Finalists By Category

1

Footwear Brand of the Year

Category Partner SportsShoes.com

For innovation, design, performance, and impact in running shoes.

Finalists 2025

Winner: ASICS
Runner Up: Brooks
3rd Place: HOKA

2

Running Apparel Brand of the Year

Category Partner Science in Sport (SiS)

For excellence in technical clothing, sustainability, and community engagement.

Finalists 2025

Winner: adidas
Runner Up: happystride
3rd Place: Nike

3

Accessory Brand of the Year

Category Partner Women’s Running

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

Finalists 2025

Winner: Shokz
Runner Up: adidas
3rd Place: ASICS

4

Nutrition, Hydration and Wellbeing Brand of the Year

Category Partner Endurance Zone

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

Finalists 2025

Winner: Science In Sport (SiS)
Runner Up: HIGH5
3rd Place: Kendal Mint Co.

5

Independent Retailer of the Year

Category Partner Running Industry Alliance (RIA)

Independently owned and up to a maximum of 5 stores.

Finalists 2025

Winner: Run North West
Runner Up: Runnersworld
3rd Place: Start Fitness

6

Multi-Site Retailer of the Year

Category Partner Running Industry Alliance (RIA)

Over 6 stores.

Finalists 2025

Winner: Decathlon
Runner Up: Runners Need
3rd Place: Up & Running

7

Online Retailer of the Year

Category Partner Running Industry Alliance (RIA)

Online Retailers

Finalists 2025

Winner: SportsShoes.com
Runner Up: Run North West
3rd Place: Runners Need

8

Large-Scale Event of the Year

Category Partner Mann Broadbent 

For mass participation events (5,000+ runners) excelling in scale, sustainability, and impact.

Finalists 2025

Winner: London Landmarks Half Marathon
Runner Up: TCS London Marathon
3rd Place: AJ Bell Great North Run

9

Mid-Sized Event of the Year

Category Partner njuko

For events (1,000–4,999 runners) showcasing standout experience, sustainability and community connection.

Finalists 2025

Winner: Hastings Half Marathon
Runner Up: The RunThrough Foundation 10K
3rd Place: Altrincham 10K

10

Boutique/Specialist Event of the Year

Category Partner RunEvents

For events under 1,000 participants that prioritise accessibility, sustainability, local engagement, and unique experiences.

Finalists 2025

Winner: Windermere Marathon
Runner Up: Dragon’s Back Race
3rd Place: Rasselbock Backyard Ultra

11

Community Impact Award

Category Partner ASICS

Recognising individuals or initiatives using running to create meaningful social change, inclusion, and local transformation.

Finalists 2025

Winner: parkrun
Runner Up: NHS Couch to 5K
3rd Place: FORDY RUNS

12

Charity Campaign of the Year

Category Partner Scimitar

Celebrating impactful charity campaigns, initiatives or events that drive awareness, action, fundraising, and positive outcomes.

Finalists 2025

Winner: Cancer Research UK Race for Life
Runner Up: London Landmarks Half Marathon
3rd Place: Comic Relief (Jamie Laing)

13

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 2025

Winner: Garmin
Runner Up: Strava
3rd Place: COROS

14

Service / Supplier of the Year

Category Partner Taurus Events

Recognising essential B2B providers – from timing and logistics to merchandise and safety – who keep the industry moving behind the scenes.

Finalists 2025

Winner: JustGiving
Runner Up: Let’s Do This
3rd Place: RaceNation

15

Media Voice of the Year

Category Partner England Athletics

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

Finalists 2025

Winner: Eilish McColgan
Runner Up: Dame Kelly Holmes
3rd Place: Women’s Running

16

Triathlon & Multisport Excellence Award

Category Partner Triathlon Industry Alliance (TIA)

Celebrating innovation and growth across the multisport sector – including triathlon events, brands, and service providers making impact in crossover spaces.

Finalists 2025

Winner: The Brownlee Foundation
Runner Up: Garmin
3rd Place: Decathlon

17

Agency of the Year

Category Partner AHOTU

Honouring creative, PR, event or marketing agencies that deliver standout industry work or campaigns.

Finalists

Winner: Nice Work
Runner Up: Aspire PR
3rd Place: Threshold Sports

18

Outstanding Contribution Award

Recognising an individual whose long-term service, vision, or leadership has shaped and elevated the running industry.

Outstanding Contribution Award 2025:
Mel Bound
This Woman Runs

 

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