West Midlands

West Midlands

From the city streets of Birmingham to the rolling Malvern Hills, explore the West Midlands!

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Explore the West Midlands

Stretching from the urban sprawl of Birmingham to the wild Welsh border, the West Midlands encompasses a huge variety of landscapes and scenery. Use this page to discover more events, clubs and adventures in the West Midlands.

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Adventures in the West Midlands

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The Offa’s Dyke 8th Century ancient monument stretches the length of the Welsh-English border. Hike the mid section from Hay-on-Wye to Welshpool through ancient woodland and picturesque towns.
  • 6 nights from £885
Hereford, Powys, UK

Offa's Dyke Path Walking Holiday | Mid

The Offa’s Dyke 8th Century ancient monument stretches the length of the Welsh-English border. Hike the mid section from Hay-on-Wye to Welshpool through ancient woodland and picturesque towns.

  • 5 days hiking

Spring events in the West Midlands

From Chase the Sun Coventry to the Rocky Horror Picture Show Tribute Run in Shrewsbury. Get local events dropping into your inbox with our newsletter!

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On 30th March, as the sun sets, walk together and shine a light on blood cancer. Sign up today to walk 2.5km or 5km with your family and friends in Cannon Hill Park.
  • Sat 30 Mar
  • £5
Birmingham, West Midlands, UK

Walk of Light Birmingham

On 30th March, as the sun sets, walk together and shine a light on blood cancer. Sign up today to walk 2.5km or 5km with your family and friends in Cannon Hill Park.

  • Charity walk 2
Join Macmillan Cancer Support for a 10km or 2.5km walk to support people living with cancer. A fundraising event where you set the pace, and everyone's invited.
  • Sat 27 Apr
  • FREE-£10
Birmingham, West Midlands, UK

Birmingham Walk to Support

Join Macmillan Cancer Support for a 10km or 2.5km walk to support people living with cancer. A fundraising event where you set the pace, and everyone's invited.

  • Charity walk 2
Enjoy an unbeatable Welsh sporting welcome at one of Wales' biggest weekends of running! Experience one of the UK's flattest marathons or one of the fast and fun supporting races.
  • Sun 28 Apr
  • £2-£52
Newport, Newport, UK

ABP Newport Marathon Festival

Enjoy an unbeatable Welsh sporting welcome at one of Wales' biggest weekends of running! Experience one of the UK's flattest marathons or one of the fast and fun supporting races.

  • Marathon
  • Half marathon
  • 10K run
  • Fun run 3
Following a triumphant return to the events calendar the much-loved Coventry Half Marathon is back on historic city centre streets and out towards Shakespeare’s county.
  • Sun 28 Apr
  • £30.50-£42.50
Coventry, West Midlands, UK

Coventry Half Marathon

Following a triumphant return to the events calendar the much-loved Coventry Half Marathon is back on historic city centre streets and out towards Shakespeare’s county.

  • 13.1 miles road running
Take on a thrilling run at the Midlands' biggest and best running event! Thousands of Brummies pound the streets every year, from the heart of the city with an incredible atmosphere all the way.
  • Sun 5 May
  • £31-£41
Birmingham, West Midlands, UK

Great Birmingham Run

Take on a thrilling run at the Midlands' biggest and best running event! Thousands of Brummies pound the streets every year, from the heart of the city with an incredible atmosphere all the way.

  • Half marathon
  • 10K run
Who said grown-ups should have all the fun? These events see the younger Brummie runners tackle a supercharged run in the city centre with a carnival atmosphere to get athletes off to a flying start.
  • Sun 5 May
  • £14
Birmingham, West Midlands, UK

Junior & Mini Great Birmingham Run

Who said grown-ups should have all the fun? These events see the younger Brummie runners tackle a supercharged run in the city centre with a carnival atmosphere to get athletes off to a flying start.

  • Fun run 2
Take on a day challenge to walk the length of the iconic Malvern Hills for WellChild - along the ridge, over all the hill summits and through ancient woodland to return for your well-earned medal.
  • Sun 26 May
  • £10-£30
Ledbury, Worcestershire, UK

The Malvern Hills End to End Challenge

Take on a day challenge to walk the length of the iconic Malvern Hills for WellChild - along the ridge, over all the hill summits and through ancient woodland to return for your well-earned medal.

