Running events in the UK
From parkruns to ultra runs in the mountains, there is no activity with such a huge variety of events as running and we've got 1000's listed here. Use the quick links below to find your next run or scroll down to discover some of the best events coming up.
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- Sun 17 Aug
- £34-£36.50
Scottish 10K
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. Come and be a part of it!
- 10 km road running + 33 m ascent
- Sun 12 Oct
- £44.75-£50
Bournemouth Half Marathon
Sun... Sea... Running as it should be. Run along both Boscombe and Bournemouth piers on a stunning coastal route as part of the Run Bournemouth weekend running festival.
- 13.1 miles road running
Running events coming up
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- Sat 28 Jun
- £23-£37.50
Cock-a-doodle Dawdle
Join like-minded runners doing different distances, starting from the base camp of Hyde Hall Farm and encompassing the beautiful grounds around it.
- Multi-terrain run 2
- Sat 28 - Sun 29 Jun
- £39-£199
Peak District Ultra Challenge
From the idyllic basecamp hub in Bakewell, charity challengers will head into the fabulous Peak District National Park on a route from 10 miles right up to the full 100km with full support!
- Ultra run 3
- 100K ultra run 2
- Trail run 2
- Sun 29 Jun
- £14-£42
The Sewerby Ship Inn Shuffle
Brace yourself for an out-and-back course starting on the cliffs at Sewerby and running along the coast, out to the fantastic Flamborough then enjoy hot food at the Ship Inn at the end of your run.
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- Sun 29 Jun
- £20-£42
North Devon Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K
The 'UK's toughest and most beautiful marathon' features a delicious Devon cream tea at the finish line! Back for a 16th year, trail runners will amble along the SW Coast Path and N Devon Coast.
- 10K run
- Marathon 2
- Sat 5 Jul
- £160-£300
Rat Race | Man Vs Coast
Man vs Coast is a 25-mile adventure run in Cornwall featuring natural obstacle challenges such as sea wades and coasteering for the adventurer who wants to make a weekend of it.
- 25 miles trail running
- Sun 6 Jul
- £31-£36
Summer Ready Run
Back to Ferry Meadows Country Park for another 4 or 6-hour running challenge! Run as much as you want through the forest on a multi-terrain loop. Run, rest, then head out for some more.
- Multi-terrain run 2
- Sun 6 Jul
- £24-£38
Blacksheep 3 and 6 Hour Challenge
Three or six-hour lapped challenge over a 3.55 mile loop in the beautiful town of Masham where you'll come in to a bespoke medal and all things Black Sheep at the finish line.
- Multi-terrain run 2
- Sun 6 Jul
- £35-£37
- Entries close soon
Great North 10K
This 10K transforms ordinary people into local heroes along a city centre route that shares the same iconic start line as it's famous big sister. Expect a party atmosphere and some brilliant bling!
- 10 km road running
- Wed 9 Jul
- £15
The Jubilee Relay, Moel Famau
Leg 1 runner - ascent only, Leg 2 runner - descent only. Electronic timing with RaceTek gives up, down and overall splits.
- 5 miles trail running
- Thu 10 Jul
- £11-£18
Slawit Rock up n' Run | Summer Evening Series
Lovely evening out and back event in the village of Slaithwaite (Slawit) plus BBQ, beer, chocolate, a jumble medal and great company.
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Sat 12 - Sun 13 Jul
- £85-£270
Race to the Stones
Conquer Britain's oldest trail, the ancient Ridgeway, at the UK's biggest ultramarathon as you race towards the 5000-year-old Avebury Standing Stones. Back for the 12th Year Running!
- 50K ultra run 2
- 100K ultra run 3
- Sat 12 - Sun 13 Jul
- £31.99-£251.99
XTERRA Snowdonia Trail Marathon Eryri Events
Welcome to the XTERRA Snowdonia Trail Marathon Eryri, a stunning Trail Marathon, Ultra Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, and 24hr event starting and finishing in Wales' outdoor capital, Llanberis.
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- Ultra run 2
- Sat 12 Jul
- £39-£139
North Downs 50 Ultra Challenge
A fabulous challenge setting out from Guildford base camp on a looped route taking in some of the best of the Surrey hills, the North Downs Way, and the surrounding countryside.
- 50K ultra run
- Trail run 2
- 10K run
- Sun 13 Jul
- £39.95-£49.95
Rasselbock Marathon and Half Marathon
Welcome to the stunning Sherwood Pines for an incredible day of running in the forest - whether it's your first event, you're going for a PB or if you just want a day in the forest with friends!
