Parkinson's UK

Parkinson's UK

Parkinson's is a progressive neurological condition. This means that it causes problems in the brain and gets worse over time. Help find a cure and improve life for everyone affected by Parkinson’s.

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Parkinson's UK sportives

Choose your distance from 25 to 100 miles to help cure Parkinsons.

Epic climbs, stunning views, pedal with purpose. Choose your distance and take in the breathtaking scenery as you cycle through world-famous routes of the Trossachs National Park.
  • Sun 30 Aug 2026
  • £35-£55
Stirling, UK

Pedal Trossachs

Epic climbs, stunning views, pedal with purpose. Choose your distance and take in the breathtaking scenery as you cycle through world-famous routes of the Trossachs National Park.

  • Short sportive
  • Medium sportive
  • Long sportive

Parkinson's UK charity places

Take on an event to help find a cure and improve life for everyone affected by Parkinson’s.

Fancy taking on a 26.2-mile challenge in the beautiful, historic, scenic city of York? It's flat with serious PB potential plus there's a team relay option. This is your marathon. This is your moment.
  • Sun 19 Oct
  • Entries closed
York, North Yorkshire, UK

Altra Yorkshire Marathon

DKMS

Fancy taking on a 26.2-mile challenge in the beautiful, historic, scenic city of York? It's flat with serious PB potential plus there's a team relay option. This is your marathon. This is your moment.

  • Entries close soon
  • 26.2 miles road running + 281 ft ascent
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.
  • Sun 19 Oct
  • £20 + £250 fundraising
  • Entries close soon
Portsmouth, Hampshire, UK

Great South Run

Myaware

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.

  • Entries close soon
  • 10 miler
Run a 10K through the grounds of the UK's largest theme park, with free entry to the attractions for all runners after the event.
  • Sat 15 Nov
  • £10.40 + £150 fundraising
Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, UK

Run Alton Towers | 10K

Prostate Cancer Research

Run a 10K through the grounds of the UK's largest theme park, with free entry to the attractions for all runners after the event.

  • 10 km road running + 140 m ascent
The Fulham 10K welcomes runners of all abilities, whether chasing a new PB or completing your first ever 10K, and is in support of The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity.
  • Sun 16 Nov
  • £10 + £200 fundraising
London, UK

Fulham 10K

The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity

The Fulham 10K welcomes runners of all abilities, whether chasing a new PB or completing your first ever 10K, and is in support of The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity.

  • 10K run
The return of Run Alton Towers at the UK’s largest theme park! Run 5K through the picturesque gardens of the UK's largest theme park with a superb themed medal for all runners.
  • Sun 16 Nov
  • £15 + £150 fundraising
Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, UK

Run Alton Towers | 5K

Dreams Come True

The return of Run Alton Towers at the UK’s largest theme park! Run 5K through the picturesque gardens of the UK's largest theme park with a superb themed medal for all runners.

  • 5 km road running + 60 m ascent
The return of Run Alton Towers at the UK’s largest theme park! Run through the picturesque gardens of the UK's largest theme park with a superb themed medal for all runners.
  • Sun 16 Nov
  • £20 + £200 fundraising
Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, UK

Run Alton Towers | Half Marathon

Brainstrust

The return of Run Alton Towers at the UK’s largest theme park! Run through the picturesque gardens of the UK's largest theme park with a superb themed medal for all runners.

  • 13.1 miles road running + 309 m ascent
Ready... Steady... GLOW! Expect to be swept away on a distinctly magical 5K experience as dusk falls on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park and grace the grounds of World Athletics Champions.
  • Sat 22 Nov
  • FREE + £80 fundraising
London, UK

Supernova London 5K

Macmillan Cancer Support

Ready... Steady... GLOW! Expect to be swept away on a distinctly magical 5K experience as dusk falls on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park and grace the grounds of World Athletics Champions.

  • 5K run
10th Anniversary! Santa in the City is the perfect way to get you, your friends, and your family into the festive spirit! Take part in the traditional festive fun run or the new festive fun walk.
  • Tue 2 Dec
  • £15 + £120 fundraising
London, UK

Santa in the City | Day 1 - Tuesday

SANE

10th Anniversary! Santa in the City is the perfect way to get you, your friends, and your family into the festive spirit! Take part in the traditional festive fun run or the new festive fun walk.

  • 4 km road running
10th Anniversary! Santa in the City is the perfect way to get you, your friends, and your family into the festive spirit! Take part in the traditional festive fun run or the new festive fun walk.
  • Wed 3 Dec
  • £15 + £120 fundraising
London, UK

Santa in the City | Day 2 - Wednesday

SANE

10th Anniversary! Santa in the City is the perfect way to get you, your friends, and your family into the festive spirit! Take part in the traditional festive fun run or the new festive fun walk.

  • 4 km road running
The fourth fastest marathon in the world! An ideal circuit for achieving a PB in perfect temperatures with an incomparable backdrop too.
  • Sun 7 Dec
  • £50 + £1,300 fundraising
  • Entries close today
València, Spain

Valencia Marathon

Blesma, The Limbless Veterans

The fourth fastest marathon in the world! An ideal circuit for achieving a PB in perfect temperatures with an incomparable backdrop too.

  • Entries close today
  • Marathon
  • Sun 7 Dec
  • FREE + £75 fundraising
Liverpool, Merseyside, UK

BTR Liverpool Santa Dash | Santa Dash 5K

North West Air Ambulance

The BTR Liverpool Santa Dash is the biggest and longest established Santa Run in the UK and in just the second year (back in 2005) achieved Guinness World Record status for the Biggest Santa Gathering

  • 5 km road running
Find your own rhythm and beat within the urban symphony of the Mitja Marató Barcelona by Brooks, then live it up at the After Party!
  • Sun 15 Feb 2026
  • £20 + £250 fundraising
Barcelona, Spain

Barcelona Half Marathon by Brooks

Brainstrust

Find your own rhythm and beat within the urban symphony of the Mitja Marató Barcelona by Brooks, then live it up at the After Party!

