The 2024 AJ Bell Great South Run's cancellation due to Storm Ashley left thousands of runners disappointed when their favourite 10-mile event was pulled from the calendar at such short notice.

Still, every cloud has a silver lining, and following overwhelming demand, the organisers of AJ Bell Great South Run have announced the release of a limited number of additional entries for the 2025 event.

Marking its 35th year in 2025, this landmark 10-mile race remains one of the UK’s most iconic and best-loved running events. Set to take place on Sunday 19 October 2025 along the scenic South Coast, the race offers a striking route through Portsmouth and Southsea, with the runners treated to panoramic Solent views and a finish line steeped in atmosphere and celebration.

Beyond the views, the event’s vibrant energy keeps participants returning year after year. Highlights include upbeat on-course entertainment, the camaraderie of thousands of runners and lively post-race festivities – all combining to deliver a truly unforgettable race-day experience.

While the Great South Run 10-mile race is the keystone event, with over 25,000 runners each year, entries are also available for the Great South 5K, Junior and Mini events on Saturday 18 October, so you can make a weekend of it down on the South Coast.

With limited places available, due to the majority of 2024 participants choosing to roll their places over, prospective entrants are advised to secure their places on the 2025 start line now. More than 10,000 completed the AJ Bell Great South Run 10-mile distance virtually in 2024, with each participant receiving a Great South Run finisher's t-shirt and medal free of charge.

Paul Foster, Chief Executive at The Great Run Company, said: “We were delighted so many chose to complete the 10-mile distance with us virtually, conquering the challenge and continuing to raise vital funds for charities big and small. This participant spirit is exactly why the Great South Run is such a landmark event each year, and it’s a testament to how popular the event is when so many have chosen to roll their entry over and join us in 2025."

For more information and to enter, visit the Great South Run here.

Results and race reports are at the runABC South race listing here.

Photo courtesy of Great South Run