Running & Marathons in Durham
26 upcoming running & marathons events
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GNR & Time Turner 2026 - Durham
📍 Durham Amateur Rowing Club
£18.00 - £29.00
Cronkley Fell Race
The Turbine Backyard Ultra
📍 West Shields Farm
RABY CASTLE TRAIL RUNS 2026
📍 RABY CASTLE
£24.00 - £30.00
Scare Bear Run 2026 - North
📍 Durham Amateur Rowing Club
£18.00 - £29.00
Run Like a Haggis MapRun - SJC
📍 Barrington Hall
Remembrance Run 2026 - North
📍 Durham Amateur Rowing Club
£22.00 - £33.00
Santa Run - North
📍 Durham Amateur Rowing Club
From £15.00
The Snow Globe Gallop Bobble Hat Run - North
📍 Durham Amateur Rowing Club
£18.00 - £34.00
The Safari Sprint - North
📍 Durham Amateur Rowing Club
£18.00 - £30.00
The Valentines Run - North
📍 Durham Amateur Rowing Club
£18.00 - £30.00
DERWENT RESERVOIR RUNS
📍 Derwent Reservoir
£22.00 - £29.00
The Dun Holm Challenge 2027 - All Days
📍 Durham Amateur Rowing Club
From £135.00
Durham 5 in 5 Days - Day 1
📍 Durham Amateur Rowing Club
£18.00 - £30.00
The Dun Holm Challenge Day 1
📍 Durham Amateur Rowing Club
£18.00 - £30.00
Durham 5 in 5 Days - Day 2
📍 Durham Amateur Rowing Club
£18.00 - £30.00
The Dun Holm Challenge Day 2
📍 Durham Amateur Rowing Club
£18.00 - £30.00
Durham 5 in 5 Days - Day 3
📍 Durham Amateur Rowing Club
£18.00 - £30.00
The Dun Holm Challenge Day 3
📍 Durham Amateur Rowing Club
£18.00 - £30.00
Durham 5 in 5 Days - Day 4
📍 Durham Amateur Rowing Club
£18.00 - £30.00
The Dun Holm Challenge Day 4
📍 Durham Amateur Rowing Club
£18.00 - £30.00
Durham 5 in 5 Days - Day 5
📍 Durham Amateur Rowing Club
£18.00 - £30.00
The Dun Holm Challenge Day 5
📍 Durham Amateur Rowing Club
£18.00 - £30.00
LRC Tees Trailtastic
📍 TCR The Hub
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Running & Marathons in Durham — Guide
Running and marathons events in Durham are a fantastic way to experience the city's spirit of community and health. They draw runners from all levels—beginners looking to challenge themselves for the first time, seasoned athletes aiming for personal bests, and everyone in between who enjoys the sense of camaraderie that comes with the sport. Race day sees participants line up at a dedicated sports venue or an open street course, cheering each other on as they push through miles together.
These events happen regularly throughout the year, often with multiple marathons taking place within months. The courses vary from city centre routes to scenic park trails, ensuring there's something for every runner. Expect to find yourself in a mix of urban and natural settings, with participants wearing athletic gear and carrying water bottles as they navigate through various terrains.