Finalists By Category

Brand of the Year (4 Awards)
Recognising outstanding brands across core product categories:

Footwear Brand of the Year – Category Partner SportsShoes.com
For innovation, design, performance, and impact in running shoes.

Finalists

ASICS

Brooks

Hoka

Running Apparel Brand of the Year
For excellence in technical clothing, sustainability, and community engagement.

Finalists

adidas

Happystride

Nike

Accessories Brand of the Year

For brands excelling in gear such as eyewear, headlamps, hats, socks or safety – elevating the runner experience.

Finalists

adidas

ASICS

SHOKZ

Nutrition, Hydration and Wellbeing Brand of the Year

Celebrating those supporting the physical and mental wellbeing of runners through innovative products, services and programmes.

Finalists

HIGH5

Kendal Mint Co.

SiS – Science in Sport

Retailer of the Year (3 Awards)
Honouring retail excellence across all formats – in service, innovation and community:

Independent Retailer of the Year
Independently owned and up to a maximum of 5 stores.

Finalists

Runnersworld

Run North West

Start Fitness

Multi-Site Retailer of the Year
Over 6 stores.

Finalists

Decathlon

Runners Need

Up & Running

Online Retailer of the Year
Online Retailers

Finalists

Runners Need

Run North West

SportsShoes.com

Event of the Year (3 Awards)
Celebrating exceptional events that raise the bar in delivery, runner experience, innovation and community value:

Large-Scale Event of the Year
For mass participation events (5,000+ runners) excelling in scale, sustainability, and impact.

Finalists

AJ Bell Great North Run

London Landmarks Half Marathon

TCS London Marathon

Mid-Sized Event of the Year
For events (1,000–4,999 runners) showcasing standout experience, sustainability and community connection.

Finalists

Altrincham 10k

Hastings Half Marathon

The Run Through Foundation 10K

Boutique/Specialist Event of the Year
For events under 1,000 participants that prioritise accessibility, sustainability, local engagement, and unique experiences.

Finalists

Dragon’s Back Race

Rassellbock Backyard Ultra

Windermere Marathon

Community Impact Award – Category Partner ASICS
Recognising individuals or initiatives using running to create meaningful social change, inclusion, and local transformation.

Finalists

Fordy Runs

NHS Couch to 5K

parkrun

Charity Campaign of the Year – Category Partner Scimitar
Celebrating impactful charity campaigns, initiatives or events that drive awareness, action, fundraising, and positive outcomes.

Finalists

Cancer Research Race for Life

Comic Relief (Jamie Laing)

London Landmarks Half Marathon

Tech in Running Award – Category Partner Orangery
Spotlighting transformative technology that enhances training, racing, and the runner journey – from apps and wearables to digital platforms and tools.

Finalists

COROS

Garmin

Strava

Service or Supplier of the Year – Category Partner Running Industry Alliance
Recognising essential B2B providers – from timing and logistics to merchandise and safety – who keep the industry moving behind the scenes.

Finalists

JustGiving

Let’s Do This

RaceNation

Media Voice of the Year
Highlighting powerful storytelling in running – from journalists and broadcasters to podcasters, influencers, and media platforms shaping culture and conversation.

Finalists

Dame Kelly Holmes

Eilish McColgan

Women’s Running

Triathlon & Multisport Excellence Award – Category Partner Triathlon Industry Alliance
Celebrating innovation and growth across the multisport sector – including triathlon events, brands, and service providers making impact in crossover spaces.

Finalists

Brownlee Foundation

Decathlon

Garmin

Agency of the Year
Honouring creative, PR, event or marketing agencies that deliver standout industry campaigns.

Finalists

Aspire PR

Nice Work

Threshold Sports

Outstanding Contribution to the Industry Award – Category Partner England Athletics
Recognising an individual or organisation whose long-term service, vision, or leadership has shaped and elevated the running industry.

Finalists

To be announced