  • 11 miles hiking
  • Sat 23 Mar
  • £35-£47
Telford, Shropshire, UK

The Silkin Way

A mad dash across Telford and back, taking in the Gorge.

  • Half marathon
  • 50K ultra run
  • Sat 23 Mar
  • £12-£50
Birmingham, West Midlands, UK

The Chocolate 5K

Don’t be a flake… sign up today for Birmingham’s tastiest fun run! 🍫

  • 5 km road running
  • Sun 24 Mar
  • £25-£27.50
Solihull, Warwickshire, UK

Wolf Run Trails

New For 2024 - Introducing Trails

  • 5K run
  • 10K run
  • Sun 24 Mar
  • £25
Wythall, Worcestershire, UK

Medi March Hare Sportive

Take on a 68k ride through the Worcestershire countryside, starting and finishing in Wythall, just outside of Birmingham.

  • 68 km road cycling
  • Sun 24 Mar
  • £35
Wythall, Worcestershire, UK

Mad March Hare Sportive

Cycle through the West Midlands' villages and tackle some challenging hill climbs on this 112k ride with Mad Hare.

  • 112 km road cycling
  • Sun 24 Mar
  • FREE
Bridgnorth, Shropshire, UK

Trust 10 Trail Run in Comer Woods

The Trust 10 is a monthly, 10k trail run that gives you the opportunity to explore the wider Dudmaston estate.

  • 10 km trail running
  • Sun 24 Mar
  • £28
Wolverhampton, West Midlands, UK

Wolverhampton 10K

Join RunThrough Events for the return of the Wolverhampton 10K in support of Compton Care!

  • 10 km road running
  • Sun 24 Mar
  • £45
Newport, Gwent, UK

NEWTCracker Triathlon

The NEWTCracker is designed to be a fun, friendly and relaxed event, providing a reasonably price entry level racing for all local athletes...

  • 400 m pool swimming
  • 25 km road cycling
  • 5 km road running
  • Sun 24 Mar
  • £27-£35
Telford, Shropshire, UK

Ironbridge Half Marathon

Telford Harriers are very proud to bring you the Ironbridge Half Marathon.

  • 13.1 miles road running

Summer events in the West Midlands

Make the most of the good weather with these events in the West Midlands. Sign up to our newsletter for offers and updates!

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MS Walk is coming to Birmingham! Take in some of the city's finest views and iconic landmarks along the way. Sign up today and walk, roll or stroll to stop MS.
  • Sat 1 Jun
  • FREE-£15
Birmingham, West Midlands, UK

MS Walk Birmingham | 1K

MS Walk is coming to Birmingham! Take in some of the city's finest views and iconic landmarks along the way. Sign up today and walk, roll or stroll to stop MS.

  • 1 km
MS Walk is coming to Birmingham! Take in some of the city's finest views and iconic landmarks along the way. Sign up today and walk, roll or stroll to stop MS.
  • Sat 1 Jun
  • FREE-£15
Birmingham, West Midlands, UK

MS Walk Birmingham | 5K

MS Walk is coming to Birmingham! Take in some of the city's finest views and iconic landmarks along the way. Sign up today and walk, roll or stroll to stop MS.

  • 5 km
MS Walk is coming to Birmingham! Take in some of the city's finest views and iconic landmarks along the way. Sign up today and walk, roll or stroll to stop MS.
  • Sat 1 Jun
  • FREE-£15
Birmingham, West Midlands, UK

MS Walk Birmingham | 10K

MS Walk is coming to Birmingham! Take in some of the city's finest views and iconic landmarks along the way. Sign up today and walk, roll or stroll to stop MS.

