Runs in UK in October 2026

• Sun 4 Oct 2026
• £35-£48

AJ Bell Great Scottish Run

With a city centre start and finish, this is a celebration of everything that is great about Glasgow: inspiring urban architecture, green spaces, history, music, strength, spirit and great people.

• Families
• Trees not tees
• Venue accessible
• Recycling
• Newcomers
• Entertainment
• Music
• Event village
• Urban
• Park
• Sustainability policy
• Age 15 & over

• 10K run
• Half marathon

• Sun 4 Oct 2026
• FREE-£33
• Early bird

ATW Welwyn Half Marathon & Fun Run

The popular Welwyn Half Marathon starts and finishes on the impressive 400m athletics track at Gosling Sports Park with an ideal, traffic-free, disused railway line in between.

Early bird on now

• Families
• Recycling
• Newcomers
• Event village
• Park
• Sustainability policy
• All ages

• Fun run
• Half marathon
• 10K run

• Sun 4 Oct 2026
• £10-£98
• 2 charities

Manchester Half Marathon

Round off your season with a flat, fast half on closed roads, roaring crowd support, and a well-earned chunky medal near Old Trafford.

• Trees not tees
• Venue accessible
• Recycling
• Entertainment
• Chip timing
• Flat
• PB
• Traffic free
• Fancy dress
• Event village
• Urban
• Sustainability policy
• Public transport links
• Age 17 & over

• 13.1 miles road running + 64 m ascent

• Sun 4 Oct 2026
• £34-£46
• Early bird

Lincoln Half Marathon

From the Lincolnshire Showground into the heart of the city, past the historic castle and cathedral, to cross the finish line to a roaring crowd, exclusive medal and finisher's goody bag!

Early bird on now

• Venue accessible
• Chip timing
• Enter online
• Undulating
• Traffic free
• Event village
• Urban
• Sustainability policy
• Age 17 & over

• 13.1 miles road running + 437 ft ascent

• Sun 4 Oct 2026
• £5-£60
• 11 charities

Oysho Cardiff Half

An iconic road race around Wales' capital offering a flat course from the castle to the marina and over the Cardiff Bay barrage!

• Families
• Carbon offset
• Venue accessible
• Recycling
• Entertainment
• Music
• Chip timing
• Flat
• PB
• Traffic free
• Fancy dress
• Event village
• Urban
• Coast
• Sustainability policy
• Public transport links
• Age 17 & over

• 13.1 miles road running + 81 m ascent

• 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

• Newcomers
• Chip timing
• Enter online
• Undulating
• Event village
• Rural
• Age 18 & over

• 26.2 miles road running + 350 m ascent

• Sat 10 - Sun 11 Oct 2026
• £13.50-£51.50

Run Bournemouth

Sun, sea and running as it should be! From kids’ dashes to a coastal half marathon, enjoy sun, sea and smiles at Bournemouth’s ultimate running festival.

• Families
• Venue accessible
• Recycling
• Newcomers
• Event village
• Event expo
• Urban
• Park
• Coast
• Sustainability policy
• Public transport links
• Age 3 & over

• Half marathon
• 10K run
• 5K run
• Fun run 3

• Sat 10 Oct 2026
• £70-£160

Lakes in a Day

On foot from the top of the Lake District to the bottom via the stunning Helvellyn Ridge and the western shoreline of Lake Windermere. Not easy but certainly spectacular, plus a new shorter option.

• Newcomers
• Plastic bottle free
• Event village
• Mountains
• Sustainability policy
• Age 18 & over

• Mountain marathon
• Trail run

• Sat 10 Oct 2026
• £10-£270
• Early bird

William Wallace Running Festival

"Follow in the Footsteps of Legends". Step onto Scotland’s most storied battlefields, where warriors once fought for freedom, and take on your own epic challenge. Are you ready to take the field?

Early bird on now

• Families
• Venue accessible
• Newcomers
• Music
• Event village
• Public transport links
• All ages

• Ultra run
• 50K ultra run
• 10K run
• Fun run

• Sat 10 Oct 2026
• £45-£140

The South Hams Ultra

The South Hams Ultra is a very scenic circumnavigation of South Hams in Devon over a choice of distances, which follows the brand new South Hams Way in South Devon.

• Newcomers
• Event village
• Age 18 & over

• Ultra run 2
• Marathon

• Sun 11 Oct 2026
• £19.90-£40

AEPG Great Eastern Run

Race through historic streets and vibrant crowds, chasing your personal best on a fast, flat course and experience electrifying support and unforgettable moments in this celebrated running challenge.

• Families
• Venue accessible
• Recycling
• Newcomers
• Entertainment
• Music
• Event village
• Urban
• Park
• Sustainability policy
• Public transport links
• Age 4 & over

• 5K run
• Half marathon

• Sun 11 Oct 2026
• £25-£35
• 4 charities

Royal Parks Half Marathon

Run through four of London’s most beautiful Royal Parks, past iconic landmarks and tree-lined avenues, on a stunning autumn route that combines city energy with natural splendour.

• Families
• Trees not tees
• Venue accessible
• Recycling
• Newcomers
• Plastic bottle free
• Entertainment
• Music
• Chip timing
• GPS tracking
• Flat
• PB
• Traffic free
• Fancy dress
• Event village
• Urban
• Park
• Sustainability policy
• Public transport links
• Age 17 & over

• 13.1 miles road running + 88 m ascent

• 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
• Newcomers
• 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

• Sat 17 Oct 2026
• £19-£22

Loggerheads Autumn Trails

Dash through vibrant autumn woodlands and rugged trails, conquering scenic hills and winding paths. xperience the thrill, camaraderie, and natural beauty of Loggerheads’ unforgettable trail challenge.

• Families
• Newcomers
• Dogs allowed at venue
• Event village
• Park
• Age 14 & over

• Trail run 2
• CaniCross

• Sun 18 Oct 2026
• £51.50

Brenig Way 50K Trail

This regional marked footpath of 32 miles winds it's way through some beautifully remote upland scenery. Start at the town of Corwen in the Dee Valley, and follow the signage up the Dee Valley.

• Newcomers
• Enter online
• GPS tracking
• Flat
• Event village
• Rural
• Age 18 & over

• 50 km trail running + 1450 m ascent

• Sun 18 Oct 2026
• £39

ASICS LDNX 10K

From the team behind the UK's largest 10K, this closed road run from Wembley Stadium for 12,000 runners finishes on the Olympic Way with an awesome spinning finisher medal and an after-party!

• Newcomers
• Entertainment
• Music
• Traffic free
• Event village
• Event expo
• Urban
• Free venue entry
• Age 15 & over

• 10 km road running

• Sun 18 Oct 2026
• £45-£53

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
• Newcomers
• 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

• Sat 24 Oct 2026
• £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!

• Recycling
• Newcomers
• Plastic bottle free
• Event village
• Rural
• Sustainability policy
• Age 15 & over

• 10K run
• Half marathon

• Sat 24 Oct 2026
• £18.50

Moel Famau Halloween 'Piece of String' Night Race

A great chance to stretch your legs at Halloween with the 'Piece of String' - at night! You will not know the distance until the event unfolds...

• Newcomers
• Dogs allowed at venue
• Event village
• Age 18 & over

• Trail run
• CaniCross

• Sun 25 Oct 2026
• £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!

• Recycling
• Newcomers
• Plastic bottle free
• Event village
• Sustainability policy
• Age 15 & over

• 10K run
• Half marathon