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Well Run X Hawkstones 10k, 5k & 1k

CHELTENHAM · 69 km away

JUL 4

Run · road · 5K

AVR Westbury 5K July

Westbury · 52 km away

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Viaduct Run - Ras Draphont

Newport · 24 km away

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Heddington 5K Series Race 2

Heddington · 52 km away

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Ooops I Ran It Again - Wales

Aberdare CF44 7PS · 57 km away

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AUG 11

Run · road · 5K

Bath Two Tunnels Railway Races - August 2026

Bath BA2 1LX · 33 km away

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AVR Westbury 5K August

Westbury · 52 km away

Run · trail · 5K

GWR Towpath Series Race 4

Bristol · 20 km away

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South West Spartan Event Weekend

Badminton · 27 km away

Run · road · 5K

Frome Running Festival

Frome · 49 km away

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Lockleaze Sports Centre Community Fun Run

Bristol BS7 9XF · 15 km away

Run · road · 5K

Two Tunnels Railway Races (Ultra, Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km, 5km, Colourburst)

Bath · 32 km away

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Cardiff Running Festival

Cardiff CF10 3ER · 40 km away

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Great British Bake Run - Wales

Aberdare CF44 7PS · 57 km away

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Cardiff Pentath-Run (CPR)

Cardiff · 39 km away

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Bridgwater Half Marathon

Bridgwater · 60 km away

SEP 3

Run · road · 5K

Saltfest 5k 2025

DROITWICH · 80 km away

Run · road · 5K

Westonbirt Arboretum Half, 10km, 5km & 1 Mile Fun Run

Tetbury · 34 km away

Run · road · 5K

Charlton Hayes 5k and 10k Fun Run

Bristol BS34 · 12 km away

Gloucester · 80 km

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Recurring 5K races near Gloucester

Races that repeat — weekly, monthly or yearly

Doughnut Dash - Wales

Run as far as you can in seven hours in Dare Valley Country Park. You'll receive a goody bag and a themed medal.

Black To The Trails 2026

Make history at the world's most ethnically diverse trail running event. The atmosphere and scenery suit all abilities. A 1K run is available for the whole family at Black To The Trails.

Scare Bear Run 2026 - Wales

Scare Bear Run is a themed running event in Wales, centered on a 7-hour time challenge. Participants select their own distance, starting with a minimum of 3km and adding laps as desired within the time limit. A lap is 4.37 miles (7km), though the organizer might use a 3.28-mile loop if course conditions necessitate. Runners of all abilities are welcome, including walkers. The finisher's reward is a medal inspired by the Care Bears.

Cardiff 1.5k, 5k, 10k & Half Marathon MoRun

MoRun Cardiff is a Movember running event held at Coopers Field in Bute Park, near the city end and central Cardiff. It features four distances on the same morning: a Half Marathon, 10k, 5k, and a 1.5k Mini MoRun for children and families. The Half Marathon begins first, followed by the 5k and 10k, with the Mini MoRun later. Registration opens early, race numbers and timing chips are collected on site, and all distances are chip timed with instant results at the finish. The route follows the paths of Bute Park, with runners grouped by estimated finish time and staggered at the start to prevent path congestion. The field is broad: half marathon runners, 10k and 5k runners, children, families, friends, first-timers, fundraisers, and those attending for the Movember spirit. Fancy dress is part of the day, and participants are encouraged to grow a moustache or paint one on. Every finisher receives a MoRun medal and headband, with additional prizes for fastest MoBro, fastest MoSista, best dressed, and best Mo. The event supports Movember, raising money and awareness for prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health, and suicide prevention.

Cardiff 1,5 km, 5 km, 10 km & Semi-Marathon MoRun

The Cardiff MoRun takes place in November at Bute Park, Coopers Field, offering races of 1.5 km, 5 km, 10 km, and a half marathon. Races begin in the morning, and chip timing is used for all distances, including the children's Mini MoRun, providing runners with immediate results. The atmosphere is intentionally festive, with a clear structure: choose a short family-friendly run, a standard 5k or 10k, or the full 21.0975 km half marathon. The courses cover Cardiff city grounds and public park areas. The 5k, 10k, and half marathon are each designed as single-loop routes. This event is part of the larger MoRunning series supporting Movember, which raises funds and awareness for men's health issues such as prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health, and suicide prevention. Participants can donate during registration or create a fundraising page. All MoRunners receive a medal and a MoRunning headband. The event welcomes everyday runners, families, children, and friends, not exclusively club racers.

Trail Revolution Margam Trail Races

Trail Revolution Margam Trail Races are November trail runs in Margam Park, with 5km, 10km, and half marathon options. The setting is parkland and forest rather than road, and the routes use undulating trails that make the event more about handling changing ground than chasing a flat fast time. The half marathon starts first in the morning, followed by the 10km and then the 5km, so runners can choose anything from a short forest race to a longer test around Margam. The event sits under the Trail Revolution banner and is aimed at runners who want hills, woodland, and a tougher surface underfoot.

Bath Skyline 5K & 10K

Bath Skyline 5K & 10K is a trail race series held on hills above Bath, offering 5K and 10K distances in both night and daytime options. The event starts from the West Car Park, and the daytime schedule includes a 500m run for children. The courses follow stone paths, woodland trails, and open meadows, with potential for puddles and mud. The terrain is generally flat with minor undulations, and the routes offer views of landmarks above the city. Relish Running Races organizes the event, providing marshalled and marked courses. The night runs utilize glow sticks and reflective markers, and participants must supply their own head torch.

