5km & 10km Runs

Looking to run for Team Combat Stress? 
Check out the following list of events.

Edinburgh Marathon Festival 2025

Edinburgh Marathon Festival 2025

25 May 2025

With it’s start line in the incredible city centre, you’ll run through the very heart of Edinburgh when you take on this amazing challenge! Greyfriars Bobby, The Mound, Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile and the Palace of Holyrood are just a few of the landmarks you will pass and maybe one of the reasons that this is the second largest marathon in the UK behind only London. Edinburgh has also been voted the fastest marathon in the UK by Runners World, so if this is your first marathon or you’re looking for a PB, this is the event for you!
Run Aintree

Run Aintree

21 Jul 2024

Join Team Combat Stress and take on the world-famous Aintree Racecourse! The route involves laps around a circuit - the course is flat and quick and there's a choice of 5K, 10K or half marathon distances.
Hull 10km

Hull 10km

9 Jun 2024

Join Team Combat Stress at one of the most recent additions to the UK's running calendar. The Hull 10km, takes place on a largely flat route - perfect for testing out a new distance or going for that PB!  The route takes you past Hull's waterfront, before heading towards to University of Hull and finishing back in the City Centre.
Edinburgh Marathon Festival 2024

Edinburgh Marathon Festival 2024

25 May 2024

With it’s start line in the incredible city centre, you’ll run through the very heart of Edinburgh when you take on this amazing challenge! Greyfriars Bobby, The Mound, Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile and the Palace of Holyrood are just a few of the landmarks you will pass and maybe one of the reasons that this is the second largest marathon in the UK behind only London. Edinburgh has also been voted the fastest marathon in the UK by Runners World, so if this is your first marathon or you’re looking for a PB, this is the event for you!
Birmingham Running Festival

Birmingham Running Festival

12 May 2024

Join Team Combat Stress at the wonderful Sutton Park in Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham. Choose between a 5k, 10k or Half Marathon distance – there is an option for everyone making it the perfect opportunity for a fun morning out running with friends and family!
Cannock Chase Running Festival

Cannock Chase Running Festival

14 Apr 2024

Join Team Combat Stress and take on the undulating trails of the stunning Cannock Chase Forest. With a 5K, 10K or half marathon to choose from, this event offers a distance for everyone.
Steve\'s 10km Challenge

Steve's 10km Challenge

22 Oct 2023

Combat Stress is the UK's leading charity for veterans' mental health. For over a century, they've helped former servicemen and women deal with issues like trauma, anxiety, depression and post-traumatic stress disorder. Today, they provide support to veterans from every service and every conflict.

I’m taking on vital steps towards ensuring veterans can get the support they need.

Thank you so much for your support.

85km race to the tower

85km race to the tower

25 Jun 2022

Combat Stress is the UK's leading charity for veterans' mental health. For over a century, they've helped former servicemen and women deal with issues like trauma, anxiety, depression and post-traumatic stress disorder. Today, they provide support to veterans from every service and every conflict.

I’m taking on vital steps towards ensuring veterans can get the support they need.

Thank you so much for your support.

Inflatable 5k

Inflatable 5k

The Inflatable Series has one of the most exciting courses around! Take on gigantic inflatable obstacles like ‘The Growler’, ‘Swing Shot’, ‘The Demon’ and ‘Temple of Doom’ before beating ‘The Boss’ at the finish line. With a huge variety of options take on the challenge that suits you and raise vital funds for veteran’s mental health!
Chase The Sun Battersea

Chase The Sun Battersea

Join Team Combat Stress in one of London's most picturesque parks, starting and finishing at the Parks Bandstand. The course is totally flat, offering the perfect opportunity to push yourself to a personal best.

OUR SUPPORT TO YOU

You’re important to us and we aim to make your run very special. Whether its your first event or you’re a seasoned pro when you join Team Combat Stress, we are ready to support you every step of the way. We will provide you with:

  • A discount code for a Combat Stress running top
  • A digital fundraising pack full of ideas
  • A wealth of fundraising resources including training plans
  • Support from a dedicated challenges fundraising team
  • Team e-newsletters with fundraising advice
  • Cheering materials available for family and friends
  • Access to an online Facebook Combat Stress forum

Do you have your own place?

Great news that you've got your own place, we'd love you to run for Team Combat Stress.

You get to choose your own fundraising target, so please raise as much as you can for veterans' mental health! We'll be here for you every step of the way and you’ll be provided with a discount code for a Combat Stress top.

Please tell us about your challenge so that we can best support you. 

If you have any questions please just ask we are here to help.  Give us a call on 01372 587 140 or email us at challenges@combatstress.org.uk