Events calendar 2025 - 2026

• Sun 13 Sep 2026
• £68

Great North Run

Join 60,000 runners at the world’s biggest and best half marathon with a ballot entry. Get the low-down on key dates, the route and race-day logistics, then secure your place on the iconic start line.

• 13.1 miles road running + 404 ft ascent

• Sat 11 - Sun 12 Oct
• £40-£210

Hever Castle Commando Obstacle Festival

The Hever Castle Commando obstacle race is the only event that can recreate the mud, sweat and pain of modern day Royal Marines Commando training. Have you got what it takes?

• Obstacle race 6

• Sat 4 Apr 2026
• £20-£38

Samaritans Way Trail Run & Walk

The Samaritans Way Trail Run is a celebration of the life-changing work of the Teesside Samaritans, so come and take on the trails and get your shoes muddy in solidarity for this great cause.

• 10K run
• Trail run
• Short walk 2

• Fri 3 Oct
• £16-£27

Midweek Chasing Numbers Oct

The aim of the midweek runs is to hold events as cheaply as possible in order for people to be able to build their numbers or simply to help people achieve their own goals at an affordable price.

• Trail run
• 5K run
• 10K run
• Half marathon
• Marathon
• + 3 more races

• Sat 4 Oct
• £18-£48

DSFRS Multisport Championships

The Torbay Triathlon Weekend is delighted to host the Devon and Somerset Fire Service Multisport Championships! Start with a 5K, followed by a team relay. One swims, one cycles, one runs.

• 5K run
• Sprint triathlon
• Relay triathlon

• Sat 4 Oct
• £47-£88

Dorney Duathlon | October

Take on a Super Sprint, Sprint or Standard distance and take the opportunity to race around this unique and inspiring Olympic venue!! This event is draft-illegal.

• Super sprint duathlon
• Sprint duathlon
• Standard duathlon

• Sat 4 Oct
• £240-£260

THE ROC SCOTLAND

THE ROC takes in the Highlands. Kinlochleven to the summit of Ben Nevis and back, including a Loch swim, stunning mountain/gravel bike sections and the UK's highest mountain!

• 1.5 km lake swimming
• 53 km mountain biking
• 18.5 km multi terrain running

• Sat 4 Oct
• £20

Calverley Chaos

Chaos on the Calverley Millennium Way. A 12km/7.5 mile trail race taking place on the fully marked Calverley Millennium Way footpath. Find out why it's Chaos...

• 12 km trail running + 600 ft ascent

• Sun 5 Oct

Great Scottish Run charity places

Secure your charity place in this celebration of everything that is great about Glasgow while supporting top UK charities. Choose your distance, find a cause and join their team today!

• Half marathon
• 10K run

• Sun 5 Oct
• £22-£51

Torbay Triathlon Autumn

A totally traffic free festival of triathlon offering both junior and senior distance options on the English Riviera. Pool swimming along with tarmac cycling and a parkland run, with a great medal.

• Sprint triathlon
• Super sprint triathlon
• Kids triathlon 7
• Novice triathlon

• Sun 5 Oct
• £33-£55

Thames Meander Autumn

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 support, medal and photo.

• 10K run
• Half marathon
• Marathon

• Sun 5 Oct
• £55-£65

Lee Valley Half Century

An unforgettable cycle challenge for all abilities! Ride through the stunning landscapes of Epping Forest and the Lee Valley while supporting Haven House Children’s Hospice.

• Charity bike ride 2

• Sun 5 Oct
• £7-£39

Hastings Half Marathon

This is the race you'll want to keep racing, year after year. Explore the delights of the Hastings Half Marathon as it twists and turns through the historic town of Hastings and beyond.

• Fun run
• Half marathon

• Sun 5 Oct
• £14-£56

Oktoberfest

Get your Oompah vibe on and enjoy a trip up the Leeds and Liverpool Canal. With distances ranging from 5K to ultra marathon along the flat, even towpath - this event is perfect for all abilities.

• 5K run
• 10K run
• 10 miler
• Half marathon
• Trail run
• + 2 more races

• Sun 5 Oct
• £16-£35

The Autumn Lucky Dip Run

Welcome to a 7-hour running event where you can run your choice of distance up to 7 hours at your own pace on a scenic route, with fuel stations each lap, and a lucky dip medal and goody bag!

