10K runs are one of the most popular race distances in the UK, giving new runners a goal after a 5K and as a test of speed and endurance for seasoned runners. Select your location for 10K runs in your area or scroll down to see events coming up.
Featured events are listed below - select your region to see all events.
A new & unique concept where you turn up ready to conquer 10km but if you're feeling great, tackle a Half Marathon or even further depending on how you feel on the day!
This is an out and back course starting on the cliffs at Sewerby and running along the front at Bridlington. The course is great underfoot.
Featured events are listed below - select your region to see all events.
Happy New Year Run along the flat and even Leeds and Liverpool Canal towpath - perfect for runners of all abilities, from novices to PB chasers!
Starting off in Skipton Market Town and the gateway to the Yorkshire Dales before heading out on the canal to Saltaire allows runners the opportunity to enjoy a beautiful route.
The Dark Skies returns for an undulating yomp through Surrey’s muddy, rolling hills in Dorking. A thrilling nighttime 10K trail race with canicross. Medal, branded kit and hot food available too.
Join Channel 4's Ollie Ollerton in partnership with Alcohol Change UK for the Dry January® 10K. Swap your bar tab for a running bib and feel the benefits as you cross the finish line!
The superb Newcastle Winter Warmer Run is back with a brand new medal plus loads of fun, smiles, laughs and good times. A chance to lace up those shoes, get motivated and run this awesome event.
The superb Manchester Winter Warmer Run is back with a brand new medal plus loads of fun, smiles, laughs and good times. A chance to lace up those shoes, get motivated and run this awesome event.
The superb Birmingham Winter Warmer Run is back with a brand new medal plus loads of fun, smiles, laughs and good times! A chance to lace up those shoes, get motivated and run this awesome event.
A trail race event that is flat and fast and perfect for a PB also brilliant for a beginner or the runner who wants to do their own pace with bespoke medal and finish line treats.
The superb Leeds Winter Warmer Run promises a brand new medal plus loads of fun, smiles, laughs and good times. A chance to lace up those shoes, get motivated and run this awesome event.
Brilliant scenic course set in the Yorkshire village of Settle in the Yorkshire Dales and an absolute favourite in the running community. Enter early for your place, bacon buttie, t-shirt and medal.
The UK's most popular 10K run on closed roads in London with tons of winter fun! 1000s of people of all abilities will earn the iconic finisher medal, conquer the cold and help beat cancer.
The superb Liverpool Winter Warmer Run is back with a brand new medal plus loads of fun, smiles, laughs and good times. A chance to lace up those shoes, get motivated and run this awesome event.
Stunningly scenic riverside route along the Thames towpath. Flat, fast and very runnable with great runner support. The marathon on the same day was previously rated one of the top 10 UK marathons.
With breathtaking views of the Snowdonia National Park and the Menai Straits it's no wonder that this race has become a firm favourite. The flat/fast course attracts beginners and experienced runners.
Fast, flat, PB-grabbing event on traffic-free trails and the canal towpath with a bespoke medal and treats at the finish line. All levels of runner welcome.
Fast, flat, PB-grabbing event on good trail and canal towpath with a bespoke medal and treats at the finish line.
A new 10K to get people running and moving around the spectacular Salcey Forest for all abilities, speeds and experiences as part of the TrailFest events.
A circular loop around the lovely Grimwith Reservoir in the Yorkshire Dales with a bespoke medal and goodies at the finish line.
The Kew 10K starts outside the famous Palm House in Kew Gardens and every runner will receive a fantastic medal, a technical running t-shirt (male & female cut) and free entry into the gardens!
A fabulous event starting in Myrtle Park in Bingley and taking in the magnificent hills and countryside surrounding Bingley.
An exciting 10K on a flat and fast course perfect for all abilities, as part of the atmospheric Brighton Marathon Weekend complete with Beach Village. Charity places now available for 2024.
The 10K race challenge is perfect for a PB with green parks, inspiring views of city landmarks and a waterside location to drive you forward, beginning and ending at the iconic Guildhall.
