403

Fun runs in UK

Find fun runs in UK in 2026/2027 - filter by date, location or category, display on a map or use the advanced search to find your perfect race.

Filter by place

Filter by date

Filter by category

Map

Event listings

Select an event for photos, video, route, location, reviews, entry fees and how to enter.

Boosted
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...
  • Sat 30 May
  • £15-£20
Ambleside, Cumbria

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
  • Enter online
  • Undulating
  • Age 6 & over
This flat, fast, traffic-free and chip timed event is a sure-fire guaranteed way to give you the best chance of a PB over the 5 mile distance.
  • Sun 24 Jan 2027
  • £28-£30
Bedford, Bedfordshire

ATW Bedford 5

This flat, fast, traffic-free and chip timed event is a sure-fire guaranteed way to give you the best chance of a PB over the 5 mile distance.

  • 5 miles road running
  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Flat
  • PB
  • Traffic free
  • Age 15 & over
This popular event has a strong history within the running community and has been taking place for over 40 years! Join a day of running, community spirit and exciting experiences. Spot £2000 prize!
  • Sun 7 Feb 2027
  • £14
Watford, Hertfordshire

ATW Watford Family Fun Run

This popular event has a strong history within the running community and has been taking place for over 40 years! Join a day of running, community spirit and exciting experiences. Spot £2000 prize!

  • 1.8 km road running
  • Enter online
  • Undulating
  • All ages
Flat, traffic-free and full of energy, this inclusive 3K loops scenic estate grounds, giving runners of all ages and abilities a fun, professional race-day experience.
  • Sun 14 Feb 2027
  • £12
Altrincham, Cheshire

Ashley Hall 3K

Flat, traffic-free and full of energy, this inclusive 3K loops scenic estate grounds, giving runners of all ages and abilities a fun, professional race-day experience.

  • 3 km trail running + 47 m ascent
  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Flat
  • Traffic free
  • Age 5 & over
The event gives youngsters of all abilities a unique opportunity to experience the buzz of a big race day with a 1-mile run along Hove Promenade, as part of the Brighton Half Marathon.
  • Sat 27 Feb 2027
  • £14
Hove, East Sussex

ALTRA Brighton Half Marathon | Youth Races

The event gives youngsters of all abilities a unique opportunity to experience the buzz of a big race day with a 1-mile run along Hove Promenade, as part of the Brighton Half Marathon.

  • 1 mile road running
  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Age 7-17
A brand new fun run part of the highly anticipated Taunton Half Marathon for the running community with the theatre of a traffic-free, town centre start and finish for that great race-day buzz!
  • Sun 28 Feb 2027
  • £9.50
Taunton, Somerset

Taunton Half Marathon | Kids Kilometre Fun Run

A brand new fun run part of the highly anticipated Taunton Half Marathon for the running community with the theatre of a traffic-free, town centre start and finish for that great race-day buzz!

  • 1 km road running
  • Enter online
  • Flat
  • Traffic free
  • Age 5-17
Ready... Steady... GLOW! Expect to be swept away on a distinctly magical 5K experience as dusk falls on the home of two 30-metre high horses.
  • Fri 12 - Sat 13 Mar 2027
  • £24.25-£35.25
Grangemouth, Falkirk

Supernova Run Kelpies 5K

Ready... Steady... GLOW! Expect to be swept away on a distinctly magical 5K experience as dusk falls on the home of two 30-metre high horses.

  • 5K run 2
  • Families
  • Venue accessible
  • Recycling
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Fancy dress
  • Urban
  • Free venue entry
  • Sustainability policy
  • Public transport links
  • All ages
The 2.62K Mini Kilomathon is a fun race and a fantastic opportunity for young runners to step out on their own, and be part of an exciting race experience, with the added bonus of a grandstand finish!
  • Sun 4 Apr 2027
  • £12-£15.50
Edinburgh

Mini Kilomathon Scotland

The 2.62K Mini Kilomathon is a fun race and a fantastic opportunity for young runners to step out on their own, and be part of an exciting race experience, with the added bonus of a grandstand finish!

  • 2.62 km road running
  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Age 6-14
Who said grown-ups should have all the fun? These events see the younger Brummie runners tackle a supercharged run in the city centre with a carnival atmosphere to get athletes off to a flying start.
  • Sat 1 May 2027
  • £15-£19
Birmingham, West Midlands

AJ Bell Junior & Mini Great Birmingham Run

Who said grown-ups should have all the fun? These events see the younger Brummie runners tackle a supercharged run in the city centre with a carnival atmosphere to get athletes off to a flying start.

