Events calendar 2025 - 2026

• Sun 13 Sep 2026
• £68

Great North Run

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.

• 13.1 miles road running + 404 ft ascent

• Sat 11 - Sun 12 Oct
• £40-£210

Hever Castle Commando Obstacle Festival

The Hever Castle Commando obstacle race is the only event that can recreate the mud, sweat and pain of modern day Royal Marines Commando training. Have you got what it takes?

• Obstacle race 6

• Sat 4 Apr 2026
• £20-£38

Samaritans Way Trail Run & Walk

The Samaritans Way Trail Run is a celebration of the life-changing work of the Teesside Samaritans, so come and take on the trails and get your shoes muddy in solidarity for this great cause.

• 10K run
• Trail run
• Short walk 2

• Fri 19 - Sat 20 Sep
• £55-£99

Peak District Challenge

Trek or run through the Peak District on a distance of your choice from 25K to 100 miles with full safety support, food, drinks and a delicious stew supper! Navigate your way or join a guided group.

• Trail run 2
• 100K ultra run
• 100 mile ultra run
• 50K ultra run

• Sat 20 Sep
• £14-£56

Sir Titus Autumn Fudge Trudge | Day 1

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.

• 10K run
• Half marathon
• Marathon
• Ultra run
• 10 miler
• + 2 more races

• Sat 20 Sep
• £45-£60
• Pay in instalments

London to Brighton Off-Road Bike Ride

Come and tackle miles of technical terrain with superb views on a dirt adventure you'll never forget! It's Europe's largest charity mountain bike ride, and you're invited to join in.

Email heretohelp@bhf.org.uk for instalments code

• Charity bike ride 2

• Sat 20 Sep
• £23-£37.50

The Lucky Horseshoe

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!

• 5K run
• 10K run
• Half marathon
• Marathon
• Ultra run

• Sat 20 Sep
• £15-£45

Salmon Run

An ultra 43-mile and team relay with opportunities for runners of all speeds on one day, empathising with the challenges faced by the endangered Exe Atlantic river salmon as they go upstream to spawn!

• Ultra run
• Multi-terrain run

• Sat 20 - Sun 21 Sep
• £25-£130

Calder Divide Trail

A multi-day gravel adventure across 12 valleys, 6 moors and along the watershed of the River Calder in West Yorkshire through a diverse and stunning landscape.

• Gravel events 2

• Sat 20 Sep
• £10-£65

Birminghams Rainbow Rush

Join Birmingham Hospice to take over Cofton Park for a day filled with a kaleidoscope of colour, music and laughter. 2.5km or 5km routes available!

• Fun run
• 5K run

• Sat 20 Sep
• £16-£35

Fraggle Run | Wales

Who doesn't know and love The Fraggles! Come and join Saturn Running for the Fraggle Run and earn a medal based on the adorable little creatures!!

• Trail run
• 5K run
• 10K run
• Half marathon
• Marathon
• + 3 more races

• Sat 20 - Sun 21 Sep
• £37

Tissington Trail Half Marathon Weekend

A breathtaking half marathon in the beautiful Derbyshire countryside... it's how racing was meant to be! Take on the Tissington Trail and enjoy something magical!

• Half marathon 2

• Sat 20 Sep
• £40-£165

Skyline Scotland

Seven races. One epic day. Salomon Skyline Scotland® returns, hosted at Nevis Range, Fort William.

• 100K ultra run
• Trail run 2
• Marathon 2
• Half marathon
• 10K run

• Sat 20 Sep
• £8-£65

Walk of Hope

A 10K ramble bringing people together to enjoy a walk through the beautiful grounds of Tatton Park in honour of the treatment and care provided by The Christie.

• 10 km walking

• Sun 21 Sep
• £45-£56

Dawlish Triathlon

Triathlons at Dawlish Warren, a safe and supported environment for sea swimming, with a range of triathlon distances to offer a great challenge in a scenic location.

• Super sprint triathlon
• Sprint triathlon

• Sun 21 Sep
• £32-£46

Dawlish Swim

Dawlish Warren is a fantastic location for a sea swim, regardless of experience level, plus the excellent Teignmouth Surf Life Saving Club team will be on hand to keep everyone safe.

