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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
World Cup winners 60th anniversary Marathon
Milton Keynes, BuckinghamshireWill Run For Ice Cream 2026
The Last Hop, Unit 2, Thames Edge Court, Clarence Street, Staines, TW18 4SURunning GP at Goodwood Motor Circuit Races & Duathlons - July 2026
Chichester, West SussexSummer Ready Run - 5k,10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon & ultra-marathon
Ferry Meadows, Ham Lane, Peterborough, PE2 5UUWorld Cup winners 60th anniversary Marathon
Milton Keynes, BuckinghamshireThe Rasselbock Run - Summer 2026
Mansfield, NottinghamshireSithee at Slawit Again
Slaithwaite Community Centre, Bank Gate, Slaithwaite, Huddersfield HD7 5DLOoops I Ran It Again
The Last Hop, Unit 2, Thames Edge Court, Clarence Street, Staines, TW18 4SUSnowdonia Trail Marathon Eryri
Caernarfon, GwyneddNorfolk Festival Of Running - 5k,10k, Half Marathon, Full & Ultra-Marathon
Bawsey Country Park, PE32 1EPRasselbock Marathon and Half Marathon 2026
Mansfield, NottinghamshireBigHeat "CAMP-FIRE"
Mill Farm, Lurgashall, Petworth GU28 9ERThe Railway Run Marathon, Half Marathon & 50km
Milton Keynes, BuckinghamshireRevesby Running Festival
Revesby Estate (North), Revesby, Boston. PE22 7NUFormula One Marathons, Half Marathon & 50km
Milton Keynes, BuckinghamshireOoops I Ran It Again - North
Herrington Country Park, Chester Road, Penshaw, New Herrington, Houghton-le-Spring, DH4 7ELGreat Barrow Challenge - 10 events in 10 days
Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AXGreat Barrow Challenge Day 2 - 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon or Ultra Marathon
Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AXMidweek Medal Madness Run - July
Wraysbury Skiff and Punting Club, Riverside, Egham TW20 0AAGreat Barrow Challenge Day 3 - 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon or Ultra Marathon
Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AXOoops I Ran It Again - Wales
Dare Valley Country Park, Aberdare, CF44 7PSThe Rasselbock 545
Oxford, OxfordshireGreat Barrow Challenge Day 4 - 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon or Ultra Marathon
Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AXGreat Barrow Challenge Day 5 - 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon or Ultra Marathon
Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AXGreat Barrow Challenge Day 6 - 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon or Ultra Marathon
Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AXGreat Barrow Challenge Day 7 - 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon or Ultra Marathon
Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AXGreat Barrow Challenge Day 8 - 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon or Ultra Marathon
Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AXGreat Barrow Challenge Day 9 - 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon or Ultra Marathon
Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AXWind in the Pillows Marathons & Half marathon
Milton Keynes, BuckinghamshireGreat Barrow Challenge Day 10 - 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon or Ultra Marathon
Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AXTHE DARTMOOR CROSSING & GREAT ESCAPE
Ivybridge, DevonRUNNING GP BEDFORD AUTODROME
Bedford, BedfordshireMidweek Chasing Numbers Aug 2026
Wraysbury Skiff and Punting Club, Riverside, Egham TW20 0AAThe Ultra Loop - Run As Many 5km Loops As You Can in 8 hours
Leeds, West YorkshirePHOENIX - The Painted Cow Run
Dorking, SurreyThe Medal Madness – Summer 2026
Heanor, DerbyshireGreat British Bake Run 2026
The Last Hop, Unit 2, Thames Edge, 15-18 Clarence St, Staines TW18 4SUPHOENIX - Prosecco Run
Dorking, SurreyMidweek Medal Madness Run August 2026
Wraysbury Skiff and Punting Club, Riverside, Egham TW20 0AATwo Tunnels Railway Races (Ultra, Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km, 5km, Colourburst)
Bath, Bath and North East Somerset
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.