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Road runs with chip timing in October 2026

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The popular Welwyn Half Marathon starts and finishes on the impressive 400m athletics track at Gosling Sports Park with an ideal, traffic-free, disused railway line in between.
  • Sun 4 Oct 2026
  • FREE-£35
  • Early bird
Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, UK

ATW Welwyn Half Marathon & Fun Run

The popular Welwyn Half Marathon starts and finishes on the impressive 400m athletics track at Gosling Sports Park with an ideal, traffic-free, disused railway line in between.

Early bird on now

  • Families
  • Recycling
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Event village
  • Park
  • Sustainability policy
  • All ages
  • Fun run
  • Half marathon
  • 10K run
Round off your season with a flat, fast half on closed roads, roaring crowd support, and a well-earned chunky medal near Old Trafford.
  • Sun 4 Oct 2026
  • £10-£98
  • 4 charities
Manchester, Greater Manchester, UK

Manchester Half Marathon

Round off your season with a flat, fast half on closed roads, roaring crowd support, and a well-earned chunky medal near Old Trafford.

  • Trees not tees
  • Venue accessible
  • Recycling
  • Entertainment
  • Chip timing
  • Flat
  • PB
  • Traffic free
  • Fancy dress
  • Event village
  • Urban
  • Sustainability policy
  • Public transport links
  • Age 17 & over
  • 13.1 miles road running + 64 m ascent
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!
  • Sun 4 Oct 2026
  • £34-£46
  • Early bird
Lincoln, Lincolnshire, UK

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!

Early bird on now

  • Venue accessible
  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Undulating
  • Traffic free
  • Event village
  • Urban
  • Sustainability policy
  • Age 17 & over
  • 13.1 miles road running + 437 ft ascent
An iconic road race around Wales' capital offering a flat course from the castle to the marina and over the Cardiff Bay barrage!
  • Sun 4 Oct 2026
  • £5-£60
  • 18 charities
Cardiff, South Glamorgan, UK

Oysho Cardiff Half

An iconic road race around Wales' capital offering a flat course from the castle to the marina and over the Cardiff Bay barrage!

  • Families
  • Carbon offset
  • Venue accessible
  • Recycling
  • Entertainment
  • Music
  • Chip timing
  • Flat
  • PB
  • Traffic free
  • Fancy dress
  • Event village
  • Urban
  • Coast
  • Sustainability policy
  • Public transport links
  • Age 17 & over
  • 13.1 miles road running + 81 m ascent
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.
  • Sun 4 Oct 2026
  • £41-£48
Glasgow, Glasgow City, UK

Great Scottish Run Half Marathon

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.

  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • GPS tracking
  • Undulating
  • Traffic free
  • Age 17 & over
  • 13.1 miles road running + 389 ft 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
Race through historic streets and vibrant crowds, chasing your personal best on a fast, flat course and experience electrifying support and unforgettable moments in this celebrated running challenge.
  • Sun 11 Oct 2026
  • £19.90-£40
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, UK

AEPG Great Eastern Run

Race through historic streets and vibrant crowds, chasing your personal best on a fast, flat course and experience electrifying support and unforgettable moments in this celebrated running challenge.

  • Families
  • Venue accessible
  • Recycling
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Entertainment
  • Music
  • Event village
  • Urban
  • Park
  • Sustainability policy
  • Public transport links
  • Age 4 & over
  • 5K run
  • 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.
  • Sun 11 Oct 2026
  • £36-£69
Chelmsford, Essex, UK

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.

  • Recycling
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Plastic bottle free
  • Event village
  • Park
  • Sustainability policy
  • Public transport links
  • Age 17 & over
  • Half marathon
  • Marathon
Experience the thrill of the Chicago Marathon—an Abbott World Marathon Major. Join runners from around the globe and race through Chicago’s iconic neighbourhoods and vibrant downtown streets!
  • Sun 11 Oct 2026
  • £50-£75
  • 2 charities
Chicago, Illinois, USA

Bank of America Chicago Marathon

Experience the thrill of the Chicago Marathon—an Abbott World Marathon Major. Join runners from around the globe and race through Chicago’s iconic neighbourhoods and vibrant downtown streets!

