Marathon Running Events 2026–2027

Phoenix Running is inviting you to our brand new 'Duck n Run "" Totally Quackers' Run series and this is the single day entry for day 3 - quack, quack. Each day has brand new giant spinning duck medal with up to 10 colours to collect and as if that wasn't enough to get your wings flapping, you'll also receive an actual rubber ducky, themed for each day - bath times will never be the same again! You can enter any of the days individually or any combination of days, or, why not try our 5in5, 7in7 or perhaps even the complete Ten in Ten (TiT) Summer race series 2026. Go on Ducky - you know you wanna go quackers with us! This is one of our timed events where you choose - from 5km to 10k, half to marathon to ultra, you can complete as many, or as few, laps as you like of a 5.3km, 3.28 mile, out and back, course along the beautiful river Thames. We welcome all abilities of runner - complete one lap and you're both a finisher and a winner in our eyes, or keep going and see how far you can get in the full time limit and everyone gets the fabulous bespoke finishers' medal. Not sure? Well the beauty of this format is that you don't even need to decide in advance - simply come and run a lap and see how you feel on the day and keep on going if it feels right. That's a big 10-4 Good Buddy! Places will be strictly limited so don't leave it too late to enter. Not sure? Well the beauty of this format is that you don't even need to decide on your distance in advance - simply come and run a lap and see how you feel on the day and keep on going if it feels right. Minimum distance is 3.28 miles or as far as you can go in 7 hours. Off road trail, the terrain is riverside towpath. The overall course has no elevation gain / loss making this a flat and fast route.

Phoenix Running is inviting you to our brand new 'Duck n Run "" Totally Quackers' Run series and this is the single day entry for day 7 - quack, quack. Each day has brand new giant spinning duck medal with up to 10 colours to collect and as if that wasn't enough to get your wings flapping, you'll also receive an actual rubber ducky, themed for each day - bath times will never be the same again! You can enter any of the days individually or any combination of days, or, why not try our 5in5, 7in7 or perhaps even the complete Ten in Ten (TiT) Summer race series 2026. Go on Ducky - you know you wanna go quackers with us! This is one of our timed events where you choose - from 5km to 10k, half to marathon to ultra, you can complete as many, or as few, laps as you like of a 5.3km, 3.28 mile, out and back, course along the beautiful river Thames. We welcome all abilities of runner - complete one lap and you're both a finisher and a winner in our eyes, or keep going and see how far you can get in the full time limit and everyone gets the fabulous bespoke finishers' medal. Not sure? Well the beauty of this format is that you don't even need to decide in advance - simply come and run a lap and see how you feel on the day and keep on going if it feels right. That's a big 10-4 Good Buddy! Places will be strictly limited so don't leave it too late to enter. Not sure? Well the beauty of this format is that you don't even need to decide on your distance in advance - simply come and run a lap and see how you feel on the day and keep on going if it feels right. Minimum distance is 3.28 miles or as far as you can go in 7 hours. Off road trail, the terrain is riverside towpath. The overall course has no elevation gain / loss making this a flat and fast route.

