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The Magna Carta event are based in scenic Runnymede and right near the site where the treaty of Magna Carta was agreed by King John of England and signed on 15th June 1215.
  • Sat 9 May
  • £33-£55
Egham, Surrey, UK

Magna Carta Summer

The Magna Carta event are based in scenic Runnymede and right near the site where the treaty of Magna Carta was agreed by King John of England and signed on 15th June 1215.

  • Beginner-friendly
  • Event village
  • Age 16 & over
  • 10K run
  • Half marathon
  • Marathon
Come and join the Spring Lucky Dip Run! There is no set medal for this race; instead, you will get to choose your own from a selection of medals from past events!
  • Sun 10 May
  • £16-£35
Staines, Surrey, UK

The Spring Lucky Dip Run

Come and join the Spring Lucky Dip Run! There is no set medal for this race; instead, you will get to choose your own from a selection of medals from past events!

  • Beginner-friendly
  • Event village
  • All ages
  • Trail run
  • 5K run
  • 10K run
  • Half marathon
  • Marathon
  • + 3 more races
Come and celebrate 50 years since the release of the iconic Rocky film! Have you got the Eye of The Tiger, the guts to get the glory and the will to rise up to the challenge and run?
  • Sat 16 May
  • £16-£35
Staines, Surrey, UK

Rocky at 50 Run

Come and celebrate 50 years since the release of the iconic Rocky film! Have you got the Eye of The Tiger, the guts to get the glory and the will to rise up to the challenge and run?

  • Families
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Event village
  • All ages
  • Road run
  • 5K run
  • 10K run
  • Half marathon
  • Marathon
  • + 3 more races
If you want to treat yourself or a loved one to some fun and self care with a local race, then look no further; the Rye 10 & 5 Mile is a joy to race.
  • Sun 17 May
  • £24-£28
Rye, East Sussex, UK

Rye 10 & 5 Mile

If you want to treat yourself or a loved one to some fun and self care with a local race, then look no further; the Rye 10 & 5 Mile is a joy to race.

  • Families
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Event village
  • Sustainability policy
  • Age 15 & over
  • Road run
  • 10 miler
Thousands of runners of all abilities and ages will be welcomed to Green Park in Reading to run a traffic-free, super-flat route as part of a family-friendly event day.
  • Sun 31 May
  • £13-£28
Reading, Berkshire, UK

Green Park Reading 10K

Thousands of runners of all abilities and ages will be welcomed to Green Park in Reading to run a traffic-free, super-flat route as part of a family-friendly event day.

  • Families
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Entertainment
  • Music
  • Event village
  • Urban
  • Park
  • Free venue entry
  • Public transport links
  • Age 4 & over
  • Fun run 2
  • 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
  • £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.

  • Beginner-friendly
  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Event village
  • Age 15 & over
  • 10 km road running + 73 m ascent
Who remembers the character Strawberry Shortcake and all her adorable friends like Orange Blossom and Lemon Meringue?! Here's your chance for a medal of her!
  • Sat 6 Jun
  • £15-£35
Staines, Surrey, UK

Strawberry Shortcake Scamper

Who remembers the character Strawberry Shortcake and all her adorable friends like Orange Blossom and Lemon Meringue?! Here's your chance for a medal of her!

  • Families
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Event village
  • All ages
  • Road run
  • 5K run
  • 10K run
  • Half marathon
  • Marathon
  • + 3 more races
The UK’s favourite 24-hour trail race! Epic, Brutal, Relentless. Race against the clock to tackle as many laps of the iconic course as you can. How far can you go in 24 hours?
  • Sat 6 - Sun 7 Jun
  • £95-£105
  • Team places only
Reading, Berkshire, UK

Endure24 | Reading

The UK’s favourite 24-hour trail race! Epic, Brutal, Relentless. Race against the clock to tackle as many laps of the iconic course as you can. How far can you go in 24 hours?

Team places only

  • Dogs allowed at venue
  • Entertainment
  • Music
  • Ballot
  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Event village
  • Event expo
  • Park
  • Free venue entry
  • Sustainability policy
  • Relay
  • Age 18 & over
  • 24 hrs multi terrain running
Come and join the Summer Lucky Dip Run! There is no set medal for this race, instead, you will get to choose your own from a selection of medals from past events!
  • Sun 7 Jun
  • £16-£35
Staines, Surrey, UK

The Summer Lucky Dip Run

Come and join the Summer Lucky Dip Run! There is no set medal for this race, instead, you will get to choose your own from a selection of medals from past events!

