Date: 14 September 2025
Start time: 9am
Location: Worcester Racecourse, WR1 3EJ
Entry: Free places
Minimum sponsorship: £150-£250
Organiser: Events of the North
Contact: Acorns Events team
Telephone: 01564 825037
Please read the full terms and conditions before signing up.
Sign up today
We are delighted to return as the Official Charity Partner for Worcester City Runs 2025, taking place on a traffic free, picturesque course through the heart of Worcester!
Join #TeamAcorns in 2025 for the Worcester City Runs. Come and support your local children’s hospice and be part of 5,000 runners taking part in this weekend of celebrations!
There is so much to get involved in from a 10k to a half marathon, not forgetting the Paula Radcliffe’s Families on Track fitness challenge. Bring the whole family, your friends or just yourself with a target time!
By joining #TeamAcorns you’ll be raising vital funds to support life limited and life threatened babies, children, and young people across the West Midlands.
Secure your FREE place today
We are excited to offer a limited number of FREE race entries this year! Each place has a minimum fundraising target. Included in your entry fee:
- An Acorns running vest
- Finishers’ T-shirt
- Bespoke support from our specialist events team to help with your training and fundraising
- A fundraising pack with ideas to help you meet your fundraising target
- Access to our private #TeamAcorns WhatsApp Group where you can get to know your fellow runners, share hints and tips with each other, and lots more!
- A unique themed medal
- Post race goody bag
“It was fantastic, thank you, we all absolutely loved it and are so pleased to have raised funds for Acorns, as well as such a lovely event to bring the team together.” – Emma
Worcester City Runs event routes
Please note, these routes are subject to change by the event organisers.
Already have a place in the race?
If you already have a place, you can still join #TeamAcorns and help to raise funds for local children and families. Our events team will be on hand to support you throughout.
“Thank you all for your support and comradeship! Running has changed my life and it’s been amazing running for Acorns.” – Gareth
Kick start your fundraising
We’re here to support you all the way! By signing up for the event you will receive an Acorns running vest, support from our Events team to help with your training and fundraising and the amazing feeling you’ll get from knowing you’re making a real difference to local children! Here are some simple ways to give your fundraising a boost, if you need more support we’d be happy to help. Just get in touch at events@acorns.org.uk.
Event details
Date: 4th May 2025
Time: 9am – 12.30pm
Location: Broad Street, Birmingham
Cost: FREE
Minimum sponsorship: £150-£250
Organiser: Great Run
Contact: Acorns Events team
Telephone: 01564 825037
Please read the full terms and conditions before signing up.
Sign up today
Join #TeamAcorns for the Midland’s biggest and best running event!
There’s everything you’d expect from a Great Run – notorious start line hype, top enroute entertainment and an event village that feels more like an after-party – but the carnival atmosphere and the passion and spirit of the runners is all Birmingham! This event sold out last year so don’t miss out on securing your place!
By joining #TeamAcorns you’ll be raising money for life limited and life threatened babies, children, and young people across the West Midlands.
Secure your FREE place today
We are excited to offer a limited number of free race entries this year! Each place has a minimum fundraising target. Included in your entry fee:
- An Acorns running vest
- Finishers’ T-shirt
- Bespoke support from our specialist events team to help with your training and fundraising
- A fundraising pack with ideas to help you meet your fundraising target
- Access to our private #TeamAcorns WhatsApp Group where you can get to know your fellow runners, share hints and tips with each other, and lots more!
- A unique themed medal
- Chip time results
Already have a place in the race?
If you already have a place, you can still join #TeamAcorns and help to raise funds for local children and families. Our events team will be on hand to support you throughout.
Great Birmingham Run event routes
Please note, these routes are subject to change by Great Run.
Kick start your fundraising
We’re here to support you all the way! By signing up for the event you will receive an Acorns running vest, support from our Events team to help with your training and fundraising and the amazing feeling you’ll get from knowing you’re making a real difference to local children! Here are some simple ways to give your fundraising a boost, if you need more support we’d be happy to help. Just get in touch at events@acorns.org.uk.
I want to join #TeamAcorns and I already have a place!
If you already have a place in the Great Birmingham Run and would like to support Acorns through your run, please fill out the form below and one of our team will be in touch soon.
Event details
Date: 16th February 2025
Start time: 9am
Location: Sutton Park, Park Road, Sutton Coldfield, B73 6BT
Entry price: £24 – £44
Sponsorship: Set your own fundraising target
Organiser: Run Through
Contact: Acorns Events team
Telephone: 01564 825037
Sign up today
Take on the Birmingham Running Festival!
A fantastic opportunity to run a 5k, 10k or a Half Marathon around the beautiful Sutton Park, a 2,400 acre National Nature Reserve in Birmingham.
Included in your entry fee as part of #TeamAcorns is a themed medal, water and post-race goodies. Come and enjoy the day with us; we hope to see you there!
