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5K runs in UK in September 2025

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Participate in the evening 5km run along the Thames, passing by London's iconic landmarks against a twilight backdrop.
  • Wed 10 Sep
  • £40
London, UK

Run the River | 5K

Participate in the evening 5km run along the Thames, passing by London's iconic landmarks against a twilight backdrop.

  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Age 7 & over
  • 5 km road running
Run as far as you can during the 4-hour event through the lovely Bawsey Country Park on a multi-terrain loop. Run, rest, then head out for more.
  • Sat 13 Sep
  • £33-£38
King's Lynn, Norfolk, UK

Easier Said Than Run | 4 Hour

Run as far as you can during the 4-hour event through the lovely Bawsey Country Park on a multi-terrain loop. Run, rest, then head out for more.

  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Undulating
  • Traffic free
  • Age 18 & over
  • 4 hrs trail running + 253 ft ascent
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
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 challenge is back on! Who will reign supreme - City or Wharf? It's time to get competitive and bring the victory to your team.
  • Thu 18 Sep
  • £25-£30
London, UK

The City v Wharf Corporate Run Challenge | 5K

The challenge is back on! Who will reign supreme - City or Wharf? It's time to get competitive and bring the victory to your team.

  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Flat
  • Age 11 & over
  • 5 km road running + 9 m ascent
Enjoy a trip up the Leeds and Liverpool Canal this autumn with a choice of distances, all along the flat and even towpath, this event is perfect for runners of all abilities.
  • Sat 20 Sep
  • £14-£16
Shipley, West Yorkshire, UK

Sir Titus Autumn Fudge Trudge | Day 1 | 5K

Enjoy a trip up the Leeds and Liverpool Canal this autumn with a choice of distances, all along the flat and even towpath, this event is perfect for runners of all abilities.

  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Flat
  • Age 16 & over
  • 5 km trail running + 82 ft ascent
Come and join the day of running and aim to complete a 5K at your own pace on a scenic course then receive a fantastic themed medal and goody bag at the finish!
  • Sat 20 Sep
  • £22-£27
Aberdare, Mid Glamorgan, UK

Fraggle Run | Wales | 5K

Come and join the day of running and aim to complete a 5K at your own pace on a scenic course then receive a fantastic themed medal and goody bag at the finish!

  • Enter online
  • Traffic free
  • Age 12 & over
  • 5 km road running
Your race, your pace, your distance! Utilising the Gallops route at the amazing Suffolk Running Centre which takes you through to Newmarket so you may get to see the race horses in training!
  • Sat 20 Sep
  • £23-£25
Bury Saint Edmunds, Suffolk, UK

The Lucky Horseshoe | 5K

Your race, your pace, your distance! Utilising the Gallops route at the amazing Suffolk Running Centre which takes you through to Newmarket so you may get to see the race horses in training!

  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Undulating
  • Traffic free
  • Age 18 & over
  • 5 km trail running
London South is the standout event of the series for good reason. 'Showstopper' obstacles, a diverse course, seriously muddy obstacles and a party atmosphere make it the ultimate mud party!
  • Sat 20 Sep
Horsham, West Sussex, UK

Tough Mudder London South | 5K - Saturday

Secure your charity place in Tough Mudder London South 5K Saturday today. Run for charity in a muddy obstacle course 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
Join Birmingham Hospice to take over Cofton Park for a day filled with a kaleidoscope of colour, music and laughter over a fun 5km route!
  • Sat 20 Sep
  • £10-£65
Birmingham, West Midlands, UK

Birminghams Rainbow Rush | 5K

Join Birmingham Hospice to take over Cofton Park for a day filled with a kaleidoscope of colour, music and laughter over a fun 5km route!

  • Enter online
  • Undulating
  • Traffic free
  • Age 5 & over
  • 5 km multi terrain running
Enjoy a trip up the Leeds and Liverpool Canal this autumn with a choice of distances, all along the flat and even towpath, this event is perfect for runners of all abilities.
  • Sun 21 Sep
  • £14-£16
Shipley, West Yorkshire, UK

Sir Titus Autumn Fudge Trudge | Day 2 | 5K

Enjoy a trip up the Leeds and Liverpool Canal this autumn with a choice of distances, all along the flat and even towpath, this event is perfect for runners of all abilities.