• Sea swim 3

• Sun 21 Sep
• £30-£97

Eton Dorney Triathlon & Swims

The Olympic venue, Eton Dorney, offers pan-flat, traffic-free roads and a beautiful clear lake for all levels of triathletes and swimmers to enjoy in an exclusive setting.

• Super sprint triathlon
• Sprint triathlon
• Olympic triathlon
• Lake swim 4

• Sun 21 Sep
• £20-£35

The Malton 10K

“Britain’s Tastiest 10K” Inspired by the Marathon Du Medoc in France's wine region, the event is a ‘Gourmet Wineathlon’ through an area of Yorkshire famous for its local produce and beautiful scenery.

• 10K run
• Fun run
• Short walk

• Sun 21 Sep
• £78-£180

ATW Big East & Maldon Triathlon

The Big East and Maldon Triathlon is brought to you by the largest triathlon organiser in the UK! A great experience featuring a tidal river swim.

• Sprint triathlon
• Olympic triathlon
• Standard aquabike
• Half Ironman
• Middle aquabike

• Sun 21 Sep
• £14-£56

Sir Titus Autumn Fudge Trudge | Day 2

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.

• 5K run
• 10K run
• Half marathon
• Trail run
• Marathon
• + 2 more races

• Sun 21 Sep
• £35-£65

Pedal Wye Valley

Choose your distance and take in the breathtaking scenery as you cycle through the beautiful Wye Valley, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

• Charity bike ride 3

• Sun 21 Sep
• £16-£35

Fraggle Run

Who doesn't know and love The Fraggles! Come and join Saturn Running for the Fraggle Run and earn a medal based on the adorable little creatures!!

• Trail run
• 5K run
• 10K run
• Half marathon
• Marathon
• + 3 more races

• Sun 21 Sep
• £54-£56

Thrive Gravel

The epic finale of the 2025 GrALBA Series, set in the heart of the Cairngorms as part of the Thrive Mountain Bike Festival. Join a spectacular day on the trails to celebrate the gravel riding season!

• 85 km gravel riding

• Thu 18 Sep
• £25-£40

The City v Wharf Corporate Run Challenge

The challenge is back for 2025! Who will reign supreme - City or Wharf? It's time to get competitive and bring the victory to your team in the relay of the year.

• 5K run
• 10K run

• Fri 19 - Sat 20 Sep
• £55-£99

Peak District Challenge

Trek or run through the Peak District on a distance of your choice from 25K to 100 miles with full safety support, food, drinks and a delicious stew supper! Navigate your way or join a guided group.

• Trail run 2
• 100K ultra run
• 100 mile ultra run
• 50K ultra run

• Sat 20 Sep
• £14-£56

Sir Titus Autumn Fudge Trudge | Day 1

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.

• 10K run
• Half marathon
• Marathon
• Ultra run
• 10 miler
• + 2 more races

• Sat 20 Sep
• £45-£60
• Pay in instalments

London to Brighton Off-Road Bike Ride

Come and tackle miles of technical terrain with superb views on a dirt adventure you'll never forget! It's Europe's largest charity mountain bike ride, and you're invited to join in.

Email heretohelp@bhf.org.uk for instalments code

• Charity bike ride 2

• Sat 20 Sep
• £23-£37.50

The Lucky Horseshoe

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!

• 5K run
• 10K run
• Half marathon
• Marathon
• Ultra run

• Sat 20 Sep
• £15-£45

Salmon Run

An ultra 43-mile and team relay with opportunities for runners of all speeds on one day, empathising with the challenges faced by the endangered Exe Atlantic river salmon as they go upstream to spawn!

• Ultra run
• Multi-terrain run

• Sat 20 - Sun 21 Sep
• £25-£130

Calder Divide Trail

A multi-day gravel adventure across 12 valleys, 6 moors and along the watershed of the River Calder in West Yorkshire through a diverse and stunning landscape.

