Beginner-friendly Road runs in South East
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- Sun 31 May
- £16-£21
Brading 10K
Kicking off the Isle of Wight Festival of Running, take on a fast, friendly 10K on scenic lanes, with gentle hills, coastal views and a welcoming atmosphere for runners of all abilities.
- 10 km road running + 73 m ascent
- Sun 12 Jul
- £26
TapSocial Brewery 10K
Chase a fast 10K around Oxford, then celebrate with great beer and purpose at a socially driven craft brewery finish line.
- 10 km road running
- 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
- £15-£130
Oxford Half Marathon
Runners will enjoy the fast, flat and beautiful route through University Parks and the historic Oxford City Centre whilst celebrating running and movement with entertainment and cheering fans!
- 13.1 miles road running
- Sat 17 Oct
- £22
AJ Bell Junior & Mini Great South 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 17 Oct
- £27-£30
AJ Bell Great South 5K
Kicking off the famous weekend of running on a route with beautiful views across the Solent, an incredible atmosphere, lovely fresh sea air and a fast and flat route with PB potential.
- 5 km road running
- Sun 18 Oct
- £18-£20
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
- Sun 18 Oct
- £51-£53
AJ Bell 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
- 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
- £24-£26
Windsor Dorney Lakeside 10K
Race a fast, flat and traffic-free 10K at Dorney Lake, the London 2012 Olympic rowing venue, with lakeside scenery, great atmosphere and excellent runner support throughout.
- 10 km road running
- Sun 25 Oct
- £32-£34
Windsor Dorney Lakeside Half Marathon
Race a fast, flat and traffic-free half marathon at Dorney Lake, the London 2012 Olympic rowing venue, with lakeside scenery, great atmosphere and excellent runner support throughout.
- 13.1 miles road running
- Sun 14 Feb 2027
- £35-£42
Hampton Court Half Marathon
This is the original Hampton Court Half Marathon and is run over a fast, flat and interesting course that borders the river-side grounds of the magnificent palace with King Henry VIII cheering on!
- 13.1 miles road running