Run, swim, cycle
Whether you are a seasoned runner, cyclist or swimmer, or someone who wants to achieve a personal goal, why not pick a challenge in support of Headway? 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 moreBarcelona Half Marathon
11th February 2024 - The half-marathon in Barcelona, also known as the Mitja Marató de Barcelona, is the second largest running event in Barcelona next to the Marathon.
Find out moreBarcelona Marathon
10th March 2024 - The Barcelona Marathon is one of the most popular in Europe. With very few hills or inclines, the course is very flat and fast, and suits first-time runners, or those going for a PB...
Find out moreLondon Landmarks Half Marathon
7th April 2024 - The London Landmarks Half Marathon is a closed road, central London run and is the only half marathon to go through both the City of London and City of Westminster.
Find out moreParis Marathon
7th April 2024 - The Schneider Electric Marathon de Paris is now one of the biggest marathons in the world and perfectly combines a personal challenge with the chance to discover one of the world's gr...
Find out moreManchester Marathon
14th April 2024 - The Manchester Marathon is one of the UK’s premier running events, famous for its fast, flat and friendly route.
Find out moreTCS London Marathon
21st April 2024 - Set yourself the ultimate challenge and take your place alongside your fellow Headway Heroes on the start line of the iconic TCS London Marathon!
Find out moreGear 10K
5th May 2024 - Each year, thousands of runners gather to take part in the Recipharm Grand East Anglia Run (GEAR) 10K. If you’re after a fun fitness challenge in the picturesque setting of King's Lynn...
Find out moreGreat Birmingham Run
5th May 2024 - Join Headway - the brain injury association for the Midlands’ biggest and best running event.
Find out moreRob Burrow Leeds Marathon
12th May 2024 - Join Headway - the brain injury association and run for a good cause at the Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon.
Find out moreHackney Half Marathon
19th May 2024 - The Hackney Half is back, accompanied by our Go Fit Yourself lineup of classes to get everyone moving.
Find out moreEdinburgh Marathon Series (5k, 10K, Half Marathon, Full Marathon)
25th and 26th May 2024 - Come and be part of Scotland's BIGGEST running festival! This ever-growing festival of running is now a major event in the Scottish sporting calendar.
Find out moreGreat Manchester Run
26 May 2024 - Join Headway - the brain injury association for Manchester's original and best-loved running event.
Find out moreGreat North Run
8th September 2024 - Join Headway - the brain injury association for the UK's largest and most famous half marathon, from Gateshead to South Shields.
Find out moreRobin Hood Half Marathon
29th September 2024 - The Robin Hood Half Marathon is one of the longest established and most popular city centre road events in the UK.
Find out moreBournemouth Marathon Festival (5K, 10K, Half Marathon)
12th & 13th October 2024 - The Bournemouth Marathon Festival hosts the Supersonic 5K, Supersonic 10K, and Half Marathon. Join us for this electric running festival, and enjoy a great weekend out.
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