Organised by Spelthorne Borough Council, Runnymede Runners and Staines Strollers. The Staines 10K aims to provide a fast flat race with the proceeds being donated to local deserving causes. The race sold out in 2012 and is expected to in 2013*. Enter early to avoid dissapointment!

* TOO LATE - IT'S SOLD OUT!!!

Starting in Sheepcote Lane and ending up on the Marford Playing Fields. This annual event has become a favourite amongst local runners and even sees competitors from much further afield coming to the village, encouraged by reports of a run with a local feel that takes in some beautiful countryside.

The 2K Family Fun Run starts at 10 am from the Marford Playing Fields. This is an off road, circular run on good footpaths. It is ideal for families and for a pre-10K warm up, suitable for both runners and walkers of ALL ages.

The 10K race starts at 11 am and chip-timed mat to mat. Entries for the 10K are accepted in advance only as we have reached max capacity for the past 5 years. The team challenge will carry on this year in which various clubs, groups and organisations can enter.

Looking for a spring PB? Here’s a fast, flat race to bring a smile to your face. It starts in beautiful Higginson Park, right next to the River Thames. If you’re feeling sociable, then get together with your mates and enter the team competition – there are prizes for first UKA club (male & female), company and sports/social. But make sure you get your entry in soon, as it’s very popular and fills up quickly! This year the race supports Macmillan cancer support, Julian Budd Kids In Sport and Karen's Big Smiles.

Premier event in the north Midlands - voted the number 1 10k in the UK by Runners World magazine in 2012. No entries on the day.

Voted as one of the best road races in the UK, the Oxford Town & Gown is a fast and unique course which allows you to pace the closed streets of Oxford city centre, passing historic buildings and ending in the beautiful University parks.

Our 2013 Races will be held on Sunday 12th May at the Memorial Recreation Ground, Headley Road, Woodley, RG5 4JA Start times: the 3K Junior Challenge will start at 10.15 AM , the 10K Race will start at 11.00 AM

Race Start is at 7.30pm. Registration, Start and Finish are at the Walker Halls, South Beach, Troon KA10 6EF.

The Watford 10K Charity Fun Run follows a route through Cassiobury Park, along the canal towpath and through the nature reserve. It also features 1K & 3K fun runs. Organsied by volunteers its main aim is to raise money for local charities and all profits from entry fees and sponsorship will be given to the race's two nominated charities.

The YMCA Fun Run was set up to encourage people to get FIT, raise FUNDS for our vital community work and have FUN! There are races for both adults and children of all ages and abilities and the Festival of Sport will be hosting a number of top local clubs who will be showcasing their sports for you to try out. The YMCA Fun Run has grown over the years and is now a major event attracting over 1500 runners! The main aim is participation and this year we are hoping that whatever your fitness level you will join us!

 2012 RUNNER'S WORLD TOP 10 HALF MARATHON

Enjoy a superb scenic half marathon route starting and finishing in the prestigious Bisham Abbey National Sports Centre, following the Thames between Marlow & Henley, before looping back through beautiful countryside. Fantastic facilities and great spectator-friendly start/finish by the river. Sponsored by Diageo' s Water of Life programme, this years donations will fund WaterAid projects in Africa that improve people's water and sanitation needs.

The Richmond Half Marathon organised by Ranelagh Harriers continues to grow in popularity. It's not surprising as its over a fast, flat course which includes Hampton Court and the River Thames and is a popular post VLM race. Early entry is always advised as the race has sold out well in advance for the past few years.

Wakefield Hospice is hosting their 18th Annual City 10k Road Race and Fun Run and as always, we anticipate it to be a great success.The purpose of the event is to raise funds for Wakefield Hospice, a charity that provides specialist palliative care to the terminally ill people of Wakefield, their family, friends and carers.The event aims to raise approximately £25,000 that will help to continue providing this specialist care.

Sunday 14th April 2013 starting at 9.30am. If you are after a well established and well marshalled event this is the one for you! Organised by West 4 Harriers, this is a fast, flat and very scenic route doing "just what it says on the tin" along the Thames Towpath.

 The Pain Barrier at Frickley is a 10km mud race set amongst 250 acres of parkland and a large 4×4 off-road track. The course twists and turns across a variety of terrain so you'll find yourself running along muddy tracks and open fields, through woodland, across ponds and water obstacles and tackling steep hills.

This isn't any old trail run! We've worked hard to create a race which is the most hilly, wet and muddy that you can find. The uncompromising terrain is going to push your physical strength, stamina and mental toughness to their absolute limit. You will probably hit your Pain Barrier. Will you survive?

Are you ready to go beyond? Are you ready for the most challenging race of your life?

 2012 RUNNER'S WORLD TOP 10 HALF MARATHON

A fast accurate course on roads through the hop fields and orchards of Kent. Ideal as a warm-up to 'London'. This race is currently the largest half marathon in Kent. It has excellent facilities including ample parking, supervised baggage store, refreshments, physiotherapist, results on the internet immediately after the event and full first aid cover.

 These races took place on the promenade of the UK's No.1 holiday resort. They took in the sights of the Golden Mile, Blackpool Tower and Piers and were based at a new home for 2013 - Bloomfield Road, home of Blackpool FC!

The Richmond 13.1 is a fast flat half marathon on mixed terrain in and around Richmond, Surrey on Sunday 31st March 2013. With a 09.00 start you can do the run and still be home in time for Easter Sunday lunch! Measured course, chip timing, shirt to finishers and 10% of entry fee to the Poppy factory. 3 weeks before London, 2 weeks before Brighton this is an ideal pre marathon run or Spring half in its own right.

The Thirsk 10 has been run for over 30 years and, in the early days, it was run from Northallerton to Thirsk. However, with the passage of time and the increase in road traffic, the route had to be changed. It now has a fast, flat course which lends itself to a fast time and gives all abilities a chance of achieving a PB. The 2012 event saw Yared Hagos set the 2nd fastest time for 10 miles in the UK that year.

2012 RUNNER'S WORLD TOP 10 HALF MARATHON

The Hastings Half Marathon is organised by the Hastings Lions Club to raise monies for needy causes and to promote historic Hastings. It is ideal preparation for the London Marathon, both in training and getting big event experience! With a 4,000 strong field that in 2006 included ten Williams but no Harolds runners are supported by three choirs, two bands and other live music en-route. What more do you need to help you battle and then conquer the 13.1 miles?.