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Run Cheltenham Half Marathon

Sunday 1st September 2024

Location: Draycote Water, Rugby Map

With the start and finish line held at the stunning Racecourse on the outskirts of this beautiful regency town, participants will be able to enjoy the glorious views of the surrounding Cotswolds before heading off along tree lined roads towards the stunning Town Centre.

Through iconic locations such as Montpellier and Landsdown, before joining the old Honeybourne Line towards Pittville and back into the Racecourse for a final lap before enjoying an amazing grandstand finish. A truly amazing opportunity to see the best Cheltenham has to offer from a closed road, point of view.

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Run Thorpe Park

Sunday 1st September 2024

Deadline: Monday 29th July 2024
Location: Thorpe Park Resort, Staines Road, Chertsey KT16 8PN Map

Join us for the Run Thorpe Park series. Run a 5k or 10k around the rides and rollercoasters inside the fantastic THORPE PARK Resort and be first in line to enjoy everything the Resort has to offer.

Following the race, you will be able to make full use of the rides within the park with Theme Park access included in your race entry!

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Great Scottish Run 10K

Sunday 6th October 2024

Deadline: Friday 20th September 2024
Location: George Square, Glasgow, Scotland Map

With a city centre start and finish, the AJ Bell Great Scottish Run is a celebration of everything that makes Glasgow truly great: inspiring urban architecture, green spaces, history, music, strength, spirit and, of course, great people, personality and humour.

Thousands of runners take part each year to challenge themselves and to raise money for good causes. And Scotland’s friendliest city always delivers on the support front too, with crowds of locals turning out each year to cheer and high-five from beginning to end. Plus there’s medals, finisher t-shirts and bragging rights for all!

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Great Scottish Run Half Marathon

Sunday 6th October 2024

Deadline: Friday 20th September 2024
Location: George Square, Glasgow, Scotland Map

With a city centre start and finish, the AJ Bell Great Scottish Run is a celebration of everything that makes Glasgow truly great: inspiring urban architecture, green spaces, history, music, strength, spirit and, of course, great people, personality and humour.

Thousands of runners take part each year to challenge themselves and to raise money for good causes. And Scotland’s friendliest city always delivers on the support front too, with crowds of locals turning out each year to cheer and high-five from beginning to end. Plus there’s medals, finisher t-shirts and bragging rights for all!

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Cardiff Half Marathon

Sunday 6th October 2024

Location: Cardiff, Wales Map

Cardiff Half Marathon is taking place this October, and we'd love you to join us!

Run with the LPT team and help us provide Hair And Hope to children and young people experiencing the effects of childhood cancer

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Run Alton Towers

Saturday 16th & Sunday 17th November 2024

Location: Alton Towers Resort, Alton, Staffordshire, ST10 4DB Map

Come and join us at the UK's biggest Theme Park, Alton Towers, on Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th November 2024 for the 5k, 10k & Half Marathon event around the park.

Starting and finishing within Alton Towers Theme Park this is an event for the entire family. Open to all abilities, you can take on a chip timed 5k, 10k or Half Marathon to earn yourself a unique themed medal before enjoying the incredible rides at the park.

FREE ride access after the race is included in your entry!

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Bath Half

Sunday 16th March 2025

Location: Royal Avenue, Bath Map

Take part in one of the UK's most established road races - the Bath Half Marathon! Join 15,000 other runners on the flat, picturesque course and enjoy the electric atmosphere. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a total novice - this event is perfect for everyone.

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London Landmarks Half Marathon

Sunday 6th April 2025

Location: London Map

The London Landmarks Half Marathon is a closed road, central London run and is the only half marathon to go through both the City of London and City of Westminster..

The event is not your average half marathon! From cultural landmarks and heritage to the city's quirky and hidden secrets, runner get to explore the capital on a route like no other!

The 2023 event started on Pall Mall, finished by Downing Street and had fabulous views of London’s most iconic landmarks including Big Ben, St Paul’s Cathedral, Nelson’s Column, the Gherkin, the Shard, the Tower of London and the London Eye.

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Paris Marathon

Sunday 13th April 2025

Deadline: Thursday 31st October 2024
Location: 1 Place Charles de Gaulle, Arc de Triomphe, Paris 75008 Map

The Schneider Electric Marathon de Paris is now one of the biggest marathons in the world and perfectly combines a personal challenge with the chance to discover one of the world's greatest cities.

Race day will see you pound the pavements of the French capital's most famous avenues and plazas. Starting at the foot of the Arc de Triomphe, and finishing with views of Notre Dame and the Eiffel Tower to guide you home. Every year, this unique and spectacular setting attracts more and more entrants. There are now more than 23,000 runners from abroad, making up 40% of the field.

All runners will have to provide a medical certificate to be able to run, this can be obtained from you GP and a template for this is on the official website.

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Manchester Marathon

Sunday 27th April 2025

Location: Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester M16 0PX Map

The adidas Manchester Marathon, the UK's second largest marathon and one of Europe's largest is an iconic event drawing participants from all over the world to the vibrant streets of Greater Manchester.

We pride ourselves in welcoming all to take on our 26.2 mile challenge, from some superb elite runners, to those who thought completing a marathon would never be possible. Many regular runners find this the ideal event to get a personal best time, whilst everybody finds the incredible Mancunian support throughout the course unforgettable.

2024 saw a record-breaking 32,000 people sign up to take on the challenge, after final entries sold out months before. 2025 is set to be the biggest year yet as the event returns on Sunday 27th April.

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Hackney Half

Sunday 18th May 2025

Deadline: Friday 28th February 2025
Location: Homerton Rd, London E9 5PF Map

A Half Marathon with a difference. Set your 2025 off to the right start by calling your crew to the Wizz Air Hackney Half start line on Sunday 18th May.

Hackney Moves is the highlight of London's running calendar. This is an unforgettable weekend of movement, sport and entertainment.

Expect pure vibrancy as the borough comes alive for a weekend of celebration.

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Ford Ride London-Essex 100

Sunday 25th May 2025

Location: Embankment, London Map

The iconic Ford RideLondon-Essex 100 takes place on Sunday 25 May 2025.

The centrepiece of the world’s greatest festival of cycling, the 100-mile challenge is one of the UK’s most famous challenge rides and gives riders a unique opportunity to cycle on traffic-free roads through some of the most famous streets of London and the picturesque villages and countryside of neighbouring Essex.

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Inflatable 5K

Get ready to bounce your way through The World's BIGGEST and most EPIC Inflatable 5K Obstacle Course!

This event is takes in multiple places in the UK, and it's going to be BIGGER, BOUNCIER, and BETTER than ever before!

The excitement has been pumped up to the max, you'll be jumping, sliding, and bouncing your way to the finish line like never before.

So grab your friends, lace up your trainers, and get ready for the ultimate inflatable adventure!

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