Come and join Saturn Running for our annual GNR & Time Turner event 2026 - whether you're looking to get some miles under your belt before The Great North Run or you just fancy a run along the beautiful River Wear, then this is the event for you! Date & time: Sunday 30th of August 2026 Official start time: 9.30am Location: Durham Amateur Rowing Club, Green Ln, Old Elvet, Durham DH1 3JU Distance & Time This is a 7 hour Time Challenge event which allows you full control over the distance you want to run. The minimum distance is 5km, which is part of a full lap. A full lap is 4.37 miles (7km) and you can run as many or as few of these laps as you wish in the 7 hour time limit. Please note, we may use the 3.28 mile course at this venue and we will advise closer to the time. Course The course is along a beautiful stretch of the River Wear with views of the Cathedral and is classified as a trail run. It is fully signed so no navigational experience is required. All abilities are welcome at our super-inclusive events and we also welcome walkers too. Medals & Pins As long as you complete one lap, you will be an official finisher and you will receive one of our fantastic themed medals! We also have distance pins available for anyone who runs a half-marathon distance or more. Pins available to collect are our Half-Marathon, Mega-Half, Marathon, 50km and Ultra pins. You will receive one pin on the ribbon of your medal to reflect your achievement. Goody Bag Absolutely! You earned the calories after all, so all our finishers get a goody bag. As well as our standard goody bag, with a selection of various goodies to choose from, we also have a fabulous vegan goody bag for our vegan runners. Aid Table We have a fantastic aid table and drinks table at the start / finish of each lap. There is an incredible selection of drinks and savoury or sweet snacks such as crisps, cheese, fruit and cookies with vegan options also available. Special Event If our event is a special event for you, for instance your 50th, 99th, 100th, 150th, 200th, 250th etc. marathon or half marathon then please let us know. We will provide you with a great number with your name and the event date on it. Also, if it is your birthday, again let us know and we will get you a special number for your birthday! Venue Facilities Toilets and changing facilities are available at the race HQ. Bag drop is near the start and finish area. Runners should be aware the bag drop is not staffed and items are left at the sole responsibility of the participant. No liability for lost items will be accepted by the Organiser. Car Parking There is nearby free on-street parking or pay and display city centre parking. Race Day Instructions & Number Pick Up Final race day instructions will be sent out via email 7-10 days prior to the event with full race day information. Number pick up is on the day at race registration before the start of the event. Other Information There will be somewhere to leave a bag at the start / finish area. However, this is not a secure bag and the items cannot be watched at all times so please do not leave anything valuable. Headphones are allowed. Our running events are held on public footpaths so we would be grateful if all runners were considerate of other path users.

Phoenix Running is inviting you to our brand new 'Duck n Run "" Totally Quackers' Run series and this is the single day entry for day 9 - quack, quack. Each day has brand new giant spinning duck medal with up to 10 colours to collect and as if that wasn't enough to get your wings flapping, you'll also receive an actual rubber ducky, themed for each day - bath times will never be the same again! You can enter any of the days individually or any combination of days, or, why not try our 5in5, 7in7 or perhaps even the complete Ten in Ten (TiT) Summer race series 2026. Go on Ducky - you know you wanna go quackers with us! This is one of our timed events where you choose - from 5km to 10k, half to marathon to ultra, you can complete as many, or as few, laps as you like of a 5.3km, 3.28 mile, out and back, course along the beautiful river Thames. We welcome all abilities of runner - complete one lap and you're both a finisher and a winner in our eyes, or keep going and see how far you can get in the full time limit and everyone gets the fabulous bespoke finishers' medal. Not sure? Well the beauty of this format is that you don't even need to decide in advance - simply come and run a lap and see how you feel on the day and keep on going if it feels right. That's a big 10-4 Good Buddy! Places will be strictly limited so don't leave it too late to enter. Not sure? Well the beauty of this format is that you don't even need to decide on your distance in advance - simply come and run a lap and see how you feel on the day and keep on going if it feels right. Minimum distance is 3.28 miles or as far as you can go in 7 hours. Off road trail, the terrain is riverside towpath. The overall course has no elevation gain / loss making this a flat and fast route.

Phoenix Running is inviting you to our brand new 'Duck n Run "" Totally Quackers' Run series and this is the single day entry for day 10 - quack, quack. Each day has brand new giant spinning duck medal with up to 10 colours to collect and as if that wasn't enough to get your wings flapping, you'll also receive an actual rubber ducky, themed for each day - bath times will never be the same again! You can enter any of the days individually or any combination of days, or, why not try our 5in5, 7in7 or perhaps even the complete Ten in Ten (TiT) Summer race series 2026. Go on Ducky - you know you wanna go quackers with us! This is one of our timed events where you choose - from 5km to 10k, half to marathon to ultra, you can complete as many, or as few, laps as you like of a 5.3km, 3.28 mile, out and back, course along the beautiful river Thames. We welcome all abilities of runner - complete one lap and you're both a finisher and a winner in our eyes, or keep going and see how far you can get in the full time limit and everyone gets the fabulous bespoke finishers' medal. Not sure? Well the beauty of this format is that you don't even need to decide in advance - simply come and run a lap and see how you feel on the day and keep on going if it feels right. That's a big 10-4 Good Buddy! Places will be strictly limited so don't leave it too late to enter. Not sure? Well the beauty of this format is that you don't even need to decide on your distance in advance - simply come and run a lap and see how you feel on the day and keep on going if it feels right. Minimum distance is 3.28 miles or as far as you can go in 7 hours. Off road trail, the terrain is riverside towpath. The overall course has no elevation gain / loss making this a flat and fast route.

