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Summer Ready Run

Peterborough PE2 5UU · 71 km away

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Race For Life Sutton Coldfield

Sutton Coldfield · 63 km away

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Peterborough 5K Grand Prix Race 3

Peterborough · 70 km away

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Northants 5K Race Series 4

Kettering · 67 km away

JUL 11

Run · trail · 5K

Pretty Muddy Lincoln

Lincoln · 55 km away

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Race For Life Leicester

Leicester · 37 km away

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Belvoir Castle Multisport Event

Grantham · 34 km away

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Birmingham Running Festival July

Sutton Coldfield B73 6BT · 63 km away

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Revesby Running Festival

Boston · 76 km away

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Peterborough 5K Grand Prix Race 4

Stamford · 56 km away

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Newstead Abbey Dash 5k 2026 (Nottinghamshire 5k County Championships)

Nottingham · 14 km away

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Rumble In The Jumble III

Skellingthorpe · 48 km away

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Beat The Sunset 5K Road Race

Kettering NN14 2SH · 60 km away

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Lincoln 5K Series 3

Lincoln · 52 km away

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Dudley · 80 km away

AUG 6

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Derby Running Festival

Derby DE72 3EP · 18 km away

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Peterborough 5K Grand Prix Race 5

Peterborough · 72 km away

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Trentham Running Club Dave Clarke 5K

Swynnerton · 72 km away

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Unity Challenge

Birmingham B1 2HF · 74 km away

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Lincoln 5K Series 4

Lincoln · 52 km away

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Nottingham Running Festival

Nottingham NG2 4BE · 3 km away

SEP 3

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Kenilworth Half Marathon

Kenilworth · 74 km away

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Birmingham Running Festival September

Sutton Coldfield B73 6BT · 63 km away

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The Balsall Common 10KM, 5KM & Fun Run

BALSALL COMMON · 72 km away

Nottingham · 80 km

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Recurring 5K races near Nottingham

Races that repeat — weekly, monthly or yearly

Rhino Run is a six-hour timed running event held near Skellingthorpe in Lincolnshire, located on Lincoln Road. Participants complete repeated laps to achieve their chosen distance, ranging from 5K and 10K up to half marathon, marathon, and ultra distances. The objective is straightforward: maintain movement within the time limit and accumulate laps. The course follows a flat out-and-back route along a disused railway line. It consists mainly of tarmac with a brief field section at the beginning and end. Each lap measures approximately 3.28 miles. The route is traffic-free and requires no navigation, making it suitable for runners seeking consistent pacing on a reliable surface.

Macclesfield Running Festival October 2026

The Macclesfield Running Festival takes place in October in Macclesfield, Cheshire, offering 5k, 10k, and half marathon distances. All races commence and conclude at the athletics track within Macclesfield Leisure Centre. They feature chip timing and are conducted on entirely closed roads, providing participants with a controlled road-racing environment instead of a park-style circuit. The courses are level, single loops that are professionally measured. They depart from the town and proceed onto country roads in the Cheshire area. Local bands perform along the route, aid stations are available to support runners, and spectators congregate in the communities along the way. Macclesfield Harriers AC also contribute to the event's operation. All finishers are awarded a medal, complimentary race photographs, and post-race items.

Brewers 5K & 10K

The Brewers 10K & 5K begins and ends at Burton Albion’s Pirelli Stadium, making the football ground the focal point. This is a closed-road running event in Burton upon Trent, held in October, with the 10K commencing before the 5K. The race uses chip timing, features distance markers for each kilometre, and provides water stations along the route. The course proceeds through Stretton and Rolleston-on-Dove, offering open views of the Staffordshire countryside before runners head back to the stadium. RunThrough organizes the event in partnership with Burton Albion, and the race coincides with the club’s anniversary events. A past edition attracted over 1,000 participants, and the event is intended for club runners, those attempting their first 10K, 5K runners, Burton Albion supporters, and local families. Participants receive a themed medal, complimentary race photos, refreshments after the race, and items from partners at the finish line.

