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5K runs in East Midlands

Find 5k runs near me in East Midlands for 2025/2026 - search by date or place, display on a map or use the advanced search to find your perfect race.

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One of the most technically difficult Tough Mudder events where all obstacles are scaled-up, with surprises, extra muddy terrain, killer hills and scenic views of Belvoir Castle too.
  • Sat 5 Jul
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  • Sat 5 Jul
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Grantham, Leicestershire, UK

Tough Mudder Midlands | 5K - Saturday

Secure your charity place in Tough Mudder Midlands today. Challenge yourself through mud and over obstacles while supporting top UK charities. Find a cause and join their team today!

  • Enter online
  • Hilly
  • Traffic free
  • Fundraising optional
  • Age 14 & over
  • 5 km multi terrain running
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One of the most technically difficult Tough Mudder events where all obstacles are scaled-up, with surprises, extra muddy terrain, killer hills and scenic views of Belvoir Castle too.
  • Sun 6 Jul
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  • Sun 6 Jul
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Grantham, Leicestershire, UK

Tough Mudder Midlands | 5K - Sunday

Secure your charity place in Tough Mudder Midlands today. Challenge yourself through mud and over obstacles while supporting top UK charities. Find a cause and join their team today!

  • Enter online
  • Hilly
  • Traffic free
  • Fundraising optional
  • Age 14 & over
  • 5 km multi terrain running
A new and totally unique running challenge where you aim to run 10 x 5K laps which get faster the more you complete. How far can you go?
  • Sun 20 Jul
  • £53-£55
  • Sun 20 Jul
  • £53-£55
Boston, Lincolnshire, UK

Revesby Running Festival | Challenge The Estate

A new and totally unique running challenge where you aim to run 10 x 5K laps which get faster the more you complete. How far can you go?

  • Enter online
  • PB
  • Traffic free
  • Age 20 & over
  • 1 day trail running
Run 5K on a private estate surrounded by unparalleled scenery making it one of the most picturesque events in the area. Enjoy the journey at your own pace.
  • Sun 20 Jul
  • £13
  • Sun 20 Jul
  • £13
Boston, Lincolnshire, UK

Revesby Running Festival | 5K

Run 5K on a private estate surrounded by unparalleled scenery making it one of the most picturesque events in the area. Enjoy the journey at your own pace.

  • Enter online
  • PB
  • Age 12 & over
  • 5 km trail running
A great opportunity to be part of the day's events but over a shorter distance. Run the start and finish of the half marathon route with an exclusive link section through the beautiful Beckets Park.
  • Sun 14 Sep
  • £16
  • Sun 14 Sep
  • £16
Northampton, Northamptonshire, UK

The Amazing Northampton Run | 3 Mile Race

A great opportunity to be part of the day's events but over a shorter distance. Run the start and finish of the half marathon route with an exclusive link section through the beautiful Beckets Park.

  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Traffic free
  • Age 5 & over
  • 3.4 miles road running + 147 ft ascent
The trail goes through the grounds of the 2000-acre Holdenby Estate and on surrounding farmland with fantastic views of the country house, finishing through the iconic arches that adorn the grounds.
  • Sun 12 Oct
  • £24
  • Sun 12 Oct
  • £24
Northampton, Northamptonshire, UK

ATW Holdenby House 5K Canicross

The trail goes through the grounds of the 2000-acre Holdenby Estate and on surrounding farmland with fantastic views of the country house, finishing through the iconic arches that adorn the grounds.

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  • Traffic free
  • Age 16 & over
  • 5.4 km trail running
The trail goes through the grounds of the 2,000 acre Holdenby Estate and on surrounding farmland with fantastic views of the country house, finishing through the iconic arches that adorn the grounds.
  • Sun 12 Oct
  • £19
  • Sun 12 Oct
  • £19
Northampton, Northamptonshire, UK

ATW Holdenby House 5K Trail Run

The trail goes through the grounds of the 2,000 acre Holdenby Estate and on surrounding farmland with fantastic views of the country house, finishing through the iconic arches that adorn the grounds.