  • Half marathon
Join the UK's Happiest Half - a fast, flat race with a buzzing Brighton atmosphere. An early season major half and one of the most popular races in the UK!
  • Sun 1 Mar 2026
  • £35 + £200 fundraising
Brighton, East Sussex, UK

Altra Brighton Half Marathon

Macmillan Cancer Support

Join the UK's Happiest Half - a fast, flat race with a buzzing Brighton atmosphere. An early season major half and one of the most popular races in the UK!

  • 13.1 miles road running
An early-season opener and chance to get back in the swing as spring approaches. Speed, timing, motivation, performance: this race will set the pace for your athletic challenges in the year to come.
  • Sun 8 Mar 2026
  • £15 + £350 fundraising
Paris, France

HOKA Paris Half Marathon

The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity

An early-season opener and chance to get back in the swing as spring approaches. Speed, timing, motivation, performance: this race will set the pace for your athletic challenges in the year to come.

  • Half marathon
Run 13.1 unforgettable miles through Cambridge’s historic streets and iconic University grounds on a flat, fast-paced course perfect for supporting a charity cause and chasing a personal best.
  • Sun 8 Mar 2026
  • £25 + £300 fundraising
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, UK

TTP Cambridge Half Marathon

Macmillan Cancer Support

Run 13.1 unforgettable miles through Cambridge’s historic streets and iconic University grounds on a flat, fast-paced course perfect for supporting a charity cause and chasing a personal best.

  • Half marathon
Ready... Steady... GLOW! Expect to be swept away on a distinctly magical 5K experience as dusk falls on the home of two 30-metre high horses.
  • Fri 13 Mar 2026
  • FREE + £80 fundraising
Grangemouth, Falkirk, UK

Supernova Run Kelpies 5K | Friday

Macmillan Cancer Support

Ready... Steady... GLOW! Expect to be swept away on a distinctly magical 5K experience as dusk falls on the home of two 30-metre high horses.

  • 5 km road running + 18 m ascent
Ready... Steady... GLOW! Expect to be swept away on a distinctly magical 5K experience as dusk falls on the home of two 30-metre high horses.
  • Sat 14 Mar 2026
  • £10 + £50 fundraising
Grangemouth, Falkirk, UK

Supernova Run Kelpies 5K | Saturday

MS Society

Ready... Steady... GLOW! Expect to be swept away on a distinctly magical 5K experience as dusk falls on the home of two 30-metre high horses.

  • 5 km road running + 18 m ascent
The most magical road marathon in the world! A fast and monumental marathon with truly unique attractions in the 'world's best city'!
  • Sun 15 Mar 2026
  • £25 + £250 fundraising
Barcelona, Spain

Zurich Barcelona Marathon

SANE

The most magical road marathon in the world! A fast and monumental marathon with truly unique attractions in the 'world's best city'!

  • Marathon
  • Sun 15 Mar 2026
  • FREE + £100 fundraising
Liverpool, Merseyside, UK

Liverpool Half Marathon & 10 Miler | 10 Mile

North West Air Ambulance

Entries for the 2026 BTR Liverpool Half Marathon & 10 Miler are now open.

  • 10 miles road running + 251 ft ascent
  • Sun 15 Mar 2026
  • FREE + £100 fundraising
Liverpool, Merseyside, UK

Liverpool Half Marathon & 10 Miler | Half Marathon

North West Air Ambulance

Entries for the 2026 BTR Liverpool Half Marathon & 10 Miler are now open.

  • 13.1 miles road running + 359 ft ascent
Experience an unforgettable half marathon through the regal grounds of Hampton Court Palace.
  • Sun 15 Mar 2026
  • £25 + £300 fundraising
East Molesey, UK

Hampton Court Palace Half Marathon

Dreams Come True

Experience an unforgettable half marathon through the regal grounds of Hampton Court Palace.

  • Half marathon
Run through traffic-free streets in the heart of Bath and experience the electric atmosphere on the course through the UK's only World Heritage City!
  • Sun 15 Mar 2026
  • £25 + £350 fundraising
Bath, Somerset, UK

GetPRO Bath Half

SANE

Run through traffic-free streets in the heart of Bath and experience the electric atmosphere on the course through the UK's only World Heritage City!

  • Half marathon
The Kew 10K is run entirely within Kew Gardens and every runner will receive a fantastic medal, a technical running t-shirt (male and female cut) and free entry into the gardens!
  • Sat 28 Mar 2026
  • £25 + £230 fundraising
Richmond, UK

Kew Gardens 10K

SANE

The Kew 10K is run entirely within Kew Gardens and every runner will receive a fantastic medal, a technical running t-shirt (male and female cut) and free entry into the gardens!

  • 10 km road running + 63 ft ascent
The Kew Half Marathon starts inside Kew Gardens and every runner will receive a fantastic medal, a technical running t-shirt (male and female cut) and free entry into the gardens!
  • Sun 29 Mar 2026
  • £25 + £330 fundraising
Richmond, UK

Kew Gardens Half Marathon

SANE

The Kew Half Marathon starts inside Kew Gardens and every runner will receive a fantastic medal, a technical running t-shirt (male and female cut) and free entry into the gardens!

  • 13.1 miles road running + 85 m ascent
If you've ticked off a few 10Ks and you're ready to step it up - this one's for you. Set against the backdrop of Scotland's capital, this run blends scenery with the thrill of a stadium finish!
  • Sun 29 Mar 2026
  • £10 + £100 fundraising
Edinburgh, UK

Kilomathon Scotland 13.1K

Cats Protection

If you've ticked off a few 10Ks and you're ready to step it up - this one's for you. Set against the backdrop of Scotland's capital, this run blends scenery with the thrill of a stadium finish!