  • Venue accessible
  • Recycling
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Chip timing
  • Fundraising required
  • Flat
  • PB
  • Traffic free
  • Event village
  • Event expo
  • Urban
  • Park
  • Sustainability policy
  • Age 16 & over
  • 26.2 miles road running
Run through four of London’s most beautiful Royal Parks, past iconic landmarks and tree-lined avenues, on a stunning autumn route that combines city energy with natural splendour.
  • Sun 11 Oct 2026
  • £25-£35
  • 14 charities
London, UK

Royal Parks Half Marathon

Run through four of London’s most beautiful Royal Parks, past iconic landmarks and tree-lined avenues, on a stunning autumn route that combines city energy with natural splendour.

  • Families
  • Trees not tees
  • Venue accessible
  • Recycling
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Plastic bottle free
  • Entertainment
  • Music
  • Chip timing
  • GPS tracking
  • Flat
  • PB
  • Traffic free
  • Fancy dress
  • Event village
  • Urban
  • Park
  • Sustainability policy
  • Public transport links
  • Age 17 & over
  • 13.1 miles road running + 88 m ascent
A flat, fast and scenic 10K along Bournemouth’s stunning coastline — race between two iconic piers and soak up the festival atmosphere from start to finish.
  • Sun 11 Oct 2026
  • £38.50-£44.25
  • 2 charities
Bournemouth, Dorset, UK

Bournemouth Supersonic 10K

A flat, fast and scenic 10K along Bournemouth’s stunning coastline — race between two iconic piers and soak up the festival atmosphere from start to finish.

  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Flat
  • Traffic free
  • Age 15 & over
  • 10 km road running + 19 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.

  • Families
  • Trees not tees
  • Venue accessible
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Entertainment
  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Flat
  • PB
  • Traffic free
  • Fancy dress
  • Event village
  • Urban
  • Coast
  • Sustainability policy
  • Public transport links
  • Age 16 & over
  • 10 miles road running
Join 25,000 runners on Dublin’s electric streets for a flat, scenic city loop filled with incredible support, lively crowds and unforgettable marathon magic.
  • Sun 25 Oct 2026
  • €110
  • 3 charities
Dublin, Ireland

Irish Life Dublin Marathon

Join 25,000 runners on Dublin’s electric streets for a flat, scenic city loop filled with incredible support, lively crowds and unforgettable marathon magic.

  • Venue accessible
  • Recycling
  • Entertainment
  • Ballot
  • Chip timing
  • GPS tracking
  • Fundraising required
  • Flat
  • Traffic free
  • Fancy dress
  • Event village
  • Event expo
  • Urban
  • Park
  • Sustainability policy
  • Age 18 & over
  • 26.2 miles road running
  • Sat 3 Oct 2026
Galway, Ireland

Run Galway Bay

  • Marathon
  • Half marathon
  • Sun 4 Oct 2026
Basingstoke, Hampshire, UK

Destination Basingstoke Phillips Law Half Marathon, 10K & 5K

  • Fun run
  • 10K run
  • Half marathon
  • 5K run
  • Sun 4 Oct 2026
Bangor, Gwynedd, UK

Bangor City 10K & Half Marathon

  • 10K run
  • Half marathon
  • Sun 4 Oct 2026
Donostia / San Sebastián, Spain

Rural Kutxa San Sebastian Half Marathon

  • 21.1 km road running
  • Sun 4 Oct 2026
Shrewsbury, Shropshire, UK

Wem 10K

  • 10 km road running
  • Sat 10 Oct 2026
Örebro, Sweden

A-Stadsloppet - Half Marathon

  • 21.1 km road running
  • Sun 11 Oct 2026
Chester, Cheshire, UK

MBNA Chester Marathon and Metric Marathon

  • Marathon
  • Half marathon
  • Fun run
  • Sun 11 Oct 2026
Oswestry, Shropshire, UK

Oswestry 10K

  • 10 km road running
  • Sun 11 Oct 2026
Pisa, Italy

Pisa Half Marathon

  • 21.1 km road running
  • Sat 17 - Sun 18 Oct 2026
Amsterdam, Netherlands

TCS Amsterdam Marathon Weekend

  • Marathon
  • Half marathon
  • 10K run
  • Fun run
  • Sun 18 Oct 2026
York, North Yorkshire, UK

Yorkshire Marathon Festival

  • Marathon 2
  • 10 miler

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