  • Fun run 2
  • Families
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Entertainment
  • Music
  • Fancy dress
  • Event village
  • Urban
  • Public transport links
  • Age 3-15
Norfolk's most sought-after spring run; a flat, scenic course through historic King's Lynn, with individual, team and family options for every kind of runner.
  • Sun 2 May 2027
  • £5-£10
King's Lynn, Norfolk

Bespak GEAR 10K, Corporate Challenge/Mini GEAR | Mini GEAR

Norfolk's most sought-after spring run; a flat, scenic course through historic King's Lynn, with individual, team and family options for every kind of runner.

  • 1.9 km road running
  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Flat
  • Traffic free
  • Age 6 & over
Who said grown-ups should have all the fun? These events see younger Bristol runners tackle a supercharged sprint with a carnival atmosphere to get athletes off to a flying start.
  • Sat 8 May 2027
  • £16-£20
Bristol, Somerset

AJ Bell Junior & Mini Great Bristol Run

Who said grown-ups should have all the fun? These events see younger Bristol runners tackle a supercharged sprint with a carnival atmosphere to get athletes off to a flying start.

  • Fun run 2
  • Families
  • Fancy dress
  • Urban
  • Park
  • Sustainability policy
  • Age 3-15
Returning for 2026, the hugely popular Dragon’s Dash/Ras y Ddraig junior race welcomes over 200 young runners, The event now takes place at the Anglesey Showground, right in the heart of Anglesey.
  • Sun 23 May 2027
  • £10.49-£10.99
Holyhead, Isle of Anglesey

Jones o Gymru Anglesey Dragons Dash

Returning for 2026, the hugely popular Dragon’s Dash/Ras y Ddraig junior race welcomes over 200 young runners, The event now takes place at the Anglesey Showground, right in the heart of Anglesey.

  • 1.3 miles road running
  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Flat
  • PB
  • Age 5-14
  • Thu 14 May
  • £8
Wokingham, Berkshire

Dinton 5K & 10K Summer Series - Race 1 | Kids 2K

  • 2 km trail running + 8 ft ascent
  • Sat 16 - Sun 17 May
  • £20-£129.99
Henley-on-Thames, Buckinghamshire

London West Spartan Trifecta Weekend

  • Fun run 9
  • Half marathon 2
  • 5K run 2
  • 10K run 2
  • Sat 16 May
  • £10-£27
Basildon, Essex

Test Track Ten Races

  • 10 miler
  • 10K run
  • Fun run
  • Sat 16 May
  • £70
Buxton, Staffordshire

Bog Commander | The Peak District Mud Run

  • 6 km multi terrain running
  • Sun 17 May
  • £2-£34
Barry, South Glamorgan

Barry Island 10K and Junior Races

  • Fun run 3
  • 10K run
  • Sun 17 May
  • £18-£120
East Grinstead, West Sussex

Mud Monsters Run

  • Fun run
  • Mud run 3
  • Sun 17 May
  • £5-£27
Chesterfield, Derbyshire

Redbrik Foundation Chesterfield 10K

  • 5K run 2
  • Fun run 2
  • 10K run
  • Sun 17 May
  • £3
Derby, Derbyshire

Sinfin 5 | Fun Run 1 Mile

  • 1 mile multi terrain running
  • Sun 17 May
  • £7
Bognor Regis, West Sussex

Bognor Prom 10K | Junior Fun Run

  • 1.5 km road running
  • Sun 17 May
  • £13-£16
Newton Abbot, Devon

The Lemon Run 5K & 10K | 5K

  • 5 km multi terrain running
  • Sun 17 May
  • £7
Leeds, West Yorkshire

Cookridge Community Fun Run

  • 1 mile trail running
  • Sun 17 May
  • £7.50
Sunderland, Tyne and Wear

SG Petch Sunderland City Runs | Big 3K

  • 3 km road running
  • Sun 17 May
  • £10
Chester, Cheshire

Essar Chester Fun Run

  • 1 mile road running
  • Sun 17 May
  • £5
Peterborough, Lincolnshire

Deepings 10K & Fun Run | Fun Run

  • 3 km road running

Search options

Back to search options
4 steps to wellbeing
Sleep well

A good night's sleep is an essential foundation for a healthy lifestyle, effective training and weight control.

Train slow

Low-intensity training is easier for you, reduces the risk of injury and helps builds an efficient aerobic system.

Eat natural

Cut out sugar & junk food, reduce carbs, eat natural foods and train your body to burn fat for fuel.

Get outdoors

Fresh air, natural light and reconnecting with nature all help to improve mental and physical wellbeing.