Nottingham 1.5k, 5k, 10k & Semi-Marathon MoRun

The Nottingham MoRun takes place at Memorial Gardens Riverside on Victoria Embankment, featuring races of 1.5k, 5k, 10k, and a half marathon. As a November running event associated with Movember, the atmosphere is relaxed, encouraging participation from families, friends, and teams, often in costumes or headbands, with many running for a cause. The 1.5k Mini MoRun offers a chip-timed race for children, while adults can select from shorter runs up to a half marathon. The event benefits Movember, the charity focused on raising funds and awareness for prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health, and suicide prevention. Participants can contribute through donations during registration or by creating fundraising pages via Movember or JustGiving. All race distances are chip timed, providing immediate results. Finishers are awarded a MoRun medal and a MoRunning headband, with refreshments available at the finish line. Merchandise, including t-shirts and running vests, can be purchased for those seeking the complete MoRunner appearance.

Birmingham Running Festival November

The Birmingham Running Festival takes place on a November race day in Sutton Park, offering 5K, 10K, half marathon, and junior race options. It is structured as a late-season event, allowing runners to conclude their year with a short race, a longer effort, or a family-friendly junior run. The routes incorporate Sutton Park’s historic roads and gravel paths, providing a mix of firm running surfaces instead of a typical city-street course. The half marathon begins first, with the 10K, 5K, and junior race following later in the morning. The event also provides support for Birmingham Children’s Hospital.

Remembrance Run

Remembrance Run is a timed lap event held at Ferry Meadows, a country park situated just under three miles from Peterborough city centre. Participants select a six-hour duration starting at 9 am or a four-hour duration beginning at 11 am. They then complete 5.3K laps at a pace and volume they choose. The structure is intentionally flexible, allowing participants to run a single lap, complete a half-marathon distance, or continue towards ultra marathon distances. The course follows gravel footpaths through woodland, incorporating some grassy sections, offering more variety than a typical flat road circuit. Participants return to the central area after each lap, providing opportunities to stop, rest, and determine their next steps. Completing five laps constitutes the event’s standard “heavy half marathon,” and nine laps count as the standard ultra. Both distances can be extended on the day, and any runner starting a final lap before 5:59:59 will have it counted.

Derby MoRun is a November running event held in Markeaton Park, Derby. It offers 5k, 10k, and half marathon distances, plus a 1.5k Mini MoRun for children. This event is part of the MoRunning series, which connects races across the country to support Movember fundraising and awareness. The routes are contained within Markeaton Park, focusing the day on a single Derby park instead of a point-to-point road race. The event is designed for everyday runners, families, children, and friends. MoBros, MoSistas, and Mini MoRunners are encouraged to participate, raise funds for Movember, and wear MoRunning attire like tees and running vests. The Mini MoRun for children is also chip timed.

Run Alton Towers Half Marathon, 10K & 5K

Run Alton Towers takes place over a weekend within Alton Towers Resort, the UK's largest theme park, with both the start and finish located inside the park grounds. The event offers a 5k, 10k, half marathon, and a 2k children's race, allowing adults, children, beginners, and experienced runners to select a suitable distance. The races are chip-timed, with a family-oriented approach: entry provides theme park access, a themed medal, complimentary race photos, and post-race treats. The course follows well-marked, smooth paths throughout the resort, featuring kilometre markers, mile markers, and marshals along the way. RunThrough is the organizer, and the race village serves as a meeting point for participants before and after their run. A significant attraction is the opportunity to access the theme park rides after finishing the race without requiring an additional park ticket. The event also partners with Birmingham Children's Hospital charity for places, with fundraising goals for certain entries.

Run Alton Towers Half Marathon, 10K & 5K 2026 Staffordshire, UK

The Run Alton Towers Half Marathon, 10K & 5K features chip-timed races within Alton Towers, located in Staffordshire, UK. Participants can select from a half marathon, 10K, 5K, or a children's race, accommodating families, novice runners, and those seeking a greater challenge. The course winds through the park grounds, distinct from typical town-road routes, setting this event apart from many local race weekends. It welcomes participants of all skill levels, with all finishers earning a distinctive themed medal. The event also supports Team Peter Pan.

