The Golden Trail National Series aims to bring the strongest and most ambitious runners of off-road racing into a single national ‘super circuit’. Through its original formula, the Golden Trail National Series gives participants the opportunity to confront themselves at a ‘local’ level with many of the national and international athletes of trail running and skyrunnning, with the 10 strongest to be offered a place at the GTNS UK final for a chance to then be invited to participate in the Grand Finale (Azores Islands) of the European GTNS. This unique marathon is already established as one of Wales’ finest trail marathons taking in fully marked trail single track, forest roads and paths in some of the most stunning forestry and heathland in the UK. http://www.runcoedybrenin.com/events-at-coed-y-brenin/trail-marathon-wales/?RL=1

The Hampshire Hoppit marathon and half marathon are both trail races, i.e. predominantly off-road. They use routes that will be clearly marked and marshalled, and including local sections of famous long distance footpaths, the Wayfarers Walk and (for the marathon) the Harrow Way. Both are scenic single-lap courses that will start and end at Kingsclere on the Hampshire/Berkshire border, reaching some of the highest points in Hampshire with views across the county. There are occasional quiet road sections or road crossings that will be marshalled. The Hampshire Hoppit

The North Devon AONB Marathon and Half Marathon has quickly established itself as one of the most challenging and visually stunning events in the UK. Race HQ is in the surfing idyllic village of Woolacombe on Devon’s north coast, overlooking one of the country’s most popular beaches and right in the middle of the North Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (where the race gets its ‘AONB’ name from). https://www.northdevonhospice.org.uk/support-us/events/north-devon-marathon?RL=1

Taking place in June Halifax Marathon is going to be a great way to bring your summer to an exciting and fulfilling start. Incorporating a half Marathon, it’s already on many “to-do” lists for the year! The Route: is certainly a bit different. With a single lap for Half-Marathon runners and two for the Marathon, its a hilly opening few miles before a kinder run in to the finish. It’s challenging, it’s hilly and it’s very much a taste of Halifax, with urban, upland, woodland and industrial heritage all mixed together! The Event Ethos: This is no ordinary marathon.  It is a unique, bespoke event with the option of a half marathon   How to Enter The Event: In order to keep this marathon special, entries are restricted to just 200 for 2020 these are on a first come first served basis hit the big button below http://www.whiterosemarathons.co.uk/halifax-marathon.html?RL=1

Celebrate the 42nd edition of the Village Roadshow Theme Parks Gold Coast Marathon and run for the good times on Saturday 4 – Sunday 5 July 2020 on the beautiful Gold Coast in Queensland, Australia. The world class international marathon will attract 28,000 participants of all ages and abilities from over 50 countries across eight races including the Village Roadshow Theme Parks Gold Coast Marathon, Wheelchair Marathon, ASICS Half Marathon, Wheelchair 15km, Southern Cross University 10km Run, Gold Coast Airport Fun Run, Garmin 4km Junior Dash and Garmin 2km Junior Dash. The Village Roadshow Theme Parks Gold Coast Marathon, an IAAF Gold Label Road Race, is the pinnacle of road running events in Australia and during its 41-year history has distinguished itself as one of the most prestigious marathons in the world. Its famous flat, fast and scenic course located alongside the city’s renowned surf beaches and stunning broadwater plus ideal winter running conditions featuring low humidity, little wind and mild temperatures result in 60% of participants achieving personal best times each year. Home Mar 2018

Upwards of 150,000 spectators plus four radio broadcasts along the course rally runners as they wind their way through Buckhead into midtown Atlanta in this 49-year-old Independence Day race, the largest 10K in the world. A recurring cheerleader is Dean Sam Candler, who sprinkles runners with “holy water” outside the Cathedral of St. Philip around mile two. The support is especially needed about half a mile later as runners tackle Cardiac Hill, which rises more than 120 feet in approximately 0.75 miles. Registration for the 2020 AJC Peachtree Road Race will open on March 15, 2020. https://www.atlantatrackclub.org/peachtree

An annual event that happens every 4th of July in Seward, Alaska. It is known for quite a strenuous and challenging course leading to the top of Mount Marathon, which is 2,974 feet (906 m) high. The start line is located in downtown, at 4th and Adams. The race finishes almost at the same spot, just a block south. The total distance of the race is only about 3.1 mi (5 km), but it is not going to be easy as the trail is muddy and rocky. Runners have suffered numerous injuries here before. All participants are required to be in good shape and have a mountain running experience. Helmets, gloves, and other protective gear are recommended. Leading racers usually get to Mount Marathon top in about 40 minutes, and reach the finish from there in 15 minutes. The race course includes steep inclines, slippery loose rock, and shale. Racers must be ready to get themselves down the mountain even if injured since assistance is not guaranteed. The total elevation gain of the course is 3,022 feet (921 m). Registration for the July 4th, 2020 opens March 1, 2020 Entry  

Celebrating its 44th anniversary in 2020, this hilly course is billed as a big city event held in a small town. The 15K is the premier event of the weekend, attracting national caliber elites. Along with panoramic views signature to upstate New York, the Boilermaker is known for its spectator support and challenging inclines. You’ll be in elite company as you wind through downtown Utica. Kathrine Switzer, Bill Rodgers, and 2017 Boston Marathon winner Edna Kipligat have shown up in past years. https://www.boilermaker.com

Located at Nevis Range on the outskirts of Fort William, Scotland, this running festival gives you some of the most amazing trail routes on offer.  Will you make this your adventure playgrond for the weekend?! 2019 hosted the inaugral event and was a huge success! https://www.sientries.co.uk/event.php?elid=Y&event_id=6383

It’s Queensland’s most scenic and longest running fun run. The Jetty 2 Jetty Fun Run takes place around the stunning Redcliffe Peninsula, offering four great events to entrants each year. In 2020, the annual event will run on Sunday the 19th of July from Pelican Park in Clontarf. With races ranging from 3km to a half marathon, there is a race for everyone to compete in. The Races There are four different races in the Jetty 2 Jetty Fun Run: 3km 5km 10km Half Marathon No matter if this is your first ever fun run, or you’re running the half marathon, the J2J is an event for all ages and levels. Registrations Opening Soon! https://www.j2j.com.au  

The Challenge is an off road and self navigated challenge through the picturesque Hertfordshire countryside around Stevenage. This is the 26th year of this event. RUN or WALK our classic off-road courses Half Marathon, 18miles, Full Marathon or 50k Ultra. The event will be held under ARC rules. This year the Challenge will be held on Sunday 19th of July 2020. Participants will be free to start shortly after 08:00 and before 10:00 and must check in at the Start before leaving. Mass starts will be. 8:00 Ultra 8:15 Full Marathon 8:30 18 mile 8:45  Half Marathon 19:00 Finish/Cut-Off Number pickup is at registration on the day. Final Instructrions are available for download here and will be emailled out. http://www.fvchallenge.org.uk/?RL=1

Its a huge 45th anniversary celebration of one of the premier community events in the country made even bigger this year because its the retirement event for legendary race director Ed Froehlich. Over 40 years as the inspirational leader, he has earned every top honor the sport of running can bestow. Come cheer for Ed, along with legends Joan Samuelson, Bill Rodgers and Meb Keflezighi. Join the worlds best elite runners, local first responders, active duty military, your neighbors, friends and family for this exceedingly special event. On your way past the applauding crowds and live bands to the best-in-the-nation post-race party, you will be awarded a once-in-a-lifetime 45th Anniversary Medallion. Home