UK Virtual Races - Run Anywhere, Achieve Everywhere
The Beginning event artwork
Free flexible event

The Beginning 2K

Every journey starts somewhere.

FREE

This is a genuine UK Virtual Races event—not a demo or trial. Run or walk 2K anywhere, anytime, then submit your activity for review.

Your first step

A welcoming 2K at your own pace

Every journey starts somewhere.

The Beginning is your invitation to take that first step — or simply enjoy another one.

This free 2K virtual event is open to everyone, regardless of experience, fitness or pace. Whether you're new to running, returning after a break, enjoying a walk or simply looking for a little motivation, The Beginning is yours to complete in your own way.

There is no race-day pressure, no time limit and no deadline. Choose your own route, run or walk your 2K, and submit your evidence whenever you're ready.

Once your completion has been verified, you'll unlock your permanent 'The Beginning digital achievement' in your personal UK Virtual Races collection.

Free to enter. No medal. No certificate. Just your achievement — and the beginning of your journey.

  1. Enter freeSign in and claim one lifetime entry for your retained UKVR account.
  2. Run or walk 2KComplete the flexible distance in one or more eligible activities. There is no completion deadline.
  3. Submit evidenceUpload your activity securely through My Races for private administrator review.
  4. Unlock your achievementVerified completion adds the Bronze achievement permanently to your Personal Achievement Collection.
Free lifetime entry

Ready to begin?

Sign in or create your runner account before claiming your one free entry.

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Distance
2K
Format
Flexible
Complete
Anywhere, anytime
Deadline
None
Participation rules
- Complete a distance of 2 kilometres by running or walking.
- Participate anywhere, on a route of your choosing.
- There is no completion deadline or minimum pace.
- One free entry is available per UK Virtual Races account.
- Entries are personal and cannot be transferred.
- Your submitted activity must be your own.
- Completion is subject to evidence verification by UK Virtual Races.
- The reward is a permanent digital achievement only. No physical medal or certificate is included.
Activity submission requirements
Once you've completed your 2K, sign in to your UK Virtual Races account and open My Races.

Select The Beginning and submit evidence showing your completed activity and distance.

You can use a screenshot or record from a running or walking app, GPS watch or another supported activity tracker.

Your evidence should clearly show a distance of at least 2.00 km. Follow the submission instructions and confirm that the activity is your own.

Our team will review your submission. Once verified, your full-colour The Beginning achievement will be permanently unlocked in your Personal Achievement Collection.

There's no rush — complete your 2K whenever you're ready.