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Raise funds with a run!

Whether you’re a seasoned athlete, running newbie or keen fundraiser, join #TeamStGiles today and help make a difference to local people, and their loved ones, living with a terminal illness.

By signing up to #TeamStGiles you’ll receive an exclusive running vest, bespoke fundraising pack and a supportive community ahead of the event!

To help you with your training we’ve teamed up with Runna to offer you your first two weeks FREE! Achieve your running goals with personalised plans for everything from a faster 5k to your first marathon. Just use code: STGILES

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Tamworth Gate Gallop

2026 date coming soon | Tamworth

Choose between a 4.4k fun run or 10k, starting and ending at Anker Valley Sports Complex in Tamworth, where they’ll be music and community stalls. All finishers will get a memento and there are prizes for the winners.

Great North Run

Sunday 13th September 2026 | Newcastle

Take part in this iconic half marathon, with 60,000 runners taking on the route from Newcastle to South Shields each year – a running event like no other.

To register your interest please contact: Sam.Colclough@stgileshospice.com

London Marathon

Sunday 26th April 2026 | London

If you’re successful in securing a place let us know so we can support your fundraising journey. Email fundraising@stgileshospice.com or call 01543 434751.

 

Chester Marathon

Sunday 11th October 2026 | Chester

Get involved in the award-winning marathon set in the historic Roman Medieval destination, the great city of Chester.

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Paris Marathon

Sunday 12th April 2026 | Paris

One of the biggest marathons in the world and perfectly combines a personal challenge with the chance to discover one the worlds greatest cities!

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Cannock Chase Half Marathon

Sunday 19th April 2026 | Cannock Chase Forest

This event will be held at Cannock Chase Forest which is within the Cannock Chase Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

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Birmingham Running Festival

Sunday 21st December 2025 | Sutton Coldfield

Choose between a 5k, 10k or Half Marathon distance making it the perfect opportunity for a fun morning out with family and friends!

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Hackney Half

Sunday 17th May 2026 | London

A Half Marathon with a difference. Set your 2026 off to the right start by calling your crew to the Hackney Half start line on Sunday 17th May.

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Staffordshire Endurance Festival

Sunday 14th June 2026 | Buntwood

An iconic event set in the heart of Staffordshire, featuring middle and standard distance triathlons, along with a half marathon and 10K run.

 

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Your run, your way!

Matt Baxter took on the challenge of running 13 half marathons throughout 2023 to thank St Giles for the care given to his uncle, James, at the end of his life. Throughout the challenge Matt took on two of the runs from above including the London Virtual Marathon and the Great Birmingham Run. The challenge so far has helped Matt raise an incredible £1,214 for St Giles. Watch Matt’s story to find out more.

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