• Gravel events 2

• Sat 20 Sep
• £10-£65

Birminghams Rainbow Rush

Join Birmingham Hospice to take over Cofton Park for a day filled with a kaleidoscope of colour, music and laughter. 2.5km or 5km routes available!

• Fun run
• 5K run

• Sat 20 Sep
• £16-£35

Fraggle Run | Wales

Who doesn't know and love The Fraggles! Come and join Saturn Running for the Fraggle Run and earn a medal based on the adorable little creatures!!

• Trail run
• 5K run
• 10K run
• Half marathon
• Marathon
• + 3 more races

• Sat 20 - Sun 21 Sep
• £37

Tissington Trail Half Marathon Weekend

A breathtaking half marathon in the beautiful Derbyshire countryside... it's how racing was meant to be! Take on the Tissington Trail and enjoy something magical!

• Half marathon 2

• Sat 20 Sep
• £40-£165

Skyline Scotland

Seven races. One epic day. Salomon Skyline Scotland® returns, hosted at Nevis Range, Fort William.

• 100K ultra run
• Trail run 2
• Marathon 2
• Half marathon
• 10K run

• Sat 20 Sep
• £8-£65

Walk of Hope

A 10K ramble bringing people together to enjoy a walk through the beautiful grounds of Tatton Park in honour of the treatment and care provided by The Christie.

• 10 km walking

• Sun 21 Sep
• £45-£56

Dawlish Triathlon

Triathlons at Dawlish Warren, a safe and supported environment for sea swimming, with a range of triathlon distances to offer a great challenge in a scenic location.

• Super sprint triathlon
• Sprint triathlon

• Sun 21 Sep
• £32-£46

Dawlish Swim

Dawlish Warren is a fantastic location for a sea swim, regardless of experience level, plus the excellent Teignmouth Surf Life Saving Club team will be on hand to keep everyone safe.

• Sea swim 3

• Sun 21 Sep
• £30-£97

Eton Dorney Triathlon & Swims

The Olympic venue, Eton Dorney, offers pan-flat, traffic-free roads and a beautiful clear lake for all levels of triathletes and swimmers to enjoy in an exclusive setting.

• Super sprint triathlon
• Sprint triathlon
• Olympic triathlon
• Lake swim 4

• Sun 21 Sep
• £20-£35

The Malton 10K

“Britain’s Tastiest 10K” Inspired by the Marathon Du Medoc in France's wine region, the event is a ‘Gourmet Wineathlon’ through an area of Yorkshire famous for its local produce and beautiful scenery.

• 10K run
• Fun run
• Short walk

• Sun 21 Sep
• £78-£180

ATW Big East & Maldon Triathlon

The Big East and Maldon Triathlon is brought to you by the largest triathlon organiser in the UK! A great experience featuring a tidal river swim.

• Sprint triathlon
• Olympic triathlon
• Standard aquabike
• Half Ironman
• Middle aquabike

• Sun 21 Sep
• £14-£56

Sir Titus Autumn Fudge Trudge | Day 2

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.

• 5K run
• 10K run
• Half marathon
• Trail run
• Marathon
• + 2 more races

• Sun 21 Sep
• £35-£65

Pedal Wye Valley

Choose your distance and take in the breathtaking scenery as you cycle through the beautiful Wye Valley, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

• Charity bike ride 3

• Sun 21 Sep
• £16-£35

Fraggle Run

Who doesn't know and love The Fraggles! Come and join Saturn Running for the Fraggle Run and earn a medal based on the adorable little creatures!!

• Trail run
• 5K run
• 10K run
• Half marathon
• Marathon
• + 3 more races

• Sun 21 Sep
• £54-£56

Thrive Gravel

The epic finale of the 2025 GrALBA Series, set in the heart of the Cairngorms as part of the Thrive Mountain Bike Festival. Join a spectacular day on the trails to celebrate the gravel riding season!

• 85 km gravel riding

• Sun 21 Sep
• £25.50-£36.50

Men's 10K Edinburgh

A stunning 10K run through the heart of Scotland’s beautiful capital city. This is the time to make a positive difference to your life or someone else’s and be part of something special.

