Runs in UK in May 2026

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A weekend of inclusive trail races, camping, festival vibes, yoga workshops, guided runs, live music and outdoor cinema, all based in the grounds of the iconic Blair Castle in the Cairngorms.

Fri 29 - Sun 31 May 2026
£10-£79

Pitlochry, Perth and Kinross, UK

Blair Castle Trail Weekender

A weekend of inclusive trail races, camping, festival vibes, yoga workshops, guided runs, live music and outdoor cinema, all based in the grounds of the iconic Blair Castle in the Cairngorms.

Families
Recycling
Newcomers
Plastic bottle free
Entertainment
Music
Event village
Event expo
Park
Rural
Mountains
Sustainability policy
Public transport links
All ages

Ultra run
Trail run 4
Walking festival
Half marathon

A fast, flat 10K route that is almost all on tarmac and is one of the most beautiful 10Ks in the country. The kids races make the event even more exciting, especially as all finishers get a medal!

Sat 30 May 2026
£9-£20

Yelverton, Devon, UK

Burrator 10K and Kids Races

A fast, flat 10K route that is almost all on tarmac and is one of the most beautiful 10Ks in the country. The kids races make the event even more exciting, especially as all finishers get a medal!

Families
Trees not tees
Recycling
Newcomers
Plastic bottle free
Rural
Sustainability policy
Plastic-free event
Age 3 & over

10K run
Fun run 2

50 years of Lake District running in one unforgettable weekend! Trail runners, fell runners, orienteers and walkers of all abilities in an iconic location with family-friendly activities and more.

Sat 30 - Sun 31 May 2026
FREE-£85

Ambleside, Cumbria, UK

Lake District Running Festival

50 years of Lake District running in one unforgettable weekend! Trail runners, fell runners, orienteers and walkers of all abilities in an iconic location with family-friendly activities and more.

Families
Newcomers
Event village
Rural
Mountains
Age 5 & over

Sprint orienteer
5K run
10K run
Trail run
Marathon
+ 2 more races

The city’s original and best-loved running event! With a 10K or a half marathon distance to choose from, over 99% of Manchester runners say they’d recommend it to a friend.

Sun 31 May 2026
£39-£55

Manchester, Greater Manchester, UK

Great Manchester Run

The city’s original and best-loved running event! With a 10K or a half marathon distance to choose from, over 99% of Manchester runners say they’d recommend it to a friend.

Families
Trees not tees
Venue accessible
Recycling
Newcomers
Entertainment
Music
Event village
Urban
Sustainability policy
Public transport links
Age 15 & over

Half marathon
10K run

Kicking off the Isle of Wight Festival of Running, take on a fast, friendly 10K on scenic lanes, with gentle hills, coastal views and a welcoming atmosphere for runners of all abilities.

Sun 31 May 2026
£15-£21

Ryde, Isle of Wight, UK

Brading 10K

Kicking off the Isle of Wight Festival of Running, take on a fast, friendly 10K on scenic lanes, with gentle hills, coastal views and a welcoming atmosphere for runners of all abilities.