MoRun Bristol takes place at Ashton Court Park, near Bristol, offering races for children and adults. The event features a 1.5k Mini MoRun, a 5k, a 10k, and a half marathon, accommodating families, beginners, club runners, and those increasing their distance. All races use chip timing for immediate results upon finishing. The Bristol course is set within Ashton Court Park, providing a park-run atmosphere instead of a city-road race. The series supports Movember, raising awareness and funds for prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health, and suicide prevention. Participants can donate during registration or create a fundraising page via Movember or JustGiving. All finishers receive a MoRun medal and headband, with refreshments available at the finish line. Additional prizes are awarded for categories including fastest MoBro, fastest MoSista, best dressed, and best moustache.

The Smurf Run - Wales

RTT Afan Forest Trail 10K & 5K

The RTT Afan Forest Trail 10K & 5K begins at Bryn Bettws Lodge, located near Port Talbot in South Wales. Both races commence at 11:00, following morning registration and a required briefing. This event serves as the concluding race of the RTT Series, meaning the outcomes will determine the overall standings and crown the series champions. The 5K and 10K courses follow distinct marked paths within Afan Forest Park, combining forest tracks, woodland trails, and hillside routes. Participants can anticipate varied terrain, consistent ascents, and some challenging sections. The race package includes marshals, aid stations, chip timing, and a finisher's medal. As the course utilizes public pathways, runners are requested to stay to the left when feasible and show consideration for other forest users.

Allsorts Tinkley Gate Santa Dash

The Allsorts Tinkley Gate Santa Dash is a festive off-road run at the National Trust's Tinkley Gate site in Woodchester Park, Gloucestershire. Held in December, it is planned as an annual fixture in the Stroud running calendar. The main distance is 5K, with a 2.5K option for younger participants or those wanting a shorter outing. Stroud & District Athletic Club organizes the event with Allsorts, and fundraising supports local children with additional needs and their families. The route follows the Tinkley Gate trails, not roads. The course is accessible for motorised wheelchairs, and the National Trust site has an off-road romper vehicle available. The field is deliberately small, with organisers aiming for about 250 Santas and elves. Participants can run, jog, or walk, and festive dogs on leads are permitted. Santa suits and Christmas costumes are encouraged, and live carol singers at the start contribute to a community fun run feel rather than a serious race-day atmosphere.

Santa Run Patchway

Santa Run Patchway is a festive 5K or 10K run in Patchway, Bristol. Runners start at Scott Park at 10:00 am and finish at Patchway Social Club. It is a fun run/run-walk, not a serious road race, with optional fancy dress and many Santa suits, elf outfits, and reindeer costumes at the start. The flat course uses roads and pavements around Patchway and the nearby area, with an aid station at the 5K point. Entrants receive a personalised chip-timed bib and a bespoke finisher medal, while under-12s get a present from Santa. The finish area includes Santa’s Grotto, a market, food, cafe refreshments, choirs around the tree, toilets, bag drop, and a small fair after the running.

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About 5K races in Gloucester

Gloucester Miles And Rides

Gloucester hosts 37 5K races in 2026 within 80 km of the city centre — upcoming dates, recurring series, and other races nearby, all in one place.

Gloucester runners keep things simple, with grass, flat laps, and club nights doing the job. Gloucester North parkrun sits at Oxstalls Sports Park and Plock Court, and the three-lap grass course has virtually no elevation change. Oxstalls gives you that local parkrun feel, with the far end of the park left to go wild. Plock Court makes road shoes fine otherwise, though the grass stops it feeling like a pure PB course. Hucclecote Harriers run Tuesday and Thursday evenings, with unofficial Sunday long runs. Angels meet Wednesday at Oxstalls tennis centre, 6pm for a 6.15 start. Some Girls Run, Kingsway Runners, Sellers Bridge Striders, Severn AC, and Gloucester AC fill the rest of the week. Wye Valley Tunnel Run and Chepstow Running Festival work as easy anchor races.

Gloucester riders get a proper mix, from Z2 lanes to gravel days and club efforts. Gloucester City Cycling Club runs year-round Sunday social and sporting rides by ability group, midweek rides, race training, Spring and Summer Club TTs, three Open TTs, and two road races each year. PROPS Cycle Club brings the PROPS Cycle Club Charity Sportive 2026, with a 100-mile option for a gran fondo sort of day. Gloucester Gravel Adventure gives you 31 km with 63 m elevation. Gloucester Gravel Loop gives you 66 km with 901 m elevation. Churcham and Beyond Road Cycling Route gives you 61 km with 743 m elevation. Monks Hill, Shurdington Hill, and Dixton Hill are where the climbing starts to bite.

Spring and Summer are the best months here, because the rides stack up and the running stays easy to plan. Gloucester City Cycling Club fills Spring and Summer with Club TTs, so intervals and race legs have a natural home. The TT course runs 9 km from Tewkesbury to Gloucester. Locals use summer for base miles, parkrun habits, and longer gravel loops. Winter changes the rhythm rather than stopping it. Gloucester City Cycling Club keeps Sunday rides and race training going year-round. Chepstow Running Festival January gives runners a clean winter target. Locals keep the Z2 steady and save the sharp stuff for better days.