Runs

• Sat 10 Oct
• £70-£160

Lakes in a Day

On foot from the top of the Lake District to the bottom via the stunning Helvellyn Ridge and the western shoreline of Lake Windermere. Not easy but certainly spectacular, plus a new shorter option.

• Mountain marathon
• Trail run

• Sat 10 Oct
• £40-£65

Aberfoyle Festival of Trail Running

Experience the wild side of Scotland with an epic trail race in the heart of the stunning Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park on a waymarked route with finisher's medal.

• Half marathon
• Ultra run 3

• Sat 10 Oct
• £45-£140

The South Hams Ultra

The South Hams Ultra is a very scenic circumnavigation of South Hams in Devon over a choice of distances, which follows the brand new South Hams Way in South Devon.

• Ultra run 2
• Marathon

• Sat 10 Oct
• £10-£270
• Early bird

William Wallace Running Festival

"Follow in the Footsteps of Legends". Step onto Scotland’s most storied battlefields, where warriors once fought for freedom, and take on your own epic challenge. Are you ready to take the field?

Early bird on now

• Ultra run
• 50K ultra run
• 10K run
• Fun run

• Sat 10 Oct
• £31-£35

The Hurt

The toughest trail run in the South East is back by popular demand. Likened to fell running, the route includes steep, rocky ascent on lesser-known trails through the luscious Hurtwood Forest.

• Trail run
• Half marathon

• Sun 11 Oct
• £19.90-£40

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.

• 5K run
• Half marathon

• Sun 11 Oct
• £36-£69

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.

• Half marathon
• Marathon

• Sun 11 Oct
• £16-£29

Scare Bear Run | North

Get involved in the spooky Scare Bear Run North! The Care Bears were a staple of anyone who grew up in the 80s and even if you never liked them, they make a super cute (slightly scary) medal to earn.

• Trail run
• 5K run
• 10K run
• Half marathon
• Marathon
• + 3 more races

• Sun 11 Oct
• £50-£75
• 2 charities

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!

• 26.2 miles road running

• Sun 11 Oct
• £25-£35
• 25 charities

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.

• 13.1 miles road running + 88 m ascent

• Sun 11 Oct
• £15-£130
• 8 charities

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
• £19-£22

Loggerheads Autumn Trails

Dash through vibrant autumn woodlands and rugged trails, conquering scenic hills and winding paths. xperience the thrill, camaraderie, and natural beauty of Loggerheads’ unforgettable trail challenge.

• Trail run 2
• CaniCross

• 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
• £23-£58

Old Mother Shipton's Soft Shoe Shuffle

A trail running extravaganza over a beautiful 6.5-mile route from Knaresborough centre through parkland then into beautiful countryside with an awesome medal at the finish line.

• 10K run
• Half marathon
• Trail run
• Marathon
• Ultra run

• Sun 18 Oct
• £7-£32

Bedgebury Forest Half Marathon & 10K

An unforgettable race between the pines and beneath the majestic canopy of Bedgebury Forest - a trail race that will ignite your racer's heart.

• Fun run 2
• 10K run
• Half marathon

• Sun 18 Oct
• £51.50

Brenig Way 50K Trail

This regional marked footpath of 32 miles winds it's way through some beautifully remote upland scenery. Start at the town of Corwen in the Dee Valley, and follow the signage up the Dee Valley.

• 50 km trail running + 1450 m ascent

• 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
• £32-£77

ASICS LDNX 10K

From the team behind the UK's largest 10K, this closed road run from Wembley Stadium for 12,000 runners finishes on the Olympic Way with an awesome spinning finisher medal and an after-party!

• 10 km road running

• Sun 18 Oct
• £51-£53
• 7 charities

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

• Sat 24 Oct
• £28-£36

Monsal Trail October Half Marathon & 10K | Saturday

Take to one of the most iconic trails in the Peak District for stunning and traffic-free racing joy on a former Midland railway line taking you through four tunnels and across the spectacular viaduct!

• 10K run
• Half marathon

• Sat 24 Oct
• £18.50

Moel Famau Halloween 'Piece of String' Night Race

A great chance to stretch your legs at Halloween with the 'Piece of String' - at night! You will not know the distance until the event unfolds...

• Trail run
• CaniCross

• Sat 24 Oct
• £72

Thames Trail Ultra

This 47-mile point-to-point along England’s longest river is one of the most popular events in the British ultra running calendar, boasting an interesting route and top runner reviews.

• 47 miles trail running + 913 ft ascent

• Sun 25 Oct
• £28-£36

Monsal Trail October Half Marathon & 10K | Sunday

Take to one of the most iconic trails in the Peak District for stunning and traffic-free racing joy on a former Midland railway line taking you through four tunnels and across the spectacular viaduct!

• 10K run
• Half marathon

• Sun 25 Oct
• £33-£38

Pumpkin Plod

This Halloween, run as far as you can during the 4 or 6-hour event through Ferry Meadows, one of the largest country parks in the region, on a multi-terrain loop. Run, rest, then head out for more.

• Multi-terrain run 2