Road and trail runs in 2025
Nice Work's events are known for their inclusive atmosphere, welcoming runners of all levels. They often feature picturesque routes through parks, forests, and historic locations and collaborate with local communities and running clubs to host events throughout the year. Their events include:
- Road races - everything from 5K to marathon
- Trail runs - events in scenic locations like Bedgebury Forest, Cannock Chase and Sherwood Pines
- Themed events - festive races at Christmas and location-specific events such as the Rye Ancient Trails
- Longer distance events such as the Brett Lydd 20 Mile and Oundle 20 Mile
- Multi-day events including the Tissington Trail Half Marathon and Monsal Trail Half Marathon weekends
Browse the events below to find your perfect event!
Nice Work events in 2025/2026
Road and trail runs in 2025/2026.
- Sun 4 Jan
- £19-£24
Oundle New Year 10K & 5K
Kick start your New Year resolutions with this popular New Year race which is returning to the historic town of Oundle! Enjoy the beautiful Northamptonshire countryside and the crisp winter air.
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Sun 18 Jan
- £7-£25
Sherwood New Year 10K, 5K & Junior Run
Get ready, set... and race! Take to the trail on this iconic course through Sherwood Forest and get your New Year off to a flying start.
- Fun run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Sat 24 Jan
- £29-£38
Tissington Trail January Half Marathon & 10K | Saturday
A breathtaking, traffic-free half marathon and 10km race along the Tissington Trail with spellbinding views of the rolling Derbyshire Dales and a spectacular downhill finish.
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Sun 25 Jan
- £29-£38
Tissington Trail January Half Marathon & 10K | Sunday
A breathtaking half marathon and 10K, racing along the Tissington Trail with spellbinding views of the rolling Derbyshire Dales.
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Sun 1 Feb
- £7-£29
Bedgebury Forest 10 and 5 Mile
A superb and stunning race using the trails that twist and turn beneath the majestic forest canopy of Bedgebury National Forest. With a brand new junior race offering, it's one for the family too!
- Fun run
- Trail run
- 10 miler
- Sun 8 Feb
- £23-£33
Cannock Chase Forest 20, 15, 10 & 5 Mile
Join this spellbinding trail race through dappled sunlight at Cannock Chase Forest. And, with two additional distances to choose from... It's going to be a corker!
- Trail run 3
- 10 miler
- Sun 1 Mar
- £19-£33
Oundle 20 Mile, 10K & 5K
The historic market town of Oundle is home to the Oundle 20 mile, 10K and 5K - where road racing perfection is everything that you hoped for and more!
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Road run
- Sun 15 Mar
- £7-£34
Sherwood Pines 20 Mile, Half Marathon & 10K
Experience the thrill of racing through Sherwood Forest’s iconic canopy. This is a scenic, family-friendly event with distances for all.
- Fun run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Multi-terrain run
- Sun 22 Mar
- £7-£39
Hastings Half Marathon
This is the race you'll want to keep racing, year after year. Explore the delights of the Hastings Half Marathon as it twists and turns through the historic town of Hastings and beyond.
- Fun run
- Half marathon
- Sat 28 Mar
- £28-£36
Monsal Trail March Half Marathon & 10K | Saturday
Take to one of the most iconic trails in the Peak District for stunning and traffic-free racing joy on a former Midland railway line taking you through four tunnels and across the spectacular viaduct!
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Sun 29 Mar
- £31-£33
Brett Lydd Half Marathon & 20 Mile
A delectable racing experience perfect for those planning a spring marathon, over a pancake flat course using the wide, quiet country lanes surrounding the marsh town of Lydd in Kent.
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- Sun 29 Mar
- £28-£36
Monsal Trail March Half Marathon & 10K | Sunday
Take to one of the most iconic trails in the Peak District for stunning and traffic-free racing joy on a former Midland railway line taking you through four tunnels and across the spectacular viaduct!
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Sun 5 Apr
- £7-£32
Chasewater Easter Egg Challenge
Treat yourself to these Easter races around the beautiful Chasewater Reservoir! With a range of races on offer, there's something for everyone!
- Fun run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Multi-terrain run 2
- Mon 6 Apr
- £7-£27
London Easter 10K
Take to the tarmac and join us in London's beautiful Regent's Park for a spectacular Easter celebration race that never fails to disappoint! Did we mention that you get to race past London Zoo...?
- Fun run 2
- 10K run
- Sun 19 Apr
- £31-£39
Kent Spring Marathon & Half Marathon
A superbly crafted spring marathon and half through some of Kent's prettiest countryside for your racing pleasure... Will you accept the challenge?
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- Sun 26 Apr
- £38-£42
Tissington Trail Marathon & Half Marathon
Come and join this slice of racing joy through the picturesque Derbyshire countryside. With a slightly downhill second half - you've got gravity on your side and a truly beautiful route.
- Marathon
- Half marathon
- Sat 2 - Mon 4 May
- £6-£69
Mid Sussex Marathon Weekend
Be part of the action! The Mid Sussex Marathon Weekend returns for it’s 15th year in 2026. This unique sell-out Bank Holiday weekend event has something for everyone.
- 10 miler 2
- 10K run
- Marathon 2
- Fun run 6
- Multi-terrain run
- Sun 17 May
- £24-£28
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.
- Road run
- 10 miler
- Sun 14 Jun
- £7-£32
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.
- Fun run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Sun 14 Jun
- £26-£28
The High Easter 10K
A cracking countryside 10K bursting with heart and community spirit in the picturesque little village of High Easter with a cash reward for beating the course record!
- 10 km road running + 98 ft ascent
- Sun 5 Jul
- £26-£32
Cannock Chase Forest Half Marathon & 10K
Join the early summer racing joy and race between the trees at Cannock Chase Forest! It's time to treat yourself!
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Sun 9 Aug
- £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.
- Fun run
- 10K run
- Sun 16 Aug
- £7-£33
Clacton Half Marathon & 10K
It's the crash of waves and the sea-salt that lingers in the cool coastal air. It's your moment to fly along the promenade in this cracking 10K or half marathon. It's a seaside racing extravaganza!
- Fun run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Sun 13 Sep
- £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.
- Multi-terrain run 2
- Sat 19 - Sun 20 Sep
- £38
Tissington Trail Half Marathon Weekend
A breathtaking half marathon racing down the length of the old disused railway with huge views of the Derbyshire Dales.
- Half marathon 2
- Sun 27 Sep
- £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.
- Fun run
- Half marathon
- Sun 11 Oct
- £36-£69
Chelmsford Marathon & Half Marathon
Don't miss out on one of the biggest running events in Essex; it's something special! Join runners as they go race, run, jog, and walk through Central Park and into the Essex countryside.
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- Sat 24 Oct
- £28-£36
Monsal Trail October Half Marathon & 10K | Saturday
Take to one of the most iconic trails in the Peak District for stunning and traffic-free racing joy on a former Midland railway line taking you through four tunnels and across the spectacular viaduct!
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Sun 25 Oct
- £28-£36
Monsal Trail October Half Marathon & 10K | Sunday
Take to one of the most iconic trails in the Peak District for stunning and traffic-free racing joy on a former Midland railway line taking you through four tunnels and across the spectacular viaduct!
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Sun 1 Nov
- £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.
- Fun run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- Sun 8 Nov
- £7-£27
Regents Park 10K & Fun Runs
A speedy 10K, Junior Run or Fun Run in the crisp autumnal air and through London's most iconic Royal Park.
- Fun run 2
- 10K run