  • 13.1 km road running + 110 m ascent
If you've ticked off a few 5Ks and you're ready to step it up - this one's for you. Set against the backdrop of Scotland's capital, this run blends scenery with the thrill of a stadium finish!
  • Sun 29 Mar 2026
  • FREE + £80 fundraising
Edinburgh, UK

Kilomathon Scotland 6.5K

Macmillan Cancer Support

If you've ticked off a few 5Ks and you're ready to step it up - this one's for you. Set against the backdrop of Scotland's capital, this run blends scenery with the thrill of a stadium finish!

  • 6.5 km road running + 41 m ascent
A free one-mile event in Preston Park so that everyone can be part of the Brighton Marathon Weekend! Walkers, joggers and runners of all ages and abilities are welcome.
  • Sat 11 Apr 2026
  • Own place
Brighton, East Sussex, UK

Brighton Marathon Weekend | Brighton Miles

Grace Eyre Foundation

A free one-mile event in Preston Park so that everyone can be part of the Brighton Marathon Weekend! Walkers, joggers and runners of all ages and abilities are welcome.

  • 1 mile road running
One of the largest marathons on the planet over a flat course in one of the world's most iconic cities, the Paris Marathon boasts an incomparable backdrop.
  • Sun 12 Apr 2026
  • £40 + £750 fundraising
Paris, France

Schneider Electric Paris Marathon

SANE

One of the largest marathons on the planet over a flat course in one of the world's most iconic cities, the Paris Marathon boasts an incomparable backdrop.

  • Marathon
Italy’s fastest marathon is preparing to welcome more than 35,000 participants, including marathon runners, relay runners and family runners, for an increasingly modern and engaging event.
  • Sun 12 Apr 2026
  • £25 + £350 fundraising
Milano, Italy

Wizz Air Milan Marathon

SANE

Italy’s fastest marathon is preparing to welcome more than 35,000 participants, including marathon runners, relay runners and family runners, for an increasingly modern and engaging event.

  • 42.2 km road running
An exciting 10K on a flat and fast course, perfect for all abilities, as part of the atmospheric Brighton Marathon Weekend and complete with Beach Village.
  • Sun 12 Apr 2026
  • £20 + £150 fundraising
Brighton, East Sussex, UK

Brighton & Hove 10K

Mind

An exciting 10K on a flat and fast course, perfect for all abilities, as part of the atmospheric Brighton Marathon Weekend and complete with Beach Village.

  • 10 km road running + 57 ft ascent
A spirited Central London run with live music, upbeat DJs, street-dancers and inspiring themes on a landmark-packed route with closed roads.
  • Sun 12 Apr 2026
  • £40 + £375 fundraising
London, UK

London Landmarks Half Marathon

Cats Protection

A spirited Central London run with live music, upbeat DJs, street-dancers and inspiring themes on a landmark-packed route with closed roads.

  • Half marathon
The UK's third largest marathon, boasting a new and beautiful seaside course with superb local support, making it a truly sensational running experience.
  • Sun 12 Apr 2026
  • £15 + £500 fundraising
  • Own place
Brighton, East Sussex, UK

Brighton Marathon

Prostate Cancer Research

The UK's third largest marathon, boasting a new and beautiful seaside course with superb local support, making it a truly sensational running experience.

  • 26.2 miles road running + 447 ft ascent
Take on the 2026 adidas Manchester Marathon and experience the fun, party atmosphere as you run. Join Team Cats now and make a help make a better life for cats!
  • Sun 19 Apr 2026
  • £35 + £350 fundraising
Manchester, Greater Manchester, UK

adidas Manchester Marathon

Cats Protection

Take on the 2026 adidas Manchester Marathon and experience the fun, party atmosphere as you run. Join Team Cats now and make a help make a better life for cats!

  • Marathon
Scotland’s largest closed-road cycle sportive! Taking place in spring around the shores of the world's most famous loch, you'll conquer some thigh-busting climbs and revel in friendly camaraderie!
  • Sun 26 Apr 2026
  • £77 + £150 fundraising
Inverness, Highland, UK

Etape Loch Ness

Macmillan Cancer Support

Scotland’s largest closed-road cycle sportive! Taking place in spring around the shores of the world's most famous loch, you'll conquer some thigh-busting climbs and revel in friendly camaraderie!

  • Medium sportive
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 3 May 2026
  • FREE + £150 fundraising
Birmingham, West Midlands, UK

Great Birmingham Run 10K

Birmingham Hospice

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.

  • 10 km 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 3 May 2026
  • £25 + £250 fundraising
Birmingham, West Midlands, UK

Great Birmingham Run Half Marathon

Macmillan Cancer Support

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.

  • 13.1 miles road running
This 2-lap marathon course offers a spectacular route including green parks, shoreline and riverside views, starting and finishing at the iconic Southampton Guildhall.
  • Sun 3 May 2026
  • £30 + £350 fundraising
Southampton, Hampshire, UK

ABP Southampton Marathon

Macmillan Cancer Support

This 2-lap marathon course offers a spectacular route including green parks, shoreline and riverside views, starting and finishing at the iconic Southampton Guildhall.

  • 26.2 miles road running + 296 m ascent
A single lap of the marathon course which offers a spectacular route including green parks, shoreline and riverside views, starting and finishing at the iconic Southampton Guildhall.
  • Sun 3 May 2026
  • £25 + £250 fundraising
Southampton, Hampshire, UK

ABP Southampton Half Marathon

Macmillan Cancer Support

A single lap of the marathon course which offers a spectacular route including green parks, shoreline and riverside views, starting and finishing at the iconic Southampton Guildhall.

  • 13.1 miles road running + 152 m ascent
The 10K race challenge is perfect for a PB with green parks, inspiring views of city landmarks and a waterside location to drive you forward, beginning and ending at the iconic Guildhall.
  • Sun 3 May 2026
  • £20 + £150 fundraising
Southampton, Hampshire, UK

ABP Southampton 10K

Macmillan Cancer Support

The 10K race challenge is perfect for a PB with green parks, inspiring views of city landmarks and a waterside location to drive you forward, beginning and ending at the iconic Guildhall.