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- Trail run
- Sun 13 Jul
- £31-£36
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It's summer time so come join a loop or two at the lovely Brandon Country Park through the heart of Thetford Forest!
- Multi-terrain run 2
- Thu 17 Jul
- £10-£17
Kirkstall Rock up n' Run | Summer Evening Series Part 1
Come and join in at Kirkstall for this brilliant pop-up Summer Series. Jumble medal, beer or soft drink and sweetie bag for all runners.
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Sat 19 Jul
- £14-£56
Sir Titus Summer Trot | Day 1
Enjoy a trip up the Leeds and Liverpool Canal this summer over a range of distances, all along the flat and even towpath. This event is perfect for runners of all abilities.
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- Ultra run
- Trail run
- + 2 more races
- Sat 19 - Sun 20 Jul
- £35-£295
Belvoir Castle Triathlon and Multisport Festival
A jewel in the castle crown! Get active in the beautiful grounds and surrounding area of stunning Leicestershire in the discipline of your choice! Celebrate in the festival village afterwards.
- Kids triathlon 4
- Super sprint triathlon
- Sprint triathlon 2
- Olympic triathlon
- Half Ironman
- + 14 more races
- Sat 19 - Sun 20 Jul
- £39-£199
Gower Peninsula Ultra Challenge
A new Ultra Challenge for this year, set on the stunning Gower Peninsula – the UK’s first Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and famous for its golden beaches.
- 100K ultra run 2
- Ultra run
- 50K ultra run 2
- Marathon
- Multi-terrain run
- + 1 more race
- Sun 20 Jul
- £13-£55
Revesby Running Festival
Runs with unparalleled scenery making them some of the most picturesque events in the area, on a private estate. 5K, 10K, half marathon or a totally unique running challenge 'Challenge The Estate'.
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Multi-terrain run
- Sun 20 Jul
- £8-£55
Bright Skies Surrey Hills
The Bright Skies are thrilling daytime trail races following an undulating yomp through Surrey's rolling hills and the Denbies Estate in the Surrey Hills.
- Fun run 2
- 5K run
- 10K run
- CaniCross 3
- Half marathon
- + 1 more race
- Sun 20 Jul
- £14-£56
Sir Titus Summer Trot | Day 2
Enjoy a trip up the Leeds and Liverpool Canal this summer over a range of distances, all along the flat and even towpath. This event is perfect for runners of all abilities.
- 5K run
- 10K run
- 10 miler
- Half marathon
- Trail run
- + 2 more races
- Sun 29 Jun
- £18-£42
Sport in Action Festival of Running
Possibly the flattest marathon in the country. All distances are fast, officially measured, PB courses on quiet country roads through pretty local villages.
- Marathon
- Half marathon
- Road run
- Fri 4 Jul
- £7-£21
Rye Summer 10K & 5K Series | Race Two
Enjoy every spellbinding step through the stunning landscape of Rye Harbour Nature Reserve in this exceptional summer series. Enter one or enter more and watch your times improve.
- Fun run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Sat 5 Jul
- £25-£60
FixAddiction Triathlon, 5K, 10K & Half Marathon
A superb summer's day of running and triathlon at the stunning Olympic venue which boasts fast, flat courses with closed roads and ideal swimming conditions. A must for your schedule this year.
- Super sprint triathlon
- Sprint triathlon
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Sat 5 Jul
- £50-£100
ATW Odyssey12
The ATW Odyssey 12hr Run is more than just a running event, its a journey of self-discovery through the beautiful multi-terrain footpaths around St Neots.
- 12 hrs trail running + 0 ft ascent
- Sun 6 Jul
- £26-£31
Cannock Chase Forest Half Marathon & 10K
Join the early summer racing joy and race between the trees at Cannock Chase Forest! It's time to treat yourself!
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Sun 6 Jul
- £75-£125
- Entries close soon
ATW Bristol Triathlon
ATW presents the Bristol Triathlon, one of the UK's most-popular 'closed-road' triathlon events, in a vibrant city known for its culture, creativity and green spaces.
- Sprint triathlon
- Sprint aquabike
- Olympic triathlon
- Standard aquabike
- Tue 8 Jul
- £7-£15
Gosport 5K Summer Series | Race Four
As the sun slowly dips and ignites the bay in a riot of liquid rose gold, take to the tarmac and fall in love with this summer 5K in Gosport.
- Fun run
- 5K run
- Sun 20 Jul
- £27-£29
ATW St Albans Summer 10K
ATW brings you the St Albans Summer 10K with a twist! Flat, fast and chip-timed with pacers to help you achieve a PB, plus buzzing event village for all the family with music, play zone and ice cream.
- 10 km road running + 108 ft ascent
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