?HungaryAs well as a city marathon (October), Budapest offers a range of running events over the autumn, including a city-centre half-marathon, women-only 10K and a night-time event. Runners can also enjoy a marathon along the shores of Lake Balaton in November, a
London Half-Marathon, Northamptonshire When? March 9 Why? A key London Marathon build-up race, this Silverstone racetrack-based event offers a flat course, slick organisation, abundant facilities – and Runner's World pacers. 85 90 80 ratings41
of just a few hundred runners, it's a far cry from the razzmatazz of London. But don't let the small field put you off, as it's a classic off-road race, with tough ascents up to the forts at Cissbury Ring, Devils Dyke and Chanctonbury Ring. There's a half-marathon
of trails through mixed woodland and open fields, with just enough hills to break things up.Maidstone Half-Marathon (Kent, October 22) Never judge a race by its name. The Maidstone Half Marathon may start and finish in Kent’s leafy county town, but most
Your Number One: Northumberland Coastal RunThe Runner’s World community has spoken! Here they are – the 50 best races in Britain from last year. There’s something for every shade of runner here – from 5K up to marathon, from tarmac to mudbaths
• 'Whatever happened to...'• On hindsightWhat pre-marathon races should I do?Karen Hancock I am doing a half-marathon seven weeks before FLM as it's another club championship race (and I have to confess to having entered the Bramley 20 which is nine weeks
[© SportCam]The Children's Mutual Tunbridge Wells Half-Marathon (Kent, February 24) The stir surrounding this popular south-east road race has been building for months, as organisers and runners alike prepare to celebrate its much-anticipated silver jubilee
Weight 164gEvaluation Nike says this is great for all road-race distances up to the marathon for efficient runners. At 164g, wed probably change that to up to 5K for all but elite runners. It actually has reasonably perky cushioning (though we
and after the raceGET INTERACTIVE GNR Lucozade Sport Super Six: Get a flavour of what could be in store for youAll we ask is that you are prepared to commit to following one of our marathon schedules and share your experience with Runner’s World (both
keep focused.Now is the time to assess your fitness and set a realistic goal for 23 April. If you follow a schedule that’s appropriate to you, there will be opportunities further down the line – perhaps a half-marathon after a few weeks – to gauge your
