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Fun runs in August 2026

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The Fun Run takes place before the 5K races and is in an ideal venue to chase a fast time as the 1-mile course is traffic-free, pancake flat and on smooth tarmac.
  • Fri 7 Aug
  • £12-£14
Colchester, Essex, UK

ATW Colchester Friday Night Runs | 1 Mile Road Race/Fun Run

The Fun Run takes place before the 5K races and is in an ideal venue to chase a fast time as the 1-mile course is traffic-free, pancake flat and on smooth tarmac.

  • 1 mile road running + 16 ft ascent
  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Flat
  • PB
  • Traffic free
  • All ages
This popular racing gem returns to sparkle for another year; prepare to be captivated by racing joy! The junior race includes 1-2 laps around the cricket pitch (the runner chooses how many laps).
  • Sun 9 Aug
  • £7
Faversham, Kent, UK

Mount Ephraim Junior Race

This popular racing gem returns to sparkle for another year; prepare to be captivated by racing joy! The junior race includes 1-2 laps around the cricket pitch (the runner chooses how many laps).

  • 1 km road running
  • Enter online
  • All ages
It's the crash of waves and the sea-salt that lingers in the cool coastal air. It's your moment to fly along the promenade in this cracking mile event. It's part of a seaside racing extravaganza!
  • Sun 16 Aug
  • £7
Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, UK

Clacton Fun Run

It's the crash of waves and the sea-salt that lingers in the cool coastal air. It's your moment to fly along the promenade in this cracking mile event. It's part of a seaside racing extravaganza!

  • 600 m road running
  • Enter online
  • All ages
  • Sun 30 Aug
Stevenage, Hertfordshire, UK

Stevenage Menzies 5K and 10K | Children Mini Mile

  • 1 mile road running

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