The United Kingdom

The United Kingdom

Craggy rocks, dense forests, sweeping coastline and rolling green countryside - the UK is a haven for exploring the great outdoors.

Events in the UK

Explore thousands of outdoor events

Join a renowned multi-day backpacking adventure through the iconic Lake District. You'll see everything from Scafell Pike - its highest mountain, to Wastwater - its deepest lake.
  • Wed 2 - Sun 6 Jul
  • £79-£449
Penrith, Cumbria, UK

HIGHLANDER Lake District

Join a renowned multi-day backpacking adventure through the iconic Lake District. You'll see everything from Scafell Pike - its highest mountain, to Wastwater - its deepest lake.

  • Walking festival 4
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Jurassic Coast Mighty Hike - where you'll see famous sights of Dorset including Corfe Castle and Old Harry Rocks to support people living with cancer.
  • Sat 5 Jul
  • £20-£25
Wareham, Dorset, UK

Mighty Hikes | Jurassic Coast

Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Jurassic Coast Mighty Hike - where you'll see famous sights of Dorset including Corfe Castle and Old Harry Rocks to support people living with cancer.

  • Hike 2
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Gower Peninsula Mighty Hike - explore the dramatic coastline with incredible views over Rhossili Bay and Worms Head to support people living with cancer.
  • Sat 5 Jul
  • £20-£25
Swansea, West Glamorgan, UK

Mighty Hikes | Gower Peninsula

Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Gower Peninsula Mighty Hike - explore the dramatic coastline with incredible views over Rhossili Bay and Worms Head to support people living with cancer.

  • Hike 2
Hike along the peaceful canal towpath across the River Usk into the majestic mountains and enjoy views of Bannau Brycheiniog (the Brecon Beacons) to help beat cancer step by step.
  • Sat 5 Jul
  • £20-£25
Brecon, Powys, UK

Big Hike | Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons)

Hike along the peaceful canal towpath across the River Usk into the majestic mountains and enjoy views of Bannau Brycheiniog (the Brecon Beacons) to help beat cancer step by step.

  • Hike 3
Complete your own Odyssey on a journey of self-discovery in the Cambridgeshire countryside featuring a swim in the River Ouse, a scenic ride and a run around the beautiful town of St Neots.
  • Sat 5 Jul
  • £155-£295
St. Neots, Cambridgeshire, UK

ATW Odyssey Triathlon

Complete your own Odyssey on a journey of self-discovery in the Cambridgeshire countryside featuring a swim in the River Ouse, a scenic ride and a run around the beautiful town of St Neots.

  • Ironman
  • Half Ironman
One of the most technically difficult Tough Mudder events where all obstacles are scaled-up, with surprises, extra muddy terrain, killer hills and scenic views of Belvoir Castle too.
  • Sat 5 Jul
  • £125-£130
Grantham, Leicestershire, UK

Tough Mudder Midlands | 15K - Saturday

One of the most technically difficult Tough Mudder events where all obstacles are scaled-up, with surprises, extra muddy terrain, killer hills and scenic views of Belvoir Castle too.

  • 15 km multi terrain running
Join hundreds of other swimmers and take on an epic 1.4 mile open water swim from Boscombe Pier to Bournemouth Pier. With every stroke, you’ll be powering lifesaving research.
  • Sat 5 Jul
  • £50
Bournemouth, Dorset, UK

Bournemouth Pier to Pier Swim

Join hundreds of other swimmers and take on an epic 1.4 mile open water swim from Boscombe Pier to Bournemouth Pier. With every stroke, you’ll be powering lifesaving research.

  • 1.4 miles sea swimming
One of the most technically difficult Tough Mudder events where all obstacles are scaled-up, with surprises, extra muddy terrain, killer hills and scenic views of Belvoir Castle too.
  • Sat 5 Jul
  • £104
Grantham, Leicestershire, UK

Tough Mudder Midlands | 5K - Saturday

One of the most technically difficult Tough Mudder events where all obstacles are scaled-up, with surprises, extra muddy terrain, killer hills and scenic views of Belvoir Castle too.

  • 5 km multi terrain running
One of the most technically difficult Tough Mudder events where all obstacles are scaled-up, with surprises, extra muddy terrain, killer hills and scenic views of Belvoir Castle too.
  • Sun 6 Jul
  • £120-£125
Grantham, Leicestershire, UK

Tough Mudder Midlands | 15K - Sunday

One of the most technically difficult Tough Mudder events where all obstacles are scaled-up, with surprises, extra muddy terrain, killer hills and scenic views of Belvoir Castle too.

  • 15 km multi terrain running
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This 10K transforms ordinary people into local heroes along a city centre route that shares the same iconic start line as it's famous big sister. Expect a party atmosphere and some brilliant bling!
  • Sun 6 Jul
  • £35-£37
  • Entries close soon
Newcastle, Tyne and Wear, UK

Great North 10K

This 10K transforms ordinary people into local heroes along a city centre route that shares the same iconic start line as it's famous big sister. Expect a party atmosphere and some brilliant bling!

