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Running events

Join the Barnardo's running team in our events throughout the UK or even overseas.

We have runs of all distances, and no matter which event you do, whether you need a guaranteed place or have your own, we will be there for you every step of the way.

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Brighton Mini Mile

Date: 14/04/2013
Location: Brighton Marathon Mini Mile
Registration fee: £7.50

The Mini Mile Race is the spectacular curtain raiser to Brighton Marathon day when more than 2,000 youngsters will race down the final mile of the Marathon course.


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Great Manchester Run

Date: 26/05/2013
Location: Manchester
Registration fee: £35
Min Sponsorship: £150

The Great Manchester Run is one of the biggest 10k Runs in the world, with over 35,000 people running through the City Centre and enjoying the great atmosphere.


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Edinburgh Marathon

Date: 26/05/2013
Location: Edinburgh
Registration fee: £30
Min Sponsorship: £500

The Edinburgh Marathon is the second largest marathon in the UK, with a course taking in many of the Scottish capital's highlights. The course has an overall elevation drop of nearly 40m which should make it a good course for those looking for a good time or a personal best.


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Bupa London 10,000

Date: 27/05/2013
Location: London
Registration fee: £10
Min Sponsorship: £200

The Bupa London 10,000 is presented by the London Marathon team this fantastic 10k run takes you through the heart of London passing famous landmarks such as Big Ben


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Thames Path Challenge

Date: 14/09/2013 - 15/09/2013
Location: London
Registration fee: £60 for 50k challenge and £85 for 100k challenge
Min Sponsorship: £275 for 50k and £400 for 100k

Walk or run against the clock!! Starting near Putney Bridge the Thames Path Challenge is a tough endurance walk following the unique Thames Path National Trail


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Great North Run

Date: 15/09/2013
Location: Newcastle
Registration fee: £40
Min Sponsorship: £300

Bupa Great North Run is Britain's largest mass participation event and the world's biggest and most iconic Half Marathon


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Baxters Loch Ness Marathon

Date: 29/09/2013
Location: Loch Ness
Registration fee: £Runners with Own Places

The Loch Ness Marathon is recognised as one of the UK's leading marathon events, set in spectacular surroundings.


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Cardiff Half Marathon

Date: 06/10/2013
Location: Cardiff
Registration fee: £30

The Cardiff Half Marathon is rapidly becoming one of the top events of the autumn running calendar. The course takes you past Cardiff's most beautiful landmarks and is flat and fast, making it a perfect opportunity to beat that personal best!


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Royal Parks Half Marathon

Date: 06/10/2013
Location: London
Registration fee: £50
Min Sponsorship: £400

A spectacular and challenging run through four Royal Parks, passing so many famous London landmarks including Buckingham Palace, the Houses of Parliament and the London Eye!


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Brighton Marathon

Date: 06/04/2014
Location: Brighton
Registration fee: £

Taking in the sites and sounds of the coast, this fantastic route covers Hove and the surrounding area. With 26.2 miles to cover and finishing at the famous Brighton Pier, do you think you have what it takes to complete the challenge?


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Virgin Money London Marathon

Date: 13/04/2014
Location: London
Registration fee: £50
Min Sponsorship: £1600

The London Marathon has the reputation of being the best marathon in the world. The support from the crowds and the atmosphere is amazing making the demand for places extremely high.


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ING New York City Marathon

Date: Various dates
Location: New York
Registration fee: £ n/a

The New York Marathon is the most popular international marathon in the world. The course is lined with millions of spectators and the atmosphere is electric.

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