Marathons
Sunday 4 April 2027
Soak up the coastal views of the East Sussex English shoreline, heading out towards Brighton Marina, before making your way past Brighton's iconic pier.
Sunday 4 April 2027
Join thousands of runners in this marathon through the vibrant heart of Milan, along a course that touches the city’s most iconic landmarks.
Manchester Marathon
Sunday 18 April 2027
Join Team Arthritis UK and tens of thousands of runners for this fast, flat route through the vibrant streets of Manchester. You'll get a big Northern welcome!
Sunday 25 April 2027
Join runners from all over the world for the world's most famous marathon - a truly spectacular event and the biggest fundraiser across the globe.
29 and 30 May 2027
The Edinburgh Marathon Festival is Scotland’s biggest running festival and there is a distance for everyone. Choose from a 5k, 10k, Half Marathon or full Marathon.
What to expect as an Arthritis UK runner
- An Arthritis UK running vest
- An official welcome pack full of helpful training and fundraising advice
- Dedicated training and fundraising support from our expert team
- Access to our closed Facebook group of our community of supporters
Our stories
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Josh’s journey to the London Marathon
Thanks to research funded by Arthritis UK, a breakthrough came in 1999 after the development of biologic therapies, including anti-TNF drugs, which target the disease process itself rather than just masking symptoms. Read how these advancements meant that Josh’s life was transformed - taking him from painful joints to running the London Marathon in 2025.
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7 fundraising ideas from our marathon runner Louise
Marathon runner Louise shares her tips for hitting your fundraising target for Versus Arthritis.