£10 – £20C-19 Plan(1) - Aberdeen 1.5k, 5k & 10k MoRun7NOV
Aberdeen 1.5k, 5k & 10k MoRun
Running ‧ Aberdeen6.2 mi • 3.1 mi • 0.9 mi£10 – £20C-19 Plan(1) - Edinburgh 1.5k, 5k & 10k MoRun7NOV
Edinburgh 1.5k, 5k & 10k MoRun
Running ‧ Edinburgh6.2 mi • 3.1 mi • 0.9 mi£10 – £20C-19 Plan(5) - Ipswich 1.5k, 5k & 10k MoRun7NOV
Ipswich 1.5k, 5k & 10k MoRun
Running ‧ Ipswich6.2 mi • 3.1 mi • 0.9 mi£10 – £20C-19 Plan - Perth 5k & 10k MoRun8NOV
Perth 5k & 10k MoRun
Running ‧ Perth6.2 mi • 3.1 mi • 0.9 mi£10 – £20C-19 Plan - Glasgow 1.5k, 5k & 10k MoRun8NOV
Glasgow 1.5k, 5k & 10k MoRun
Running ‧ Glasgow6.2 mi • 3.1 mi • 0.9 mi£10 – £20C-19 Plan(3) - Southampton 1.5k, 5k & 10k MoRun8NOV
Southampton 1.5k, 5k & 10k MoRun
Running ‧ Southampton6.2 mi • 3.1 mi • 0.9 mi£10 – £20C-19 Plan(1) - Whitstable & Herne Bay 1.5k, 5k & 10k MoRun8NOV
Whitstable & Herne Bay 1.5k, 5k & 10k MoRun
Running ‧ Herne Bay6.2 mi • 3.1 mi • 0.9 mi£10 – £20C-19 Plan(1) - Birmingham 5k & 10k MoRun14NOV
Birmingham 5k & 10k MoRun
Running ‧ Sutton Coldfield6.2 mi • 3.1 mi • 0.9 mi£10 – £20C-19 Plan(5) - Tollymore Trail Marathon Events14NOV
Tollymore Trail Marathon Events
Running ‧ Newcastle40.0 mi • 26.2 mi • 13.1 mi • 6.2 mi£27.50 – £62(11) - Cardiff 1.5k, 5k & 10k MoRun14NOV
Cardiff 1.5k, 5k & 10k MoRun
Running ‧ Cardiff6.2 mi • 3.1 mi • 0.9 mi£10 – £20C-19 Plan(9) - Manchester 5k & 10k, MoRun14NOV
Manchester 5k & 10k, MoRun
Running ‧ Prestwich6.2 mi • 3.1 mi • 0.9 mi£10 – £20C-19 Plan(7)
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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.