Marathons in UK
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- Mon 4 May
- £50-£60
MK Marathon
A multi award-winning marathon consistently ranked in the top 10 UK marathons with a stadium finish to give you goosebumps! AIMS-certified and BARR Gold accreditation for outstanding race management.
- 26.2 miles road running + 938 ft ascent
- Sat 26 Sep
- £40-£42
Guardians of the CODRC | Full Marathon
Come and run a marathon to celebrate everything that is The Guardians! Run scenic routes crossing the Ironbridge, and enjoy a social, supportive atmosphere.
- 26.2 miles road running
- Sun 27 Sep
- £37.50-£39.50
SoBo Series | Volume 4 | Stop me (if you think you've heard this one before)
Set along the beachfront promenade at Southbourne (SoBo), choose your own distance from 5K to ultra, along this flat, tarmacked, lapped route suitable for all abilities.
- 7 hrs road running
- Sun 27 Sep
- £42
Race on the Chase | Marathon
8th Anniversary! The Race on the Chase Marathon has already gained a strong reputation with runners for its great trails, views and friendly atmosphere. It's trail running heaven.
- 26.2 miles trail running + 1929 ft ascent
- Sun 27 Sep
- £35-£37
RUN Barnstaple | Marathon
Flat, fast and an ideal setting for those aiming to achieve a personal best and is a great choice when looking for a marathon that is eligible for good for age for the London Marathon.
- 26.2 miles road running
- Sun 27 Sep
- £31-£38
The Wensum Way Trail | Full Marathon
Enjoy the stunning route, push your limits, and, of course, earn your race bling over marathon distance. Runners will love the fuel and encouragement with every lap!
- 26.2 miles trail running + 496 ft ascent
- Sun 27 Sep
- £80
Loch Ness Marathon
Loch Ness Marathon is a monster race - running point-to-point alongside the shores of the most famous loch in the world!
- 26.2 miles road running + 350 m ascent
- Sun 4 Oct
- £53-£55
Thames Meander Autumn | Marathon
Previously rated one of the top 10 UK marathons by Runners World! Stunningly scenic riverside routes along the Thames towpath. Flat, fast and very runnable with great runner support.
- 26.2 miles trail running + 600 ft ascent
- Sun 4 Oct
- £40-£42
The East Coast Chuffer | Marathon
All aboard for The East Coast Chuffer Marathon – a scenic running adventure setting off from Peasholme Park, Scarborough, and steaming along the historic Cinder Track!
- 26.2 miles trail running + 1552 ft ascent
- Sun 4 Oct
- £25-£30
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
- Sun 11 Oct
- £51-£69
Chelmsford Marathon
Don't miss out on one of the biggest marathons in Essex; it's something special! Join runners as they go race, run, jog, and walk through Central Park and into the Essex countryside.
- 26.2 miles road running + 817 ft ascent
- Sun 11 Oct
- £17-£29
Scare Bear Run | North | Marathon
Get involved in this spooky marathon! The Care Bears were a staple of anyone who grew up in the 80s and even if you didn't like them, they make a super cute (slightly scary) medal to earn.
- 26.2 miles trail running
- Sun 11 Oct
- £45
The South Hams Ultra | Marathon
Conquer 26 scenic miles from South Brent to Mothecombe, combining moorland trails, river valleys and coastal paths for a trail marathon that captures the spirit of the new South Hams Way.
- 26.2 miles trail running + 1183 m ascent
- Sun 18 Oct
- £39-£41
Old Mother Shipton's Soft Shoe Shuffle | Marathon
A trail running extravaganza over a beautiful 6.5-mile route from Knaresborough centre through parkland then into beautiful countryside with an awesome medal at the finish line.
- 26.2 miles trail running + 1416 ft ascent
- Sun 25 Oct
- £33-£38
Pumpkin Plod
This Halloween, run as far as you can during the 4 or 6-hour event through Ferry Meadows, one of the largest country parks in the region, on a multi-terrain loop. Run, rest, then head out for more.
- Multi-terrain run 2
- Sun 25 Oct
- £37.50-£39.50
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
- Sun 25 Oct
- £37-£39
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
- Sun 25 Oct
- £26-£37
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.
- 1 day multi terrain running
- Sat 31 Oct
- £26-£42
The Pumpkin Marathon & Spooky Halloween Challenge
Embrace the Halloween spirit with a fun, multi-lap trail challenge! Costumes, day-or-night running, and constant support combine for a thrilling, treat-filled test of endurance.
- 10K run 2
- Half marathon 2
- Marathon 2
- 5K run 2
- Sat 31 Oct
- £39-£41
Hubble Bubble & Ghostly 1 Mile | Marathon
A Halloween-themed marathon you won't want to miss, bringing together runners of all abilities to share memories in what they love to do. Reach the finish to enjoy tasty Halloween treats.
- 26.2 miles trail running + 288 ft ascent
- Sat 31 Oct
- £36-£38
Halloween Hobble | Full Marathon
Come join a Halloween Party of a different kind
- 26.2 miles track and field
- Sun 1 Nov
- £30-£40
The November Nightmare
Can you handle the nightmare? Choose your distance and earn an awesome medal as part of the weekend of spooky-themed events.
- Road run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- Sun 1 Nov
- £47
Wendover Woods Marathon
An autumnal trail treat to delight the senses and lift your spirit as you clock the miles and enjoy the majestic beauty of Wendover Forest. See you there!
- 26.2 miles trail running + 2966 ft ascent
- Sat 7 Nov
- £39-£41
Swinsty & Fewston Lakeside Dash | Marathon
Multiple circular loops around Swinsty and Fewston Reservoirs within the Yorkshire Dales followed by a bespoke medal and grim treats at the finish line.
- 26.2 miles multi terrain running + 984 ft ascent
- Sun 8 Nov
- £33-£38
Remembrance Run
Back to Ferry Meadows Country Park for a 4 or 6-hour remembrance running challenge! Run as much as you want through the forest on a multi-terrain loop. Run, rest, then head out for some more.
- Multi-terrain run 2
- Sun 8 Nov
- £25-£37
Remembrance Run | South | Marathon
Your chance to remember those who have given the ultimate sacrifice during conflicts around the world, with a two-minute silence, a marathon, then a Remembrance medal, a goody bag and a special pin.
- 26.2 miles trail running