Warwickshire &amp; West Midlands

Looking to take on the challenge of one of the many marathons and races across the region this year? Then you&#8217;re going to want to read on for some of the best on our patch. 



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1000" height="1000" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/warks/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2025/02/cannock-chase-10-5-website-resized-5.jpg" alt="Cannock Chase 20, 10, 15 and 5 mile. Photo: Nice Work website" class="wp-image-66550" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/warks/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2025/02/cannock-chase-10-5-website-resized-5.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/warks/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2025/02/cannock-chase-10-5-website-resized-5-800x800.jpg 800w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/warks/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2025/02/cannock-chase-10-5-website-resized-5-400x400.jpg 400w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/warks/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2025/02/cannock-chase-10-5-website-resized-5-768x768.jpg 768w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/warks/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2025/02/cannock-chase-10-5-website-resized-5-500x500.jpg 500w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Cannock Chase </figcaption></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-coventry-half-marathon-and-10k"><a href="https://www.runforall.com/events/half-marathon/coventry-half-marathon/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Coventry Half Marathon and 10k</a></h2>



When? 19 April



£ 35



The much-loved Coventry Half Marathon returns to the historic streets of Coventry in 2026, along with the Coventry 10K. The Half Marathon course starts at Gosford Street and takes runners through city streets before heading to the nearby countryside and out towards Shakespeare’s county of Warwickshire and back to the Coventry Cathedral finish line. The 10km takes you through the historic city centre streets passing The Wave Waterpark, Moseley Avenue Park, also finishing at the Coventry Cathedral.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-warwickshire-triathlon-stratford-upon-avon"><a href="https://uktriathlon.co.uk/events/warwickshire-triathlon" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Warwickshire Triathlon</a>, Stratford-upon-Avon</h2>



When? Sun 4 Oct 2026



£: From £67



What to expect: This triathlon which starts at 8am includes a dip in the heated pool at Stratford Leisure Centre, a scenic bike ride and flat run along the riverside. Tackle at 400m swim, 18k cycle and 5k run or stick with the 200m swim, 18k cycle and 2.5km run. 



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-great-birmingham-run-birmingham"><a href="https://www.greatrun.org/events/great-birmingham-run/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Great Birmingham Run</a>, Birmingham</h2>



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When? 3 May



£: From £33



What to expect: This is the city&#8217;s biggest racing event and there&#8217;s the choice of 10k or half marathons to run. It&#8217;s held across the city and takes in some of Birmingham&#8217;s top venues including The Bullring and Selfridges, Edgbaston Cricket Ground and the Wildlife Park. 



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><a href="http://kenilworthrunners.com/kenilworth-half-marathon" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Kenilworth Half Marathon</a>, Kenilworth</h2>



When? Date to be announced for Sept 2026



£: From £29



What to expect? Gorgeous views through Kenilworth town centre leading up and through the castle before running through the Warwickshire countryside.



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-warwick-half-marathon-warwick"><a href="https://www.warwickhalf.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Warwick Half Marathon</a>, Warwick</h2>



When? Sun 1 Feb



£: From £10 for Junior Race up to £50 for half marathon



What to expect? This route starts and finishes at Warwick Racecourse and takes in rolling views of the Warwickshire countryside. It&#8217;s a traffic free course too. If you&#8217;ve got kids keep them entertained by booking them in for the children&#8217;s 1km race. This year&#8217;s race is in support of Warwick-based charity <a href="https://mollyolly.co.uk/contact-us/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">MollyOllys</a>.- which provides support to children with life-threatening illnesses and their families in the UK



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-birmingham-running-festival-sutton-coldfield"><a href="https://www.birminghamrunningfestival.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Birmingham Running Festival</a>, Sutton Coldfield</h2>



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When? 11 Jan, 8 Feb, 5 April, 10 May, 19 July, 6 Sept &amp; 1 Nov 2026



£: £24 &#8211; £32



What to expect: Taking on one of your first marathons and races in Warwickshire and the West Mids? Then this one in Sutton Park is a good choice with 5km, 10km or a half marathon options. 



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-wolf-run-10k-challenge-leamington-spa"><a href="https://thewolfrun.com/springwolf/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Wolf Run 10k Challenge</a>, Leamington Spa</h2>



When? Sat 25 April &amp; Sun 26 April



£: Between £34 &amp; £66



What to expect: Running not enough for you? Throw in some thick mud, loads of boggy water and a load of obstacles on this hilarious and utterly filthy adventure. 



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-shakespeare-marathon-stratford-upon-avon"><a href="https://www.shakespearemarathon.org.uk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Shakespeare Marathon</a>, Stratford-upon-Avon</h2>



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When? 26 April



£: From £40 &#8211; £80



What to expect: Stratford Rotary organise this annual event in support of The Shakespeare Hospice which has marathon and half marathon options. Run past some of the town&#8217;s most historical buildings (including Holy Trinity Church &#8211; where the Bard&#8217;s buried) and through the lush Warwickshire countryside. The route is mostly flat and also takes in some of the area&#8217;s quaint little villages. 



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-compton-verney-half-marathon-and-10k-stratford-upon-avon"><a href="https://www.tempoevents.co.uk/events/compton-verney-half-marathon/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Compton Verney Half Marathon and 10k</a>, Stratford-upon-Avon</h2>



When? 26 July



£: From £28 &#8211; 37



What to expect? Previously known as the Edgehill Half Marathon, this was recently renamed after the beautiful venue where part of the race is held. It sets off from the front of the house and winds through the villages of Kineton, Little Kineton and Radway before returning up Pittern Hill and back to finish on the lawns of Compton Verney by the lake.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-cannock-chase-20-15-10-amp-5-mile-rugeley"><a href="https://www.nice-work.org.uk/e/cannock-chase-forest-20-15-10-and-5-mile-9035" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cannock Chase 20, 15, 10 &amp; 5 Mile</a>, Rugeley</h2>



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When? 8 Feb 



£: £30 &#8211; £40



What to expect? Looking to train for a spring marathon? This is ideal as it offers stunning &nbsp;5, 10. 15 and 20 mile forest paths and trails with spectacular scenery. Cannock Chase is a beautiful forest and comes with a pretty tough course &#8211; expect lots of steep hills and loose stones on down hills. Free parking included.

The best local races to train for in Warks and West Mids 2026

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