• Trail run
• 5K run
• 10K run
• Half marathon
• Marathon
• + 3 more races

• Sun 5 Oct
• £38-£40

Autumn Grange Sportive

Introducing the Autumn Grange Sportive which takes you on a stunning 52-mile ride through the rolling hills of Rutland, with the route skirting the picturesque Rutland Water.

• 52 miles road cycling + 819 m ascent

• Sun 5 Oct
• £39-£53

Lincoln Half Marathon

From the Lincolnshire Showground into the heart of the city, past the historic castle and cathedral, to cross the finish line to a roaring crowd, exclusive medal and finisher's goody bag!

• 13.1 miles road running + 437 ft ascent

• Sun 5 Oct
• £21-£25

Barry Buddon FAST 10s

Super flat, super fast, traffic-free roads. Time to update your PB? Runners can focus on their running as well as enjoy some of the stunning coastal scenery.

• 10K run
• 10 miler

• Fri 3 Oct
• £16-£27

Midweek Chasing Numbers Oct

The aim of the midweek runs is to hold events as cheaply as possible in order for people to be able to build their numbers or simply to help people achieve their own goals at an affordable price.

• Trail run
• 5K run
• 10K run
• Half marathon
• Marathon
• + 3 more races

• Sat 4 Oct
• £18-£48

DSFRS Multisport Championships

The Torbay Triathlon Weekend is delighted to host the Devon and Somerset Fire Service Multisport Championships! Start with a 5K, followed by a team relay. One swims, one cycles, one runs.

• 5K run
• Sprint triathlon
• Relay triathlon

• Sat 4 Oct
• £47-£88

Dorney Duathlon | October

Take on a Super Sprint, Sprint or Standard distance and take the opportunity to race around this unique and inspiring Olympic venue!! This event is draft-illegal.

• Super sprint duathlon
• Sprint duathlon
• Standard duathlon

• Sat 4 Oct
• £240-£260

THE ROC SCOTLAND

THE ROC takes in the Highlands. Kinlochleven to the summit of Ben Nevis and back, including a Loch swim, stunning mountain/gravel bike sections and the UK's highest mountain!

• 1.5 km lake swimming
• 53 km mountain biking
• 18.5 km multi terrain running

• Sat 4 Oct
• £20

Calverley Chaos

Chaos on the Calverley Millennium Way. A 12km/7.5 mile trail race taking place on the fully marked Calverley Millennium Way footpath. Find out why it's Chaos...

• 12 km trail running + 600 ft ascent

• Sun 5 Oct
• £35-£44

Great Scottish Run

With a city centre start and finish, this is a celebration of everything that is great about Glasgow: inspiring urban architecture, green spaces, history, music, strength, spirit and great people.

• Half marathon
• 10K run

• Sun 5 Oct
• £22-£51

Torbay Triathlon Autumn

A totally traffic free festival of triathlon offering both junior and senior distance options on the English Riviera. Pool swimming along with tarmac cycling and a parkland run, with a great medal.

• Sprint triathlon
• Super sprint triathlon
• Kids triathlon 7
• Novice triathlon

• Sun 5 Oct
• £33-£55

Thames Meander Autumn

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 support, medal and photo.

• 10K run
• Half marathon
• Marathon

• Sun 5 Oct
• £55-£65

Lee Valley Half Century

An unforgettable cycle challenge for all abilities! Ride through the stunning landscapes of Epping Forest and the Lee Valley while supporting Haven House Children’s Hospice.

• Charity bike ride 2

• Sun 5 Oct
• £7-£39

Hastings Half Marathon

This is the race you'll want to keep racing, year after year. Explore the delights of the Hastings Half Marathon as it twists and turns through the historic town of Hastings and beyond.

• Fun run
• Half marathon

• Sun 5 Oct
• £14-£56

Oktoberfest

Get your Oompah vibe on and enjoy a trip up the Leeds and Liverpool Canal. With distances ranging from 5K to ultra marathon along the flat, even towpath - this event is perfect for all abilities.