  • 10 km road running + 71 m ascent
Be one of 15,000 Mudders to prove you're tough enough to conquer the most technically difficult obstacle course of the series. Expect hills, forest trails, muddy ditches, hills and a finisher beer.
  • Sat 9 May 2026
  • Own place
Henley-on-Thames, Buckinghamshire, UK

Tough Mudder London West | 15K - Saturday

Alzheimer's Society

Be one of 15,000 Mudders to prove you're tough enough to conquer the most technically difficult obstacle course of the series. Expect hills, forest trails, muddy ditches, hills and a finisher beer.

  • 15 km multi terrain running
Be one of 15,000 Mudders to prove you're tough enough to conquer the most technically difficult obstacle course of the series. Expect hills, forest trails, muddy ditches, hills and a finisher beer.
  • Sat 9 May 2026
  • Own place
Henley-on-Thames, Buckinghamshire, UK

Tough Mudder London West | 5K - Saturday

Alzheimer's Society

Be one of 15,000 Mudders to prove you're tough enough to conquer the most technically difficult obstacle course of the series. Expect hills, forest trails, muddy ditches, hills and a finisher beer.

  • 5 km multi terrain running
Be one of 15,000 Mudders to prove you're tough enough to conquer the most technically difficult obstacle course of the series. Expect hills, forest trails, muddy ditches, hills and a finisher beer.
  • Sun 10 May 2026
  • Own place
Henley-on-Thames, Buckinghamshire, UK

Tough Mudder London West | 15K - Sunday

Alzheimer's Society

Be one of 15,000 Mudders to prove you're tough enough to conquer the most technically difficult obstacle course of the series. Expect hills, forest trails, muddy ditches, hills and a finisher beer.

  • 15 km multi terrain running
Take on the Leeds Marathon – a spectacular, fully supported city-to-countryside challenge with incredible atmosphere, scenic views and unforgettable race-day energy.
  • Sun 10 May 2026
  • £30 + £500 fundraising
Leeds, West Yorkshire, UK

Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon

Macmillan Cancer Support

Take on the Leeds Marathon – a spectacular, fully supported city-to-countryside challenge with incredible atmosphere, scenic views and unforgettable race-day energy.

  • 26.2 miles road running
Be one of 15,000 Mudders to prove you're tough enough to conquer the most technically difficult obstacle course of the series. Expect hills, forest trails, muddy ditches, hills and a finisher beer.
  • Sun 10 May 2026
  • Own place
Henley-on-Thames, Buckinghamshire, UK

Tough Mudder London West | 5K - Sunday

Alzheimer's Society

Be one of 15,000 Mudders to prove you're tough enough to conquer the most technically difficult obstacle course of the series. Expect hills, forest trails, muddy ditches, hills and a finisher beer.

  • 5 km multi terrain running
Dash through 13.1 miles of East London, with vibrant street art, live music, and unbeatable crowd support cheering you on every step of the way. Think handmade banners, high fives, and fun!
  • Sun 17 May 2026
  • £25 + £250 fundraising
London, UK

Hackney Half

St Joseph's Hospice

Dash through 13.1 miles of East London, with vibrant street art, live music, and unbeatable crowd support cheering you on every step of the way. Think handmade banners, high fives, and fun!

  • 13.1 miles road running
One of the UK’s longest established and most highly regarded half marathons, starting and finishing in this historic Roman/Medieval city. Come and celebrate over 40 years of running in Chester!
  • Sun 17 May 2026
  • £15 + £350 fundraising
Chester, Cheshire, UK

Essar Chester Half Marathon

The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity

One of the UK’s longest established and most highly regarded half marathons, starting and finishing in this historic Roman/Medieval city. Come and celebrate over 40 years of running in Chester!

  • 13.1 miles road running + 355 ft ascent
This event kicks off the Edinburgh Marathon Festival weekend in style, in the stunning surroundings of Holyrood Park on a route with striking panoramic views of the city and Edinburgh Castle.
  • Sat 23 May 2026
  • £10 + £150 fundraising
Edinburgh, UK

Edinburgh 10K

Blood Cancer UK

This event kicks off the Edinburgh Marathon Festival weekend in style, in the stunning surroundings of Holyrood Park on a route with striking panoramic views of the city and Edinburgh Castle.

  • 10 km road running + 155 m ascent
The 5K is one of the first events of the exciting running festival weekend and offers a picturesque route around Holyrood Park with stunning panoramic views of the city and Edinburgh Castle.
  • Sat 23 May 2026
  • £10 + £100 fundraising
Edinburgh, UK

Edinburgh 5K

Blood Cancer UK

The 5K is one of the first events of the exciting running festival weekend and offers a picturesque route around Holyrood Park with stunning panoramic views of the city and Edinburgh Castle.

  • 5 km road running + 116 m ascent
Just before the Marathon, the Half follows the same fast and flat route from the iconic castle and city sights to the coast for an explosive finish and offers genuine PB potential.
  • Sun 24 May 2026
  • £10 + £300 fundraising
Edinburgh, UK

Edinburgh Half Marathon

Blood Cancer UK

Just before the Marathon, the Half follows the same fast and flat route from the iconic castle and city sights to the coast for an explosive finish and offers genuine PB potential.

  • 13.1 miles road running + 76 m ascent
Fast, flat and beautifully scenic with Edinburgh Castle as the backdrop, this marathon route takes you along the coastline and sells out every year so go for it and enter!
  • Sun 24 May 2026
  • £25 + £500 fundraising
Edinburgh, UK

Edinburgh Marathon

Blood Cancer UK

Fast, flat and beautifully scenic with Edinburgh Castle as the backdrop, this marathon route takes you along the coastline and sells out every year so go for it and enter!

  • 26.2 miles road running + 165 m ascent
The relay is a chance for a team of four to join forces and complete the Edinburgh Marathon. The 26.2 miles is split into four legs, each runner will run one leg plus you'll receive matching medals!
  • Sun 24 May 2026
  • £50 + £600 fundraising
Edinburgh, UK

Edinburgh Marathon Team Relay

Blood Cancer UK

The relay is a chance for a team of four to join forces and complete the Edinburgh Marathon. The 26.2 miles is split into four legs, each runner will run one leg plus you'll receive matching medals!