  • 10 km road running
One of the most technically difficult Tough Mudder events where all obstacles are scaled-up, with surprises, extra muddy terrain, killer hills and scenic views of Belvoir Castle too.
  • Sun 6 Jul
  • £104
Grantham, Leicestershire, UK

Tough Mudder Midlands | 5K - Sunday

One of the most technically difficult Tough Mudder events where all obstacles are scaled-up, with surprises, extra muddy terrain, killer hills and scenic views of Belvoir Castle too.

  • 5 km multi terrain running
Welcome to the XTERRA Snowdonia Trail Marathon Eryri, a stunning Trail Marathon, Ultra Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, and 24hr event starting and finishing in Wales' outdoor capital, Llanberis.
  • Sat 12 - Sun 13 Jul
  • £31.99-£251.99
Caernarfon, Gwynedd, UK

XTERRA Snowdonia Trail Marathon Eryri Events

Welcome to the XTERRA Snowdonia Trail Marathon Eryri, a stunning Trail Marathon, Ultra Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, and 24hr event starting and finishing in Wales' outdoor capital, Llanberis.

  • 10K run
  • Half marathon
  • Marathon
  • Ultra run 2
Hike through the rolling hills and picturesque villages of the Cotswolds. Walk right past Broadway Tower and take in stunning views from Dover’s Hill to help beat cancer step by step.
  • Sat 12 Jul
  • £20-£25
Moreton-in-Marsh, Gloucestershire, UK

Big Hike | Cotswolds

Hike through the rolling hills and picturesque villages of the Cotswolds. Walk right past Broadway Tower and take in stunning views from Dover’s Hill to help beat cancer step by step.

  • Hike 3
A fabulous challenge setting out from Guildford base camp on a looped route taking in some of the best of the Surrey hills, the North Downs Way, and the surrounding countryside.
  • Sat 12 Jul
  • £39-£139
Guildford, Surrey, UK

North Downs 50 Ultra Challenge

A fabulous challenge setting out from Guildford base camp on a looped route taking in some of the best of the Surrey hills, the North Downs Way, and the surrounding countryside.

  • 50K ultra run
  • Trail run 2
  • 10K run
A family-friendly event in partnership with the Brownlee Foundation, for triathletes of all skill levels including a Sprint, Standard, Middle distance tri, Swims, Aquabike, Relay and Juniors.
  • Sat 12 - Sun 13 Jul
  • £20-£95
Ripon, North Yorkshire, UK

Ripon Triathlon Festival

A family-friendly event in partnership with the Brownlee Foundation, for triathletes of all skill levels including a Sprint, Standard, Middle distance tri, Swims, Aquabike, Relay and Juniors.

  • Lake swim 4
  • Sprint triathlon
  • Sprint aquabike
  • Standard aquabike
  • Olympic triathlon
  • + 5 more races
Welcome to the stunning Sherwood Pines for an incredible day of running in the forest - whether it's your first event, you're going for a PB or if you just want a day in the forest with friends!
  • Sun 13 Jul
  • £39.95-£49.95
Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, UK

Rasselbock Marathon and Half Marathon

Welcome to the stunning Sherwood Pines for an incredible day of running in the forest - whether it's your first event, you're going for a PB or if you just want a day in the forest with friends!

  • Half marathon
  • Marathon
  • Trail run
The most iconic capital city 10K! Live bands, DJs and cheering crowds on a closed road route past Westminster Bridge, The London Eye, Regent Street and Big Ben.
  • Sun 13 Jul
  • £58-£120
London, UK

Saucony London 10K

The most iconic capital city 10K! Live bands, DJs and cheering crowds on a closed road route past Westminster Bridge, The London Eye, Regent Street and Big Ben.

  • 10 km road running
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Peak District Mighty Hike - where you'll trek through the UK's oldest National Park to support people living with cancer.
  • Sat 19 Jul
  • £20-£25
Bakewell, Derbyshire, UK

Mighty Hikes | Peak District

Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Peak District Mighty Hike - where you'll trek through the UK's oldest National Park to support people living with cancer.

  • Hike 2
A jewel in the castle crown! Get active in the beautiful grounds and surrounding area of stunning Leicestershire in the discipline of your choice! Celebrate in the festival village afterwards.
  • Sat 19 - Sun 20 Jul
  • £35-£295
Grantham, Leicestershire, UK

Belvoir Castle Triathlon and Multisport Festival

A jewel in the castle crown! Get active in the beautiful grounds and surrounding area of stunning Leicestershire in the discipline of your choice! Celebrate in the festival village afterwards.

  • Kids triathlon 4
  • Super sprint triathlon
  • Sprint triathlon 2
  • Olympic triathlon
  • Half Ironman
  • + 14 more races
  • Sun 6 Jul
  • £70-£129
Braunton, Devon, UK

Croyde Ocean Triathlon

Top 21 must-do triathlon challenges! Based at the beautiful, award-winning Putsborough Sands and sold out again last year, this triathlon takes in some of the South West’s most stunning scenery.

  • Sprint triathlon
  • Olympic triathlon