Linda Franks 5 Mile
A 5-mile road race on quiet, residential roads. Currently sold out, but full details available at the Almost Athletes website.
A 5-mile road race on quiet, residential roads. Currently sold out, but full details available at the Almost Athletes website.
This 8 miler is described as the ‘flattest race on the planet’. It’s run on country roads around villages outside Newport in South Wales. Find out more at the Lliswerry Runners website. And it’s an extra special even in 2026 as it’s the 40th edition of the race.
You’ll find 5km, 10km, Half Marathon options at this well organised event, running laps around the racecourse (which isn’t as flat as you might expect). Find out more at the Run Through website.
A four-lap road race on quiet country roads. Visit the CLC Striders website for the details.
Traffic-free race with a 2-mile fun run at the same time. Definitely not flat. Organised by 2:09 Events, you can sign up at the official website. Read our race review.
A team event which involves self-navigating to different venues in Bristol to try low/non-alcoholic drinks. Head back to the start HQ for a mini-rave to celebrate. Visit the Ravers to Runners website for all the details.
7-8 mile tough cross country run featuring muddy trails and tough climbs up Mayhill. The YPB Events website has all the details and entry.
Run the same route at the Mayhill Massacre (the day before), except do the loop twice. Totalling 14-15 miles of muddy trails and tough climbs. Visit the YPB Events website for full details.
A 10-mile mixed terrain course through Parc Penallta, starting and finishing at Penallta House, Tredomen Park. The course is undulating with one uphill/downhill section. Visit the Pontypridd Roadents website for full details.
A 9-mile road and trail race through the Slaughterford Valley. There are hills! Full info at the Chippenham Harriers website.
5k, 10k & half marathon options on a flat course mainly run on paths. Full details available at the Fix Events website. The event supports the charity Shelter.
This is a free, timed 5k Community Run in Midsomer Norton Town Park that takes place on the first Saturday of every month. Organised by the Welton Church Runners and supported by the Midsomer Norton Town Council. Register at the Race Nation website.