Southampton Running Festival

Southampton, United Kingdom • 31 Aug 2025

The Southampton Running Festival, held on August 31, 2025, takes place in the scenic Southampton Common, a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest in the heart of the city. The event offers multiple race distances including a 5K, 10K, half marathon, and a junior race, catering to a wide range of runners. The courses feature laps through woodland, grassland, ponds, wetlands, lakes, and parkland, providing a picturesque and varied running experience ideal for personal bests. Participants receive a unique themed medal, chip-timed results, free official race photos, and post-race snacks. The festival supports the No Limits charity and encourages community involvement through volunteering. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

13 mi
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
5 km
Junior Races
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