  • 10 km
A new, multi-distance, supported day of running and moving around the spectacular Cannock Chase Forest for all abilities, speeds and experiences with beautiful surroundings and a great medal!
  • Sat 22 Jun
  • £18-£82
Rugeley, Staffordshire, UK

TrailFest | Cannock Chase Forest

A new, multi-distance, supported day of running and moving around the spectacular Cannock Chase Forest for all abilities, speeds and experiences with beautiful surroundings and a great medal!

  • 10K run
  • Half marathon
  • Marathon
  • 50K ultra run
  • Ultra run
  • Sat 1 Jun
  • £6
Tysoe, Warwickshire, UK

Tysoe Windmill Run | 5K Fun Run

Get involved in one of the most picturesque 10km runs of the year.

  • 5 km trail running
  • Sat 1 Jun
  • £6
Tysoe, Warwickshire, UK

Tysoe Windmill Run | 5K Walk

Get involved in one of the most picturesque 10km runs of the year.

  • 5 km
  • Sat 1 Jun
  • £20
Tysoe, Warwickshire, UK

Tysoe Windmill Run | 10K Race

Get involved in one of the most picturesque 10km runs of the year.

  • 10 km trail running
  • Sun 2 Jun
  • £30
Newport, Shropshire, UK

Poppy Ride | Shropshire

First time event riders or sportive enthusiasts can take on this fully supported Poppy Ride alongside veterans through picturesque countryside on a ride not to be missed.

  • Short sportive
  • Medium sportive
  • Long sportive
  • Sun 2 Jun
  • £30-£35
Leominster, Herefordshire, UK

Herefordshire Multi-Sport Festival

The Herefordshire Sports Festival presented by Hereford Triathlon Club.

  • Sprint triathlon
  • Sprint duathlon
  • Sprint aquabike
  • Sprint aquathlon
  • Sun 2 Jun
  • FREE
Lichfield, Staffordshire, UK

Ride Lichfield Sportive

Ride Lichfield sportive returns this year. Pick from 2 routes, pay what you want and help us raise money for Children with Cancer UK.

  • 100 km road cycling
  • Sun 2 Jun
  • £5-£10
Evesham, Worcestershire, UK

Ashton 5K Series - Race 3

The Ashton 5K road race series is designed for everyone.

  • 5 km road running
  • Sun 2 Jun
  • £9-£10
Leek, Staffordshire, UK

Passing Clouds Fell Race

Organised by Congleton Harriers

  • 15.7 km fell running
  • Sun 2 Jun
  • £16-£28
Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands, UK

Royal Sutton Fun Run

41st Royal Sutton Fun Run - Walk, Jog or Run. 8.5 Miles of Smiles

  • 8.5 miles road running
  • Wed 5 Jun
  • £23-£25
Hereford, Herefordshire, UK

Hereford Couriers 5K Series - Race 3

The Couriers are proud to bring to you our Spring 5k Series 2024.

  • 5 km road running
  • Wed 5 Jun
  • £15-£17
Shipston-on-Stour, Warwickshire, UK

Tempo Summer Midweek Series - Race 2

The Tempo Summer Midweek Series is officially open!!!

  • 4.6 miles trail running
  • Sat 8 Jun
  • £28-£40
Telford, Shropshire, UK

The Divorce Day Defib Fundraiser

Welcome to the best dressed race in town... Choice of 7 Miles, 14 Miles or Marathon distances

  • Trail run
  • Half marathon
  • Marathon

Autumn events in the West Midlands

Close out the event season with these runs, bike rides and triathlons. Subscribe to our newsletter to keep up to date with the latest offers and updates!

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10th Anniversary edition! Run along the River Severn and through the heart of this leafy city on closed roads as part of a full weekend of running featuring Paula Radcliffe's family event.
  • Sat 14 - Sun 15 Sep
  • £8-£45
Worcester, Worcestershire, UK

Worcester City Runs

10th Anniversary edition! Run along the River Severn and through the heart of this leafy city on closed roads as part of a full weekend of running featuring Paula Radcliffe's family event.