  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Flat
  • Age 16 & over
  • 5 km trail running + 82 ft ascent
Come and join the day of running and aim to complete a 5K at your own pace on a scenic course then receive a fantastic themed medal and goody bag at the finish!
  • Sun 21 Sep
  • £23-£27
Staines, Surrey, UK

Fraggle Run | 5K

Come and join the day of running and aim to complete a 5K at your own pace on a scenic course then receive a fantastic themed medal and goody bag at the finish!

  • Enter online
  • Flat
  • Traffic free
  • Age 12 & over
  • 5 km road running + 0 ft ascent
London South is the standout event of the series for good reason. 'Showstopper' obstacles, a diverse course, seriously muddy obstacles and a party atmosphere make it the ultimate mud party!
  • Sun 21 Sep
Horsham, West Sussex, UK

Tough Mudder London South | 5K - Sunday

Secure your charity place in Tough Mudder London South 5K Sunday today. Run for charity in a muddy obstacle course 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
Come and join the day of running and aim to complete a 5K at your own pace on an out-and-back route along an old railway line (nice and flat) then receive a medal and goody bag at the finish!
  • Sat 27 Sep
  • £26-£28
Lincoln, Lincolnshire, UK

Runaway Challenge | 5K

Come and join the day of running and aim to complete a 5K at your own pace on an out-and-back route along an old railway line (nice and flat) then receive a medal and goody bag at the finish!

  • Enter online
  • Flat
  • PB
  • Traffic free
  • Age 12 & over
  • 5 km trail running + 30 ft ascent
Come and join the day of running and aim to complete a 5K at your own pace on a scenic out-and-back course then receive a fantastic themed medal and goody bag at the finish!
  • Sat 27 Sep
  • £23-£27
Staines, Surrey, UK

Romp Run | 5K

Come and join the day of running and aim to complete a 5K at your own pace on a scenic out-and-back course then receive a fantastic themed medal and goody bag at the finish!

  • Enter online
  • Flat
  • Traffic free
  • Age 12 & over
  • 5 km road running + 0 ft ascent
Enjoy the stunning route, push your limits, and, of course, earn your race bling over 5K distance. Runners will love the fuel and encouragement with every lap!
  • Sun 28 Sep
  • £25-£27
Dereham, Norfolk, UK

The Wensum Way Trail | 5K

Enjoy the stunning route, push your limits, and, of course, earn your race bling over 5K distance. Runners will love the fuel and encouragement with every lap!

  • Enter online
  • Age 18 & over
  • 5 km trail running + 62 ft ascent
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This welcoming 5K for runners of all abilities follows a flat route by the scenic River Ness, as part of the awe-inspiring Loch Ness Marathon festival weekend.
  • Sun 28 Sep
  • £12.50-£16.50
  • Entries close soon
Inverness, Highland, UK

River Ness 5K

This welcoming 5K for runners of all abilities follows a flat route by the scenic River Ness, as part of the awe-inspiring Loch Ness Marathon festival weekend.

  • Flat
  • Traffic free
  • Age 1 & over
  • 5 km road running
  • Wed 10 Sep
Ulverston, Lake District National Park, UK

Hoad Hill Harriers Autumn 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run | 5K

  • 5 km road running
  • Thu 11 Sep
Burnley, Lancashire, UK

Clowbridge 5K Autumn Series – Race 2

  • 5 km trail running + 25 m ascent
  • Fri 12 Sep
York, North Yorkshire, UK

EvenSplits York 5K Race Series - September

  • 5 km road running
  • Sat 13 Sep
Matlock, Derbyshire, UK

The Whitworth Thread 5K

  • 5 km road running + 30 m ascent
  • Sun 14 Sep
Gretna, Dumfries and Galloway, UK

Caledonia Park 5K

  • 5 km road running + 21 m ascent
  • Sun 14 Sep
Scarborough, North Yorkshire, UK

The East Coast Chuffer | 5K

  • 5 km trail running + 154 ft ascent
  • Sun 14 Sep
Bournemouth, Dorset, UK

Boscombe Seafront 5K

  • 5 km road running
  • Sun 14 Sep
Eastbourne, East Sussex, UK

Eastbourne 5K | 5K

  • 5 km road running + 17 m ascent
  • Sun 14 Sep
Craigavon, County Armagh, UK

Rock the Lough 25 | 5K

  • 5 km road running

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