• 10 km road running + 100 m ascent

• Sun 21 Sep
• £35-£49

Larking Gowen Ipswich Half Marathon

Starting and finishing at Portman Road Stadium, home to Ipswich Town FC, runners will cross the finish line to a roaring crowd of admirers to receive an exclusive event medal and goody bag!

• 13.1 miles road running + 540 ft ascent

• Sun 21 Sep
• £25.50-£36.50

Women's 10K Edinburgh

A stunning 10K run through the heart of Scotland’s beautiful capital city. This is the time to make a positive difference to your life and/or someone else’s and be part of something special.

• 10 km road running + 115 m ascent

• Fri 26 - Sun 28 Sep
• £65-£210

Altra 13 Valleys

Celebrating the unique valleys of the Lake District which are part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site status, by linking them together with spectacular trail and ultra routes for you to enjoy!

• Trail run
• Ultra run 3

• Sat 27 - Sun 28 Sep
• £35-£295

Hever Castle Triathlon and Multisport Festival

Get active in the award-winning grounds and surrounding Kent countryside in the discipline of your choice! Recruit your friends and celebrate completing your challenge in the festival village.

• Half Ironman
• Olympic triathlon
• Sprint triathlon 2
• Super sprint triathlon
• Novice triathlon
• + 17 more races

• Sat 27 Sep - Fri 24 Oct
• FREE

Swim Marathon

Take on a challenge like no other as you swim a marathon or half marathon distance over 12 weeks and lift your health, wellbeing and fitness to the next level.

• Charity swim 2

• Sat 27 Sep
• £20-£25
• 30% off

Mighty Hikes | South Coast

Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the South Coast Mighty Hike - where you’ll explore the stunning South Downs Way and take in spectacular coastal views to support people living with cancer.

30% off with discount code

• Hike 2

• Sat 27 - Sun 28 Sep
• £73-£98

Craggy Island Triathlon

An award-winning triathlon on the incredible, unspoilt Hebridean Island of Kerrera, off Scotland's stunning west coast with the accessible marina and its facilities as the main hub.

• Sprint triathlon 2

• Sat 27 Sep
• £39-£139

Chiltern 50 Ultra Challenge

A beautiful, end-of-season, looped challenge in some of the Chilterns' finest countryside, with historic trails, rolling hills, nature reserves and fantastic views with routes from 10km up to 50km.

• 50K ultra run
• Trail run
• 10K run

• Sat 27 Sep
• £58-£120

Dorney Triathlon | September

Take on a multi-activity or distance event and take the opportunity to race around this unique and inspiring Olympic venue! Great water quality and flat, scenic grounds.

• Super sprint triathlon
• Sprint triathlon
• Olympic triathlon
• Sprint aquabike
• Standard aquabike

• Sat 27 Sep
• £40

Wolfe Gravel & Grit

Forget the roads, this gravel ride throws you deep into the heart of Kent on a wild ride atop the Greensand Ridge, where the singletrack flows and the adrenaline pumps.

• Gravel events 2

• Sat 27 Sep
• £26-£28

Runaway Challenge

Welcome to a 6-hour timed running event where you can run a 5K all the way up to an ultra marathon on a looped route within the time limit, with fuel stations, medal and goody bag.

• 5K run
• 10K run
• Half marathon
• Marathon
• Ultra run
• + 1 more race

• Sat 27 Sep
• £16-£35

Romp Run

Anyone know what a group of otters is called? A romp! So this is an event inspired by these adorable little creatures and the medal is super cute too!

• Trail run
• 5K run
• 10K run
• Half marathon
• Marathon
• + 3 more races

• Sat 27 Sep
• £49.50-£99
• 50% off

Race the Sun | Jurassic Coast

New for 2025! An incredible dawn-to-dusk triple challenge for teams of 2 or 4 to bike, hike, paddle and experience the beautiful Jurassic Coast in a race against the setting sun.

Exclusive 50% discount applied

• 34 miles road cycling
• 8 miles hiking
• 2 miles kayaking

• Sat 27 Sep
• £75

Fortitude Ultra | Denbies

10Hrs: 10 Laps: You-vs-You. Complete 10 laps of the ~3-mile, 4-mile or 5-mile loops in the given time through the scenic Denbies Wine Estate.

