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It’s a new year with fresh goals to aim for. So why not set a challenge… to kick-start your running, to earn an epic medal, to be part of something special, to run your city! Join thousands of your friends and neighbours at a Great Run event near you, running through the heart of some of the UK’s most iconic cities. Each event has decades of history, the biggest and most celebrated event in the region, a must-do event in the running calendar.
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Great Birmingham Run
Birmingham’s biggest and best running event is back in 2022. For the first time the 10k and HM will take place on the same day.
Junior & Mini Great Birmingham Run
Make it a family event. The Junior & Mini Great Birmingham Run takes place on the same day as the Great Birmingham Run.
Great Manchester Run
Take your place on the 10k or HM start line, and soak up the unbeatable atmosphere. If you're going to do a run in Manchester, make it the greatest!
Junior & Mini Great Manchester Run
Don't leave it all to the grown ups, come and get involved in the Junior & Mini Great Manchester Run.
Great North Run
57,000 determined and dedicated runners make the Great North Run the World’s biggest and best half marathon.
Junior & Mini Great North Run
The Worlds biggest and best kids running event is back in 2022. Sign up to the reminder service to be notified when entries open.
Great North 5k
Soak up the atmosphere and join us for a fun and fast 5k on the Friday of the Great North Run weekend.
Great North 10k
Test yourself on the slog of the Tyne at the Great North 10k.
Great North Family Run
A run for the whole family, taking place on the Great North 10k weekend.
Great Bristol Run
Bristol’s much-loved running event returns to the city’s streets in 2022, with the 10k and HM taking place on the same day.
Great Bristol Family Run
Make it a family event with the 1 mile family run at the Great Bristol Run weekend.
Great Scottish Run
Scotland’s biggest running celebration returns to Glasgow in October 2022.
Junior & Mini Great Scottish Run
Make it a fun day out for the whole family. The Junior & Mini Great Scottish Run returns to Glasgow on 1 October 2022!
Great South Run
The Great South Run is the south coasts biggest and best running weekend and not to be missed! Take on the 5k or 10 mile in 2022, Entries are now open!
Junior & Mini Great South Run
Mini 1.5k & Junior 2.5k. Make it a Great day out for all the family in Portsmouth, the UK's best waterfront city.
Train
Whether you’re training for your first event or have your eye on a half marathon PB we’re here to support you every step of the way. Browse our training advice, learn how to get the most out of your running and download a training plan here.
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Five Workouts You Can Do At Home
Getting the opportunity to fit exercise into your schedule at the moment can be a challenge - here's our tips to get the most out of your sessio…
Top Reasons To Run this Christmas
Six reasons to prove why your Christmas Day run could be one of the most enjoyable ones of the year…
Running Through The Winter
Keeping moving and running through the winter months can be both rewarding and fun when you follow these few basic tips and keep yourself both s…
Blow Off The Cobwebs!
Check out our top tips to keep you running this Autumn…
Keeping hydrated goes a long way
All experienced runners know that getting your body prepared for any big event is a must. Whether it’s training, stretching, or preventing injur…
Running and sustainability
As sports go, running is naturally sustainable. All you need is a pair of trainers and off you go. But there are ways you can go that extra mile…
Essential Prehab – Rehab Preparation
It’s important to properly prepare and rehabilitate yourself following injury to help you go the distance.
Improve Your Running Technique
Anyone can put one foot in front of the other, but to run with good technique or 'form' takes a little skill and practice.
Monitor Your Training
By keeping a track of your training activity, you can monitor your progression and identify what works for you.
Why Warming Up And Cooling Down Is Vital
Warming up and cooling down are essential to ensure your body is ready to run and recovers well. Here, physiotherapist Paul Hobrough explains ho…
Stay Positive
Regardless of the circumstances around us, we can influence how we respond to any situation. Read our tips to help you stay positive and look af…
Hydration Tips Ahead Of Your Great Run
It's important that your body stays hydrated – keeps the right level of water – so that it can function properly.
How To Avoid A Stitch
YOU’RE powering your way through a run or workout when suddenly you are gripped with a stabbing pain that threatens to bring all your efforts to…
How To Run A 10K Pb
Keen to clock your fastest ever 10k this spring? Want to run so well that your social media will explode with likes? Ready to turn the tarmac be…
Should I Eat Breakfast Before An Early Morning Run?
Most of us need to eat something to kick our body and brain into action…
Keeping Cool In Fancy Dress
Every year we see hundreds of you dressing up for your chosen charities. So whether you’re wearing an inflatable T-Rex costume or a Panda onesie…
Plan Your Ultimate Training Diet
Fuelling your body to train well on a daily basis is essential.
Setting Goals? Stay Motivated With These Tips
Tips to help you ride the motivation wave…
How Does Gait Analysis Help Me As A Runner?
Gait analysis can identify bad habits which can lead to injury. Here is our handy guide from physiotherapist and runner Jenny Blizard…
What To Eat To Fuel Your Run
The best advice when training is to stick a healthy, balanced diet.
We’ve got news!
Let’s Do This, an innovative platform that is changing the way people find and enter events, has become our new booking partner.
All your Great Run entries will now be taken through the platform, which has seen investment from likes of sporting superstars, Usain Bolt and Paula Radcliffe. We’re excited to welcome Let’s Do This to the Great Run family and continue improving the booking experience for our customers.
