Running

Have you thought about rising to the challenge of a marathon or perhaps getting started with a three-mile jog? Why not raise money for Diabetes UK at the same time? All participants in our sporting events will receive their very own Diabetes UK runners' pack.

 

Forthcoming events

Adidas Silverstone Half Marathon

Sunday 14 March 2010

Silverstone race track
Silverstone

The Adidas Silverstone half marathon is now a firm favourite on any running calendar. It is the perfect course for any runner – whether you are looking to complete your first race, beat your previous half marathon time, or as a perfect warm-up for the London Marathon.

Why not take part in this fantastic event while also raising money for Diabetes UK; helping us improve the lives of people living with diabetes.

To enter online go to www.adidashalfmarathon.co.uk  but be quick because the places are filling fast.

Contact
Ellie Wood
Email
ellie.wood@diabetes.org.uk
Phone
020 7424 1868
Website
www.adidashalfmarathon.co.uk

Kilomathon - Nottingham to Derby

Sunday 14 March 2010

Nottingham to Derby
Contact
Diabetes UK Midlands
Email
midlands@diabetes.org.uk
Phone
01922 614500

Hampton Ferry Charity Race

Saturday 27 March 2010, 11am

Hampton Ferry
Vale of Evesham

Historic Hampton Ferry in the beautiful Vale of Evesham presents a charity race and fun run.

A 5 kilometre unofficial timed race open to those aged from 13 years to adult and also a 2 kilometre fun run (fancy dress optional).

A multi terrain picturesque course along the banks of the River Avon starting and finishing at Raphaels Restaurant, Hampton Ferry, Boat Lane, Evesham, WR11 4BP.

Derbyshire Building Society 10k

Sunday 11 April 2010

Derby
Contact
Diabetes UK Midlands
Email
midlands@diabetes.org.uk
Phone
01922 614500

Virgin London Marathon 2010

Sunday 25 April 2010

 

 

 

Golden Bond Places

Sorry!  We have now allocated all of our Golden Bond (guaranteed) places for 2010.

We are holding a waiting list incase we get any returned places – we can reallocate these places until February 2010.

Contact
Ellie Wood
Email
ellie.wood@diabetes.org.uk
Phone
020 7424 1868

Bristol 10K 2010

Sunday 9 May

If you would like to run the Bristol 10K for Diabetes UK then please contact us for a running vest and fundraising pack.

Email
south.west@diabetes.org.uk
Phone
01823 324 007
Website
http://www.bristolhalfmarathon.com/bristol10k

Middlesbrough 5k road race and 2k fun run

16 May 2010

Middlesbrough

The 5k road race will start at 10.20am on Sunday 16 May. The run will start at Albert Road and finish at Middlesbrough Town Hall. Minimum age for entries is 13.

The 2k fun run will also be on the 16 May and give people the opportunity to run for fun. This event is ideal for people who want to enjoy a more relaxed event, it is great for families and you can also run in fancy dress.

To enter either run, please visit the Middlesbrough Run website. Once you have registered, please contact the Northern & Yorkshire office for a fundraising pack.

Contact
Northern & Yorkshire
Email
northyorks@diabetes.org.uk
Phone
01325 488606
Website
Middlesbrough Runs

Great Manchester Run 2010

Sunday 16 May 2010

Manchester city centre

 

Guaranteed places available

Thank you for choosing to support Diabetes UK.

Run for Diabetes UK and help raise vital funds for diabetes research.

Distance: 10K
Minimum sponsorship: £250
Registration fee: £35

Register here.

 

Contact
Rachael
Email
northwest.fundraising@diabetes.org.uk
Phone
01925 653281
Website
www.greatrun.org

Coventry Half Marathon and Coventry Half Mile

Sunday 23 May 2010

Coventry
Contact
Diabetes UK Midlands
Email
midlands@diabetes.org.uk
Phone
01922 614500

Edinburgh Marathon - Scotland

23 May 2010

Half Marathon 8am, Marathon 10am
Edinburgh City Centre
Scotland

The Edinburgh Marathon will take place on the 23 May 2010 and will start in the city centre taking in Holyrood Park, Leith Links and Portobello Promenade, it will then go through East Lothian before a grandstand finish in Musselburgh Racecourse. 

With just under 20,000 runners expected it is sure to be the most exhilarating year yet!

To register for a place in this run visit www.edinburgh-marathon.com

Contact
Diabetes UK Scotland
Email
scotland@diabetes.org.uk
Phone
0141 245 6380
Website
www.edinburgh-marathon.com

Run for All - Hull

Sunday 23 May 2010 at 9am

Hull


Run for Diabetes UK in this new 10k run.