• 5K run
• 10K run
• 10 miler
• Half marathon
• Trail run
• + 2 more races

• Sun 5 Oct
• £16-£35

The Autumn Lucky Dip Run

Welcome to a 7-hour running event where you can run your choice of distance up to 7 hours at your own pace on a scenic route, with fuel stations each lap, and a lucky dip medal and goody bag!

• Trail run
• 5K run
• 10K run
• Half marathon
• Marathon
• + 3 more races

• Sun 5 Oct
• £38-£40

Autumn Grange Sportive

Introducing the Autumn Grange Sportive which takes you on a stunning 52-mile ride through the rolling hills of Rutland, with the route skirting the picturesque Rutland Water.

• 52 miles road cycling + 819 m ascent

• Sun 5 Oct
• £39-£53

Lincoln Half Marathon

From the Lincolnshire Showground into the heart of the city, past the historic castle and cathedral, to cross the finish line to a roaring crowd, exclusive medal and finisher's goody bag!

• 13.1 miles road running + 437 ft ascent

• Sat 11 - Sun 12 Oct
• £15-£50

Run Bournemouth

Sun, sea and running as it should be! The perfect opportunity to escape from it all and run along the beautiful and scenic South Coast during a weekend festival of running for all the family.

• Half marathon
• 10K run
• 5K run
• Fun run 3

• Sat 11 - Fri 24 Oct
• FREE

Swim Marathon

Take on a challenge like no other as you swim a marathon or half marathon distance in October and lift your health, wellbeing and fitness to the next level.

• Charity swim 2

• Sat 11 - Sun 12 Oct
• £40-£210

Hever Castle Commando Obstacle Festival

The Hever Castle Commando obstacle race is the only event that can recreate the mud, sweat and pain of modern day Royal Marines Commando training. Have you got what it takes?

• Obstacle race 6

• Sat 11 Oct
• £38-£68

Aberfoyle Festival of Trail Running

Experience the wild side of Scotland with an epic trail race in the heart of the stunning Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park on a waymarked route with finisher's medal.

• Half marathon
• Ultra run 2

• Sat 11 Oct
• £39-£139

Kent Downs 50 Ultra Challenge

An end-of-season ultra challenge in the Garden of England with a looped route around the Kent Downs starting on the North Downs Way with picturesque scenery and full support all the way.

• 50K ultra run
• Trail run
• 10K run

• Sat 11 Oct
• £8.50-£216

William Wallace Running Festival

"Follow in the Footsteps of Legends". Step onto Scotland’s most storied battlefields, where warriors once fought for freedom, and take on your own epic challenge. Are you ready to take the field?

• Ultra run
• 50K ultra run
• 10K run
• Fun run

• Sat 11 Oct
• £60-£95

The South Hams Ultra

The South Hams Ultra is a very scenic 105-mile and 56-mile circumnavigation of South Hams in Devon, which follows the spanking new South Hams Way in South Devon.

• Ultra run 2

• Sat 11 Oct
• £31-£35

The Hurt

The toughest trail run in the South East is back by popular demand. Likened to fell running, the route includes steep, rocky ascent on lesser-known trails through the luscious Hurtwood Forest.

• Trail run
• Half marathon

• Sat 11 Oct
• £20-£22

Rumble In The Jumble I

Welcome to a 6-hour timed running event where you can run a 5K all the way up to an ultra marathon on an out-and-back route within the time limit, with fuel stations, pick-and-mix medal and goody bag.

• 5K run
• 10K run
• Half marathon
• Marathon
• Ultra run
• + 1 more race

• Sat 11 Oct
• £75-£160

Lakes in a Day

On foot from the top of the Lake District to the bottom via the stunning Helvellyn Ridge and the western shoreline of Lake Windermere. Not easy but certainly spectacular, plus a new shorter option.

• Mountain marathon
• Trail run

• Sun 12 Oct
• £18.90-£39

AEPG Great Eastern Run

Thousands of runners of all abilities and ages will be welcomed back to the streets of Peterborough City Centre, for the return of the Great Eastern Run!

• 5K run
• Half marathon

• Sun 12 Oct
• £30-£58.50

Chelmsford Marathon & Half Marathon

Don't miss out on one of the biggest running events in Essex; it's something special! Join runners as they go race, run, jog, and walk through Central Park and into the Essex countryside.

