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	<title>5k &amp; 10k Archives - Grassroots Suicide Prevention</title>
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		<title>Barry Island 10K 2026</title>
		<link>https://prevent-suicide.org.uk/events/barry-island-10k-2026/</link>
        
        
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Ben Baxter]]></dc:creator>

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        <description><![CDATA[<img width="316" height="147" src="https://prevent-suicide.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/OIP-1.webp" class="attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="" /> Sun, sea, and sand provide the backdrop to the Barry Island 10K – which brings a summertime festival of running to the popular seaside resort. A firm favourite with runners – renowned for it’s varied and scenic route, unbeatable crowd support and feel-good atmosphere. The 10K race takes place on fully closed roads with rewarding <p><a class="btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link" href="https://prevent-suicide.org.uk/events/barry-island-10k-2026/">Read More...</a></p>]]></description>

        
        
        
        <mec:startDate>2026-05-17</mec:startDate>
                <mec:startHour>All Day</mec:startHour>
        
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                <mec:location>Friars Rd, Barry CF62 5TR, UK</mec:location>
        
        
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		<title>Colchester Stampede 10K 2026</title>
		<link>https://prevent-suicide.org.uk/events/colchester-stampede-10k-2026/</link>
        
        
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Ben Baxter]]></dc:creator>

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        <description><![CDATA[<img width="600" height="186" src="https://prevent-suicide.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/CHjiYENd7tBYpiCDnePOhutLgWAgxjVKfQIWTL5r.png" class="attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="" /> Maldon Rd, Stanway, Heckfordbridge, Colchester CO3 0SL, UK | Sunday, 17th May, 2026 Come and run at Colchester Zoological Society,, home to over 150 species and set in 60 acres of parkland and lakes! The Zoo is proudly listed in the top 2 zoos in the UK and listed as the 11th best zoo around the world as part <p><a class="btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link" href="https://prevent-suicide.org.uk/events/colchester-stampede-10k-2026/">Read More...</a></p>]]></description>

        
        
        
        <mec:startDate>2026-05-17</mec:startDate>
                <mec:startHour>All Day</mec:startHour>
        
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                <mec:location>Colchester Zoo</mec:location>
        
        
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		<title>Leeds 10K 2026</title>
		<link>https://prevent-suicide.org.uk/events/leeds-10k-2026/</link>
        
        
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Ben Baxter]]></dc:creator>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://prevent-suicide.org.uk/?post_type=mec-events&#038;p=32011</guid>

        <description><![CDATA[<img width="401" height="201" src="https://prevent-suicide.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/ML1dtZbRSuXRqfNgnfNVlDAir0qkwTtaYQLxlTNH.png" class="attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="" /> &nbsp; This is where it all began. The Leeds 10K was Jane Tomlinson’s vision. Having raised £1.8 million for charity while she was battling terminal cancer, in 2006 Jane knew her time left to fundraise was limited. As a result, she decided to set up the Leeds 10K to continue the fundraising vehicle for charities <p><a class="btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link" href="https://prevent-suicide.org.uk/events/leeds-10k-2026/">Read More...</a></p>]]></description>

        
        
        
        <mec:startDate>2026-06-14</mec:startDate>
                <mec:startHour>All Day</mec:startHour>
        
        <mec:endDate>2026-06-14</mec:endDate>
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                <mec:location>Clothworkers&#039; Building South, Woodhouse, Leeds LS2 9JT,</mec:location>
        
        
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		<title>Newcastle 10K- July</title>
		<link>https://prevent-suicide.org.uk/events/newcastle-10k-july/</link>
        
        
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Ben Baxter]]></dc:creator>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://prevent-suicide.org.uk/?post_type=mec-events&#038;p=32025</guid>

        <description><![CDATA[<img width="853" height="623" src="https://prevent-suicide.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/NEK0kDRIW2q9fDngzgd10FBzAnjepzSLVgTTycWz.png" class="attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="" /> &nbsp; We are excited to announce the return of the Newcastle Half Marathon and 10k, starting and finishing at the Newcastle Falcons Rugby Union home ground – Kingston Park! These ROAD CLOSED courses take in the beautiful countryside lanes around Newcastle Airport and Dinnington. When you join Team Grassroots, you will benefit from: No joining <p><a class="btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link" href="https://prevent-suicide.org.uk/events/newcastle-10k-july/">Read More...</a></p>]]></description>

        
        
        
        <mec:startDate>2026-07-12</mec:startDate>
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		<title>Saucony London 10K</title>
		<link>https://prevent-suicide.org.uk/events/saucony-london-10k/</link>
        
        
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Ben Baxter]]></dc:creator>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://prevent-suicide.org.uk/?post_type=mec-events&#038;p=32030</guid>

        <description><![CDATA[<img width="412" height="122" src="https://prevent-suicide.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/yB3kXSOpEkccVkFfnifViiTUqKbtEaWkwnvpKh1j.png" class="attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="" /> Take on the most iconic 10K in the capital on Sunday 12 July 2026. Live bands, DJs and cheering fans will power you through the route, which takes in some of London’s most famous landmarks — including Westminster Bridge, The London Eye, Regent Street, Piccadilly Circus and Big Ben. Whether you&#8217;re chasing your first finish <p><a class="btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link" href="https://prevent-suicide.org.uk/events/saucony-london-10k/">Read More...</a></p>]]></description>

        
        
        
        <mec:startDate>2026-07-12</mec:startDate>
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		<title>Run Thorpe Park 5k 2026</title>
		<link>https://prevent-suicide.org.uk/events/run-thorpe-park-5k-2026/</link>
        
