Love2run

Wallasey, Merseyside, England
Sunday 9 May 2027
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Whether you're a seasoned marathoner or a first-time participant, this is your chance to achieve something extraordinary with The Paul Lavelle Foundation's Love2run race event!Wirral Coastal Route - Start and Finish at the Historic Fort Perch Rock, New Brighton. Taking in the Iconic Liverpool Skyline and Wirral's Idyllic Coastal Scenery. The course is a flat coastal route mainly paved pathways with approx. 1 mile which is an off road sandy gravel path which is none treacherous. Race Information:Marathon:Start time - 08:30amDistance - 26.2 miles Runners must be 18 years and over on race dayHalf Marathon:Start time - 09:00amDistance - 13.1 miles Runners must be 17 years and over on race day10K:Start time - 9:30amDistance 6.2 miles Runners must be 15 years and over on race dayWhat to ExpectOfficially Measured CoursesOfficially Timed RunFinishers MedalT-Shirt & Goody Bag1st Place winners cup in each race category for men & womenLots of Community Spirit Supporting a Great CauseFor Safety Reasons the following are not permittedNo dogsNo pramsThe Paul Lavelle Foundation relies on the generosity of fundraising, donations, and community support to carry out the vital work we do. We are incredibly grateful for any fundraising efforts on our behalf, as they make a meaningful difference in helping us achieve our mission. However, if there is another charity close to your heart that you wish to support, we wholeheartedly encourage you to fundraise for them instead. Your kindness and dedication to making a positive impact are what truly matter. Please get in touch for a funding pack.

FAQs.

When is the Love2run?

The next Love2run is Sunday 9 May 2027. It includes a marathon, a half marathon, and a 10km.

When should I start training for the Love2run 2027?

The Love2run is on Sunday 9 May 2027. For the marathon, Dangelo's plan is 16 weeks, so start on Monday 18 January 2027. For the half marathon, Dangelo's plan is 12 weeks, so start on Monday 15 February 2027. For the 10km, Dangelo's plan is 8 weeks, so start on Monday 15 March 2027. Starting earlier than this is fine. Use the extra weeks for easy running.

What is the Love2run?

Whether you're a seasoned marathoner or a first-time participant, this is your chance to achieve something extraordinary with The Paul Lavelle Foundation's Love2run race event!Wirral Coastal Route - Start and Finish at the Historic Fort Perch Rock, New Brighton. Taking in the Iconic Liverpool Skyline and Wirral's Idyllic Coastal Scenery. The course is a flat coastal route mainly paved pathways with approx. 1 mile which is an off road sandy gravel path which is none treacherous. Race Information:Marathon:Start time - 08:30amDistance - 26.2 miles Runners must be 18 years and over on race dayHalf Marathon:Start time - 09:00amDistance - 13.1 miles Runners must be 17 years and over on race day10K:Start time - 9:30amDistance 6.2 miles Runners must be 15 years and over on race dayWhat to ExpectOfficially Measured CoursesOfficially Timed RunFinishers MedalT-Shirt & Goody Bag1st Place winners cup in each race category for men & womenLots of Community Spirit Supporting a Great CauseFor Safety Reasons the following are not permittedNo dogsNo pramsThe Paul Lavelle Foundation relies on the generosity of fundraising, donations, and community support to carry out the vital work we do. We are incredibly grateful for any fundraising efforts on our behalf, as they make a meaningful difference in helping us achieve our mission. However, if there is another charity close to your heart that you wish to support, we wholeheartedly encourage you to fundraise for them instead. Your kindness and dedication to making a positive impact are what truly matter. Please get in touch for a funding pack.

Free Love2run training plan

Download Dangelo, pick Love2run from the race list, and get a structured plan built around race day, with pace targets from your own running and workouts synced to Garmin, Coros, Apple Watch, Apple Health and Health Connect.

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When to start training

10km

8 weeks

Start by Monday 15 March 2027 for the full build to race day.

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Starting later than that? Dangelo shortens the build to fit the time you have left, and you'll still get a structured, achievable plan for Love2run.

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Have a finish time in mind for Love2run? Open the plan for your goal.

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How Dangelo gets you to the start line

A plan built around race day

Every week counts back from 9 May, so base, build, peak and taper land exactly where they should.

Paces from your running

Dangelo reads your recent training from Garmin and Coros and sets workout paces you can actually hold, then adapts them as you get fitter.

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