  • Families
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Event village
  • All ages
  • Road run
  • 5K run
  • 10K run
  • Half marathon
  • Marathon
  • + 3 more races
Previously rated one of the top 10 UK marathons! Scenic mixed-terrain routes following Bewl Water around the reservoir route on undulating rural wooded trails and quiet country lanes.
  • Sat 13 Jun
  • £33-£62
Wadhurst, East Sussex, UK

Bewl Water Summer

Previously rated one of the top 10 UK marathons! Scenic mixed-terrain routes following Bewl Water around the reservoir route on undulating rural wooded trails and quiet country lanes.

  • Beginner-friendly
  • Event village
  • Rural
  • Age 15-80
  • 10K run
  • Half marathon
  • Marathon
  • 50K ultra run
Come and conquer the Wendover Woods this summer and enjoy a scenic forest trails half marathon or 10K challenge to delight the senses.
  • Sun 14 Jun
  • £7-£32
Tring, Buckinghamshire, UK

Wendover Woods Half Marathon & 10K

Come and conquer the Wendover Woods this summer and enjoy a scenic forest trails half marathon or 10K challenge to delight the senses.

  • Families
  • Recycling
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Event village
  • Sustainability policy
  • All ages
  • Fun run
  • 10K run
  • Half marathon
Come and celebrate the 40th anniversary of the iconic film released in 1986! A cult classic from the 80s, one of Charlotte's favourite films, and who doesn't love David Bowie as the Goblin King!
  • Sun 14 Jun
  • £16-£35
Staines, Surrey, UK

Labyrinth 40th Anniversary Run

Come and celebrate the 40th anniversary of the iconic film released in 1986! A cult classic from the 80s, one of Charlotte's favourite films, and who doesn't love David Bowie as the Goblin King!

  • Families
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Event village
  • All ages
  • Road run
  • 5K run
  • 10K run
  • Half marathon
  • Marathon
  • + 3 more races
Series finale on wide forest gravel through Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest. Run a loop (a 'yard') every hour, on the hour, until only one runner remains. Miss the bell, and you're out.
  • Fri 26 Jun
  • £113-£115
Goudhurst, Kent, UK

Kent Backyard Ultra | Round Four: Bedgebury

Series finale on wide forest gravel through Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest. Run a loop (a 'yard') every hour, on the hour, until only one runner remains. Miss the bell, and you're out.

  • Beginner-friendly
  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Undulating
  • Traffic free
  • Event village
  • Rural
  • Age 16 & over
  • 1 day trail running
A run that you don't want to miss! The medal is incredible, and you can celebrate your achievements with some well-deserved ice cream!
  • Sun 5 Jul
  • £16-£35
Staines, Surrey, UK

Will Run For Ice Cream

A run that you don't want to miss! The medal is incredible, and you can celebrate your achievements with some well-deserved ice cream!

  • Families
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Event village
  • All ages
  • Road run
  • 5K run
  • 10K run
  • Half marathon
  • Marathon
  • + 3 more races
Who hasn't completed a race, sworn they will never run again and then booked onto another one the following day?!
  • Sat 11 Jul
  • £16-£35
Staines, Surrey, UK

Ooops I Ran It Again

Who hasn't completed a race, sworn they will never run again and then booked onto another one the following day?!

  • Families
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Event village
  • All ages
  • Road run
  • 5K run
  • 10K run
  • Half marathon
  • Marathon
  • + 3 more races
This popular racing gem returns to sparkle for another year; prepare to be captivated by racing joy! A beautiful 10K course taking runners on the quiet country lanes around the stunning estate.
  • Sun 9 Aug
  • £7-£25
Faversham, Kent, UK

Mount Ephraim 10K

This popular racing gem returns to sparkle for another year; prepare to be captivated by racing joy! A beautiful 10K course taking runners on the quiet country lanes around the stunning estate.

  • Recycling
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Plastic bottle free
  • Event village
  • Sustainability policy
  • All ages
  • Fun run
  • 10K run
Who doesn't like cake?! The Great British Bake Run is back for another year! The medal is a fantastic cupcake which doubles up as a magnet to go on your fridge!
  • Sun 9 Aug
  • £16-£35
Staines, Surrey, UK

Great British Bake Run

Who doesn't like cake?! The Great British Bake Run is back for another year! The medal is a fantastic cupcake which doubles up as a magnet to go on your fridge!