• Half marathon
• Marathon

• Sun 12 Oct
• £58-£83

ATW Holdenby House Duathlon

Based in the grounds of the 2,000 acre Holdenby Estate, the traffic-free run lap follows a scenic trail and the rolling bike course enjoys fast-riding country roads.

• Sprint duathlon
• Standard duathlon

• Sun 12 Oct
• £19-£35

ATW Holdenby House | Trail & Canicross

The trail goes through the grounds of the 2,000 acre Holdenby Estate and on surrounding farmland with fantastic views of the country house, finishing through the iconic arches that adorn the grounds.

• CaniCross
• 5K run
• 10K run
• Half marathon

• Sun 12 Oct
• £17-£24

Love Luton RunFest

Love Luton is delighted to host the 12th running event for the town. The races will start and finish in Luton town centre and head through award-winning parks on traffic-free, closed roads.

• 5K run
• 10K run

• Sun 12 Oct
• £16-£29

Scare Bear Run | North

Get involved in the spooky Scare Bear Run North! The Care Bears were a staple of anyone who grew up in the 80s and even if you never liked them, they make a super cute (slightly scary) medal to earn.

• Trail run
• 5K run
• 10K run
• Half marathon
• Marathon
• + 3 more races

• Sun 12 Oct
• £30-£32

Settle Half Marathon | Road Race

Running out from the beautiful Dales town of Settle this road race offers glorious North Yorkshire views out over Pen-Y-Gent and Ingleborough as you wind your way through farms and hamlets.

• 13.1 miles road running + 1010 ft ascent

• Sun 12 Oct
• £55

Minehead Triathlon

An award-winning coastal triathlon set among the safety of the sandy bay, featuring a fast bike route with Exmoor as the backdrop and a promenade run with beach finale!

• 750 m sea swimming
• 20 km road cycling
• 5 km multi terrain running

• Sat 18 Oct
• £19-£23

Loggerheads Autumn Trails

The longer version of the popular 5K and 10K races, the routes take in even more of this wonderful area, and are varied in terms of terrain and challenging as a result.

• Trail run 2
• CaniCross

• Sat 18 Oct
• £16-£35

Scare Bear Run | Wales

Get involved in this spooky Scare Bear Run! The Care Bears were a staple of anyone who grew up in the 80s and even if you never liked them, they make a super cute (slightly scary) medal to earn.

• Road run
• 5K run
• 10K run
• Half marathon
• Marathon
• + 3 more races

• Sun 19 Oct
• £7-£31

Bedgebury Forest Half Marathon & 10K

An unforgettable race between the pines and beneath the majestic canopy of Bedgebury Forest - a trail race that will ignite your racer's heart.

• Fun run
• 10K run
• Half marathon

• Sun 19 Oct
• FREE-£7.50
• 50% off ends 5 Oct

Ovar-Dressed London

Silly outfits, serious impact. Ovar-Dressed London is back, with a twist!

50% discount already applied

• Charity walk 2

• Sun 19 Oct
• £13-£20

Run 10 in the Fen

The beast roars back! In celebration of 25 years, an iconic running event returns. An out-and-back 5K or 10K across the beautiful, but sometimes brutal and bleak, Cambridgeshire Fens.

• 5K run
• 10K run

• Sun 19 Oct
• £20-£30

Shrewsbury Junior And Super Sprint Duathlon | October

Do you have what it takes to take on the Shrewsbury run-bike-run duathlon? This event is perfect for all abilities so you can race in a friendly atmosphere!

• Kids duathlon 4
• Super sprint duathlon

• Sun 19 Oct
• £49.50

Brenig Way 50K Trail

This regional marked footpath of 32 miles winds it's way through some beautifully remote upland scenery. Start at the town of Corwen in the Dee Valley, and follow the signage up the Dee Valley.

• 50 km trail running + 1450 m ascent

• Sun 19 Oct
• £17-£19

Hove Prom 10K

Join Arena 80 for this fast and flat 10K along the scenic promenade and with the right conditions, PBs are very likely.

• 10 km road running + 82 ft ascent

• Sun 19 Oct
• £15-£35

Great South Run

Probably the world’s favourite 10 mile running event with inspiring history, salty air and glorious sea views guaranteed! Local supporters will keep your spirits and motivation up the whole way.

