at a figure between 0 and 100%, allowing us to rank them. NB: We have only included races with at least 25 responses and where a race appeared on more than one Top 10 chart (Scenery, PB Potential, Beginner-friendliness, Atmosphere), it was only included

Great Manchester Run 10KWhere? Manchester When? MayThe Bupa Great Manchester Run 10K makes for a great introduction to racing. Not only is the organisation as slick as you'd expect from a Great Run event, but the course is a beginner's dream -  flat

1. Mull of Kintyre Half-MarathonArgyll and Bute, May 30 This race makes it into the beginner category for much the same reasons as it made it into atmosphere and half-marathon top 10 – it’s just a race that’s really good fun to run, the vibe

; this race is not a battle but instead a testimony to 10k cruising. With only a few very small slopes, beginners can take full advantage of the flat, country roads before a delightful downhill finish allows you to notch up unexpectedly quick times. It

-MarathonMersea Island 10Arundel Castle 10KJog Shop Jog 20Happy rating!Rate a Race: tell us what you think!What you like about it; what irks you; and what you'd love to see added to it...We'd love to hear your comments on this forum threadA few notesIf you've scrolled

looked at races that took place in the 12 months between December 1, 2009 and December 1, 2010. We then worked out the average 'overall' rating that runners gave their events, allowing us to rank them. However, only races that received 35 or more votes

’s obvious: a letter to RW prompted the race organisers to set a reduced rate of £3 for LV60s and V65s. And it’s still good value for everyone else at £5 for a well-designed flat 10-miler in Worden Park with a tempting £1,000 total prize pot and 'eco

. Silverstone Grand Prix 10K Where: Northamptonshire When: May 5Take inspiration from the usual racers on the Silverstone Circuit: Formula 1 racing cars. The Midlands’ biggest 10K road race has been running for over 25 years and attracts over 1,000 entrants

for this raucous tour of South Shields, and just revel in this much-loved race's unique atmosphere. Described by one runner as '13.1 miles of party', all 54,000 runners are treated to a hero's welcome from the community - local people pour out onto the streets

to getting the most out of your stay in Newcastle.2008 Race Ratings Cast your eyes over more than 120 first-hand accounts of last year's event and you'll get a real feel of what to expect from start to finish.Costume Drama One for the sunflowers, hot dogs