  • 26.2 miles road running + 165 m ascent
The city’s original and best-loved running event! It's a party from start to finish with a high-energy soundtrack and live music. Over 99% of Manchester runners say they’d recommend it to a friend.
  • Sun 31 May 2026
  • FREE + £240 fundraising
Manchester, Greater Manchester, UK

Great Manchester Run Half Marathon

North West Air Ambulance

The city’s original and best-loved running event! It's a party from start to finish with a high-energy soundtrack and live music. Over 99% of Manchester runners say they’d recommend it to a friend.

  • 13.1 miles road running
The city’s original and best-loved running event! It's a party from start to finish with a high-energy soundtrack and live music. Over 99% of Manchester runners say they’d recommend it to a friend.
  • Sun 31 May 2026
  • £15 + £250 fundraising
Manchester, Greater Manchester, UK

Great Manchester Run 10K

Mind

The city’s original and best-loved running event! It's a party from start to finish with a high-energy soundtrack and live music. Over 99% of Manchester runners say they’d recommend it to a friend.

  • 10 km road running
The UK’s favourite 24-hour trail race! Epic, Brutal, Relentless. Race against the clock to tackle as many laps of the iconic course as you can. How far can you go in 24 hours?
  • Sat 6 - Sun 7 Jun 2026
  • £50 + £300 fundraising
Reading, Berkshire, UK

Endure24 | Reading

Macmillan Cancer Support

The UK’s favourite 24-hour trail race! Epic, Brutal, Relentless. Race against the clock to tackle as many laps of the iconic course as you can. How far can you go in 24 hours?

  • Fixed time runs
Get a feel for the open water at the Great North Swim Weekend - the UKs biggest open water swim event.
  • Fri 12 - Sun 14 Jun 2026
  • £30 + £200 fundraising
Windermere, Cumbria, UK

Arla Great North Swim | One Mile

Macmillan Cancer Support

Get a feel for the open water at the Great North Swim Weekend - the UKs biggest open water swim event.

  • 1 mile lake swimming
  • Sun 14 Jun 2026
  • £25 + £250 fundraising
Port Talbot, West Glamorgan, UK

Dragon Ride | Cymru Classic

Macmillan Cancer Support

The iconic Welsh cycling sportive is set to take place in 2026, offering participants the chance to tackle some of the most stunning and challenging routes in South Wales.

  • 98 km road cycling + 1354 m ascent
  • Sun 14 Jun 2026
  • £30 + £250 fundraising
Port Talbot, West Glamorgan, UK

Dragon Ride | Medio Fondo

Macmillan Cancer Support

The iconic Welsh cycling sportive is set to take place in 2026, offering participants the chance to tackle some of the most stunning and challenging routes in South Wales.

  • 157 km road cycling + 2223 m ascent
  • Sun 14 Jun 2026
  • £35 + £350 fundraising
Port Talbot, West Glamorgan, UK

Dragon Ride | Gran Fondo

Macmillan Cancer Support

The iconic Welsh cycling sportive is set to take place in 2026, offering participants the chance to tackle some of the most stunning and challenging routes in South Wales.

  • 215 km road cycling + 3350 m ascent
  • Sun 14 Jun 2026
  • £40 + £400 fundraising
Port Talbot, West Glamorgan, UK

Dragon Ride | Dragon Devil

Macmillan Cancer Support

The iconic Welsh cycling sportive is set to take place in 2026, offering participants the chance to tackle some of the most stunning and challenging routes in South Wales.

  • 296 km road cycling + 4433 m ascent
The ideal ‘next step’ on your ultra journey! Following an undulating course along the South Downs Way, the route passes by Arundel Castle before returning to West Dean via the Monarch's Way.
  • Sat 20 Jun 2026
  • £30 + £350 fundraising
Chichester, West Sussex, UK

Race to the King | Castle 50K

SANE

The ideal ‘next step’ on your ultra journey! Following an undulating course along the South Downs Way, the route passes by Arundel Castle before returning to West Dean via the Monarch's Way.

  • 50 km trail running + 1043 m ascent
A challenging but very achievable journey along the South Downs Way towards Bignor Hill, returning to West Dean Gardens via the stunning Monarch’s Way. The perfect first long distance event.
  • Sat 20 Jun 2026
  • £30 + £250 fundraising
Chichester, West Sussex, UK

Race to the King | Monarchs Loop 30K

Macmillan Cancer Support

A challenging but very achievable journey along the South Downs Way towards Bignor Hill, returning to West Dean Gardens via the stunning Monarch’s Way. The perfect first long distance event.

  • 30 km trail running + 606 m ascent
A ‘stepping stone’ distance between the 50K and 100K routes, the 80K Non-Stop begins with a full circuit of the Coastal 50K route before completing the 30K Monarch’s Loop, finishing back at West Dean.
  • Sat 20 Jun 2026
  • £40 + £450 fundraising
Chichester, West Sussex, UK

Race to the King | 80K Non-Stop

Macmillan Cancer Support

A ‘stepping stone’ distance between the 50K and 100K routes, the 80K Non-Stop begins with a full circuit of the Coastal 50K route before completing the 30K Monarch’s Loop, finishing back at West Dean.

  • 80 km trail running + 1065 m ascent
Flat and runnable without skimping on scenery, it offers spectacular views around Chichester Harbour, through the ancient fishing village of Bosham before gently climbing back onto the South Downs.
  • Sat 20 Jun 2026
  • £35 + £350 fundraising
Chichester, West Sussex, UK

Race to the King | Coastal 50K

Macmillan Cancer Support

Flat and runnable without skimping on scenery, it offers spectacular views around Chichester Harbour, through the ancient fishing village of Bosham before gently climbing back onto the South Downs.

