Charity runs
Whether you are a seasoned runner or you want to achieve a personal goal, why not pick a running challenge in support of Headway UK? We have guaranteed places in some of the UK's most iconic events.
If you've already got a place in an event or you're setting yourself a virtual running challenge, please get in touch. We can provide you with fundraising ideas, a sponsorship pack and a Headway running vest to wear on the big day!
Please contact events@headway.org.uk for more information.
Find your local event
From 5k runs to marathons, find the challenge that's right for you in your local area.
Find out moreWorld famous marathons with realbuzz
Throughout 2026: realbuzz has teamed up with some of the world’s most renowned events to secure charity entries and connect runners with great causes. They also offer the option for you to gain entry...
Find out moreUltra Challenge Series
Throughout 2026: Are you a walker, jogger, or runner looking for a challenge? If so, these events are for you! Ultra Challenges are for everyone – take it on at your pace!
Find out moreAJ Bell Great Manchester Run
Sunday 31 May 2026: Take your place in the Great Manchester Run Half Marathon.
Find out moreAmsterdam Marathon
Sunday 18 October 2026: Run the Amsterdam Marathon - Enjoy the world capital Amsterdam and run its flat, fast and historical course.
Find out moreBarcelona Marathon
All of our 2026 spaces are now sold out. Register your interest for the 2027 Barcelona Marathon - one of the most popular in Europe!
Find out moreBrighton Marathon
All of our 2026 spaces are now sold out. Register your interest for the 2027 Brighton Marathon!
Find out moreCardiff Half Marathon
Sunday 4 October 2026: Take your place in the Cardiff Half Marathon - a flat, fast course that passes all of the city’s most breathtaking scenery and iconic landmarks.
Find out moreEdinburgh Marathon Festival
23/24 May 2026: Marathon places are now sold out. 5K, 10K and Half Marathon places are still available. Join one of the UK’s most popular running events and experience the Edinburgh Marathon Festiva...
Find out moreGreat North Run
Sunday 13 September 2026: Join Headway UK for 'the World's greatest Half Marathon!'
Find out moreHackney Half Marathon
Sunday 17 May 2026: A Half Marathon with a difference. Set your goals off to the right start by calling your crew to the Wizz Air Hackney Half start line.
Find out moreLondon Landmarks Half Marathon
All of our 2026 spaces are now sold out. Register your interest for the 2027 London Landmarks Half Marathon.
Find out moreManchester Half Marathon
Sunday 4 October 2026: The Manchester Half Marathon hosts a very flat course, perfect for smashing personal bests but also the ideal route for those new to half marathons and charity runners.
Find out moreManchester Marathon
All of our 2026 spaces are now sold out. Register your interest for the 2027 Manchester Marathon!
Find out moreParis Marathon
Sunday 12 April 2026: Run the Paris Marathon! The Schneider Electric Marathon de Paris is now one of the biggest marathons in the world.
Find out moreRoyal Parks Half Marathon
Sunday 11 October 2026: Take your place in the Royal Parks Half Marathon - the most spectacular half marathon that central London has to offer.
Find out moreTCS London Marathon
Our charity spaces have all gone. If you secure a place, we'd be thrilled to have you run in support of Headway UK.
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