  • Fun run 3
  • 10K run
  • Half marathon
A fun 20km night walk with lights and glowsticks to mark World Mental Health Day, taking in the bright lights and iconic sights of Birmingham for Mental Health UK.
  • Sat 21 Sep
  • £10
Birmingham, West Midlands, UK

Glow Night Walk | Birmingham

A fun 20km night walk with lights and glowsticks to mark World Mental Health Day, taking in the bright lights and iconic sights of Birmingham for Mental Health UK.

  • 20 km
  • Sun 1 Sep
  • £25
Bromyard, Herefordshire, UK

Wye Valley Brewery Sportive | Half Pint

The Wye Valley Brewery Sportive is a fantastic adventure through the Malvern countryside from one of the best breweries in the West Midlands taking you along the most scenic routes.

  • 60 km road cycling
  • Sun 1 Sep
  • £37.50
Bromyard, Herefordshire, UK

Wye Valley Brewery Sportive | Full Pint

The Wye Valley Brewery Sportive is a fantastic adventure through the Malvern countryside from one of the best breweries in the West Midlands taking you along the most scenic routes.

  • 85 km road cycling
  • Sat 7 Sep
  • £20-£140
Alcester, Warwickshire, UK

Tough Mudder Birmingham

Brand new venue for 2024

  • Mud run
  • Obstacle race 2
  • Sun 8 Sep
  • £70-£145
Ellesmere, Shropshire, UK

Shropshire Triathlon

If you want to “Tri a Triathlon” or are an experienced Triathlete UK Triathlon has distances & challenges to suit you within this fun & friendly triathlon...

  • Sprint triathlon
  • Olympic triathlon
  • Half Ironman
  • Sat 14 Sep
  • £27.50-£37.50
Alcester, Warwickshire, UK

Purity Brewing Co Sportive

This sportive starts and finishes from one of the best and most innovative award winning breweries in the Midlands based on a farm just outside Alcester.

  • Sportive 2
  • Sat 14 - Sun 15 Sep
  • £27-£90
Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, UK

Autumn Wolf

Are you ready? Join For the 12th Anniversary

  • 5K run 2
  • 10K run 2
  • Fun run 2
  • Sun 15 Sep
  • £5-£32
Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands, UK

Birmingham Running Festival

RunThrough Events are back for our next Birmingham Running Festival in 2024 in support of Birmingham Hospice at the wonderful Sutton Park in Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham.

  • Fun run
  • 5K run
  • 10K run
  • Half marathon
  • Sat 21 Sep
  • £35-£50
Warwick, Warwickshire, UK

Warwick Sportive

End your 2024 sportive season with Ukvelo and enjoy cycling around warwick.

  • Short sportive
  • Medium sportive
  • Long sportive
  • Sat 28 - Sun 29 Sep
  • £40
Pershore, Worcestershire, UK

24hr Swim Relay: Watersedge

A unique, team endurance swimming challenge for all abilities

  • 24 hrs lake swimming
  • Sun 29 Sep
  • £26-£35
Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire, UK

Stratford's Big

Congratulations to all finishers of Stratford’s Big 10K and the first ever Stratford’s Big Half Marathon.

  • 10K run
  • Half marathon
  • Sun 6 Oct
  • £60-£70
Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire, UK

Warwickshire Triathlon

The Warwickshire Triathlon is a fun but challenging event set around the historic town of Stratford-upon-Avon.

  • Novice triathlon 2
  • Super sprint triathlon
  • Sprint triathlon
  • Sun 6 Oct
  • FREE-£27
Alcester, Warwickshire, UK

Alcester 10K

Alcester 10k is back for its tenth year in 2024!

  • Fun run
  • 10K run
  • Sat 12 Oct
  • FREE-£49
Rugeley, Staffordshire, UK

Cannock Chase Gravel X

As the leaves fall and the 2024 gravel season comes to an end, get involved in the beautiful Cannock Chase for this glorious 79km & 49km gravel sportive.

  • Gravel events 2
  • Sun 13 Oct
  • £18-£20
Shrewsbury, Shropshire, UK

Shrewsbury Junior and Super Sprint Duathlon

Have you got what it takes to take on Shrewsbury run-bike-run Duathlon?

  • Kids duathlon 4
  • Super sprint duathlon

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