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Running a full marathon is still the classic test for any runner. 26.2 miles (42km) is short enough to be achievable by most people - after a lot of hard training - but definitely long enough and tough enough to make it one of life's most memorable experiences.
From small, locally organised marathons, to the biggest races on the globe, attracting tens of thousands of runners, the Find a Race event calendar lists over 200 marathons every year all over the UK and beyond. So whether you’re looking for your nearest trail marathon or the buzz of a big-city road-race, check out our comprehensive 2025 - 2026 marathon list below: and hit the “Refine” button above to tailor your search.
Looking for a marathon outside the UK? Check out our list of International Marathons. If 26.2 miles doesn't feel tough enough, think about trying a challenging Ultra Marathon. And if you're not quite ready for a Full Marathon yet? See our Half Marathon Calendar.
Fancy an active trip away? Check out our Running Holidays page which lists international running trips and breaks. Or if you're looking for a great running challenge that you can take part in from anywhere, check out our virtual running events.
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Marathons 2025 - 2026
MBNA Chester Marathon
Chester, CheshireEdinburgh Marathon Festival - Marathon
Edinburgh, MidlothianGreat Barrow Challenge Day 3
Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AXThe Big Cake Run
The Last Hop, Unit 2, Thames Edge, 15-18 Clarence St, Staines TW18 4SUGreat Barrow Challenge Day 4
Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AXGreat Barrow Challenge Day 5
Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AXGreat Barrow Challenge Day 6
Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AXGreat Barrow Challenge Day 7
Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AXGreat Barrow Challenge Day 8
Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AXMidweek Chasing Numbers Aug 2025
Wraysbury Skiff and Punting Club, Riverside, Egham TW20 0AAGreat Barrow Challenge Day 9
Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AXFootball League Original 12 Run
Milton Keynes, BuckinghamshireGreat Barrow Challenge Day 10
Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AXThe Copy Cat Run
The Last Hop, Unit 2, Thames Edge, 15-18 Clarence St, Staines TW18 4SUBlimey it's Blistering at Bingley Again
Fisherman’s Inn, Wagon Lane, Bingley BD16 1TSRUNNING GP BEDFORD AUTODROME
Bedford, BedfordshireThe Ultra Loop - Run As Many 5km Loops As You Can in 8 hours
Leeds, West YorkshireBrecon Beacons Trails
Brecon, Talybont-on-Usk, PowysPHOENIX - The Painted Cow Run
Dorking, SurreyGreat British Bake Run
The Last Hop, Unit 2, Thames Edge, 15-18 Clarence St, Staines TW18 4SUPHOENIX - Prosecco Run
Dorking, SurreyPierrepont Plod - Summer 2025
Nottingham, NottinghamshireMidweek Medal Madness Run August
Wraysbury Skiff & Punting Club, Egham, TW20 0AEVJ Day Challenge
Poorhouse Lane Hull HU9 5DFYou Crazy Fool Run
The Last Hop, Unit 2, Thames Edge, 15-18 Clarence St, Staines TW18 4SUThe Big Pilgrimage
Mayflower Park, Town Quay, Southampton, SO14 2AQTwo Tunnels Railway Races (Ultra, Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km, 5km, Colourburst)
Bath, Bath and North East SomersetThe Medal Madness - Summer 2025
Heanor, DerbyshirePHOENIX - Summer Marathon & Half Marathon
Sunbury on Thames, MiddlesexPHOENIX - Area 50-Run
Walton-on-Thames, SurreyGNR & Time Turner 2025 - Durham
Durham Amateur Rowing Club, Green Ln, Old Elvet, Durham, DH1 3JUPHOENIX - 2 Weird 2 Run
Walton-on-Thames, SurreyPHOENIX - Summer Sun - Day 1
Gravesend, KentSomething Wild Festival
Hope Cove, Kingsbridge, Devon, TQ7 3HWLucky Clover - 5k, 10k, Half marathon, Full or Ultra
Suffolk Running Centre, IP29 5AXPHOENIX - Summer Sun - Day 2
Gravesend, KentWill Run For Ice Cream - Wales
Dare Valley Country Park, Aberdare, CF44 7PSHip Hip Hooray it's Hornsea Day 1
Hornsea East Yorkshire HU18 1PZHip Hip Hooray it's Hornsea Day2
Hornsea East Yorkshire HU18 1PZPHOENIX - Summer Sun - Day 3
Gravesend, KentRunning GP Oulton Park Races & Duathlon
Tarporley, Cheshire West and ChesterPHOENIX - Summer Sun - Day 4
Gravesend, Kent
How long do you train for a marathon?
How long do you train for a marathon?
The typical training duration for a marathon is usually around 16 to 20 weeks. During this period, runners focus on gradually preparing their hearts, muscles, and mind for the physical and mental demands of the race. It is crucial to follow a well-structured training plan that gradually increases the intensity, allowing for improvements in fitness and endurance.
Marathon events shouldn’t be taken lightly - training should last around 16-20 weeks to allow the body to gradually improve cardiovascular fitness, strengthen muscles and learn how to mentally manage a long-distance run. As a rough guide, you should be looking to run 4 or 5 days a week logging around 45 miles. Your training runs will never be quite as long as the full race and it is a great idea to incorporate cross-training to help build speed and endurance.
How long will it take me to run a marathon?
How long will it take me to run a marathon?
In 2022 the average male finish time for the London marathon was 4hr 21 minutes with the average female finish time only just behind this at 4hr 57 minutes. For many marathon runners, a great aim is to finish under 4 hours, however, this isn’t easily achieved - especially if it is your first time running a race of this distance.
Are there any races longer than a Marathon?
Are there any races longer than a Marathon?
If you’re looking for an even bigger challenge, Ultra Marathons might just be for you. Anything above the traditional 26.2 miles is considered an Ultra Marathon, with common distances including 50k, 100k, 50 miles or 100 miles.