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Great South Run 2026

A unique 10-mile event for your next PB.
  • GB Portsmouth, UK
  • 18 October 2026
  • 10 Mile
Great South Run 2026
Why run it?

World-famous for a reason, take on a rare ten mile event with the famous Great South Run. The course is packed with panoramic coastal views with a coastline route and iconic landmarks like Southsea Castle, HMS Victory, Portsmouth’s Historic Dockyard and more. A staple event on the South Coast for over 30 years, thousands of local supporters turn out to cheer the runners on. Plus when you cross the line you can soak up the atmosphere of the Après Run zone with food, drinks and live music.

What's it like to run?

Runners:
25000
Surface:
Road
Start:
10:35
Course:
Flat
Temp:
10°-16°
Distance:
10 Mile

Charity partners you can support in this event include

Orchid - Fighting Male Cancer
Orchid - Fighting Male Cancer
Orchid is the UK’s leading charity for those affected by male cancer. For over 25 years we have been working to save men’s lives from testicular, penile and prostate cancer through a range of support services, education and awareness campaigns and a world-class research programme.
Nicholls Spinal Injury Foundation
Nicholls Spinal Injury Foundation
Funding research which could potentially lead to breakthrough treatment for spinal injury
Service Dogs UK
Service Dogs UK
We train and provide assistance dogs from rescue for members of the armed forces and emergency services suffering with PTSD.
Southern Area Hospice Services
Southern Area Hospice Services
Providing care free of charge to people who are living with cancer and other life-limiting illnesses.
Make-A-Wish UK
Make-A-Wish UK
Make-A-Wish UK grant life-changing wishes to critically ill children. When it comes to their dreams, they deserve to wish for more than a life defined by their illness.
Living Life Counselling
Living Life Counselling
Mental health support for those that most need it.
The Big Food Project
The Big Food Project
At The Big Food Project, we’ve seen how hunger deeply affects individuals and families in our communities.
Brain Tumour Ireland
Brain Tumour Ireland
A charity founded by a small group of people caring for a family member who was sadly lost to a brain tumour in early 2012.
St Peter's Hospice
St Peter's Hospice
Support local patient care in Bristol and surrounding areas
The Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation
The Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation
Roy Castle Lung Cancer foundation offers expert lung cancer information and support.
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