BIRMINGHAM RUNNING FESTIVAL 2026 DATES

Sunday 11 January
Sunday 08 February
Sunday 05 April
Sunday 10 May
Sunday 19 July
Sunday 06 September
Sunday 01 November

Please email challenges@combatstress.org.uk to let us know which date you would like to take part in once you have purchased your place.

Join Team Combat Stress at the wonderful Sutton Park in Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham. Choose between a 5k, 10k or Half Marathon distance – there is an option for everyone making it the perfect opportunity for a fun morning out running with friends and family!

Located just 6 miles from Birmingham City Centre, lies the wonderful Sutton Park, the home of the National Road Relays.

You will be running on the paths once pounded by Sir Mo Farah, Andy Vernon and many more of our GB greats through the 2,400 acre National Nature Reserve.

Entry includes:

Unique themed medal
Chip timed results
Free official race photographs
Post race goodies

Our support to you

Your support is vital to us and we want to ensure you get the very best experience whilst taking on this amazing challenge and raising funds for Combat Stress.

Whether its your first event or you are a seasoned pro, you are part of Team Combat Stress and we are here to support you every step of the way. We will provide you with:

A digital fundraising pack full of ideas
A wealth of fundraising resources including training plans
Support from a dedicated challenges fundraising team
Team e-newsletters with fundraising advice
Cheering materials available for family and friends
Access to the Team Combat Stress group on Facebook and Strava

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24 May 2026

With it’s start line in the incredible city centre, you’ll run through the very heart of Edinburgh when you take on this amazing challenge! Greyfriars Bobby, The Mound, Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile and the Palace of Holyrood are just a few of the landmarks you will pass and maybe one of the reasons that this is the second largest marathon in the UK behind only London. Edinburgh has also been voted the fastest marathon in the UK by Runners World, so if this is your first marathon or you’re looking for a PB, this is the event for you!

London Landmarks Half 2026

12 Apr 2026

Join Team Combat Stress in the London Landmarks Half Marathon for an experience like no other. Run through the heart of London and take in the very best of London’s iconic landmarks including Big Ben, St Paul’s Cathedral and the Tower of London.

March In March 2026

1 Mar 2026

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BIRMINGHAM RUNNING FESTIVAL 2026 DATES