        
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Ben Baxter]]></dc:creator>

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        <description><![CDATA[<img width="960" height="805" src="https://prevent-suicide.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Thorpe-Park.png" class="attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="" /> Thorpe Park, Staines Road, Chertsey, KT16 8PN | Sunday, 6th September, 2026 Join us for the Run Thorpe Park series. Run a 5k or 10k around the rides and rollercoasters inside the fantastic THORPE PARK Resort and be first in line to enjoy everything the Resort has to offer. Following the race, you will be able to <p><a class="btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link" href="https://prevent-suicide.org.uk/events/run-thorpe-park-5k-2026/">Read More...</a></p>]]></description>

        
        
        
        <mec:startDate>2026-09-06</mec:startDate>
                <mec:startHour>All Day</mec:startHour>
        
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		<title>Run Thorpe Park 10k 2026</title>
		<link>https://prevent-suicide.org.uk/events/run-thorpe-park-10k-2026/</link>
        
        
        <pubDate></pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Ben Baxter]]></dc:creator>

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        <description><![CDATA[<img width="960" height="805" src="https://prevent-suicide.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Thorpe-Park-1.png" class="attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="" /> Thorpe Park, Staines Road, Chertsey, KT16 8PN | Sunday, 6th September, 2026 Join us for the Run Thorpe Park series. Run a 5k or 10k around the rides and rollercoasters inside the fantastic THORPE PARK Resort and be first in line to enjoy everything the Resort has to offer. Following the race, you will be able to <p><a class="btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link" href="https://prevent-suicide.org.uk/events/run-thorpe-park-10k-2026/">Read More...</a></p>]]></description>

        
        
        
        <mec:startDate>2026-09-06</mec:startDate>
                <mec:startHour>All Day</mec:startHour>
        
        <mec:endDate>2026-09-06</mec:endDate>
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                <mec:location>Thorpe Park, Staines Road, Chertsey, KT16 8PN</mec:location>
        
        
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		<title>Derbyshire Dales Hiking Trail &#8211; 9KM</title>
		<link>https://prevent-suicide.org.uk/events/derbyshire-dales-hiking-trail-9km/</link>
        
        
        <pubDate></pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Ben Baxter]]></dc:creator>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://prevent-suicide.org.uk/?post_type=mec-events&#038;p=33346</guid>

        <description><![CDATA[<img width="204" height="192" src="https://prevent-suicide.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Derby-Hiking.png" class="attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="" /> Bakewell DE45 1AH, UK | Sunday, 13th September, 2026 Three Stunning Trail Hikes Through the Heart of the Peak District Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Bakewell Showground, this trail hiking event offers three incredible route options: Half Marathon, 15K, and 9.5K, each taking you on a journey through some of the most spectacular landscapes in <p><a class="btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link" href="https://prevent-suicide.org.uk/events/derbyshire-dales-hiking-trail-9km/">Read More...</a></p>]]></description>

        
        
        
        <mec:startDate>2026-09-13</mec:startDate>
                <mec:startHour>All Day</mec:startHour>
        
        <mec:endDate>2026-09-13</mec:endDate>
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                <mec:location>Derby</mec:location>
        
        
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		<title>Alton Towers 5k 2026</title>
		<link>https://prevent-suicide.org.uk/events/alton-towers-5k-2026/</link>
        
        
        <pubDate></pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Ben Baxter]]></dc:creator>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://prevent-suicide.org.uk/?post_type=mec-events&#038;p=33426</guid>

        <description><![CDATA[<img width="300" height="168" src="https://prevent-suicide.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Alton-Towers-1.png" class="attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="" /> Farley Ln, Alton, Stoke-on-Trent ST10 4DB, UK | Sunday, 15th November, 2026 Come and join us at the UK’s biggest Theme Park, Alton Towers for the 5k, 10k &amp; Half Marathon event around the park. Starting and finishing within Alton Towers Theme Park this is an event for the entire family. Open to all abilities, you can <p><a class="btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link" href="https://prevent-suicide.org.uk/events/alton-towers-5k-2026/">Read More...</a></p>]]></description>

        
        
        
        <mec:startDate>2026-11-15</mec:startDate>
                <mec:startHour>All Day</mec:startHour>
        
        <mec:endDate>2026-11-15</mec:endDate>
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                <mec:location>Alton Towers</mec:location>
        
        
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		<title>Sussex Downs Hiking Trail &#8211; 10KM 2026</title>
		<link>https://prevent-suicide.org.uk/events/sussex-downs-10km-2026/</link>
        
        
        <pubDate></pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Ben Baxter]]></dc:creator>

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        <description><![CDATA[<img width="330" height="153" src="https://prevent-suicide.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Sussex-Downs.png" class="attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="" /> Plumpton, Lewes BN7 3AL, UK | Saturday, 28th November, 2026 Experience the breathtaking South Downs National Park with the Sussex Downs Trail Hike, a scenic walking and hiking challenge set in Mid-Sussex. Starting from the well-equipped Plumpton Racecourse, the event is easily accessible from Brighton, Haywards Heath, Lewes, Burgess Hill, and major routes including the A27 and <p><a class="btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link" href="https://prevent-suicide.org.uk/events/sussex-downs-10km-2026/">Read More...</a></p>]]></description>

        
        
        
        <mec:startDate>2026-11-28</mec:startDate>
                <mec:startHour>All Day</mec:startHour>
        
        <mec:endDate>2026-11-28</mec:endDate>
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                <mec:location>Lewes</mec:location>
        
        
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