RUN VIRTUAL RACES ANYWHERE
EARN STYLISH MEDALS
STAY MOTIVATED
Join thousands of runners completing virtual challenges – and get an epic medal you’ll be proud of
Create an account to get 15% off your first race
3,800+ Participants
Join a growing community of runners worldwide
100+ Themed Races
Take part in 5k to marathon distance races
£8,000+ Raised
Help raise money and awareness for charities
REAL RUNNERS - REAL MEDALS
Loved by runners worldwide
HOW VIRTUAL RACES WORK
Step - 1
Choose a challenge
Pick an exciting race
Step - 2
Run Your Way
Complete on your terms
Step - 3
Earn Your Medal
Submit your results. Receive a medal
CHECK OUT OUR CHALLENGES
Join the Game of Runs Tournament from 1st–30th September 2026 and run, walk, or jog any distance, anywhere.
Track your miles throughout the month to compete on the leaderboard and earn an exclusive 3D Game of Runs finisher medal.
The top 3 finishers will receive prizes, and 1st place will also win a themed t-shirt.
Suitable for all fitness levels, this challenge is a fun way to stay motivated, active, and competitive throughout September.
WHY CHOOSE THE RUNNING BUG?
Run On Your Schedule
Run when and where it suits you, at your own pace —making every run enjoyable, and stress-free
Earn Real Medals
Get a high-quality medal delivered to your door – something you’ll be proud to show off
Stay Motivated
Set realistic goals, track your progress and keep moving forward with every challenge you complete
Budget Friendly
No travel or accommodation costs, no hassle. Enjoy fun, accessible challenges designed for everyone
Support Great Causes
Taje part in themed races that help raise money for charities and spread awareness
Fantastic Rewards
Lots of rewards available throughout the website, including discounts and race points and prize draws
Prize draw winners
Each month, everyone who enters one of our virtual races has the chance to win a fantastic prize.
Recent winners John and Neil received running gift boxes from Running Box Gifts, while Bryan and Helen won delicious chocolate running shoes.
Enter a virtual race and you could be our next lucky winner!
PROUD TO PARTNER WITH
DP Running Journals is a runner-led platform and podcast created by Dave Pullin. It shares inspiring running stories, fitness journeys, tips, and challenges to motivate and connect the running community.
Lewis Running Coaching is a community that helps runners improve their performance from 5K to marathon distance. It offers structured training and support to help runners train smarter and stay consistent.
Running Box Gifts creates personalised gift boxes for runners of all levels. Their thoughtful, hand-finished boxes are designed to support and encourage runners before, during and after their runs.
Yorkshire Runner is a specialist running store created by runners for runners. They support the local running community by offering expert shoe fitting, gait analysis, running advice, and a friendly space for runners.