Originally set up in memory of Jane Tomlinson, this series has now expanded from the original 10k run in Leeds and the success of the 2009 event in York.  In 2010, Run For All will be holding 10k runs in Hull, Leeds and York. 

Diabetes UK has places available in all three  - please contact us for further details.

Contact
Diabetes UK Northern & Yorkshire
Phone
01325 488606

BUPA London 10,000 (10K)

Bank Holiday Monday 31 May 2010

London

BUPA London 10,000 (10K) will be held on the Bank Holiday - Monday 31 May 2010.

Now in its third year the BUPA London 10,000 is presented by the London Marathon Ltd and Nova International Ltd, the organisers of the BUPA Great North Run.

Contact
Ellie Wood
Email
Ellie.wood@diabetes.org.uk
Phone
020 7424 1868

Great Midlands Fun Run

Sunday 6 June 2010

Sutton Coldfield
Contact
Diabetes UK Midlands
Email
midlands@diabetes.org.uk
Phone
01922 614500

Run for All - Leeds

Sunday 4 July 2010 at 9am

Leeds City Centre


Run for Diabetes UK in this 10k Run For All event in Leeds.

Originally set up in memory of Jane Tomlinson, Run For All in 2010 have extended the series and will have three events this year to be held in Hull, Leeds and York.

Diabetes UK has places available in all three runs this year.

Contact
Diabetes UK Northern & Yorkshire
Phone
01325 488606

The British 10K London Run 2010

Sunday 11 July 2010

Hyde Park Corner
London

This run takes in some of London's most popular landmarks and is proving to be a most popular event with more than 165 runners joining the Diabetes UK team in 2009 and helping to raise more than £30,000 for the Diabetes UK research fund.

Contact
Events fundraising team
Email
events.fundraising@diabetes.org.uk
Phone
020 7424 1000

Bupa Great North 10K Run

Sunday 18 July 2010

Stadium of Light
Sunderland

The Great North 10K Run is now in its second year. Starting at the Stadium of Light in Sunderland, the course takes you through the city centre then back to finish at the Stadium.

So, why not get thoese running shoes on and raise money for Diabetes UK?

Contact
Northern & Yorkshire
Email
northyorks@diabetes.org.uk
Phone
01325 488606

Big Fun Run - Middlesbrough

31 July 2010

Albert Park
Middlesbrough

Run for Diabetes UK at this Big Fun Run event.

The run is 5k and starts at 11am.

If you would like raise money for Diabetes UK and take advantage of our discounted Charity Places of £8 for adults and £5 for concessions, please register via the Big Fun Run website.

Please contact the Northern & Yorkshire office for further information.

Contact
Northern & Yorkshire
Email
northyorks@diabetes.org.uk
Phone
01325 488606
Website
Big Fun Run

Run for All - York

Sunday 1 August 2010 at 9am

York Racecourse


Run for Diabetes UK in this 10k Run For All event in York.

Originally set up in memory of Jane Tomlinson, Run For All in 2010 have extended the series and will have three events this year to be held in Hull, Leeds and York.

Diabetes UK has places available in all three runs.

Contact
Diabetes UK Northern & Yorkshire
Phone
01325 488606

Big Fun Run - Sheffield

8 August 2010

Rother Valley Country Park
Sheffield

Run for Diabetes UK at this Big Fun Run event.

The run is 5k and starts at 11am.

If you would like raise money for Diabetes UK and take advantage of our discounted Charity Places of £8 for adults and £5 for concessions, please register via the Big Fun Run website.

Please contact the Northern & Yorkshire office for further information.

Contact
Northern & Yorkshire
Email
northyorks@diabetes.org.uk
Phone
01325 488606
Website
Big Fun Run

Big Fun Run - Leeds

14 August 2010

Roundhay Park
Leeds

Run for Diabetes UK at this Big Fun Run event.

The run is 5k and starts at 11am.

If you would like raise money for Diabetes UK and take advantage of our discounted Charity Places of £8 for adults and £5 for concessions, please register via the Big Fun Run website.

Please contact the Northern & Yorkshire office for further information.

Contact
Northern & Yorkshire
Email
northyorks@diabetes.org.uk
Phone
01325 488606
Website
Big Fun Run

Derby Big Fun Run

Sunday 22 August 2010

Derby
Contact
Diabetes UK Midlands
Email
midlands@diabetes.org.uk
Phone
01922 614500

Bupa Great Yorkshire Run - 10k

5 September 2010

Sheffield City Centre


Run through the historic streets of Sheffield in this year's Bupa Great Yorkshire Run.

