Beginner-friendly Road runs in UK in May 2026

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Take on the Leeds Marathon – a spectacular, fully supported city-to-countryside challenge with incredible atmosphere, scenic views and unforgettable race-day energy.

Sun 10 May
£63.50-£77.50
11 charities

Leeds, West Yorkshire, UK

Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon

Take on the Leeds Marathon – a spectacular, fully supported city-to-countryside challenge with incredible atmosphere, scenic views and unforgettable race-day energy.

Venue accessible
Recycling
Beginner-friendly
Chip timing
Enter online
Event village
Urban
Rural
Free venue entry
Sustainability policy
Public transport links
Age 18 & over

26.2 miles road running

The Leeds Half Marathon is Yorkshire’s biggest and probably loudest event of its kind and features an exhilarating city centre finish in Millenium Square with great atmosphere throughout!

Sun 10 May
£40-£85
6 charities

Leeds, West Yorkshire, UK

Leeds Half Marathon

The Leeds Half Marathon is Yorkshire’s biggest and probably loudest event of its kind and features an exhilarating city centre finish in Millenium Square with great atmosphere throughout!

Beginner-friendly
Chip timing
Enter online
Traffic free
Fancy dress
Event village
Urban
Public transport links
Age 17 & over

13.1 miles road running

From the glorious and famous Wimbledon Common near Rushmere Pond, through the streets of Wimbledon, with a great vibe, medal, goodies and team warm-up to start!

Sun 17 May
£37-£39

London, UK

Wimbledon Half Marathon

From the glorious and famous Wimbledon Common near Rushmere Pond, through the streets of Wimbledon, with a great vibe, medal, goodies and team warm-up to start!

Beginner-friendly
Chip timing
Enter online
Event village
Public transport links
Age 18 & over

13.1 miles road running + 199 ft ascent

Sun 17 May
£25-£27

London, UK

Wimbledon 10K

From the glorious and famous Wimbledon Common near Rushmere Pond, through the streets of Wimbledon, with a great vibe, medal, goodies and team warm-up to start!

Beginner-friendly
Chip timing
Enter online
Event village
Public transport links
Age 18 & over

10 km road running + 199 ft ascent

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
£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.