The marathon distance is 26.2 miles, or 42.2km. They are often seen as one of the main goals in a runner's lifetime. Completing one is a real feat of mental and physical resilience, and requires a serious amount of commitment and training if you are seeking a bragworthy time. Most marathons in the UK take part in the major cities, taking you through streets lined with cheering crowds and a vibrant atmosphere and passing historic landmarks. The London Marathon is the most famous of these, and is one of the six world marathon majors. Other marathons might take you out of the city and into the UK's stunning rural scenery. Some routes take in the national parks or the rugged coasts, so these races are a great way to see some incredible views while also achieving something incredible. Marathons are also amazing fundraising opportunities if you're feeling charitable. The London Marathon has raised over £1 billion since it started in 1981.
111events found
25
Sun, Apr 25, 2027
London, GB • Run 26.2mi - Run 26.2mi
5.0
4
Sun, Apr 4, 2027
Brighton and Hove, GB • Run 10km - Run 26.2mi
18
Sun, Apr 18, 2027
Newport, GB • Run - Run 26.2mi
4.7(20)
27
Sun, Sep 27, 2026 + more
Inverness, GB • Run 0.8km - Run 42.2km
24
Sat, Oct 24, 2026
London, GB • Run - Run 26.2mi
25
Sun, Apr 25, 2027
Stratford-upon-Avon, GB • Run 13.1mi - Run 26.2mi
26
Sat, Sep 26, 2026
Dorney, GB • Run 5km - Run 26.2mi
4.6(42)
1
Sun, Nov 1, 2026
Little Budworth, GB • Run - Run 26.2mi
22
Sun, Nov 22, 2026
Delamere, GB • Run - Run 26.2mi
11
Sun, Apr 11, 2027
Southampton, GB • Run 1mi - Run 1 hour
10
Sat, Jul 10, 2027
Gwynedd, GB • Run 10km - Run 55km
1
Sun, Nov 1, 2026
Dalton-on-Tees, GB • Run - Run 26.2mi
20
Sun, Sep 20, 2026
Morecambe, GB • Run 10km - Run 26.2mi
4.5(107)
20
Sun, Sep 20, 2026
Houghton le Spring, GB • Run 5km - Run 7 hours
20
Sun, Sep 20, 2026
Didmarton, GB • Run 2km - Run 26.2mi
4.2
26
Sat, Sep 26, 2026
Northampton, GB • Run 5km - Run 7 hours
27
Sun, Sep 27, 2026
Billingford, GB • Run 5km - Run 27mi
2
Fri, Oct 2, 2026
Loggans, GB • Run 26.2mi - Run 78.6mi
4
Sun, Oct 4, 2026
London, GB • Run 10km - Run 26.2mi
11
Sun, Oct 11, 2026 + 4 more
Chichester, GB • Run - Run 50km
4.5(26)
11
Sun, Oct 11, 2026
Bath, GB • Run 2km - Run 50km
5.0
18
Sun, Oct 18, 2026
Ely, GB • Run 10km - Run 8 hours and 30 minutes
7
Sat, Nov 7, 2026
Walton-on-Thames, GB • Run 7 hours - Run 7 hours
8
Sun, Nov 8, 2026
Walton-on-Thames, GB • Run 13.1mi - Run 26.2mi
14
Sat, Nov 14, 2026
West Bridgford, GB • Run 5km - Run 7 hours
28
Sat, Nov 28, 2026
Walton-on-Thames, GB • Run 21km - Run 42km
13
Sun, Dec 13, 2026
Brandon, GB • Run 5km - Run 27mi
19
Sat, Dec 19, 2026
Bury Saint Edmunds, GB • Run 5km - Run 6 hours
30
Wed, Dec 30, 2026
Walton-on-Thames, GB • Run 5km - Run 7 hours
1
Fri, Jan 1, 2027
Staines-upon-Thames, GB • Run 5km - Run 7 hours
23
Sat, Jan 23, 2027
King's Lynn, GB • Run 5km - Run 50km
21
Sun, Feb 21, 2027
Brandon, GB • Run 5km - Run 27mi
26
Fri, Mar 26, 2027
Caldecotte, GB • Run 13.1mi - Run 26.2mi
26
Fri, Mar 26, 2027
Bury Saint Edmunds, GB • Run 6 hours - Run 6 hours