  • 50 km trail running + 461 m ascent
The full circuit takes in both the Coastal and Castle loops for a magnificent tour of the stunning South Downs. Steeped in history and uniquely varied, the 100K offers a course truly fit for royalty.
  • Sat 20 Jun 2026
  • £45 + £550 fundraising
Chichester, West Sussex, UK

Race to the King | 100K Non-Stop

Macmillan Cancer Support

The full circuit takes in both the Coastal and Castle loops for a magnificent tour of the stunning South Downs. Steeped in history and uniquely varied, the 100K offers a course truly fit for royalty.

  • 100 km trail running + 1510 m ascent
Europe's oldest charity bike ride is back and you can be part of it! Ride from capital to coast covering 54 miles through rolling countryside to Brighton Beach.
  • Sun 21 Jun 2026
  • £35 + £350 fundraising
London, UK

London to Brighton Bike Ride

Mind

Europe's oldest charity bike ride is back and you can be part of it! Ride from capital to coast covering 54 miles through rolling countryside to Brighton Beach.

  • Charity bike ride
On the go since 2004, this event has firmly set itself as THE run for men in the west. This is the time to make a positive difference to your life, or someone else’s and be part of something special.
  • Sun 21 Jun 2026
  • £10 + £150 fundraising
Glasgow, Glasgow City, UK

Men's 10K Glasgow

Target Ovarian Cancer

On the go since 2004, this event has firmly set itself as THE run for men in the west. This is the time to make a positive difference to your life, or someone else’s and be part of something special.

  • 10K run
If you need a goal to motivate you, the Women’s 10K is the perfect opportunity for you to lace up those trainers and make a difference, either to your own life or someone else’s.
  • Sun 21 Jun 2026
  • £10 + £150 fundraising
Glasgow, Glasgow City, UK

Women's 10K Glasgow

Target Ovarian Cancer

If you need a goal to motivate you, the Women’s 10K is the perfect opportunity for you to lace up those trainers and make a difference, either to your own life or someone else’s.

  • 10K run
The north's favourite 24-hour trail race! Epic, Brutal, Relentless. Race against the clock to tackle as many laps of the iconic course as you can. How far can you go in 24 hours?
  • Sat 27 - Sun 28 Jun 2026
  • £30 + £300 fundraising
Wetherby, West Yorkshire, UK

Endure24 | Leeds

Macmillan Cancer Support

The north's favourite 24-hour trail race! Epic, Brutal, Relentless. Race against the clock to tackle as many laps of the iconic course as you can. How far can you go in 24 hours?

  • Multi-terrain run
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 4 Jul 2026
  • Own place
Grantham, Leicestershire, UK

Tough Mudder Midlands | 15K - Saturday

Alzheimer's Society

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
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 4 Jul 2026
  • Own place
Grantham, Leicestershire, UK

Tough Mudder Midlands | 5K - Saturday

Alzheimer's Society

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 5 Jul 2026
  • Own place
Grantham, Leicestershire, UK

Tough Mudder Midlands | 15K - Sunday

Alzheimer's Society

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
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 5 Jul 2026
  • Own place
Grantham, Leicestershire, UK

Tough Mudder Midlands | 5K - Sunday

Alzheimer's Society

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
Explore the Ridgeway, Britain’s oldest road, along a remarkably isolated and unspoilt corner of Southern England with sweeping chalk downs, ancient forests and the Avebury Standing Stones.
  • Sat 11 Jul 2026
  • £55 + £550 fundraising
Watlington, Oxfordshire, UK

Race to the Stones | 100K Non-stop

Macmillan Cancer Support

Explore the Ridgeway, Britain’s oldest road, along a remarkably isolated and unspoilt corner of Southern England with sweeping chalk downs, ancient forests and the Avebury Standing Stones.

  • 100 km trail running + 3704 ft ascent
Explore the Ridgeway, Britain’s oldest road, along a remarkably isolated and unspoilt corner of Southern England with sweeping chalk downs, ancient forests and the Avebury Standing Stones.
  • Sat 11 Jul 2026
  • £75 + £550 fundraising
Watlington, Oxfordshire, UK

Race to the Stones | 100K Over Two Days

Macmillan Cancer Support

Explore the Ridgeway, Britain’s oldest road, along a remarkably isolated and unspoilt corner of Southern England with sweeping chalk downs, ancient forests and the Avebury Standing Stones.

  • 100 km trail running + 3704 ft ascent
Cross England’s longest river at the halfway mark before finishing with a triumphant climb towards the iconic Lattin Down Basecamp finish line.
  • Sat 11 Jul 2026
  • £45 + £350 fundraising
Watlington, Oxfordshire, UK

Race to the Stones | Day One | Thames Valley 50K

Macmillan Cancer Support

Cross England’s longest river at the halfway mark before finishing with a triumphant climb towards the iconic Lattin Down Basecamp finish line.

  • 50 km trail running + 710 m ascent
The Super Sprint Novice Triathlon is ideal for anyone wanting to try the sport of triathlon for the first time and is an exciting part of the renowned Eastbourne Triathlon weekend.
  • Sun 12 Jul 2026
  • £35 + £350 fundraising
Eastbourne, East Sussex, UK

Eastbourne Triathlon and Multisport Festival | Novice Super-Sprint Triathlon

Macmillan Cancer Support

The Super Sprint Novice Triathlon is ideal for anyone wanting to try the sport of triathlon for the first time and is an exciting part of the renowned Eastbourne Triathlon weekend.

  • 300 m sea swimming
  • 10 km road cycling + 160 m ascent
  • 2.5 km road running
The beautiful seaside town of Eastbourne welcomes athletes of all abilities and experience back for the Eastbourne Triathlon! The sprint circuit enjoys the beach, closed roads and iconic promenade.
  • Sun 12 Jul 2026
  • £45 + £350 fundraising
Eastbourne, East Sussex, UK

Eastbourne Triathlon and Multisport Festival | Sprint Triathlon

Macmillan Cancer Support

The beautiful seaside town of Eastbourne welcomes athletes of all abilities and experience back for the Eastbourne Triathlon! The sprint circuit enjoys the beach, closed roads and iconic promenade.

