Runs in UK in August 2026

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Soak up summer miles on a flat, fast canal towpath, with great support, generous treats and distances for every runner — a Yorkshire day out to remember.

Sat 22 Aug
£24-£42

Leeds, West Yorkshire, UK

Summer Extravaganza

Soak up summer miles on a flat, fast canal towpath, with great support, generous treats and distances for every runner — a Yorkshire day out to remember.

10K run
10 miler
Half marathon
Trail run
Marathon

Beginner-friendly
Event village
Age 16 & over

Who doesn't like cake?! The Great British Bake Run is back for another year!

Sat 22 Aug
£14-£34

Aberdare, Mid Glamorgan, UK

Great British Bake Run - Wales

Who doesn't like cake?! The Great British Bake Run is back for another year!

Road run
5K run
10K run
Half marathon
Marathon
+ 3 more races

Families
Beginner-friendly
Event village
Park
All ages

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.

Thu 27 Aug
£10-£17

Leeds, West Yorkshire, UK

Kirkstall Rock up n' Run

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

Beginner-friendly
Event village
Age 16 & over

Great trails with a small section of tarmac as you run over the dam. Both distances feature scenic off-road trails and lake views, with camping and a full festival weekend of races.

Fri 28 Aug
£12-£25

Dulverton, Somerset, UK

Wimbleball Lake Trail Races

Great trails with a small section of tarmac as you run over the dam. Both distances feature scenic off-road trails and lake views, with camping and a full festival weekend of races.

5K run
CaniCross 2
10K run

Families
Recycling
Beginner-friendly
Event village
Sustainability policy
Age 8 & over

Whether you're looking to get some miles under your belt before The Great North Run or you just fancy a run along the beautiful River Wear, then this is the event for you!

Sun 30 Aug
£16-£29

Durham, County Durham, UK

GNR & Time Turner | Durham

Whether you're looking to get some miles under your belt before The Great North Run or you just fancy a run along the beautiful River Wear, then this is the event for you!