Running Road Running Events 2026–2027

Join us for the Battersea Park 10k and Half Marathon on Saturday 8th August 2026 Back by popular demand, the Battersea Park Half Marathon returns August 2026 for another flat and fast race through one of London’s most scenic parks. Ideal for runners of all abilities, the course consists of multiple laps around the tree-lined paths of Battersea Park, offering the perfect environment to chase a PB or complete your first 13.1 miles. With a supportive atmosphere and a beautiful riverside backdrop, it’s a fantastic way to welcome the spring racing season. With RunThrough you can expect a friendly team of marshals to help guide you round the course and cheer you on to the finish, a lively and well-serviced event village with plenty of food and drink options including free goodies from our partners at the finish line after your hard effort. Race Distance & Start Times 10:30 am - Half Marathon 11:15 am - 10k Terrain - Tarmac Laps 8.75 - Half Marathon 4 - 10k

We're absolutely delighted to be back at the wonderful Denbies Wine Estate for our summer 'Denbies Double' on our usual running weekend in August. We're kicking things off with our very popular 'Painted Cow' run inspired by the Denbies painted cows located outside the garden shop. In 2026 well be making a medal out of the 'other' cow and the medal really is epic. 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, looped course around the beautiful Denbies Wine Estate within the overall 7 hour time limit. We welcome all abilities of runner - complete one loop 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 7 hour time limit and everyone gets the fabulous bespoke finishers' medal. We also operate our uniquely flexible 'rock up and run' start times within a 1.5 hour start window, so no waiting around if you arrive early and no added pressure if you're running a bit late. If you have any special start time requirements then just get in touch because depending on the distance you are planning to run we can pretty much accommodate all start time requests. Whilst Phoenix Running is very much about the bling and our medals are second to none, we're also acutely conscious that events can be expensive to enter and times are tough right now. We're now in our 11th year of fixed prices for our standard themed events, but to try and do our bit we're trailing a 'no medal' entry option at a flat £22. We cover our base costs, you get a run with all the usual Phoenix support, epic aid station, same day results published, athletes profiles, Phoenix World, digital BIBs, digital finishers certificates, etc, etc but without a medal we can keep the price low for this entry option. 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. Places will be strictly limited so don't leave it too late to enter. Minimum distance is 3.28 miles or as far as you can go in 7 hours. Off road trail, through the wine estate with the odd hill thrown in. Undulating and hilly.

Join us for Tatton Park 5k & 10k on Saturday 8th August 2026 Come and join us for the return of the Tatton 5k & 10k. This undulating, road closed race set at the beautiful Tatton Park in Cheshire is a perfect opportunity to set yourself a personal best over the 5k or 10k distance. The races start, run around the roads inside and finish within the park's grounds. The races are accurately measured and chip timed. Start Times 08:45 am - 10k 09:05 am - 5k Race End 11:00 am

Join us for the Newbury Racecourse Half Marathon, 10k & 5k on Sunday 9th August 2026 This popular event returns to the RunThrough calendar in 2026. Join us for a flat and fast 5k, 10k & HM course in Newbury with great PB potential! Each kilometre is accurately marked out with signposts and we have a great team of helpers to encourage you on your way to the finish line! The route is a looped course, with 1 lap for the 5k, 2 laps for the 10k & 4 laps plus a mini lap for the half marathon. RACE DISTANCE & START TIMES: 10:00 am - Half Marathon Elevation - 30m | 4 laps + Mini loop | Terrain - Road 11:00 am - 10k & 5k 10K | Elevation - 16m | Laps - 2 | Terrain - Road 5K | Elevation - 6m | Lap - 1 | Terrain - Road RACE END 13:30 pm

We're absolutely delighted to be back at the wonderful Denbies Wine Estate for our summer Prosecco Run and our usual running weekend in August. It's not all about wine this weekend because they do a rather lovely Prosecco too! What more could you want - Prosecco and running! We'll also have a brand new colour version of the epic medal. 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, looped course around the beautiful Denbies Wine Estate within the overall 7 hour time limit. We welcome all abilities of runner - complete one loop 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 7 hour time limit and everyone gets the fabulous bespoke finishers' medal. We also operate our uniquely flexible 'rock up and run' start times within a 1 hour start window, so no waiting around if you arrive early and no added pressure if you're running a bit late. If you have any special start time requirements then just get in touch because depending on the distance you are planning to run we can pretty much accommodate all start time requests. Whilst Phoenix Running is very much about the bling and our medals are second to none, we're also acutely conscious that events can be expensive to enter and times are tough right now. We're now in our 9th year of fixed prices for our standard themed events, but to try and do our bit we're trailing a 'no medal' entry option at a flat £22. We cover our base costs, you get a run with all the usual Phoenix support, epic aid station, same day results published, athletes profiles, Phoenix World, digital BIBs, digital finishers certificates, etc, etc but without a medal we can keep the price low for this entry option. 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. Places will be strictly limited so don't leave it too late to enter. Minimum distance is 3.28 miles or as far as you can go in 7 hours. Off road trail, through the wine estate with the odd hill thrown in. Undulating and hilly.