  • 750 m sea swimming
  • 20 km road cycling + 350 m ascent
  • 5 km road running
The beautiful seaside town of Eastbourne welcomes athletes of all abilities and experience back for the Eastbourne Triathlon! The standard circuit enjoys the beach, closed roads and iconic promenade.
  • Sun 12 Jul 2026
  • £60 + £350 fundraising
Eastbourne, East Sussex, UK

Eastbourne Triathlon and Multisport Festival | Standard Distance Triathlon

Macmillan Cancer Support

The beautiful seaside town of Eastbourne welcomes athletes of all abilities and experience back for the Eastbourne Triathlon! The standard circuit enjoys the beach, closed roads and iconic promenade.

  • 1500 m sea swimming
  • 40 km road cycling + 700 m ascent
  • 10 km road running
The beautiful seaside town of Eastbourne welcomes swimmers of all abilities and experience back for the Eastbourne Triathlon's swimming-only event! Enjoy a sea swim with a pier backdrop.
  • Sun 12 Jul 2026
  • £20 + £200 fundraising
Eastbourne, East Sussex, UK

Eastbourne Triathlon and Multisport Festival | 1500M Swim

Macmillan Cancer Support

The beautiful seaside town of Eastbourne welcomes swimmers of all abilities and experience back for the Eastbourne Triathlon's swimming-only event! Enjoy a sea swim with a pier backdrop.

  • 1500 m sea swimming
Cycling not your thing? Experience a big day of swim-run multi sport from the famous seafront promenade and along the traffic-free route as part of the Eastbourne Triathlon weekend.
  • Sun 12 Jul 2026
  • £35 + £350 fundraising
Eastbourne, East Sussex, UK

Eastbourne Triathlon and Multisport Festival | Sprint Aquathlon

Macmillan Cancer Support

Cycling not your thing? Experience a big day of swim-run multi sport from the famous seafront promenade and along the traffic-free route as part of the Eastbourne Triathlon weekend.

  • 750 m sea swimming
  • 5 km road running
Cycling not your thing? Experience a big day of swim-run multi sport from the famous seafront promenade and along the traffic-free route as part of the Eastbourne Triathlon weekend.
  • Sun 12 Jul 2026
  • £42.50 + £350 fundraising
Eastbourne, East Sussex, UK

Eastbourne Triathlon and Multisport Festival | Standard Distance Aquathlon

Macmillan Cancer Support

Cycling not your thing? Experience a big day of swim-run multi sport from the famous seafront promenade and along the traffic-free route as part of the Eastbourne Triathlon weekend.

  • 1500 m sea swimming
  • 10 km road running
Experience a big day of run-bike-run multi sport from the famous seafront promenade and along closed roads as part of the Eastbourne Triathlon weekend.
  • Sun 12 Jul 2026
  • £42.50 + £350 fundraising
Eastbourne, East Sussex, UK

Eastbourne Triathlon and Multisport Festival | Standard Distance Duathlon

Macmillan Cancer Support

Experience a big day of run-bike-run multi sport from the famous seafront promenade and along closed roads as part of the Eastbourne Triathlon weekend.

  • 5 km road running
  • 40 km road cycling + 700 m ascent
  • 10 km road running
An ideal choice for your first ultramarathon. Enjoy dramatic views of the vale to your north before finishing at the iconic Avebury Standing Stones.
  • Sun 12 Jul 2026
  • £45 + £350 fundraising
Wantage, Oxfordshire, UK

Race to the Stones | Day Two | Ridgeline 50K

Macmillan Cancer Support

An ideal choice for your first ultramarathon. Enjoy dramatic views of the vale to your north before finishing at the iconic Avebury Standing Stones.

  • 50 km trail running + 630 m ascent
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 12 Jul 2026
  • £15 + £250 fundraising
London, UK

Saucony London 10K

Great Ormond Street Hospital Children's Charity

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.

  • 10K run
A seriously flat and rapid course with downhill sections along the coast to finish in the final furlong of Scotland's oldest racecourse with a grandstand finish. Come and be a part of it!
  • Sun 16 Aug 2026
  • £15 + £150 fundraising
Musselburgh, East Lothian, UK

Scottish 10K

Target Ovarian Cancer

A seriously flat and rapid course with downhill sections along the coast to finish in the final furlong of Scotland's oldest racecourse with a grandstand finish. Come and be a part of it!

  • 10K run
A seriously flat and rapid point-to-point course with a downhill profile along the coast to finish in the final furlong of Scotland's oldest racecourse plus grandstand finish. Come and be part of it!
  • Sun 16 Aug 2026
  • £25 + £200 fundraising
Tranent, East Lothian, UK

Scottish Half Marathon

Cats Protection

A seriously flat and rapid point-to-point course with a downhill profile along the coast to finish in the final furlong of Scotland's oldest racecourse plus grandstand finish. Come and be part of it!

  • Half marathon
The Big Half promises a party atmosphere on a landmark-packed, half marathon route which follows some of the famous marathon course in reverse!
  • Sun 6 Sep 2026
  • £20 + £300 fundraising
London, UK

The Big Half

Blood Cancer UK

The Big Half promises a party atmosphere on a landmark-packed, half marathon route which follows some of the famous marathon course in reverse!

  • Half marathon
Run the UK’s most beautiful and flattest 10K run inside the Royal Botanical Gardens, Kew and run past plenty of beautiful landmarks! Fabulous medal & free entry into the gardens for spectators.
  • Sat 12 Sep 2026
  • £25 + £230 fundraising
Richmond, UK

Richmond RUNFEST 10K

SANE

Run the UK’s most beautiful and flattest 10K run inside the Royal Botanical Gardens, Kew and run past plenty of beautiful landmarks! Fabulous medal & free entry into the gardens for spectators.

