Beginner-friendly Road runs in South East

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Take on a rewarding 10-mile road race around Ryde’s picturesque countryside and coastal roads, featuring steady climbs, stunning sea views, and a friendly, well-supported atmosphere.

Sun 1 Feb 2026
£16-£21

Ryde, Isle of Wight, UK

The Ryde 10 Mile Race

Take on a rewarding 10-mile road race around Ryde’s picturesque countryside and coastal roads, featuring steady climbs, stunning sea views, and a friendly, well-supported atmosphere.

Venue accessible
Beginner-friendly
Chip timing
Enter online
Undulating
Event village
Coast
Age 17 & over

10 miles road running + 601 ft ascent

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!

Sun 15 Feb 2026
£35-£37

Thames Ditton, Surrey, UK

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!

Venue accessible
Beginner-friendly
Dogs allowed at venue
Entertainment
Music
Chip timing
Enter online
Flat
PB
Fancy dress
Event village
Rural
Free venue entry
Age 17 & over

13.1 miles road running

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.

Sun 31 May 2026
£15-£21

Ryde, Isle of Wight, UK

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.

Beginner-friendly
Chip timing
Enter online
Event village
Age 15 & over

10 km road running + 73 m ascent

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 2026
£23-£30
Early bird

Cowes, Isle of Wight, UK

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.

Early bird on now

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

26.2 miles road running + 350 m ascent

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!

Sun 11 Oct 2026
£15-£117
7 charities

Oxford, Oxfordshire, UK

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!

Carbon neutral
Venue accessible
Recycling
Beginner-friendly
Entertainment
Chip timing
Enter online
Flat
PB
Traffic free
Fancy dress
Event village
Urban
Park
Sustainability policy
Public transport links
Age 16 & over

13.1 miles road running

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.

Sun 18 Oct 2026
£45-£53
5 charities

Portsmouth, Hampshire, UK

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.