Beginner-friendly Marathons in October 2026

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The Isle of Wight Marathon celebrates its 70th Anniversary in 2026! It has been run continuously since 1957, making it the longest-running (and one of the first to be held) in the UK.

Sun 4 Oct
£25-£30

Cowes, Isle of Wight

The Isle of Wight Marathon

The Isle of Wight Marathon celebrates its 70th Anniversary in 2026! It has been run continuously since 1957, making it the longest-running (and one of the first to be held) in the UK.

26.2 miles road running + 350 m ascent

Beginner-friendly
Chip timing
Enter online
Undulating
Event village
Rural
Age 18 & over

Enjoy stunning coastal views on this flexible-distance run at Milford on Sea, following an out-and-back route beside Sturt Pond and the Isle of Wight — perfect for all abilities.

Sun 25 Oct
£37.50-£39.50

Lymington, Hampshire

Wight Lines

Enjoy stunning coastal views on this flexible-distance run at Milford on Sea, following an out-and-back route beside Sturt Pond and the Isle of Wight — perfect for all abilities.

7 hrs trail running + 47 ft ascent

Beginner-friendly
Enter online
Flat
Event village
Coast
Public transport links
Age 18 & over

Race a fast, flat and traffic-free marathon at Dorney Lake, the London 2012 Olympic rowing venue, with lakeside scenery, great atmosphere and excellent runner support throughout.

Sun 25 Oct
£37-£39

Windsor, Buckinghamshire

Windsor Dorney Lakeside Marathon

Race a fast, flat and traffic-free marathon at Dorney Lake, the London 2012 Olympic rowing venue, with lakeside scenery, great atmosphere and excellent runner support throughout.

26.2 miles road running

Venue accessible
Beginner-friendly
Chip timing
Enter online
Flat
Traffic free
Event village
Age 18 & over

A new and unique concept where you decide how many loops you feel capable of on the day from 10km up to an ultra marathon! Push yourself further or go easy.

Sun 25 Oct
£26-£37

Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire

Running Tribe Races | Oct

A new and unique concept where you decide how many loops you feel capable of on the day from 10km up to an ultra marathon! Push yourself further or go easy.