  • 10 km road running + 5 m ascent
Run 'The world's most scenic marathon' through London's greenest borough including Richmond Bridge and the Tow Path. Start inside the Kew Gardens with family fun music festival to finish!
  • Sun 13 Sep 2026
  • £30 + £430 fundraising
Richmond, UK

Richmond Marathon

SANE

Run 'The world's most scenic marathon' through London's greenest borough including Richmond Bridge and the Tow Path. Start inside the Kew Gardens with family fun music festival to finish!

  • 26.2 miles road running + 160 m ascent
Be part of London's most exclusive event! Run through its greenest borough, exploring the beauties and history of Richmond. Start inside the Kew Gardens with a family music festival to finish!
  • Sun 13 Sep 2026
  • £25 + £330 fundraising
Richmond, UK

Richmond Half Marathon

SANE

Be part of London's most exclusive event! Run through its greenest borough, exploring the beauties and history of Richmond. Start inside the Kew Gardens with a family music festival to finish!

  • 13.1 miles road running + 91 ft ascent
Join 60,000 runners at the world’s biggest and best half marathon with a ballot entry. Get the low-down on key dates, the route and race-day logistics, then secure your place on the iconic start line.
  • Sun 13 Sep 2026
  • £20 + £350 fundraising
Newcastle, Tyne and Wear, UK

Great North Run

Blood Cancer UK

Join 60,000 runners at the world’s biggest and best half marathon with a ballot entry. Get the low-down on key dates, the route and race-day logistics, then secure your place on the iconic start line.

  • Half marathon
London South is the standout event of the series for good reason. 'Showstopper' obstacles, a diverse course, seriously muddy obstacles and a party atmosphere make it the ultimate mud party!
  • Sat 19 Sep 2026
  • Own place
Horsham, West Sussex, UK

Tough Mudder London South | 15K - Saturday

Alzheimer's Society

London South is the standout event of the series for good reason. 'Showstopper' obstacles, a diverse course, seriously muddy obstacles and a party atmosphere make it the ultimate mud party!

  • 15 km multi terrain running
A classic distance in the world of open-water swimming events, the one-mile swim covers one full lap (1.6K) of the lake, as part of the one-day open water swimming festival in the beautiful Hyde Park.
  • Sat 19 Sep 2026
  • £10 + £200 fundraising
London, UK

Swim Serpentine One Mile

Turn2us

A classic distance in the world of open-water swimming events, the one-mile swim covers one full lap (1.6K) of the lake, as part of the one-day open water swimming festival in the beautiful Hyde Park.

  • 1 mile lake swimming
The two-mile event is for those who would like to test themselves with two full laps of the Serpentine, aimed at more experienced swimmers, also forming part of the London Classics.
  • Sat 19 Sep 2026
  • £10 + £300 fundraising
London, UK

Swim Serpentine Two Mile

Turn2us

The two-mile event is for those who would like to test themselves with two full laps of the Serpentine, aimed at more experienced swimmers, also forming part of the London Classics.

  • 2 miles lake swimming
London South is the standout event of the series for good reason. 'Showstopper' obstacles, a diverse course, seriously muddy obstacles and a party atmosphere make it the ultimate mud party!
  • Sun 20 Sep 2026
  • Own place
Horsham, West Sussex, UK

Tough Mudder London South | 15K - Sunday

Alzheimer's Society

London South is the standout event of the series for good reason. 'Showstopper' obstacles, a diverse course, seriously muddy obstacles and a party atmosphere make it the ultimate mud party!

  • 15 km multi terrain running
A stunning 10K run through the heart of Scotland’s beautiful capital city. This is the time to make a positive difference to your life or someone else’s and be part of something special.
  • Sun 20 Sep 2026
  • £15 + £125 fundraising
Edinburgh, UK

Men's 10K Edinburgh

Target Ovarian Cancer

A stunning 10K run through the heart of Scotland’s beautiful capital city. This is the time to make a positive difference to your life or someone else’s and be part of something special.

  • 10K run
A stunning 10K run through the heart of Scotland’s beautiful capital city. This is the time to make a positive difference to your life and/or someone else’s and be part of something special.
  • Sun 20 Sep 2026
  • £15 + £125 fundraising
Edinburgh, UK

Women's 10K Edinburgh

Target Ovarian Cancer

A stunning 10K run through the heart of Scotland’s beautiful capital city. This is the time to make a positive difference to your life and/or someone else’s and be part of something special.

  • 10K run
London South is the standout event of the series for good reason. 'Showstopper' obstacles, a diverse course, seriously muddy obstacles and a party atmosphere make it the ultimate mud party!
  • Sun 20 Sep 2026
  • Own place
Horsham, West Sussex, UK

Tough Mudder London South | 5K - Sunday

Alzheimer's Society

London South is the standout event of the series for good reason. 'Showstopper' obstacles, a diverse course, seriously muddy obstacles and a party atmosphere make it the ultimate mud party!

  • 5 km multi terrain running
A world record-breaking road race around a historic city on a route featuring the Brandenburg Gate and iconic sights. Now in its 52nd year!
  • Sun 27 Sep 2026
  • £125 + £2,000 fundraising
Berlin, Germany

BMW Berlin Marathon

Dreams Come True

A world record-breaking road race around a historic city on a route featuring the Brandenburg Gate and iconic sights. Now in its 52nd year!

  • Marathon
We believe no-one affected by mental illness should be alone when they face crisis, distress or despair.
  • Sun 27 Sep 2026
  • £30 + £395 fundraising
Inverness, Highland, UK

Baxters Loch Ness Marathon and Festival of Running | Loch Ness Marathon

SANE

We believe no-one affected by mental illness should be alone when they face crisis, distress or despair.

  • 26.2 miles road running + 350 m ascent
4 steps to wellbeing
Sleep well

A good night's sleep is an essential foundation for a healthy lifestyle, effective training and weight control.

Train slow

Low-intensity training is easier for you, reduces the risk of injury and helps builds an efficient aerobic system.

Eat natural

Cut out sugar & junk food, reduce carbs, eat natural foods and train your body to burn fat for fuel.

Get outdoors

Fresh air, natural light and reconnecting with nature all help to improve mental and physical wellbeing.