The Magna Carta 10K is based in scenic Runnymede right near the historic site where the treaty of Magna Carta was agreed by King John of England and signed on 15th June 1215.
A scenic out-and-back course alongside the Huddersfield Canal. West Yorkshire with a bespoke medal and goodies at the finish.
Mud-fuelled assault course designed by Royal Marine Commandos, featuring 30+ obstacles designed to inspire greatness. Have you got what it takes to survive?
A fun, flat and fast 10K run along the coastal roads of Worthing, a great atmosphere, with cheer points along the route and a bespoke medal and t-shirt.
Step up your game with the 10km race at Trail-Fest Jersey! If you’re looking to elevate your trail running experience, the 10km race is the perfect next step even if you’re new to trail running.
Teams of 4 runners will complete the marathon course as a relay with each running a leg of approximately 10K - ideal for businesses, charities, clubs, groups of friends and achieving a PB.
Scenic mixed-terrain route around Bewl Water on undulating rural wooded trails and quiet country lanes. The marathon on the same day was previously rated one of the top UK marathons.
The 10K is a popular but challenging road race on open roads over an undulating course, downhill into the valley below and uphill to the finish for your hard-earned medal to wear with pride!
Graded ‘moderate’, this 10K trail run is open to all. Cruise round or race at the front end, it is a beautiful course to be enjoyed by all. Includes Full Weekend Festival Ticket in the price!
This event kicks off the Edinburgh Marathon Festival weekend in style, in the stunning surroundings of Holyrood Park on a route with striking panoramic views of the city and Edinburgh Castle.
Fast and flat route on fully closed roads that is almost all on tarmac. UK Athletics licensed, run under England Athletics rules and results will appear on Power of 10. Start on the dam bridge itself.
If you like great beer and running on amazing riverside trails then this event is for you! Routes through the beautiful valley of the North Esk River and finish at the brewery for a free beer.
A flat out-and-back event alongside the Leeds and Liverpool canal in the Yorkshire Dales with a bespoke medal and goodies for all finishers.
Take on this fast and flat summer extravaganza along with the Leeds to Liverpool canal. These out-and-back routes are perfect for all participants looking to run further in a friendly atmosphere.
An inclusive city centre run past some of Glasgow's most recognisable landmarks, setting the stage for the men of Scotland and beyond to make positive change to their own lives or to someone else's.
An inclusive city centre run past famous landmarks, setting the stage for the women of Scotland and beyond to make a positive change to their own lives or to someone else's.
The third pint-sized trail challenge with top reviews on scenic countryside routes with keepsake beer glass, real ale, medal, free photo, prizes, goodies and special Bridgedale socks offer!
A new 10K to get people running and moving around the spectacular Cannock Chase Forest for all abilities, speeds and experiences as part of the TrailFest events.
A scenic run on the coastal and cliff trails on the East Coast of Yorkshire, Flamborough, near Bridlington with bespoke medal and goodies for all finishers.
Three-hour lapped challenge over 3.55 miles from the beautiful town of Masham where you'll come in to a bespoke medal and all things Black Sheep at the finish line.
Six-hour lapped challenge over 3.55 miles in the beautiful town of Masham where you'll come in to a bespoke medal and all things Black Sheep at the finish line.
Your city, your run. This is the summer's greatest celebration of running in central London with iconic sights, entertainment and cheers at every kilometre! Charity places now available for 2024.
Explore the beautiful grounds of Duncombe Park, Helmsley and the Trans-Pennine Trail on this 6.7 mile looped course. Come for the scenic course, finisher's medal and well stocked aid stations!
Enjoy a trip up the Leeds and Liverpool Canal this summer, all along the flat and even towpath. This event is perfect for runners of all abilities.
Enjoy a summer run in Bingley this year through stunning Yorkshire countryside over a variety of terrain including sections of towpath, woodland and fields to finish with lots of lovely goodies.