  • Enter online
  • Traffic free
  • Age 11 & over
  • 5.4 km trail running
Fast, flat, food! Boasting a scenic route, a hot drink and slice of cake at the end and a flat and fast course, what's not to be loved? A sure-fire hit with runners of all levels.
  • Sun 9 Nov
  • £21-£23
  • Sun 9 Nov
  • £21-£23
Boston, Lincolnshire, UK

Mallard Cake Dash | 5K

Fast, flat, food! Boasting a scenic route, a hot drink and slice of cake at the end and a flat and fast course, what's not to be loved? A sure-fire hit with runners of all levels.

  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Flat
  • Age 11 & over
  • 5 km road running
Join this fantastic festive experience on a completely flat course – perfect for achieving your personal best over a certified, accurate route, with free race photo, custom medal and friendly support!
  • Sun 21 Dec
  • £16-£18
  • Sun 21 Dec
  • £16-£18
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, UK

ATW Nottingham Holme Run | 5K

Join this fantastic festive experience on a completely flat course – perfect for achieving your personal best over a certified, accurate route, with free race photo, custom medal and friendly support!

  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Flat
  • PB
  • Traffic free
  • Age 11 & over
  • 5 km road running + 16 ft ascent
Gear up for an adrenaline-packed winter running experience like no other at Mallory Park Motor Racing Circuit!
  • Sun 18 Jan 2026
  • £22-£24
  • Sun 18 Jan 2026
  • £22-£24
Kirkby Mallory, Leicestershire, UK

ATW Mallory Park Winter Run 5K

Gear up for an adrenaline-packed winter running experience like no other at Mallory Park Motor Racing Circuit!

  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Age 11 & over
  • 5 km road running
Join this fantastic experience on a completely flat course – perfect for achieving your personal best over a certified, accurate route, with free race photo, custom medal and friendly support!
  • Sun 8 Mar 2026
  • £16-£18
  • Sun 8 Mar 2026
  • £16-£18
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, UK

ATW Nottingham Holme Run | 5K

Join this fantastic experience on a completely flat course – perfect for achieving your personal best over a certified, accurate route, with free race photo, custom medal and friendly support!

  • Enter online
  • Flat
  • PB
  • Traffic free
  • Age 11 & over
  • 5 km road running
  • Sat 14 Jun
Matlock, Derbyshire, UK

The Whitworth Thread 5K

  • 5 km road running
  • Sun 29 Jun
Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, UK

Smash Sherwood | 5km

  • 5 km trail running
  • Sat 5 Jul
Chesterfield, Derbyshire, UK

No Walk in the Park | 5K

  • 5 km road running
  • Wed 9 Jul
Kettering, Northamptonshire, UK

The Northants 5K Race Series - Race 4

  • 5 km multi terrain running
  • Sat 12 Jul
Matlock, Derbyshire, UK

The Whitworth Thread 5K

  • 5 km road running
  • Sat 12 Jul
Grantham, Leicestershire, UK

Midlands Spartan Trifecta Weekend | Sprint 5K - Saturday

  • 5 km multi terrain running
  • Sun 13 Jul
Grantham, Leicestershire, UK

Midlands Spartan Trifecta Weekend | Sprint 5K - Sunday

  • 5 km multi terrain running
  • Fri 18 Jul
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, UK

5.30 Nottingham

  • 5 km road running
  • Sun 20 Jul
Winwick, Northamptonshire, UK

Winwick Hall Trail Races | 5K

  • 5 km trail running
  • Sat 2 Aug
Chesterfield, Derbyshire, UK

No Walk in the Park | 5K

  • 5 km road running
  • Sat 9 Aug
Matlock, Derbyshire, UK

The Whitworth Thread 5K

  • 5 km road running
  • Sat 6 Sep
Chesterfield, Derbyshire, UK

No Walk in the Park | 5K

  • 5 km road running
  • Sat 22 Nov
Derby, Derbyshire, UK

Derby MoRun | 5K

  • 5 km road running

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