• 10 hrs trail running

• Sat 27 Sep
• £20.50

Town to Tower 10K | Ruthin to Moel Famau Uphill Race

Ruthin has recently been recognised as one of the best places to live in the UK. This is a cracking 10K route which takes you to the top of Moel Famau, the highest point of the Clwydian Hills.

• 10 km fell running + 550 m ascent

• Sun 28 Sep
• £6-£140

Baxters Loch Ness Marathon and Festival of Running

Loch Ness Marathon is a monster race - running alongside the shores of the most famous loch in the world, complete with shorter distances, family and corporate events over the festival weekend.

• Marathon
• 10K run
• 5K run
• Fun run

• Sun 28 Sep
• £5-£24

Chatsworth 10K and Fun Run

An officially chip-timed, challenging, mixed terrain 10K in the stunning grounds of the Chatsworth estate. There is a 3K fun run for children, or adults who wish to take on a shorter distance.

• 10K run
• Fun run

• Sun 28 Sep
• £0.50-£44

Windsor Half Marathon & Sprite Sprint

An inspiring half marathon in Windsor Great Park, starting and finishing on the Long Walk with Windsor Castle as the backdrop - probably the most iconic of all road race finishes in the UK!

• Half marathon
• Fun run

• Sun 28 Sep
• FREE-£37

ATW Welwyn Half Marathon & Fun Run

The popular Welwyn Half Marathon starts and finishes on the impressive 400m athletics track at Gosling Sports Park with an ideal, traffic-free, disused railway line in between.

• Fun run
• Half marathon
• 10K run

• Sun 28 Sep
• FREE-£37

RUN Barnstaple

Go the distance for your local children's hospice with a Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K or Junior Challenge! Take on this flat and fast course and get your PB.

• Marathon
• Half marathon
• 10K run
• Fun run

• Sun 28 Sep
• £4-£26

Folkestone Rotary Half Marathon

This ever popular race promises amazing coastal views and a relatively flat coastal promenade run with real PB potential.

• Fun run
• Half marathon

• Sun 28 Sep
• £25-£38

The Wensum Way Trail

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

• 5K run
• 10K run
• Trail run
• Half marathon 2
• Marathon
• + 1 more race

• Sun 28 Sep
• £65

Salcombe Brewery Co Sprint Triathlon

Taking place from the wonderful North Sands, put your endurance to the test with a sociable and challenging seaside triathlon, to finish with a Salcombe Sprint Triathlon medal!

• 700 m sea swimming
• 19 km road cycling + 400 m ascent
• 3 km trail running + 90 m ascent

• Sun 28 Sep
• £12-£15

The Christie Tower Run

Rise to the challenge for The Christie! Sprint, jog or walk your way up Manchester’s iconic Beetham Tower and help ensure cancer patients receive the best treatment and care at The Christie.

• 1 day road running

• Sun 28 Sep
• £27.50-£41.50

Sheffield Mutual Sheffield 10K

Set right in the heart of South Yorkshire’s famous Steel City with a fantastic atmosphere and enthusiastic locals. It’s guaranteed to be bigger and better this year so come and race for your medal!

• 10 km road running + 117 m ascent

• Tue 30 Sep
• £33.30-£39

Kingfisher Challenge

Mature woodland, waterways and open grassland - it’s simply trail running perfection! Run as many 5K laps as you wish in the time limit, then receive your well-deserved medal, flapjack and beer.

• 6 hrs trail running + 111 ft ascent

• Tue 30 Sep
• £14.40-£18

Petzl Night Trails 10K | Coombe Abbey

Coombe Abbey after work with the light fading - grab your head torch and get involved! You'll receive a fantastic medal and goodies too.

• 10 km trail running + 65 m ascent

• Sun 28 Sep
• £32-£34

The Forest of Dean Autumn Half Marathon

Follow a course on forest trails with no road crossings and some interesting hill challenges, offering runners a chance to experience the forest with its late-summer leaf canopy.

• 13.1 miles multi terrain running