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

The Derby MoRun is a November running event held at Markeaton Park in Derby. It starts at 09:30 on a Saturday and offers distances for various runners. Adults can select the 5k, 10k, or half marathon, and children can participate in the 1.5k Mini MoRun, which is fully chip-timed. This event is part of the larger MoRunning series and connects the day's runs to Movember, the men's health charity that addresses prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health, and suicide prevention. The course is situated within Markeaton Park, near Ashbourne Road and Queensway. This keeps the event in a single, accessible Derby park location, avoiding a city-wide route. The event is designed for everyday runners, families, children, friends, first-time participants, and those aiming for a timed personal best. All finishers get a MoRunning medal and headband, along with refreshments. The Movember theme extends to the prizes, with bonus medals for the fastest MoBro and MoSista, and special awards for best dressed, best moustache, and other Movember-themed efforts. Participants can also contribute through donations during registration or by setting up fundraising pages via Movember or JustGiving.

Run Alton Towers Half Marathon & 5k November 2026

Run Alton Towers Half Marathon & 5K offers runners a chance to race within Alton Towers Resort, the UK's largest theme park. Both the half marathon and 5K events take place on the same November morning, with the half marathon beginning before the 5K. This format suits novice runners, those aiming for a personal best, and families looking for a race day combined with park enjoyment. The course winds through the resort on a well-marked route, featuring kilometre markers, mile signs, and marshals guiding participants to the finish line beneath the RunThrough gantry. Your entry provides access to the theme park, a themed medal, chip-timed results, complimentary race photos, post-race treats, and an event village offering food, beverages, and partner promotions.

Sherwood Christmas 10k & 5k

The Sherwood Christmas 10k & 5k is a festive trail race held at Sherwood Pines in Nottinghamshire, offering 10k, 5k, and junior run options. Taking place late in the year during the Christmas season, the junior race begins at 9:30 am, followed by the main races at 10:00 am. The course features multi-terrain, undulating paths through the forest, providing more variety than a flat road race. This event is suitable for club runners, beginners, and families. It embraces holiday spirit with opportunities for runners to dress up, volunteers cheering along the route, and a prize for the best Santa-inspired outfit. The race also supports Shelter, an organization assisting individuals experiencing homelessness or at risk of it.

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About 5K races in Nottingham

Nottingham Training Notes

Nottingham hosts 49 5K races in 2026 within 80 km of the city centre — upcoming dates, recurring series, and other races nearby, all in one place.

Locals run the Trent, the canals, and the parks when they want steady miles without overthinking it. The route covers 2 km through the south side of town, along the River Trent, past the Nottingham Canal, Beeston Canal, Nottingham Castle, and the old pubs. Wollaton Park, Colwick Country Park, Bestwood Park, and Sherwood Forest National Nature Reserve handle Z2, intervals, and muddy laps. The Nottingham Running Festival, NoMad Ultra, The Drop Nottingham, and Holme Pierrepont Grand Prix races keep the calendar honest.

Locals ride the Big Track, NCN6, Sherwood Forest gravel trails, Sherwood Pines singletrack, Colwick Country Park, Clumber Park, and the Grantham canal towpath. The Big Track links the station, the cricket ground, and both football grounds, then takes you grandly alongside the Trent. Nottingham Clarion Cycling Club brings 85 years of road, track, time trial, cyclocross, duathlon, and triathlon heritage. Notts CTC gives you A rides through D and E rides, with Saturday Rides around 25-35 miles and Top Touring rides reaching 100+ miles in summer. Mapperley holds the proper little climbs, and the city gives you kilometre-long stretches of maybe 5%.

Spring and summer suit both runners and cyclists best, because the days stretch out and the parks, towpaths, and lanes take more volume. Summer temperatures reach 25C and occasionally 30C, so locals shift intervals earlier and keep longer Z2 rides rolling out toward Sherwood Forest or the Vales. Weather changes from day to day, so kit choice stays practical. Winter temperatures often sit just below freezing but mostly stay above it, with occasional snow for a few days. Runners keep to the Trent, canal loops, and park paths, while cyclists turn club rides, gravel, and base miles into the main work.