Fun runs in UK
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- Sat 30 May
- £15-£20
Lake District Running Festival | 5km Grasmere Gallop
A challenging 5K ‘fun’ run as part of the Lake District Running Festival an iconic location with a grandstand finish, wooden medal, free event photos and, more importantly, cake...
- 5.7 km trail running + 61 m ascent
- Sat 16 - Sun 17 May
- £39.60-£44
- Teams save 10%
Dorset Mud Run
Muddy good fun! Tackle 15+ award-winning obstacles across 6km of stunning Dorset countryside — then celebrate with friends, a cold drink, and a t-shirt you've truly earned.
- Mud run 2
- Sat 16 May
- £9-£28
Roadford Lake Trail Races
By popular demand, a selection of trail races has been added to the multi-sports weekend at the scenic Roadford Lake, with an inclusive and encouraging atmosphere, and lakeside camping.
- Fun run 2
- 5K run
- CaniCross 2
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Sat 16 May
- £30
Keswick Mountain Festival | adidas TERREX Junior 5K Trail Run
Graded ‘easy’ this scenic 5K trail run is for ages 12-17 and can be fast and furious or run for fun - it’s your enjoyment that counts. Includes Full Weekend Festival Ticket in the price!
- 5 km trail running
- Sun 17 May
- FREE-£15
Smash Sherwood | Junior Race
Taking place at Sherwood Forest, Smash Sherwood Junior Race is set to be a banger! Expect lovely trails as you experience the sights and sounds of the forest. Medal and T-shirt too!
- 1 mile trail running + 14 m ascent
- Thu 21 May
- £16-£18
Dun Holm Challenge | Day 1 | 3K
Whether you are a Durham resident, you just love the area, or you fancy running along the River Wear with views of the Cathedral, then this 3K run is for you! Themed medal too.
- 3 km trail running
- Fri 22 May
- £16-£18
Dun Holm Challenge - Day 2 | 3K
Whether you are a Durham resident, you just love the area, or you fancy running along the River Wear with views of the Cathedral, then this 3K run is for you! Durham-themed medal too.
- 3 km trail running
- Sat 23 - Sun 24 May
- FREE-£176
Edinburgh Marathon Festival
Experience Edinburgh's festival of running on Bank Holiday weekend! With nine distances on offer there's something for everyone - come and smash your PB at the marathon, previously voted UK's fastest!
- Marathon 2
- Half marathon
- 10K run
- 5K run
- Fun run 4
- Sat 23 - Sun 24 May
- £10-£55
Skipton Multisport Festival
Swim, bike and run in the Gateway to the Dales at this family-friendly multisport festival, featuring triathlon, trail running and scenic sportives over May Bank Holiday.
- Fun run 4
- Trail run
- Short sportive
- Long sportive
- Sportive
- + 7 more races
- Sat 23 May
- £16-£18
Dun Holm Challenge | Day 3 | 3K
Whether you are a Durham resident, you just love the area, or you fancy running along the River Wear with views of the Cathedral, then this 3K run is for you! Durham-themed medal too.
- 3 km trail running
- Sat 23 May
- FREE
Cotswolds Lake 62 Spring Events | Fun Run
Enjoy a 1.5km fun run within an exclusive venue at this family-friendly multisport summer event.
- 1.5 km trail running
- Sun 24 May
- £16-£18
Dun Holm Challenge | Day 4 | 3K
Whether you are a Durham resident, you just love the area, or you fancy running along the River Wear with views of the Cathedral, then this 3K run is for you! Durham-themed medal too.
- 3 km trail running
- Mon 25 May
- £16-£18
Dun Holm Challenge | Day 5 | 3K
Whether you are a Durham resident, you just love the area, or you fancy running along the River Wear with views of the Cathedral, then this 3K run is for you! Durham-themed medal too.
- 3 km trail running
- Sat 30 May
- £9-£26
Burrator 10K and Kids Races
A fast, flat 10K route that is almost all on tarmac and is one of the most beautiful 10Ks in the country. The kids races make the event even more exciting, especially as all finishers get a medal!
- 10K run
- Fun run 2
- Sat 30 May
- £22
AJ Bell Junior & Mini Great Manchester Run
Who said grown-ups should have all the fun? Take on the challenge, soak up the atmosphere and discover your superpower! This event is the perfect stage for young runners to shine.
- Fun run 2
- Sat 30 - Sun 31 May
- FREE-£85
Lake District Running Festival
50+ years of Lake District running in one unforgettable weekend! Trail runners, fell runners, orienteers and walkers of all abilities in an iconic location with family-friendly activities and more.
- Ultra run
- 10K run
- 5K run
- Trail run
- Marathon
- + 5 more races
- Sat 30 May
- £12
Abersoch 3K Beach Race
The 3K Beach Race is a fun addition to the Abersoch Triple Crown events, with a memorable atmosphere in a most stunning part of the world, with golden sands, live music and a beach bar too!
- 3 km multi terrain running
- Sat 30 May
- £22
Silly Moo 7 Fun Run
A scenic 7K trail run through rolling countryside and working farmland, with a relaxed, friendly atmosphere and a well-earned post-run drink waiting at the finish. Fancy dress and non-runners welcome!
- 7 km trail running
- Sun 31 May
- £13-£28
Green Park Reading 10K
Thousands of runners of all abilities and ages will be welcomed to Green Park in Reading to run a traffic-free, super-flat route as part of a family-friendly event day.
- Fun run 2
- 10K run
- Fri 5 Jun
- £7
Rye Summer 10K & 5K Series | Race Two | Junior Run
Enjoy every spellbinding step of the Junior Run through the stunning landscape of Rye Harbour Nature Reserve in this exceptional summer series. Enter one or enter more and watch your times improve.
- 1 km road running
- Sun 7 Jun
- £7
Wendover Woods Junior 1K Run
Come and conquer the Wendover Woods this summer and enjoy a scenic forest trail run!
- 1 km trail running
- Sat 13 Jun
- £9-£44
Rame Head Race
Coastal paths with a satisfying mix of hills plus flatter, faster sections on a multi-lap route round the stunning Mount Edgcumbe Peninsula — a spectacular coastal challenge.
- 10K run
- CaniCross
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- Fun run 2
- Sat 13 Jun
- FREE
Run Sandringham Mini Kid's Race
All ages and abilities are welcome to join the Mini Kids Race for free which is exclusively for youngsters and spectators of the main 24-hour event.
- 1 mile multi terrain running
- Sun 14 Jun
- £5-£290
Leeds 10K, Corporate Challenge & Mini/Junior Run
This is where it all began. The Leeds 10K was Jane Tomlinson’s vision. Throughout the route that takes in many of the city’s historic landmarks, crowds come out in force with a fantastic atmosphere!
- 10K run
- Road run
- Fun run 2
- Sun 14 Jun
- £13
ATW St Albans 1.5 Mile Fun Run
A community-focused event, ATW St Albans Fun Run aims to raise money for local charities and organisations as well as put on a great day out for all the family, delivered by runners for runners.
- 1.5 miles road running
- Sun 14 Jun
- FREE-£15
Challenge Chillington | Junior Race
Run for fun in the private estate and beautiful grounds of Chillington Hall with the backdrop of English bluebells and the grand house. Medal and T-shirt too!
- 1 km multi terrain running + 18 m ascent