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Beginner friendly races

All the talk of marathons at this time of year can be a little intimidating. The truth is whether you're running around the park or running across a country it's all about our own goals. Here's 6 beginner friendly races for anyone nearer the start of their racing journey.

Race for Life London - Regent's Park 5k

The 5k is an achievable distance and a good first challenge for most people. At just over 3 miles it can take about an hour to walk on average, but there's no pressure to finish in a certain time. Go at your own pace to help fund life-saving cancer research.

Race for Life London - Regent's Park 5k

PHOENIX Fridays - Summer Fun Friday

Continuing the 'PHOENIX Fridays' - a series of Friday running events with flexible 'rock up and run' start times to suit you, here's our 'Summer Fun Friday' - Thank Phoenix it's Friday!. These events are a little smaller than our weekend events and the entry fee a little less than our standard theme...

Sunbury on Thames

PHOENIX Fridays - Summer Fun Friday

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London 1.5k, 5k, 10k and Half Marathon MoRun

IT'S TIME TO GET MOVING, GET TOGETHER AND GET MORUNNING! MoRunning is BACK! Bringing MoBros, MoSistas, families, friends and Mini MoRunners together for an unforgettable celebration of running, community and men's health. No pressure. No need to be an athlete. Just bring the energy, bring your smile...

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London 1.5k, 5k, 10k and Half Marathon MoRun

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The Cardiff Triathlon & Duathlon

Situated in the renowned Cardiff Bay, this triathlon & duathlon stands out as a truly memorable city race on the calendar. The event village and transition area are located on Roald Dahl Plass, right in front of the Wales Millennium Centre. Securing your spot in the Cardiff Triathlon & Duathlon not...

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The Cardiff Triathlon & Duathlon

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Railway Run 5k

Join us for our fun & social Railway 5km with bespoke medals featuring not just one classic iconic steam Locomotive but 2 as we showcase both the Mallard & Coronation Scot Race numbers can be collected from 10.35am with a walk to the start at 10.55am for a 11am start. One hour time limit welcoming e...

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Railway Run 5k

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Run for Ice Cream - 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon, Ultra Marathon

Back for its 2nd year but at another venue! Come take in the beautiful surroundings of Thetford Forest and be rewarded with a medal and ice cream at the finish. LOCATION: Brandon Country Park, Bury Road, Brandon, Suffolk, IP27 0SU Brandon Country Park is in the very heart of Thetford Forest. It's a...

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