Take on a challenge

East of England 

St Albans Half Marathon
A scenic Half Marathon or Walking Half, which takes you on a challenging but rewarding route through the country lanes of St Albans.
Date: Sunday 14th June 2026
Entry fee: £18 (5K) Walking Half (£24) Wheelchair Half (£36) Half Marathon (£36)

Great Eastern Run, Peterborough
Half Marathon or 5K Fun Run on the closed roads of Peterborough City Centre
Date: Sunday 11th October 2026
Entry fee: £21 (5K) or £42.00 (half marathon)

Norwich Inflatable Fun Run
Jump, bounce, slide and swing through the world’s biggest Inflatable 5k Obstacle Course
Date: Saturday 17th October 2026
Entry fee: £24.50 (2.5K) £29.50 (5K) £41.50 (10K)

East Midlands 

Derby Inflatable Fun Run
Jump, bounce, slide and swing through the world’s biggest Inflatable 5k Obstacle Course!
Date: Saturday April 18th 2026
Entry fee: £24.50 (2.5K) £29.50 (5K) £41.50 (10K)

Robin Hood Half Marathon
This single-lap course takes runners on a journey through the rich history and beautiful green spaces of Nottingham.
Date: 27th September 2026
Entry fee: £40 (early bird price) or £45 (standard price)

London 

Saucony London 10K 2026
A fast, flat, closed-road race past world-famous landmarks including Big Ben, the London Eye, and Trafalgar Square. With live music, roaring crowds, and an electric summer atmosphere
Date: Sunday 12 Jul 2026
Entry fee: £56 and £3.64 booking fee 

London to Brighton Cycle Ride
55-mile cycle passing through Mitcham and Haywards Heath before taking on Ditchling Beacon!
Date: Sunday 13th September 2026
Entry fee: £55 (includes a lunch bag and keepsake medal)

North East Events 

Northumberland Coastal Challenge
Walk or run the challenge, with three distances, finishing in Druridge Bay Country Park
Date: Saturday 6th June 2026
Entry fee: 15 miles (£39.95) 26 miles (£49.95) 37 miles (£59.95)

AJ Bell Great North Run
The iconic half marathon from the heart of Newcastle upon Tyne to South Shields.
Date: 13 September 2026
Entry fee: £65 

North West 

AJ Bell Great Manchester Run
It’s a party from start to finish, with a high-energy soundtrack and entertainment zones
Date: Sunday 31st May 2026
Entry fee: Half Marathon (£50) or 10K (£43) 

Cheshire Inflatable Fun Run
Jump, bounce, slide and swing through the world’s biggest Inflatable 5k Obstacle Course!
Date: Saturday 18th July
Entry fee: £24.50 (2.5K) £29.50 (5K) £41.50 (10K) 

Scotland - Kiltwalks

Glasgow: Saturday 25 & Sunday 26 April 2026
Aberdeen: Sunday 7 June 2026
Dundee: Sunday 16 August 2026
Edinburgh: Sunday 13 September 2026

The popular walking events are back in four Scottish cities for 2026, with beautiful routes though Glasgow, Aberdeen, Dundee or Edinburgh. You can choose your distance and support from the Hunter Foundation keeps entry costs low, making this a fun, inclusive event. Entry fee: £20 (Mighty Stride and Big Stroll) £12 adults and £7 children (Wee Wander)

Scotland 

Scottish 10K
Run out and back along the magnificent Golf Coast before finishing in the final furlong at Musselburgh Racecourse
Date: Sun 16th August 2026
Entry fee: from £37.75

Glasgow Inflatable Fun Run
Jump, bounce, slide and swing through the world’s biggest Inflatable 5k Obstacle Course!
Date: Saturday 29th August
Entry fee: £24.50 (2.5K) £29.50 (5K) £41.50 (10K)

Edinburgh Inflatable Fun Run
Jump, bounce, slide and swing through the world’s biggest Inflatable 5k Obstacle Course!
Date: Saturday 5th September
Entry fee: £24.50 (2.5K) £29.50 (5K) £41.50 (10K)

South East 

Milton Keynes Marathon 2026
Conquer the Rocket 5k on the Sunday, and either the Marathon Relay, Half Marathon or Marathon on the Bank Holiday Monday. There is even a colourful Superhero Fun Run on the Bank Holiday Monday morning.
Dates: Saturday 2nd, Sunday 3rd, and Monday 4th May 2026
Entry fee: Various, £24 to £58

Guildford Inflatable Fun Run
Jump, bounce, slide and swing through the world’s biggest Inflatable 5k Obstacle Course!
Date: Sat 9th May 2026
Entry fee: £24.50 (2.5K) £29.50 (5K) £41.50 (10K)

South West 

Run Plymouth 10K
Starting and ending at Plymouth Hoe, enjoy this route in Britain’s Ocean City.
Date: Sunday 17 May
Entry fee: £30 for 10K (includes goody bag.)

Bristol Inflatable Fun Run
Jump, bounce, slide and swing through the world’s biggest Inflatable 5k Obstacle Course!
Date: Saturday 30th May 2026
Entry fee: £24.50 (2.5K) £29.50 (5K) £41.50 (10K)

Exeter Inflatable Fun Run
Jump, bounce, slide and swing through the world’s biggest Inflatable 5k Obstacle Course!
Date: Sat 15th August 2026
Entry fee: £24.50 (2.5K) £29.50 (5K) £41.50 (10K)

Wales

Dragon Ride Cycle 
Tackle iconic Welsh climbs, take in stunning scenery, and be part of an unforgettable day on the bike. Routes begin and end in picturesque Margam Park near Port Talbot.
Date: Sunday 14th June 2026
Entry Fee: £75 for 98K race (includes rider bib and rewards.)

Cardiff Inflatable Fun Run
Jump, bounce, slide and swing through the world’s biggest Inflatable 5k Obstacle Course!
Date: Saturday 27th June 2026
Entry Fee: Entry fee: £24.50 (2.5K) £29.50 (5K) £41.50 (10K)

West Midlands

Great Birmingham Run
Midland’s biggest running event, starting and finishing in the heart of the city.
Date: Sunday May 3 2026
Entry fee: £35 (10K standard) and £48 (Half Marathon)

Coventry Inflatable Fun Run
Jump, bounce, slide and swing through the world’s biggest Inflatable 5k Obstacle Course!
Date: Saturday 25th July 
Entry fee: £24.50 (2.5K) £29.50 (5K) £41.50 (10K)

Yorkshire and the Humber

Leeds Inflatable Fun Run
Jump, bounce, slide and swing through the world’s biggest Inflatable 5k Obstacle Course!
Date: Saturday 20th June 2026
Entry fee: £24.50 (2.5K) £29.50 (5K) £41.50 (10K)

York Inflatable Fun Run
Jump, bounce, slide and swing through the world’s biggest Inflatable 5k Obstacle Course!
Date: Saturday 26th September 2026
Entry fee: £24.50 (2.5K) £29.50 (5K) £41.50 (10K)