We'd love you to join us in Grafham Water for our Games Run. An event inspired by classic family board games from yester year. 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 around Grafham Water. 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 6 hour time limit and everyone gets the fabulous bespoke finishers' medal. We also operate our uniquely flexible 'rock up and run' start times within a 1 hour start window, so no waiting around if you arrive early and no added pressure if you're running a bit late. Not sure how far you wish to run? 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. Places will be strictly limited so don't leave it too late to enter. Start anytime between 08:00am and 9:00am (registration open from 7.30am). Minimum distance is 3.28 miles or as far as you can go in 6 hours. Tarmac cycle paths and small section of gravel path. The overall course has minimal elevation gain / loss making this a relatively flat and fast route. Please note, as per UK Athletics rules, distance restrictions apply to participants ages 20 or under, for more information please read our full terms & conditions available here - https://www.phoenixrunning.co.uk/tandc We provide a physical running service and by entering our events you are purchasing an actual run, either by attending our events or by running the event virtually yourself. All participants in our events, both attended and virtual, will receive a free giveaway medal / memento from your run

Prepare to be captivated as this popular 10k Kentish racing gem returns to sparkle for another year!      Sunday 9 August, 10:00    Mount Ephraim Gardens, Kent    10k & Junior Run    Country Lanes, Undulating Overview Described by RunABC as an 'absolute gem', this beautiful 10k course takes runners along the quiet contry lanes around the stunning estate at Mount Ephraim Gardens. The race has grown in notoriety and kudos in recent years, attracting both club runners and those running for the sheer love of a race. And, for aspiring young races, the event also boasts a dedicated Junior run so that they experience the buzz of race day for themselves. As runners of all abilities take on this 10k dash they will marvel at the breathtaking views of rolling Kent countryside that take them all the way to the finish line. So, grab your running shoes and pop this one in the diary; you won't want to miss this incredibly special racing gem.  Route Information View and download detailed route maps (including GPX files):   Running for a Cause  Your entry will help to raise valuable funds for our 2026 partner charity, Oasis Domestic Abuse Services. Home should be a safe place for everyone. Sadly, for thousands across Kent & Medway, it isn't. Each year, Oasis helps over 1500 adults and 350 children who have been affect by domestic abuse. They aim to end violence and abuse, and spread the message that Love Shouldn't Hurt.  Race Highlights •    Gorgeous rural route & location •    Junior Run •    Raises funds for Oasis Domestic Abuse Services •    Summer racing joy What’s Included •    Bespoke medal •    Free photographs •    Trophies & prizes for leading runners •    Free parking •    Includes entry into Mount Ephraim Gardens On-the-Day Entry Fee (subject to availability) •    10k: £30 •    Junior Run: £7 Event information will be sent out to all registered entrants prior to race day

JOIN US FOR THE NEXT CHASE THE SUN 5K,10K & 10 MILE AT HEATON PARK ON WEDNESDAY 12TH AUGUST 2026! Come and join us for the Chase The Sun 5k, 10k & 10 mile in Heaton Park on Wednesday 12th August 2026, starting at 6:30pm. This large park, just north of Manchester and home to a Grade 1 listed neoclassical 18th century house, is the perfect setting for a fun and frantic day out. Running on the paths within Heaton Park, this race is a great opportunity for a chip timed personal best. There will be refreshments and a fantastic themed Heaton Park medal. Battle to get around the course to the finish line before the sun goes down – play it safe and fly round the 5k to finish before sunset or go for the extra challenge of the 10k or 10 mile. 10 mile – 6:30pm 10k – 7:00pm 5k- 7:10pm Each kilometre will be accurately marked out and we have plenty of helpers to keep you quite literally on track and encourage you on your way to that finish line. Come and join us for a unique race you will not forget!

Lovely evening out and back event 5k & 10 in the village of Slaithwaite, (Slawit). 10k starts at 18:45 5k starts at 19:00 BBQ, beer and a jumble medal and of course great company. You can pay on the day or pay online, the choice is yours, just rock up n run.

Join us for Chesptow Runing Festival Half Marathon, 10k & 5k on Saturday 15th 2026 A unique mass-participation 5k, 10km and half marathon race around the grounds of the impressive and iconic Chepstow Racecourse. Race Start Time & Distances 09:30 am - Half Marathon Elevation: 715 Terrain: Road/Gravel 10:15 am - 10k 2 Laps Elevation: 182 Terrain: Road/Gravel 10:25 am - 5k 1 Lap Elevation: 191 Terrain: Road/Gravel

Join us for the Newark Half Marathon on Sunday 16 August 2026 Take on a fast, road-closed Half Marathon with start on Hawton Road and a memorable finish in Sconce & Devon Park. The course heads out from Newark onto quiet country roads around Hawton and Cotham, creating the ideal setting to lock into pace and chase a PB. This historic race dates back to 1982 and continues to deliver a brilliant summer running experience. Race Distance & Start Times 09:00 am | 1 Lap

With a seriously flat & rapid route - if you want to set a personal best for a half marathon, then this is the event for you. Starting conveniently just outside Edinburgh, you run along the magnificent East Lothian Golf Coast before finishing in the final furlong at Musselburgh Racecourse.