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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 2026 - 2027 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 2026 - 2027
MK Marathon Weekend
Stadium MK, Stadium Way Milton Keynes, BUCKS MK1 1ST United KingdomRocky at 50 Run - Wales
Dare Valley Country Park, Aberdare, CF44 7PSRame Head Race
Mount Edgecumbe, Cremyl, Torpoint, PL10 1HXSnowdonia Trail Marathon Eryri
Caernarfon, GwyneddPHOENIX - Chocothon
Walton-on-Thames, SurreyThe Wensum Way Trail - 5k,10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon & Ultra
Billingford Lakes, North Elmham Road, NR20 4RGAtlantic Coast Challenge
Hayle, CornwallMidweek Chasing Numbers Oct 2026
Wraysbury Skiff and Punting Club, Riverside, Egham TW20 0AAAltra Kielder Marathon Weekend 2026
Hexham, NorthumberlandDoughnut Dash - Wales
Dare Valley Country Park, Aberdare, CF44 7PSThe Maverick South Downs Trail
Horndean, HampshireThe East Coast "Chuffer"
Peasholm Park, N Bay Promenade, Scarborough YO12 7TR - Next to Peasholm Drive. What3Words ///unions.awards.listsThe Autumn Lucky Dip Run
The Last Hop, Unit 2, Thames Edge Court, Clarence Street, Staines, TW18 4SUThe Isle of Wight Marathon
Isle of Wight Community Club, Park Road Cowes, Isle of Wight, PO31 7NPRobin Challenge
Sence ValleyAutumn Challenge Day 1
Exmouth, DevonThe South Hams Ultra
Mothecombe car park, Flete Estate Plymouth PL8 1LBRhino Run
Lincoln Road, Skellingthorpe, Lincoln LN6 5UURun Scotland Rannoch Marathon / Half Marathon / 10K
Pitlochry, PerthshireMBNA Chester Marathon
Chester, CheshireAutumn Challenge Day 2
Exmouth, DevonScare Bear Run 2026 - North
Durham Amateur Rowing Club, Green Ln, Old Elvet, Durham DH1 3JUBath & Bristol Railway Races; 50km, Marathon, 25km, Half, 10km & 2km Fun Run
Bath, AvonRunning GP at Goodwood Motor Circuit October
Chichester, West SussexChelmsford Marathon & Half Marathon
Central Park, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 0FQ.Scare Bear Run 2026 - Wales
Dare Valley Country Park, Aberdare, CF44 7PSTop Gun 40th Anniversary Marathons & Half Marathons
Milton Keynes, BuckinghamshireThe Yorkshire Marathon
YorkThe Ultra Loop - Run As Many 6km Loops As You Can in 8 hours
Northwich, CheshireOld Mother Shipton's Soft Shoe Shuffle
The Start of the Beryl Burton Cycleway, in the park, not at Mother Shiptons Cave, KnaresboroughPhoenix South Wales - Aberfan Memorial Run
Merthyr Tydfil, Mid GlamorganThe Halloween 7in7
Ross-on-Wye, HerefordshireYeti Marathon Nepal
ManangStreet Child Sierra Leone Marathon & Cycle Challenge 2026
Bombali, NorthernBATTERSEA PARK RUNNING FESTIVAL
LondonScare Bear Run 2026
The Last Hop, Unit 2, Thames Edge Court, Clarence Street, Staines, TW18 4SUWindsor Dorney Lakeside Marathon
Dorney Lake, Off Court Lane, Windsor, Berks, SL4 6QPPumpkin Plod: 5k,10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon & ultra-marathon
Ferry Meadows, Ham Lane, Peterborough, PE2 5UUWight Lines
Hurst Rd, Milford on Sea, Lymington SO41 0PYThe Pumpkin Marathon & Spooky Halloween Challenge
Burroughs Bank, Lightmoor, Telford, TF4 3QSHubble Bubble & Ghostly 1 Mile
Leeds/Liverpool Canal, Wyther Lane, Kirkstall Leeds, LS5 3BTRosliston Rumble: Weekend Edition – Autumn 2026
Swadlincote, DerbyshireSpooky Challenge Day 1
Bridestow, DevonPHOENIX Cambridgeshire Halloween Run
St Neots, Cambridgeshire
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.