Running

Our running team is known as the Banana Army because of our bright yellow t-shirts.

The Banana Army offers fantastic support to all its members and creates a fun team atmosphere wherever we are! Whether you are taking on a 5k run, a marathon or you have organised your own run we would love to hear from you.

It’s easy to start running - we have events all around the country for runners of all distances. You won't need a lot of expensive equipment, just a decent pair of trainers.

If you’re a first timer or you’re out running every week, the Banana Army can offer you training and fundraising support every step of the way. So why not sign up for one of our running events today and run to beat blood cancer?

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Running events from across the UK

Upcoming events

Sun, 05/09/2010 - 10:00

Junior & Mini Great Yorkshire Run

Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research are proud to be the official charity for the Bupa Junior and Mini Great Yorkshire Run in 2010.

Sun, 05/09/2010 - 10:00

Middlesbrough 10K Run

Middlesbrough 10k Banana Army Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research

Sun, 12/09/2010 - 09:30

Experian Robin Hood Marathon & Half Marathon

The Experian Robin Hood Half Marathon in its 30th year is one of the most scenic city centre races in the UK.

Sat, 18/09/2010 - 10:00

Junior & Mini Great North Run

Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research are proud to be the official charity for the Bupa Junior and Mini Great North Run in 2010.

Sun, 19/09/2010 - 10:00

Bupa Great North Run

The Bupa Great North Run is the largest half marathon in the world with over 50,000 competitors taking to the streets of Newcastle.

Sat, 25/09/2010 (All day)

The Chase Race

You can take part in the 40 mile off-road duathalon to raise money for Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research.

Sun, 26/09/2010 - 09:45

Run to the Beat

Run to the Beat is London’s largest half marathon and starts and finishes at London O2 Arena.

Sun, 26/09/2010 - 11:00

Golden Gates Gallop - Fun Run

A great family event in the heart of the Derbyshire countryside. A timed 5 mile and 2 mile fun are available.

Sun, 03/10/2010 - 11:00

Bananaman Chase

Bananaman Chase 10K in Milton Keynes. A family fun day out for Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research.

Sun, 10/10/2010 - 08:00

RunKingston

RunKingston is an endurance running event covering the distances of 16 miles or 8.2 miles. It's a fantastic warm-up event for upcoming marathons.

Sat, 23/10/2010 - 10:00

Junior & Mini Great South Run

Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research are proud to be the official charity for the Bupa Junior and Mini Great South Run in 2010.

Sun, 24/10/2010 - 09:00

Birmingham Half Marathon 2010

One of the UK's most popular half marathons taking part in Britain's second largest city.

Sun, 24/10/2010 - 10:00

Bupa Great South Run

The Bupa Great South Run is the last in the calendar of the Great Run events. Over 10,000 runners take on this 10-mile run along the south coast in Portsmouth.

Sun, 06/03/2011 - 11:00

Bath Half Marathon

The Bath Half Marathon is one of the longest established and most popular city centre road events in the UK.

Sun, 10/04/2011 - 09:00

Brighton Marathon

The inaugural Brighton Marathon was a huge success in 2010. There are over 15,000 people expected to take part in the 2nd year. A fantastic alternative to London.

Sun, 17/04/2011 - 09:00

Virgin London Marathon

The Virgin London Marathon is one of the running highlights of the year, with over 35,000 entrants and huge crowds lining the route.

Recent events

Sun, 16/05/2010 - 10:00

Bupa Great Manchester Run

The Bupa Great Manchester 10k is a very popular run through the streets of Manchester.

Sun, 16/05/2010 - 10:00

Junior & Mini Great Manchester Run

Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research are proud to be the official charity for the Bupa Junior and Mini Great Manchester Run in 2010.

Sun, 09/05/2010 - 11:00

Bromsgrove 10K and 5K

The Bromsgrove 10k and 5k is a scenic fun run taking place in the lovely Worcestershire countryside.

Sun, 02/05/2010 - 10:00

Junior & Mini Great Edinburgh Run

Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research are proud to be the official charity for the Bupa Junior and Mini Great Edinburgh Run in 2010.

Sun, 11/04/2010 - 08:00

Kingston Breakfast Run

This 16 mile or 8 mile scenic run around Kingston takes you along the River Thames and out to Hampton Court.

Sun, 21/03/2010 - 11:30

Fleet Half Marathon

The Asics Fleet Half Marathon is celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2011.