Join #TeamAcorns
By joining #TeamAcorns you’ll be raising money for life limited and life threatened babies, children, and young people across the West Midlands and receive:
- An Acorns running vest
- Bespoke support from our specialist events team to help with your training and fundraising
- A fundraising pack with ideas to help you meet your fundraising target
- A unique themed medal
- Chip time results
- Post race goodies
- Free official race photos
Already have a place in the race?
If you already have a place, you can still join #TeamAcorns and help to raise funds for local children and families. Our events team will be on hand to support you throughout.
Kick start your fundraising
We’re here to support you all the way! By signing up for the event you will receive an Acorns running vest, support from our Events team to help with your training and fundraising and the amazing feeling you’ll get from knowing you’re making a real difference to local children! Here are some simple ways to give your fundraising a boost, if you need more support we’d be happy to help. Just get in touch at events@acorns.org.uk.
I already have a place!
If you already have a place in the Birmingham Running Festival and would like to support Acorns through your run, please fill out the form below and one of our team will be in touch soon.
Add this event to your calendar
Date: Sunday 7th September 2025
Start time: 9am
Location: Sutton Park, Park Road, Sutton Coldfield, B73 6BT
Entry price: £24 – £44
Sponsorship: Set your own fundraising target
Organiser: Run Through
Contact: Acorns Events team
Telephone: 01564 825037
Sign up today
Take on the Birmingham Running Festival!
A fantastic opportunity to run a 5k, 10k or a Half Marathon around the beautiful Sutton Park, a 2,400 acre National Nature Reserve in Birmingham.
Included in your entry fee as part of #TeamAcorns is a themed medal, water and post-race goodies. Come and enjoy the day with us; we hope to see you there!
Join #TeamAcorns
By joining #TeamAcorns you’ll be raising money for life limited and life threatened babies, children, and young people across the West Midlands and receive:
- An Acorns running vest
- Bespoke support from our specialist events team to help with your training and fundraising
- A fundraising pack with ideas to help you meet your fundraising target
- A unique themed medal
- Chip time results
- Post race goodies
- Free official race photos
Already have a place in the race?
If you already have a place, you can still join #TeamAcorns and help to raise funds for local children and families. Our events team will be on hand to support you throughout.
Kick start your fundraising
We’re here to support you all the way! By signing up for the event you will receive an Acorns running vest, support from our Events team to help with your training and fundraising and the amazing feeling you’ll get from knowing you’re making a real difference to local children! Here are some simple ways to give your fundraising a boost, if you need more support we’d be happy to help. Just get in touch at events@acorns.org.uk.
I want to join #TeamAcorns and I already have a place!
If you already have a place in the Birmingham Running Festival and would like to support Acorns through your run, please fill out the form below and one of our team will be in touch soon.
Add this event to your calendar
Date: 10th August 2025
Start time: 9am
Location: Malvern Park, Warwick Road, Solihull, West Midlands
Entry: Free
Minimum sponsorship: £50-£250
Organiser: Run Through
Contact: Acorns Events team
Telephone: 01564 825037
Please read the full terms and conditions before signing up.
We are delighted to be returning as the Official Charity Partner for Run Solihull 2025!
Join #TeamAcorns in our third year as the charity partner for Run Solihull Half Marathon and 10k, and join thousands of your fellow runners in chasing down a personal best along closed roads. There is also a fun filled event village open, with live performances, bag storage, charity stalls, food and drink vendors and plenty of toilets to use before you head off onto the course!
Starting and finishing in Malvern Park, in Solihull Town Centre, this is a unique opportunity to run a 10k or half marathon around the closed roads of Solihull.
There is also a Junior race!
You can make this a fun day out for the entire family with the addition of the wheelchair accessible Junior race!
By joining #TeamAcorns you’ll be raising money for life limited and life threatened babies, children, and young people across the West Midlands.
Secure your FREE place today
As the Official Charity Partner, we are excited to be able to offer a limited number of free race entries this year across all three races! Each place has a minimum fundraising target. Included in your entry is:
- A limited-edition Run Solihull for Acorns running vest
- Bespoke support from our specialist events team to help with your training and fundraising
- A fundraising pack with ideas to help you meet your fundraising target
- A unique themed medal
- Chip time results
- Post race goodies
- Free official race photos
Already have a place in the race?
If you already have a place, you can still join #TeamAcorns and help to raise funds for local children and families. Our events team will be on hand to support you throughout.
Sponsorship opportunities
Getting involved and sponsoring our events is a fantastic opportunity to gain brand visibility, engage with your community, and support a vital cause. Your sponsorship helps us raise essential funds, creating lasting change for those who need it most.
We’d love to work with you and look forward to discussing how you can join us in making a difference. Get in touch today to explore sponsorship opportunities for Run Solihull!