Spectacular trail running event featuring the Brecon and Monmouthshire Canal, the Llangattock Escarpment, Black Mountains, Sugar Loaf and Brecon Beacons with full support, top reviews and epic medals!
A seriously flat and rapid course with downhill sections along the coast to finish in the final furlong of Scotland's oldest racecourse with a grandstand finish!
Enjoy a flat trail run from the coast at Hornsea in East Yorkshire on an out-and-back route along the scenic Trans Pennine Trail with lots of treats for all finishers.
Run the UK’s most beautiful and flattest 10K run inside the Royal Botanical Gardens, Kew and run past plenty of beautiful landmarks! Fabulous medal & free entry into the gardens for spectators.
The award-winning Run Reigate 10K is back and promises a much-loved sell-out event with fantastic scenery, an unbeatable atmosphere and a memorable experience!
An inclusive city centre run past some of Edinburgh's most recognisable landmarks, setting the stage for the men of Scotland and beyond to make positive change to their own lives or to someone else's.
A multi-terrain 10K on a mixture of tarmac, grass and track with some flat sections - all through the stunning Chatsworth Estate.
A capital city 10K on a flat course with closed roads and world-famous landmarks! An uplifting experience with cheering crowds and a great medal with a family-friendly run and wellness festival too.
An inclusive city centre run past famous landmarks, setting the stage for the women of Scotland and beyond to make a positive change to their own lives or to someone else's.
An exciting and spectacular event starting near Table Mountain and exploring the nearby Black Mountains, with incredible support guaranteed.
Come and Beat the Bull! Run the Kielder 10K around the stunning Bull Crag Peninsula of Kielder Water and enjoy the stunning scenery of one of the most beautiful 10Ks in the UK.
A fantastic flat and fast event, part of the Run Bournemouth festival weekend, great for setting a quick time and to admire the stunning coastline.
An annual favourite through Leeds city centre with an amazing atmosphere and perfect for runners of all levels! Come and run for the exclusive medal, finish line goodies, chip timing and text result.
Guides, tips and advice on 10K runs.
To celebrate Global Running Day, we're rounding the best unsung marathons, half marathons and more in the UK!
6.2-miles is the perfect distance for beginner runners and experienced athletes alike, with hundreds of runs around the UK - find the best 10K in your local region right here.
With thousands of runners taking part each year, this headline race is Manchester's original and greatest running event - here's why you should be there in 2023!
This popular distance is great for both racing and exploring local trails, but where do you get started? Well, right here.
Select your location for 10K runs and races in your area.
Measuring in at 6.2 miles, a 10K run is a challenge by anyone's standards without being completely exhausting, making it perfect both for beginners looking to step up from a 5K and for veteran runners looking to topple their PB.
As such, this is perhaps the most popular race distance in the UK and you can find 10K runs across the length and breadth of the country. What this means is that while your local 10K is definitely a fantastic opportunity to get active outdoors, there are some seriously exciting routes to be found at the same distance, both in the UK and abroad.
From the Dunster Castle 10K, taking in outstanding views across the South West coastline, to the Sheffield 10K, complete with cheering crowds along its route, this race distance has so much to offer runners of abilities.
There is also a wide range of major 10K races that can be entered for charity, like the Cancer Research UK London Winter Run.
10K is 6.2 miles, so is double a 5K (3.1 miles) and roughly half a half marathon (13.1 miles or 21K).
Most runners will look to complete a 10K in between 50 - 70 minutes, which averages at around 10 minutes per mile. Speedy racers will probably be targeting a sub-45 minute time, running at around seven minute miles!
Major 10K races include the Great Manchester Run, Cancer Research UK London Winter Run, the ASICS London 10K, the Scottish 10K and many more. There are hundreds of 10K races across the UK!
As with starting any new activity or sport, the key is to start slow and build up steadily, not rushing into trying to set a PB. For a full breakdown of how to get involved, check out our beginner's guide to running 10K.
You can browse through available 10K races on this page or use the advanced search to find events happening in your local area, as well as choosing which months you are interested in.
Explore the full range of events right here!
