Running Challenges

Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced runner, run for Railway Children and we’ll send you our runner’s pack which includes a running vest, training programme and fundraising advice to make your minimum sponsorship achievable. We’ll also help you set up an online sponsorship form.

If you already have a place but haven’t chosen a charity, run for Railway Children and we’ll send you our pack.

Adidas Silverstone Half Marathon: 11 March 2012

The Adidas Silverstone Half Marathon offers the opportunity to compete on a track steeped in motor racing history

Virgin London Marathon: 22 April 2012

The Virgin London Marathon is always one of the most exciting highlights of the running year. It draws runners from all over the world, most of whom choose to raise much-needed sponsorship funds for their favourite charity.

Great Manchester Run: 20 May 2012

The Bupa Great Manchester Run is becoming one of the biggest 10K races in the UK. This atmospheric race sees Manchester come alive as you pass some of the city's most famous landmarks, including the Manchester United stadium.

BUPA London 10k: 27 May 2012

Take on the challenge of the London 10k surrounded by the fascinating landmarks of the capital. The run will be held on the course which is expected to be used for the 2012 Olympic Marathons.

British 10k London Run: 15 July 2012

The British 10k London Run is staged on the world's greatest route, which no other road race over any distance can match. The race route passes many of London's most famous historic landmarks.

Royal Parks Foundation Half Marathon: 7 October 2012

Starting and finishing in Hyde Park, the route winds through Kensington Gardens, The Green Park, St James's Park and four other Royal Parks.