Challenge Events
Whether you want to take on a marathon, run through the streets of your favourite city, or start small with a gentle 5K, we have a wide range of events that you can sign up to. Join team FoodCycle and you’ll be helping to bring food and conversation to people across the country – plus, you’ll receive your very own FoodCycle running vest, made from recyclable materials. Fancy dress optional.
Paris Marathon
Sunday 12th April 2026
Starting at the foot of the Arc de Triomphe, and finishing with views of Notre Dame and the Eiffel Tower, the Paris Marathon is now one of the biggest marathons in the world!
Great Birmingham Run 10K
Sunday, 3rd May, 2026
The AJ Bell Great Birmingham Run is the Midlands’ biggest and best running event. There’s everything you’d expect from a Great Run – notorious start line hype, top on-route entertainment and a lively event village. Expect inspiring sights, iconic landmarks and incredible support all along the 10k and half marathon route.
Leeds Half Marathon
Sunday 10th May 2026
The Leeds Half Marathon is Yorkshire’s biggest and probably loudest event of its kind, attracting more than 7,500 runners.
But what makes it special is the crowds. Support for runners along the route is always phenomenal, whatever the weather. Every participant will get a boost from the words of encouragement they receive.
Great Bristol Run
Sunday 10th May 2026
If stunning views, inspiring history and graffiti murals are your thing, then the Great Bristol Run is right up your street. But it’s not just the inspiring scenery that attracts runners from far and wide: the fast, flat course also makes this event perfect for those on the hunt for a new personal best.
Birmingham Running Festival
Various dates in 2026
Join the Birmingham Running Festival at the wonderful Sutton Park in Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham. Choose between a 5k, 10k or Half Marathon distance or join the kids race making it the perfect opportunity for a fun morning out running with friends and family!
Great North Run 10K
Sunday 5th July 2026
This year’s Great North Run will take place on an exciting new course, passing some of Newcastle’s most iconic sights. Expect a party atmosphere, incredible support and an unbeatable sense of achievement at the finish line.
Saucony London 10K
Sunday 12th July 2026
Take on the most iconic 10K in the capital on Sunday 12 July 2026. Live bands, DJs and cheering fans will power you through the route, which takes in some of London’s most famous landmarks — including Westminster Bridge, The London Eye, Regent Street, Piccadilly Circus and Big Ben.
Oysho Cardiff Half Marathon
Sunday 4th October 2026
The Cardiff Half Marathon has grown into one of the largest and most exciting road races in Europe. Its flat, fast course passes all the city’s most breath-taking scenery and iconic landmarks including Cardiff Castle, the Principality Stadium, Civic Centre and stunning Cardiff Bay.
Manchester Half Marathon
Sunday 4th 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. There is a lovely 2-mile flat finish that brings you to the conclusion of the race at Emirates Old Trafford Lancashire County Cricket Club.
Royal Parks Half Marathon
Sunday 11th October 2026
Runners will glide through four of London’s stunning Royal Parks, Kensington Gardens, Hyde Park, St James’s Park and The Green Park. The 13.1m extraordinary route brushes past London’s most famous landmarks, including The Houses of Parliament, Trafalgar Square and Buckingham Palace, all on closed roads.
Great South Run
Sunday 18th October 2026
The AJ Bell Great South Run is probably the world’s favourite 10-miler, with inspiring history, salty air and glorious sea views guaranteed. Portsmouth’s supporters will keep your spirits and motivation up the whole way round, with blaring music, cheers and high fives.
Sahara Desert Trek
This five day trek covers 100km passing through Morocco’s forbidding landscape punctuated by peaks, gorges, dunes and oases. At night, sleep under Africa’s star strewn skies and enjoy traditional Berber hospitality.
National Three Peaks Challenge
Take on one of Britain’s toughest outdoor challenges – the National 3 Peaks. Over two days you’ll climb the highest mountains in Scotland, England and Wales: Ben Nevis (1,344m), Scafell Pike (978m) and Snowdon/Yr Wyddfa (1,085m), covering 26 miles and almost 3,000m of ascent.
Thames Footpath Challenge
Mt. Kilimanjaro Summit Climb
Trek to Machu Picchu
To sign up to any of these events, please follow the links above.
There are many more events across the country that you can take part in, you can see all the events here.
£5
Can provide a welcoming cuppa for a table of guests
£10
Can seat two people at the table who might otherwise eat alone
£25
Can provide a family with a healthy, cooked meal (and parents a welcome night off)
£50
Can help provide additional ingredients and kitchen equipment
£250
Can cover the cost of a community meal for 40 guests
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