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- Sun 9 Aug
- £15-£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!
- Road run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- + 3 more races
- Sun 9 Aug
- £50-£55
Durty Trail Weekender | 50K Hills & Horizons
A challenging 50K across mixed terrain, with sustained climbs, long miles, and expansive views across the Borders, built for experienced runners chasing a true ultra test.
- 50 km trail running + 1585 m ascent
- Fri 14 Aug
- £15-£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.
- Trail run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- + 3 more races
- Sat 15 Aug
- £15-£35
I'm Not Throwing Away My Shot Run
If you're a fan of the musical Hamilton, then this is the run for you! This is an amazing Hamilton-inspired event with an incredible themed medal too.
- Trail run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- + 3 more races
- Sat 15 Aug
- £54-£56
Sir Titus Summer Trot | Ultra Marathon
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.
- 50 km trail running
- Sat 15 Aug
- £68-£70
Run to the Castle Ultra | Ultra
Take on a stunning ultra journey along the Welsh coastline, finishing in style at a historic castle. It's an unforgettable challenge packed with scenery, heritage, and adventure.
- 42 miles multi terrain running + 2931 ft ascent
- Fri 21 Aug
- £15-£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.
- Trail run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- + 3 more races
- Sat 22 Aug
- £14-£34
Great British Bake Run | Wales
Who doesn't like cake?! The Great British Bake Run is back for another year with a totally unique baking competition with prizes on the day too!
- Road run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- + 3 more races
- Sat 22 Aug
- £33-£38
The Lucky Clover | Ultra Marathon
Your race, your pace, your distance! Ultra runners will explore The Clover Route which is on road and receive a special bespoke medal too.
- 7 hrs road running
- Sun 30 Aug
- £15-£29
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!
- Trail run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- + 3 more races
- Sat 5 Sep
- £15-£82
Heights Ultra Trail
Now in its fifth year, this trail festival champions Yorkshire’s rugged beauty, inspiring runners to get active, explore lesser-known landscapes and take on a true trail ultra challenge.
- Fun run 2
- 10K run
- Ultra run 2
- 50K ultra run
- Sat 5 - Sun 6 Sep
- £89-£199
South Coast Ultra Challenge
The South Downs National Park is a superb backdrop for a real challenge featuring Beachy Head, the Seven Sisters and the South Downs Way with a choice of distances from 25km right up to 100km!
- 100K ultra run 2
- Ultra run 2
- Trail run
- Sat 5 - Sun 6 Sep
- £40-£235
Ultra X I Feel Slovenia
Ultra X I Feel Slovenia is an ultramarathon event that takes place in western Slovenia, nestled between the towering Julian Alps to the north and the Adriatic coast to the south.
- Ultra run 4
- Multi-terrain run 2
- Sat 5 Sep
- £45
Jurassic Coast Ultra Run
Starting and finishing by the beach of Studland Bay, this challenging and hilly 30 mile guided ultra run will take you on a wonderful tour of the Jurassic Coast and Isle of Purbeck.
- 30 miles trail running
- Sun 6 Sep
- £33-£38
FEAR (Forget Everything And Run) | Ultra Marathon
Run as far as you can during the 4 or 6-hour event through Brandon Country Park in the very heart of Thetford Forest on a multi-terrain loop. Run, rest, then head out for more.
- 6 hrs multi terrain running
- Fri 11 - Sun 13 Sep
- £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!
- 100K ultra run 2
- 50K ultra run 2
- Trail run 4
- Charity walk 4
- Ultra run
- + 1 more race
- Sat 12 - Sun 13 Sep
- FREE-£270
Ultra X England
From rolling hills to woodland paths, this is an opportunity to test endurance, build trail confidence and enjoy a professionally supported experience designed for runners and walkers alike.
- Ultra run 4
- 50K ultra run
- Multi-terrain run 2
- Sat 12 Sep
- £25-£27
Leeds Country Way In A Day 100K
The Leeds Country Way In a Day 100km is a full circumnavigation of the city of Leeds via the local LCW footpaths.
- 100K ultra run 2
- Sat 12 Sep
- £80-£120
Thetford Back Yard Ultra Festival
Push your limits in this late-summer Thetford Backyard Ultra — run 4.167 miles every hour, on the hour, until only one runner remains standing.
- Fixed time runs 2
- Ultra run
- Sat 12 Sep
- £60-£62
Bewl Water Autumn | Ultra
Scenic mixed-terrain route around Bewl Water on undulating rural wooded trails and quiet country lanes. The marathon course was previously rated one of the top UK marathons.
- 50 km trail running + 1500 ft ascent
- Fri 18 - Sat 19 Sep
- £61-£99
Peak District Challenge
Trek or run through the Peak District on a distance of your choice from 25K to 100 miles with full safety support, food, drinks and a delicious stew supper! Navigate your way or join a guided group.
- Trail run 2
- 100K ultra run
- 100 mile ultra run
- 50K ultra run
- Sat 19 Sep
- £15-£60
Salmon Run
An ultra 43-mile and team relay with opportunities for runners of all speeds on one day, empathising with the challenges faced by the endangered Exe Atlantic river salmon as they go upstream to spawn!
- 5K run
- Ultra run
- Multi-terrain run
- Sat 19 Sep
- £54-£56
Oktoberfest | Ultra Marathon
Get your Oompah vibe on and enjoy a trip up the Leeds and Liverpool Canal. An ultra marathon to warm the depths of your heart along the flat, even towpath - this event is perfect for all abilities.
- 33 miles trail running + 243 ft ascent
- Sat 19 Sep
- £33-£38
The Lucky Horseshoe | Ultra Marathon
Your race, your pace, your distance! Utilising the Gallops route at the amazing Suffolk Running Centre which takes you through to Newmarket so you may get to see the race horses in training!
- 7 hrs trail running + 1260 ft ascent
- Sun 20 Sep
- £37.50-£39.50
Something to Talk About
Set in the heart of the beautiful New Forest, with a Grade I listed 'calendar' manor house as the backdrop, this is a technical trail loop suitable for all abilities.
- 7 hrs trail running + 404 ft ascent