Dreams Come True

Dreams Come True

Making dreams come true to bring joy to seriously ill children.

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Dreams Come True charity places

Take on one of these events to help make dreams come true for seriously ill children.

Run through traffic-free streets in the heart of Bath and experience the electric atmosphere on the course through the UK's only World Heritage City!
  • Sun 15 Mar 2026
  • £25 + £250 fundraising
Bath, Somerset, UK

GetPRO Bath Half

Dreams Come True

Run through traffic-free streets in the heart of Bath and experience the electric atmosphere on the course through the UK's only World Heritage City!

  • Half marathon
  • Trees not tees
  • Venue accessible
  • Recycling
  • Plastic bottle free
  • Entertainment
  • Ballot
  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • GPS tracking
  • Fundraising required
  • Flat
  • PB
  • Traffic free
  • Event village
  • Urban
  • Park
  • Sustainability policy
  • Public transport links
  • Plastic-free event
  • Age 17 & over
  • Half marathons
One of the largest marathons on the planet over a flat course in one of the world's most iconic cities, the Paris Marathon boasts an incomparable backdrop.
  • Sun 12 Apr 2026
  • £40 + £750 fundraising
Paris, France

Schneider Electric Paris Marathon

Dreams Come True

One of the largest marathons on the planet over a flat course in one of the world's most iconic cities, the Paris Marathon boasts an incomparable backdrop.

  • Marathon
  • Carbon neutral
  • Carbon offset
  • Venue accessible
  • Recycling
  • Entertainment
  • Music
  • Chip timing
  • Fancy dress
  • Event village
  • Event expo
  • Urban
  • Free venue entry
  • Sustainability policy
  • Public transport links
  • Age 18 & over
  • Marathons
An exciting 10K on a flat and fast course, perfect for all abilities, as part of the atmospheric Brighton Marathon Weekend and complete with Beach Village.
  • Sun 12 Apr 2026
  • £15 + £150 fundraising
Brighton, East Sussex, UK

Brighton & Hove 10K

Dreams Come True

An exciting 10K on a flat and fast course, perfect for all abilities, as part of the atmospheric Brighton Marathon Weekend and complete with Beach Village.

  • 10 km road running + 57 ft ascent
  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • GPS tracking
  • Flat
  • Traffic free
  • Age 15 & over
  • 10K runs
The UK's third largest marathon, boasting a new and beautiful seaside course with superb local support, making it a truly sensational running experience.
  • Sun 12 Apr 2026
  • £40 + £450 fundraising
Brighton, East Sussex, UK

Brighton Marathon

Dreams Come True

The UK's third largest marathon, boasting a new and beautiful seaside course with superb local support, making it a truly sensational running experience.

  • 26.2 miles road running + 447 ft ascent
  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • GPS tracking
  • Undulating
  • Traffic free
  • Age 18 & over
  • Marathons
Run with the #DreamTeam and you'll bring moments of magic to children with serious or life-limiting conditions in the UK.
  • Sun 17 May 2026
  • £20 + £350 fundraising
London, UK

Hackney Half

Dreams Come True

Run with the #DreamTeam and you'll bring moments of magic to children with serious or life-limiting conditions in the UK.

  • 13.1 miles road running
  • Chip timing
  • GPS tracking
  • Undulating
  • PB
  • Traffic free
  • Age 17 & over
  • Half marathons
The Big Half promises a party atmosphere on a landmark-packed, half marathon route which follows some of the famous marathon course in reverse!
  • Sun 6 Sep 2026
  • £35 + £350 fundraising
London, UK

The Big Half

Dreams Come True

The Big Half promises a party atmosphere on a landmark-packed, half marathon route which follows some of the famous marathon course in reverse!

  • Half marathon
  • Families
  • Trees not tees
  • Venue accessible
  • Recycling
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Entertainment
  • Music
  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • GPS tracking
  • Flat
  • Traffic free
  • Fancy dress
  • Event village
  • Event expo
  • Urban
  • Sustainability policy
  • Age 17 & over
  • Half marathons
Join 60,000 runners at the world’s biggest and best half marathon with a ballot entry. Get the low-down on key dates, the route and race-day logistics, then secure your place on the iconic start line.
  • Sun 13 Sep 2026
  • £35 + £350 fundraising
Newcastle, Tyne and Wear, UK

Great North Run

Dreams Come True

Join 60,000 runners at the world’s biggest and best half marathon with a ballot entry. Get the low-down on key dates, the route and race-day logistics, then secure your place on the iconic start line.

  • Half marathon
  • Trees not tees
  • Venue accessible
  • Recycling
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Entertainment
  • Music
  • Ballot
  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • GPS tracking
  • Traffic free
  • Fancy dress
  • Event village
  • Event expo
  • Urban
  • Sustainability policy
  • Public transport links
  • Age 17 & over
  • Half marathons
A world record-breaking road race around a historic city on a route featuring the Brandenburg Gate and iconic sights. Now in its 52nd year!
  • Sun 27 Sep 2026
  • £125 + £2,000 fundraising
Berlin, Germany

BMW Berlin Marathon

Dreams Come True

A world record-breaking road race around a historic city on a route featuring the Brandenburg Gate and iconic sights. Now in its 52nd year!

  • Marathon
  • Venue accessible
  • Recycling
  • Plastic bottle free
  • Ballot
  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • GPS tracking
  • Flat
  • PB
  • Traffic free
  • Event village
  • Event expo
  • Urban
  • Sustainability policy
  • Public transport links
  • Age 18 & over
  • Marathons
4 steps to wellbeing
Sleep well

A good night's sleep is an essential foundation for a healthy lifestyle, effective training and weight control.

Train slow

Low-intensity training is easier for you, reduces the risk of injury and helps builds an efficient aerobic system.

Eat natural

Cut out sugar & junk food, reduce carbs, eat natural foods and train your body to burn fat for fuel.

Get outdoors

Fresh air, natural light and reconnecting with nature all help to improve mental and physical wellbeing.