Over the past couple of years, this event has grown and attracted thousands of runners as well as celebrities from all over the UK to Sheffield for this 10k road run.

Contact
Diabetes UK Northern and Yorkshire
Phone
01325 488606

Bristol Half Marathon 2010

Sunday 5 September 2010

If you have your own place for the Bristol Half Marathon and you would like to run for Diabetes UK and raise much needed funds then please contact us.

Email
south.west@diabetes.org.uk
Phone
01823 324007
Website
www.bristolhalfmarathon.com

Experian Robin Hood Marathon

Sunday 12 September 2010

Nottingham
Contact
Diabetes UK Midlands
Email
midlands@diabetes.org.uk
Phone
01922 614500

The Big Fun Run

Sunday 18 September 2010

Coventry
Contact
Diabetes UK Midlands
Email
midlands@diabetes.org.uk
Phone
01922 614500

Bupa Great North Run Weekend 2010

18 to 19 September 2010

Newcastle

Take part in the UK's largest half marathon and help raise vital funds for Diabetes UK.

  • Run for Team Diabetes UK - Bupa Great North Run 2010 - Sunday 19 September.
  • Take on the challenge of the Bupa Great North Run in support of Diabetes UK and help us reach our target of over 1,000 runners.
  • Charity Places are now available for the Bupa Great North Run 2010. 
  • To purchase one of our Places, please complete the Registration Form on this page.  Once completed, please send it with full payment to the address stated on the form.
  • For further information or to make a purchase over the phone, please contact the Northern & Yorkshire office during office hours on the number below.
  • If you have your Own Place in the Run but have not yet indicated you would like to run for Diabetes UK, please contact us using the details below and we will add you to our Team.
  • We also have our new Challenge website which allows you to set up an online donations page, if you have registered to take part in the Bupa Great North Run and would like to set up a page, please use this unique link: www.diabeteschallenge.org.uk/diabetes/HNYRUN001.
Contact
Fundraising team, Diabetes UK Northern & Yorkshire
Email
northyorks@diabetes.org.uk
Phone
01325 488606

Wolverhampton Marathon

September TBC

Wolverhampton
Contact
Diabetes UK Midlands
Email
midlands@diabetes.org.uk
Phone
01922 614500

Cardiff Half Marathon

17 October 2010

Cardiff
Wales

Run the Cardiff Half Marathon in 2010 for Diabetes UK.

Contact
Joe Cuff, Diabetes UK Cymru
Email
wales@diabetes.org.uk
Phone
029 2066 8276

Baxters Loch Ness Marathon

Sunday 3 October 2010

Loch Ness
Inverness

The Baxters Loch Ness marathon and Festival of Running will take place on Sunday 3 October 2010. Enter the marathon, 10K, Corporate Challenge or 5K online now.

Contact
Diabetes UK Scotland
Email
scotland@diabetes.org.uk
Phone
0141 245 6380
Website
www.lochnessmarathon.com

EDF Birmingham Half Marathon

Sunday 17 October 2010

Birmingham

Starting in the city centre, this half marathon takes you out past famous sights such as Edgbaston Cricket Ground and Cadbury World before returning to finish on Broad Street.

Contact
Diabetes UK Midlands
Email
midlands@diabetes.org.uk
Phone
01922 614500

Bupa Great South Run 2010

Sunday 24 October 2010

Portsmouth

Guaranteed places available now in this fast growing 10 mile road race in the historic city of Portsmouth. Join Team Diabetes UK and make your miles go even further.

Download an application form - return to us with £35 entry fee and we will send you our fundraising pack and running vest. Call 01372 731361 if you need more information.

Contact
Diabetes UK South East
Email
south.east@diabetes.org.uk
Phone
01372 731361

ING New York City Marathon 2010

Sunday 7 November 2010

New York

The ING New York City Marathon® continues to be the most important international marathon in the world – it will be barely seconds after you first arrive in Manhattan that you realise why: the place positively buzzes.

Diabetes UK is pleased to be working with 2:09 Events Ltd* to be able to provide a flexible choice of packages for you to take part in this event.

Contact
Ellie Wood
Email
ellie.wood@diabetes.org.uk
Phone
020 7424 1868
Website
www.209events.com

Santa Dash - Sutton Coldfield

Sunday 5 December 2010 - 11.30am

Sutton Park
Sutton Coldfield

5k and 10k routes
Registration fee: £8 for adults, £5 per child

Contact
Diabetes UK West Midlands
Email
w.midlands@diabetes.org.uk
Phone
01922 614500