Where and when? Saturday, September, 27, Harwich, Essex.What is it? If you’re looking for an event with a more European flavour, this might fit the bill. With more than 500 runners making the trip from Holland, Belgium and Germany, the Discovery

said: Forum member Dave Thomas reckons that the event is, "without any shadow of a doubt the finest 10K race in the UK." Impressive stuff.Fellow forumite Paul Reese declared that, "If you’re a rugby or football fan, this is the race for you

Birmingham and Black Country Half-Marathon, July 4 Closing Soon...Birmingham and Black Country Half-Marathon (West Midlands, July 4) Head for the 'Venice of the North' to take on this flat point-to-point course alongside the Black Country's famous canals.C...

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Rome Marathon (Italy, March)It's no wonder that foreign runners make up more than a third of the field for this race, which is effectively a 26.2-mile sightseeing tour around the Eternal City. The race is held on a Sunday in March, and takes in the ancient splendours of the Colos...

Where and when?Sunday, January 18, HampshireWhat is it?There is a patch of land in Aldershot that holds gruelling importance. It has been the scene for heroic James Bond action films, and the Army also test its new equipment and vehicles on it. All very impressive stuff, we’re su...

to the leisure centre for a dash to the finish line.What the organisers say:“It’s a great course for first-time racers.”What you said in 2003:KAM: "Good testing run. A well-organised event." Big Bopper: Despite a slow run, I managed to sprint at the end. I saw

, Different Strokes.Despite being one of the shortest races RW has had the opportunity to preview, the Hillingdon 5 has everything a great race should have. A cracking course, mixed with scenic countryside and top-notch marshalling. The action kicks off with a

Where and when?Sunday, February 1, LancashireWhat is it?Top tip: enter a fine February race right now, while you're bright and motivated - and come the dark days of January, you'll have no excuse but to train up for it.Early-February races are a rare breed, but if you're near Bl...

Where and when?Sunday, February 15, KentWhat is it?Officially named Royal Tunbridge Wells by Edward VII, this quiet town lies at the heart of one of the most scenic stretches of countryside in England, surrounded by the unspoilt beauty of the Weald. Now in its 21st year, the race...