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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.

Marathons 2025 - 2026

PHOENIX Fridays - Fiery Phoenix Friday 2025

Walton-on-Thames, Surrey
Fri 10 Oct 25
£26.00 - £33.00

PHOENIX - King of the Rungle

Walton-on-Thames, Surrey
Sat 11 Oct 25
£22.00 - £40.00

Rumble In The Jumble

Poorhouse Lane Hull HU9 5DF
Sat 11 Oct 25
£22.00

Chelmsford Marathon & Half Marathon

Central Park, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 0FQ.
Sun 12 Oct 25
£33.78 - £61.58

Scare Bear Run - North

Herrington Country Park, Chester Road, Penshaw, New Herrington, Houghton-le-Spring, DH4 7EL
Sun 12 Oct 25
£18.00 - £29.00

PHOENIX - Orca Run

Walton-on-Thames, Surrey
Sun 12 Oct 25
£22.00 - £40.00

BATTERSEA PARK RUNNING FESTIVAL

London
Sat 18 Oct 25
£7.00 - £182.00
5.0

Scare Bear Run - Wales

Dare Valley Country Park, Aberdare, CF44 7PS
Sat 18 Oct 25
£18.00 - £35.00

PHOENIX - Raging Bull Run

Walton-on-Thames, Surrey
Sat 18 Oct 25
£22.00 - £40.00

Running GP at Goodwood Motor Circuit October

Chichester, West Sussex
Sun 19 Oct 25
£30.00 - £162.00
4.5

The Yorkshire Marathon

York
Sun 19 Oct 25
£30.00
5.0

PHOENIX - Sea Turtle Run

Walton-on-Thames, Surrey
Sun 19 Oct 25
£22.00 - £40.00

Scare Bear Run 2025

The Last Hop, Unit 2, Thames Edge, 15-18 Clarence St, Staines TW18 4SU
Sat 25 Oct 25
£18.00 - £35.00

Hubble Bubble Day 1 & Ghostly 1 Mile

Leeds/Liverpool Canal, Wyther Lane, Kirkstall Leeds, LS5 3BT
Sat 25 Oct 25
£4.00 - £56.00

Running Tribe Races

Course 1,2,3 are at - Chalfont Park Sports Club Chalfont Park, Chalfont St Peter, Buckinghamshire. SL9 0QA. Course 4,5,6 are at - Chalfont St. Peter Community Centre , Chalfont St Peter, Gerrards Cross, SL9 9QX, England
Sat 25 Oct 25
£37.50

Pumpkin Plod - 5k,10k, Half Marathon, Full & Ultra Marathon

Ferry Meadows, Ham Lane, Peterborough, PE2 5UU
Sun 26 Oct 25
£21.00 - £36.00
5.0

Hubble Bubble Day 2 & Ghostly 1 Mile

Leeds/Liverpool Canal, Wyther Lane, Kirkstall Leeds, LS5 3BT
Sun 26 Oct 25
£16.00 - £56.00

Wight Lines

Hordle Cliff West, Cliff Rd, Milford on Sea, SO41 0NT
Sun 26 Oct 25
£42.13

Autumn Challenge Day 1

Exmouth, Devon
Sat 01 Nov 25
£35.00

Rocket Around The Running Track - 12 hour challenge

Wodson Park Sports Centre, Ware, Herts, SG12 0UQ
Sat 01 Nov 25
£57.50

Catherine Wheel Canter - 5k, 10k, Half, Full & Ultra Marathon

Wodson Park Sports Centre, Ware, Herts, SG12 0UQ
Sat 01 Nov 25
£25.00 - £37.50

Guy Fawkes Gallop - 5k, 10k, half marathon, full marathon & 50k Ultra

Wodson Park Sports Centre, Ware, Herts, SG12 0UQ
Sat 01 Nov 25
£25.00 - £37.50

Remember, Remember Your Legs In November

Northampton Active, Bedford Rd, Northampton NN4 7AA
Sun 02 Nov 25
£14.00 - £54.00

Wendover Woods Marathon, Half Marathon & 10k

Wendover Woods, Upper Icknield Way, Aston Clinton, HP22 5NQ
Sun 02 Nov 25
£7.68 - £48.96

Autumn Challenge Day 2

Exmouth, Devon
Sun 02 Nov 25
£35.00

Old Mother Shipton's Soft Shoe Shuffle

Knaresborough North Yorkshire, HG5 8DP
Sun 02 Nov 25
£25.00 - £56.00

Swinsty & Fewston Reservoir Autumn Day 1

Swinsty & Fewston Reservoir Car Park, North Lane, Otley, LS21 2NP
Thu 06 Nov 25
£25.00 - £41.00

Cappadocia Marathon Turkey

Nevsehir
Fri 07 Nov 25 - Tue 11 Nov 25
£25.00

PHOENIX - Lancaster Bomber Run

Walton-on-Thames, Surrey
Fri 07 Nov 25
£22.00 - £40.00

Beacons Ultra, Marathon & Half Marathon

Brecon, Powys
Sat 08 Nov 25
£20.00 - £80.00

PHOENIX - Lest We Forget - 2025

Sunbury on Thames, Middlesex
Sat 08 Nov 25
£22.00 - £39.95

Remembrance Run

Lincoln Road, Skellingthorpe, Lincoln LN6 5UU
Sat 08 Nov 25
£28.00

Remembrance Day Run - North East

Durham Amateur Rowing Club, Green Ln, Old Elvet, Durham, DH1 3JU
Sun 09 Nov 25
£18.00 - £36.00

Remembrance Run - 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon, Ultra Marathon

Ferry Meadows, Ham Lane, Peterborough, PE2 5UU
Sun 09 Nov 25
£33.00 - £36.00
5.0

PHOENIX - Remembrance Day Marathon & Half Marathon

Sunbury on Thames, Middlesex
Sun 09 Nov 25
£39.95

Remembrance Day Run - South

Wraysbury Skiff and Punting Club, Riverside, Egham, TW20 0AE
Sun 09 Nov 25
£26.00 - £38.00

Midweek Chasing Numbers Nov 2025

The Last Hop, Unit 2, Thames Edge Court, Clarence Street, Staines, TW18 4SU
Fri 14 Nov 25
£18.00 - £27.00
5.0

Smurf Run

Wraysbury Skiff and Punting Club, Riverside, Egham TW20 0AA
Sun 16 Nov 25
£18.00 - £35.00

PHOENIX - Rainbow Unicorn Run

Sunbury on Thames, Middlesex
Sun 16 Nov 25
£44.95

PHOENIX - Runbelievable - Road Runner - Day 1

Gravesend, Kent
Wed 19 Nov 25
£39.95
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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?

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?

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.