Runs in South East
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- Fri 26 Jun 2026
- £113-£115
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
- Fri 3 Jul 2026
- £16-£27
Midweek Chasing Numbers July
The aim of the midweek runs is to hold events as cheaply as possible in order for people to be able to build their numbers or simply to help people achieve their own goals at an affordable price.
- Families
- Beginner-friendly
- Event village
- All ages
- Trail run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- + 3 more races
- Sun 5 Jul 2026
- £16-£35
Will Run For Ice Cream
The Will Run for Ice Cream 2026 is a run that you don't want to miss, for one the medal will be incredible and two, you can of course 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
- Sat 11 - Sun 12 Jul 2026
- £90-£275
Race to the Stones
Conquer Britain's oldest trail, the ancient Ridgeway, as you race towards the 5000-year-old Avebury Standing Stones.
- Families
- Recycling
- Beginner-friendly
- Event village
- Rural
- Sustainability policy
- Public transport links
- Age 18 & over
- 50K ultra run 2
- 100K ultra run 3
- Sat 11 Jul 2026
- £16-£35
Ooops I Ran It Again
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
- Fri 24 Jul 2026
- £16-£27
Midweek Medal Madness Run July
The aim of the midweek runs is to hold events as cheaply as possible in order for people to be able to build their numbers or simply to help people achieve their own goals at an affordable price.
- Families
- Beginner-friendly
- Event village
- All ages
- Trail run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- + 3 more races
- Fri 7 Aug 2026
- £16-£27
Midweek Chasing Numbers Aug
The aim of the midweek runs is to hold events as cheaply as possible in order for people to be able to build their numbers or simply to help people achieve their own goals at an affordable price.
- Families
- Beginner-friendly
- Event village
- All ages
- Trail run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- + 3 more races
- Sun 9 Aug 2026
- £7-£25
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
- Sun 9 Aug 2026
- £16-£35
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
- Fri 14 Aug 2026
- £16-£27
Midweek Medal Madness Run August
The aim of the midweek runs is to hold events as cheaply as possible in order for people to be able to build their numbers or simply to help people achieve their own goals at an affordable price.
- Families
- Beginner-friendly
- Event village
- All ages
- Trail run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- + 3 more races
- Sun 16 Aug 2026
- £18-£25
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
- Fri 11 - Sun 13 Sep 2026
- £39-£199
Thames Path Ultra Challenge
England’s greatest river provides a fantastic backdrop for an unforgettable 'festival' challenge weekend, with distances from 10km right up to 100km there’s a Thames Challenge for everyone!
- Families
- Beginner-friendly
- Entertainment
- Music
- Event village
- Urban
- Rural
- Age 14 & over
- 100K ultra run 2
- 50K ultra run 2
- Trail run 4
- Ultra run
- 10K run
- + 4 more races
- Sat 12 Sep 2026
- £33-£62
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
- Sun 13 Sep 2026
- £29-£33
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
- Sun 27 Sep 2026
- £0.50-£48
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
- Half marathon
- Fun run
- Sun 27 Sep 2026
- £5-£27
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
- Sun 4 Oct 2026
- £23-£30
- Early bird
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
- Sat 10 Oct 2026
- £24.90-£28
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
- Sun 11 Oct 2026
- £15-£117
- 7 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!
- 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
- Sun 18 Oct 2026
- £45-£53
- 2 charities
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.
- Families
- Trees not tees
- Venue accessible
- Beginner-friendly
- Entertainment
- Chip timing
- Enter online
- Flat
- PB
- Traffic free
- Fancy dress
- Event village
- Urban
- Coast
- Sustainability policy
- Public transport links
- Age 16 & over
- 10 miles road running
- Sun 25 Oct 2026
- £37.50-£39.50
Wight Lines
Enjoy stunning coastal views on this flexible-distance run at Milford on Sea, following an out-and-back route beside Sturt Pond and the Isle of Wight — perfect for all abilities.
- Beginner-friendly
- Enter online
- Flat
- Event village
- Coast
- Public transport links
- Age 18 & over
- 7 hrs trail running
- Sun 1 Nov 2026
- £7-£47
Wendover Woods Marathon, Half Marathon & 10K
Come and conquer the Wendover Woods hills in this scenic Autumnal challenge and discover the joy of trail running with this majestic race with the forest is shrouded in colours.
- Families
- Recycling
- Beginner-friendly
- Plastic bottle free
- Event village
- Rural
- Sustainability policy
- Public transport links
- All ages
- Fun run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- Sun 8 Nov 2026
- £24-£38
Remembrance Day Run | South
Your chance to remember those who have given the ultimate sacrifice during conflicts around the world, with a two-minute silence and a run of your choice from 3K to ultra.
- Families
- Beginner-friendly
- Event village
- All ages
- Trail run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- + 3 more races