  • Families
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Event village
  • All ages
  • Road run
  • 5K run
  • 10K run
  • Half marathon
  • Marathon
  • + 3 more races
Challenge yourself on this scenic, undulating road race across the Isle of Wight. Enjoy breathtaking coastal views, peaceful countryside lanes, and amazing local support from start to finish.
  • Sun 16 Aug
  • £18-£25
Ryde, Isle of Wight, UK

Isle of Wight Half Marathon

Challenge yourself on this scenic, undulating road race across the Isle of Wight. Enjoy breathtaking coastal views, peaceful countryside lanes, and amazing local support from start to finish.

  • Beginner-friendly
  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Undulating
  • Event village
  • Age 17 & over
  • 13.1 miles multi terrain running + 183 m ascent
Previously rated one of the top 10 UK marathons! Scenic mixed-terrain routes following Bewl Water around the reservoir route on undulating rural wooded trails and quiet country lanes.
  • Sat 12 Sep
  • £33-£62
Wadhurst, East Sussex, UK

Bewl Water Autumn

Previously rated one of the top 10 UK marathons! Scenic mixed-terrain routes following Bewl Water around the reservoir route on undulating rural wooded trails and quiet country lanes.

  • Beginner-friendly
  • Event village
  • Rural
  • Age 15-80
  • 10K run
  • Half marathon
  • Marathon
  • 50K ultra run
A true steeplechase race across the breathtaking scenery of the ancient trails surrounding the medieval town of Rye in East Sussex, linking Norman churches as you go.
  • Sun 13 Sep
  • £29-£33
Rye, East Sussex, UK

Rye Ancient Trails 30K & 15K

A true steeplechase race across the breathtaking scenery of the ancient trails surrounding the medieval town of Rye in East Sussex, linking Norman churches as you go.

  • Recycling
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Plastic bottle free
  • Event village
  • Rural
  • Sustainability policy
  • Age 16 & over
  • Multi-terrain run 2
An inspiring half marathon in Windsor Great Park, starting and finishing on the Long Walk with Windsor Castle as the backdrop - probably the most iconic of all road race finishes in the UK!
  • Sun 27 Sep
  • £0.50-£48
Windsor, Berkshire, UK

Windsor Half Marathon & Sprite Sprint

An inspiring half marathon in Windsor Great Park, starting and finishing on the Long Walk with Windsor Castle as the backdrop - probably the most iconic of all road race finishes in the UK!

  • Families
  • Recycling
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Dogs allowed at venue
  • Entertainment
  • Event village
  • Park
  • Public transport links
  • Age 5 & over
  • Fun run
  • Half marathon
This ever popular race promises amazing coastal views and a relatively flat coastal promenade run with real PB potential.
  • Sun 27 Sep
  • £5-£27
Folkestone, Kent, UK

Folkestone Rotary Half Marathon

This ever popular race promises amazing coastal views and a relatively flat coastal promenade run with real PB potential.

  • Families
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Event village
  • Coast
  • All ages
  • Fun run
  • Half marathon
The Isle of Wight Marathon celebrates its 70th Anniversary in 2026! It has been run continuously since 1957, making it the longest-running (and one of the first to be held) in the UK.
  • Sun 4 Oct
  • £23-£30
  • Early bird
Cowes, Isle of Wight, UK

The Isle of Wight Marathon

The Isle of Wight Marathon celebrates its 70th Anniversary in 2026! It has been run continuously since 1957, making it the longest-running (and one of the first to be held) in the UK.

Early bird on now

  • Beginner-friendly
  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Undulating
  • Event village
  • Rural
  • Age 18 & over
  • 26.2 miles road running + 350 m ascent
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.
  • Sat 10 Oct
  • £31-£35
Guildford, Surrey, UK

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.

  • Beginner-friendly
  • Event village
  • Rural
  • Sustainability policy
  • Plastic-free event
  • Age 16 & over
  • Trail run
  • 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!
  • Sun 11 Oct
  • £15-£130
  • 8 charities
Oxford, Oxfordshire, UK

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!

  • Carbon neutral
  • Venue accessible
  • Recycling
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Entertainment
  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Flat
  • PB
  • Traffic free
  • Fancy dress
  • Event village
  • Urban
  • Park
  • Sustainability policy
  • Public transport links
  • Age 16 & over
  • 13.1 miles road running

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