Follow the Seagulls
Follow the Seagulls is a series of long distance, charity treks to help people beat brain cancer. It’s your chance to do something truly incredible that matches your passion to help the 80,000 people in the UK who are afraid and alone because of their brain tumour diagnosis.

- Sat 25 - Sun 26 Apr 2026
- £20-£30
Follow the Seagulls | Devon
A trekking challenge with lighthouses, tranquil estuaries, rugged cliffs, beaches, coastal views and the South West Coastal Path to support brainstrust, the brain cancer charity.
- Charity walk 2

- Sat 16 - Sun 17 May 2026
- £20-£30
Follow the Seagulls | Isle of Wight
A trekking challenge along the Isle of Wight Coastal Path with sea views, glades, tall ridges and wild walking in support of the brain cancer charity, brainstrust. You are in for a treat!
- Charity walk 2
Brainstrust charity places in events
Secure your place with brainstrust and take on one of these events to help people beat brain cancer.

- Sun 28 Sep
- Entries closed
Robin Hood Half Marathon
One of the longest-established and most popular city centre road events in the UK! A true Nottingham favourite, it’s also the city’s biggest charity fundraising event!
- 13.1 miles road running

- Sun 12 Oct
- £25 + £175 fundraising
Bournemouth Supersonic 10K
The flat and fast Supersonic 10K takes in both Boscombe and Bournemouth Piers! Perfect for seasoned runners and newcomers looking to embrace the vibrant atmosphere and beautiful scenery.
- 10 km road running + 19 m ascent

- Sun 12 Oct
- £35 + £300 fundraising
Bournemouth Half Marathon
Sun... Sea... Running as it should be. Run along both Boscombe and Bournemouth piers on a stunning coastal route as part of the Run Bournemouth weekend running festival.
- 13.1 miles road running + 101 m ascent

- Sat 15 Nov
- £20 + £150 fundraising
Run Alton Towers | 10K
Run a 10K through the grounds of the UK's largest theme park, with free entry to the attractions for all runners after the event.
- 10 km road running + 140 m ascent

- Sun 16 Nov
- £20 + £200 fundraising
Run Alton Towers | Half Marathon
The return of Run Alton Towers at the UK’s largest theme park! Run through the picturesque gardens of the UK's largest theme park with a superb themed medal for all runners.
- 13.1 miles road running + 309 m ascent

- Sun 16 Nov
- £20 + £100 fundraising
Run Alton Towers | 5K
The return of Run Alton Towers at the UK’s largest theme park! Run 5K through the picturesque gardens of the UK's largest theme park with a superb themed medal for all runners.
- 5 km road running + 60 m ascent

- Wed 3 Dec
- £12 + £125 fundraising
Santa in the City | Day 1 Wednesday
10th Anniversary! Santa in the City is the perfect way to get you, your friends, and your family into the festive spirit! Take part in the traditional festive fun run or the new festive fun walk.
- 4.5 km road running

- Thu 4 Dec
- £12 + £125 fundraising
Santa in the City | Day 2 Thursday
10th Anniversary! Santa in the City is the perfect way to get you, your friends, and your family into the festive spirit! Take part in the traditional festive fun run or the new festive fun walk.
- 4.5 km road running

- Sun 15 Feb 2026
- £20 + £250 fundraising
Barcelona Half Marathon by Brooks
Find your own rhythm and beat within the urban symphony of the Mitja Marató Barcelona by Brooks, then live it up at the After Party!
- Half marathon

- Sun 8 Mar 2026
- £35 + £300 fundraising
HOKA Paris Half Marathon
An early-season opener and chance to get back in the swing as spring approaches. Speed, timing, motivation, performance: this race will set the pace for your athletic challenges in the year to come.
- Half marathon

- Sun 8 Mar 2026
- £35 + £300 fundraising
TTP Cambridge Half Marathon
Run 13.1 unforgettable miles through Cambridge’s historic streets and iconic University grounds on a flat, fast-paced course perfect for supporting a charity cause and chasing a personal best.
- Half marathon

- Sun 15 Mar 2026
- £35 + £325 fundraising
Zurich Barcelona Marathon
The most magical road marathon in the world! A fast and monumental marathon with truly unique attractions in the 'world's best city'!
- Marathon

- Sun 12 Apr 2026
- £70 + £725 fundraising
Schneider Electric Paris Marathon
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

- Sun 12 Apr 2026
- £30 + £300 fundraising
Wizz Air Milan Marathon
Italy’s fastest marathon is preparing to welcome more than 35,000 participants, including marathon runners, relay runners and family runners, for an increasingly modern and engaging event.
- 42.2 km road running

- Sun 12 Apr 2026
- £50 + £325 fundraising
London Landmarks Half Marathon
A spirited Central London run with live music, upbeat DJs, street-dancers and inspiring themes on a landmark-packed route with closed roads.
- Half marathon

- Sun 19 Apr 2026
- £55 + £600 fundraising
adidas Manchester Marathon
Experience the UK’s friendliest and flattest major marathon with huge crowd support on a route with PB potential plus chunky medals and relay options.
- Marathon

- Sun 17 May 2026
- £40 + £315 fundraising
Hackney Half
Dash through 13.1 miles of East London, with vibrant street art, live music, and unbeatable crowd support cheering you on every step of the way. Think handmade banners, high fives, and fun!
- 13.1 miles road running

- Sun 17 May 2026
- £15 + £125 fundraising
Essar Chester Half Marathon
One of the UK’s longest established and most highly regarded half marathons, starting and finishing in this historic Roman/Medieval city. Come and celebrate over 40 years of running in Chester!
- 13.1 miles road running + 355 ft ascent

- Sat 23 May 2026
- £20 + £150 fundraising
Edinburgh 10K
This event kicks off the Edinburgh Marathon Festival weekend in style, in the stunning surroundings of Holyrood Park on a route with striking panoramic views of the city and Edinburgh Castle.
- 10 km road running + 155 m ascent

- Sat 23 May 2026
- £15 + £125 fundraising
Edinburgh 5K
The 5K is one of the first events of the exciting running festival weekend and offers a picturesque route around Holyrood Park with stunning panoramic views of the city and Edinburgh Castle.
- 5 km road running + 116 m ascent

- Sun 24 May 2026
- £40 + £325 fundraising
Edinburgh Half Marathon
Just before the Marathon, the Half follows the same fast and flat route from the iconic castle and city sights to the coast for an explosive finish and offers genuine PB potential.
- 13.1 miles road running + 76 m ascent

- Sun 24 May 2026
- £65 + £600 fundraising
Edinburgh Marathon
Fast, flat and beautifully scenic with Edinburgh Castle as the backdrop, this marathon route takes you along the coastline and sells out every year so go for it and enter!
- 26.2 miles road running + 165 m ascent
Team Brainstrust
People fundraising for Brainstrust.