We all love to be beside the seaside so why not enjoy a trail run from the coast at Hornsea in East Yorkshire. You can grab yourself fish and chips and an ice cream from the front after the race. This race follows an out and back route along the scenic Trans Pennine Trail with a variety of distances to choose from. Elevation: Flat Terrain: Good Trail Feed/drink stations every 3 miles Marshalled and signed course. Toilets available in Leisure Centre Bespoke medal and lots of treats for all finishers. A day out at the seaside. Getting to us: Registration: https://w3w.co/drape.mysteries.keepers By Car: Parking close by - Council charges may apply. Car sharing is a great idea. Distances and times: Registration Opens from 8am – please allow yourself 1 hour to park, register and use the loos. Our races are licenced from the Trail Running Association 5k (8:30 start) 10k 09:00 start) 10 Miler (8:30 start) 20 Miler (8:30 start) Half Marathon (10:00 start) Marathon (2 x ½ marathon) (8:30 start)   During the race and important things to note: We try to be cup-less: Our feed stations are normally around every three miles and offer drinks and a range of food but please bring your own re-usable cup or bottle.   Headphones: Most of our courses are off road but we still prefer you not to wear earphones and due to oncourse incidents, we have taken the decision to ask you not to wear large over ear headphones. These block out any other sounds and don't allow runners to hear marshals, vehicles or other users of the route. If you do need to wear earphones, then please use bone conducting earphones or "one in one out" in ear pieces. Please note, there may will be unmarshalled road crossings.   Transfers/Deferrals: You can self-serve your transfer or deferral either on this website or “Let’s Do This” depending on where you booked. Please try not to change your event or details on the day as it causes delays and queues at registration.   We no longer mail out a race brief as most of the information is here on the website however we advise you to visit our FAQ section and join the “Grim Up North Chat” group on Facebook which will help with any other questions you have.

Join us for an awesome day of running, fun, and frolic at Alexandra Park, Oldham, as we celebrate what would have been Freddie Mercury's 80th birthday! Freddie Mercury famously adored cats and was a proud parent to 10 feline companions. He even wrote the song Delilah for one of them on Queen's Innuendo album and dedicated his solo album Mr. Bad Guy to his beloved cats. This event is our tribute to Freddie's legendary music, personality, and love of all things feline. About Alexandra Park Dating back to the 1860s, this stunning green space in North Manchester offers a challenging yet rewarding course that will test both your legs and your lungs. Fear not though - you'll get the full Phoenix Running experience, with fantastic support, plenty of laughs, and a well-stocked aid station to keep you fuelled and hydrated every step of the way. Course & Venue Predominantly tarmac route within Alexandra Park Road shoes suitable in all weather Approx. 246 ft elevation per lap (spicy after a few laps!) 1 lap = 3.28 miles Public toilets and cafe on site Distances (run as many laps as you like) Plot a Route GPS: https://www.plotaroute.com/route/3166409 Minimum distance: 1 lap is 3.28 miles 2 laps: Just over 10K - 492 ft elevation 4 laps: Half Marathon (13.1 miles) - 984 ft elevation 8 laps: Marathon (26.2 miles) - 1,968 ft elevation 9+ laps: Ultra distance Complete as many laps as you fancy within the time limit. Event Timings Registration opens: 7:30am Earliest start: 8:00am (Rock Up & Run option) Official 7-hour window: 8:30am - 3:30pm All runners must finish by 3:30pm Bibs collected on the day Parking Free public car parks around Alexandra Park On-road parking available on Queens Road and nearby streets Approx. 20-30 free spaces at Alexandra Park Car Park (off Kings Road) Please check parking restrictions to avoid fines Toilets Two sets of public toilets inside the park Open approximately 8:00am - 4:00pm Rules & Eligibility Event held under TRA and UKA rules Participants must be 18 years or over Chosen charity: TBC