Kick start your fundraising
We’re here to support you all the way! By signing up for the event you will receive an Acorns running vest, support from our Events team to help with your training and fundraising and the amazing feeling you’ll get from knowing you’re making a real difference to local children! Here are some simple ways to give your fundraising a boost, if you need more support we’d be happy to help. Just get in touch at events@acorns.org.uk.
I want to join #TeamAcorns and I already have a place!
If you already have a place in Run Solihull and would like to support Acorns through your run, please fill out the form below and one of our team will be in touch soon.
Add this event to your calendar
Date: April 2026 (exact date TBC)
Time: 9am
Location: City of London and City of Westminster
Entry Price: £30
Minimum Sponsorship: £450
Contact: Acorns Events team
Telephone: 01564 825037
The iconic London Landmarks Half Marathon returns for 2026!
The London Landmarks Half Marathon is a closed road, central London run and is the only half marathon to go through both the City of London and City of Westminster.
This event is not your average half marathon! From cultural landmarks and heritage to the city’s quirky and hidden secrets, runners get to explore the capital on a route like no other!
The 2024 event started on Pall Mall, finished by Downing Street and had fabulous views of London’s most iconic landmarks including Big Ben, St Paul’s Cathedral, Nelson’s Column, the Gherkin, the Shard, the Tower of London and the London Eye.
Charity places
Acorns Children’s Hospice has a limited number of charity places in the London Landmarks Half Marathon and come with a minimum fundraising target.
To register your interest for one of our charity places in London Landmarks Half Marathon 2026, please fill out the form below or contact our events team, and we’ll be in touch to let you know once registrations open.
By joining #TeamAcorns, you’ll receive:
- Dedicated support from our specialist events team.
- The chance to join our London Landmarks Half Marathon 2026 community to share tips, ask questions and learn from others.
- An Acorns running vest.
- An Acorns water bottle to help you during those months of training!
- Access to a wide variety of fundraising ideas, materials and resources.
- Cheer squad materials for your friends and family.
Be the first to know when sign-ups open
Register your interest below and we’ll let you know when sign-ups for London Landmarks Half Marathon 2026 are open!
Event details
Applications for Acorns charity places in 2025 are now closed.
Find out more about our charity places in the London Landmarks Half Marathon 2026.
Date: 6th April 2025
Time: 9am – 12.30pm
Location: City of London and City of Westminster
Entry price: £30
Minimum sponsorship: £450
Organiser: LLHM
Contact: Acorns Events team
Telephone: 01564 825037
Please read our terms and conditions before signing up.
Join #TeamAcorns at the iconic London Landmarks Half Marathon!
The London Landmarks Half Marathon is a closed road, central London run and is the only half marathon to go through both the City of London and City of Westminster.
The event is not your average half marathon! From cultural landmarks and heritage to the city’s quirky and hidden secrets, runner get to explore the capital on a route like no other!
The 2024 event started on Pall Mall, finished by Downing Street and had fabulous views of London’s most iconic landmarks including Big Ben, St Paul’s Cathedral, Nelson’s Column, the Gherkin, the Shard, the Tower of London and the London Eye.
Got your own place?
Our charity applications have now closed. If you have your own place and would like to run for Acorns, please let us know by completing your details below so that we can support you with your fundraising.
Kick start your fundraising
We’re here to support you all the way! By signing up for the event you will receive an Acorns running vest, support from our Events team to help with your training and fundraising and the amazing feeling you’ll get from knowing you’re making a real difference to local children! Here are some simple ways to give your fundraising a boost, if you need more support we’d be happy to help. Just get in touch at events@acorns.org.uk.
I already have a place
If you already have a place in the London Landmarks Half Marathon and would like to support Acorns through your run, please fill out the form below and one of our team will be in touch soon.
Event details
Date: 15th September 2024
Start time: 9am
Location: Worcester Racecourse, WR1 3EJ
Entry: FREE
Minimum sponsorship: £150-£250
Organiser: Events of the North
Contact: Acorns Events team
Telephone: 01564 825037
Please read the full terms and conditions before signing up.
We are delighted to be the official charity partner for Worcester City Runs 2024!
Join #TeamAcorns for the 2024 Worcester City Runs 10th Anniversary! Come and support your local children’s hospice and be part of 4,000 runners taking part in this weekend of celebrations!
With so much going on, bring the whole family, your friends or just yourself with a target time! There is ample city centre parking, baggage services and plenty of fun activities for those not taking part.
Secure your free place today
We are excited to offer a limited number of FREE race entries this year! Each place has a minimum fundraising target. Included in your entry:
- An Acorns running vest
- Finishers’ T-shirt
- Bespoke support from our specialist events team to help with your training and fundraising
- A fundraising pack with ideas to help you meet your fundraising target
- Access to our private #TeamAcorns WhatsApp Group where you can get to know your fellow runners, share hints and tips with each other, and lots more!