• 10 miles road running

• Sat 25 Oct
• £26-£31

Monsal Trail October Half Marathon & 10K | Saturday

Take to one of the most iconic trails in the Peak District for stunning and traffic-free racing joy on a former Midland railway line taking you through four tunnels and across the spectacular viaduct!

• 10K run
• Half marathon

• Sat 25 Oct
• £16-£35

Scare Bear Run

Get involved in this spooky Scare Bear Run! The Care Bears were a staple of anyone who grew up in the 80s and even if you never liked them, they make a super cute (slightly scary) medal to earn.

• Trail run
• 5K run
• 10K run
• Half marathon
• Marathon
• + 3 more races

• Sat 25 Oct
• £49-£89

London Halloween Walk

Why not risk a hair-raising hike around some of the city’s scary streets and historic haunts? Choose your distance, gather your bravest guys and ghouls to make up a team or go it alone.

• Challenge walk
• Short walk

• Sat 25 Oct
• £18.50

Moel Famau Halloween 'Piece of String' Night Race

A great chance to stretch your legs with this Halloween with the Piece of String - at night! You will not know the distance until the event unfolds....

• Trail run
• CaniCross

• Sat 25 Oct
• £4-£56

Hubble Bubble & Ghostly 1 Mile | Day 1

A Halloween-themed running event 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.

• 10K run
• Half marathon
• Marathon
• Ultra run
• Trail run
• + 3 more races

• Sat 25 Oct
• £26-£37.50

Running Tribe Races | Oct

A new and unique concept where you decide how many loops you feel capable of on the day - whether it's 7km, 14km, Half Marathon, Full Marathon or an Ultra Marathon! Push yourself further or go easy.

• Multi-terrain run 2
• Half marathon
• Marathon
• Ultra run

• Sat 25 Oct
• £70

Thames Trail Ultra

This 47-mile point-to-point along England’s longest river is one of the most popular events in the British ultra running calendar, boasting an interesting route and top runner reviews.

• 47 miles trail running + 913 ft ascent

• Sun 26 Oct
• £4-£56

Hubble Bubble & Ghostly 1 Mile | Day 2

A Halloween-themed running event 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.

• 5K run
• 10K run
• 10 miler
• Half marathon
• Trail run
• + 3 more races

• Sun 26 Oct
• £26-£31

Monsal Trail October Half Marathon & 10K | Sunday

Take to one of the most iconic trails in the Peak District for stunning and traffic-free racing joy on a former Midland railway line taking you through four tunnels and across the spectacular viaduct!

• 10K run
• Half marathon

• Sun 26 Oct
• £31-£36

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 26 Oct
• £58-£90

ATW Grafham Duathlon - Incorporating the European Standard Duathlon Qualifier

Join ATW, the largest multisport organiser in the UK, at the iconic Grafham Water - a venue that has been used for award-winning events, national championships and GB qualifier races.

• Sprint duathlon
• Standard duathlon

• Sun 26 Oct
• £45

The Dorchester Sprint Triathlon

Bike past historic landmarks, and run beside the Great Feild at Poundbury. As you finish each leg of the course, you’ll get closer to the crowds of people cheering you on at that final stretch.

• 300 m pool swimming
• 21 km road cycling + 792 ft ascent
• 5 km road running + 147 ft ascent

• Sun 26 Oct
• £55

Stort30

A stunningly pretty 30-mile out-and-back ultra on the border of Hertfordshire and Essex along the River Stort and Lee navigation. A great first foray into ultra running or a fast competitive race.

• 30 miles trail running + 188 ft ascent

• Wed 29 Oct
• £22

Piglove by the River by Night 10K & 5K

An evening event at a lovely beer garden in the heart of Citu’s Climate Innovation District - grab a picnic bench, a pint of craft beer and admire the views. The perfect spot for a sunny evening!

• 5K run
• 10K run

• Sun 5 Oct
• £21-£25

Barry Buddon FAST 10s

Super flat, super fast, traffic-free roads. Time to update your PB? Runners can focus on their running as well as enjoy some of the stunning coastal scenery.

• 10K run
• 10 miler