The Maverick Kielder Forest Gravel 2026 SATURDAY 5 SEPTEMBER 2026 KIELDER CASTLE Celebrating a century of Kielder Forest, this is your chance to run through history. Join us for a unique trail running event on September 5th, 2026, starting from Kielder Castle. Experience the beauty of Northumberland's ancient woodlands with distances on offer for every level: 5k & 10k: A scenic run on forest trails. 21k: Test yourself on a challenging mix of terrain. Marathon: A course of fast trails and steady inclines. 50k: A celebration of the best of Kielder Forest's trails, fell running, and stunning viewpoints. With camping on offer in the heart of the forest, allowing you the opportunity to fully immerse yourself over the weekend in what Kielder Forest has to offer. Stay right at the start line and book your accommodation with Kielder Campsite, so you can fully immerse yourself in what Kielder Forest has to offer. The campsite has a range of options from camping and campervan pitches to family pods and caravans. Follow the link below to find out more information and book: kieldercampsite.co.uk/events

Trail running at its best in the Shropshire Hills Choice of Half Marathon or Marathon distance The weekend of the 7th September will see the return of one of the most epic half and full trail marathons to hit Shropshire, with runners tackling 13.1 or 26.2 miles on the beautiful Shropshire Hills and The Long Mynd. This is a single lap marathon so no loops or out and backs. The route covers a National Trust haven and the start and finish will be in Carding Mill Valley near the National Trust tea rooms. The course will be fully marked but runners should carry a map of the area. Runners will also be expected to carry a rucksack and a minimum of 500ml of water and a basic 1st aid kit. The race will start at 9am, and there will be a cut off of 7 hours for the full marathon. You must complete your first lap by 12.30PM to go out on a 2nd lap. Carding Mill Valley is just a stone’s throw from the beautiful town of Church Stretton which has a train station within a mile of the start. Price includes a blingtastic medal and well stocked aid stations out on the course. Friendly marshals included. Race HQ -Carding Mill Valley, Church Stretton, Shropshire, SY6 6JG

A very popular Marathon and Half Marathon back offering you everything North Hampshire has to offer. Thigh burning climbs with a maximum elevation of 280 m. Long fast down hill sections taking in the views of the beautiful meadows and valleys.  This event also has the Military cup. An oportunity for military units to compete for the silverware. Open to serving military personel only. Enter a team of 4 runners max per team from your unit (As many teams as you want.). Compete in the half or the marathon as a team agaisnt other teams entered. the unit with the fasted acumilated time wins the silverwear. ​TIMES. Car park opens at 0630 hrs. Marathon race briefing at 0745 hrs. Marathon starts at 0800 hrs. 7 hr cut off. Half Marathon Race briefing at 0815 hrs. Half marathon starts at 0830 hrs. 3.5 hr cut off. ​ROUTE. Marathon. 26.2 miles following the Testway up to Coombe Gibbet, the highest point in Hampshire then following the stunning tracks back to Enham through the beautiful Conholt estate and picturesque villages. Half Marathon. 13.1 mile loop following the Testway up to Hurstbourne Tarrant, then follow the stunning tracks back down to Enham. The team will be out the day before fully marking the course. ​WHAT YOU GET. Marathon. Three amazing aid stations fully stacked with all the goodies you could possibly need. Half Marathon. An amazing half way aid station fully stocked with all the goodies you could possibly need, marshalled major road crossings. full medical support along the whole route you will be looked after all the way. A perfect race for those more seasoned runners looking for a Pb and great for those looking for a challenge with generous cut offs and a chilled out family atmosphere to ensure you have a fantastic running experience. Finisher medals for all that complete the event with winner prizes for first, second and third male and female.  This event will be chip timed for instant results.