- A unique themed medal
- Post race goody bag
By joining #TeamAcorns you’ll be raising money for life limited and life threatened babies, children, and young people across the West Midlands. Together, we are stronger.
Already have a place in the race?
If you already have a place, you can still join #TeamAcorns and help to raise funds for local children and families. Our events team will be on hand to support you throughout.
Kick start your fundraising
We’re here to support you all the way! By signing up for the event you will receive an Acorns running vest, support from our Events team to help with your training and fundraising and the amazing feeling you’ll get from knowing you’re making a real difference to local children! Here are some simple ways to give your fundraising a boost, if you need more support we’d be happy to help. Just get in touch at events@acorns.org.uk.
Thank you our #TeamAcorns sponsor, Talbots Law!
I want to join #TeamAcorns and I already have a place!
If you already have a place in the Worcester City Runs and would like to support Acorns through your run, please fill out the form below and one of our team will be in touch soon.
Event details
Date: 11th August 2024
Start time: 9am
Location: Solihull town centre
Entry: FREE
Minimum sponsorship: £50-£250
Organiser: Run Through
Contact: Acorns Events team
Telephone: 01564 825037
Please read the full terms and conditions before signing up.
We are delighted to be returning as the official charity partner for Run Solihull 2024!
Join #TeamAcorns for the fourth year running of Run Solihull Half Marathon and 10k, and join thousands of your fellow runners in chasing down a personal best along closed roads. By joining, you’ll be raising money for life limited and life threatened babies, children, and young people across the West Midlands.
Starting and finishing in Malvern Park, in Solihull Town Centre, this is a unique opportunity to run a 10k or half marathon around the closed roads of Solihull.
Returning this year: Junior race!
You can also make this a fun day out for the entire family with the addition of the wheelchair accessible Junior race!
Secure your free place today
We are excited to offer a limited number of FREE race entries this year! Each place has a minimum fundraising target. Included in your entry fee:
- A limited edition Run Solihull for Acorns running vest
- Bespoke support from our specialist events team to help with your training and fundraising
- A fundraising pack with ideas to help you meet your fundraising target
- Access to our private #TeamAcorns WhatsApp Group where you can get to know your fellow runners, share hints and tips with each other, and lots more!
- A unique themed medal
- Chip time results
- Post race goodies
- Free official race photos
Take on Run Solihull
If you’re still interested in joining #TeamAcorns at Run Solihull 2024, please get in touch at events@acorns.org.uk.
Run in the 10k
Minimum fundraising target: £150
Run in the Half Marathon
Minimum fundraising target: £250
Run in the Junior race
Minimum fundraising target: £50
Already have a place in the race?
If you already have a place, you can still join #TeamAcorns and help to raise funds for local children and families. Our events team will be on hand to support you throughout.
Kick start your fundraising
We’re here to support you all the way! By signing up for the event you will receive an Acorns running vest, support from our Events team to help with your training and fundraising and the amazing feeling you’ll get from knowing you’re making a real difference to local children! Here are some simple ways to give your fundraising a boost, if you need more support we’d be happy to help. Just get in touch at events@acorns.org.uk.
I want to join #TeamAcorns and I already have a place!
If you already have a place in Run Solihull and would like to support Acorns through your run, please fill out the form below and one of our team will be in touch soon.
Add this event to your calendar
Date: 15th September 2024
Start time: 9am
Location: Sutton Park, Park Road, Sutton Coldfield, B73 6BT
Entry price: £24-30
Sponsorship: Set your own fundraising target
Organiser: Run Through
Contact: Acorns Events team
Telephone: 01564 825037
Sign up today
Take on the Birmingham Running Festival!
Join Team Acorns for a unique opportunity to run a 5k, 10k or Half Marathon around the beautiful Sutton Park, the 2,400 acre National Nature Reserve in Birmingham.
Included in your entry fee is a themed medal, water and post-race goodies. Come and enjoy the day with us; we hope to see you there!
By joining #TeamAcorns you’ll be raising money for life limited and life threatened babies, children, and young people across the West Midlands.
Already have a place in the race?
If you already have a place, you can still join #TeamAcorns and help to raise funds for local children and families. Our events team will be on hand to support you throughout.
Kick start your fundraising
We’re here to support you all the way! By signing up for the event you will receive an Acorns running vest, support from our Events team to help with your training and fundraising and the amazing feeling you’ll get from knowing you’re making a real difference to local children! Here are some simple ways to give your fundraising a boost, if you need more support we’d be happy to help. Just get in touch at events@acorns.org.uk.
I want to join #TeamAcorns and I already have a place!
If you already have a place in the Birmingham Running Festival and would like to support Acorns through your run, please fill out the form below and one of our team will be in touch soon.