The Running Industry Awards 2025 concluded at a gala awards dinner held on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at Burleigh Court, Loughborough University, UK.
The awards brought together industry leaders, innovators, brands, retailers, event organisers and community advocates in a night of recognition and celebration.
The 18 awards – spanning brands, retail, events, community impact, technology, media, agency excellence and individual contribution – honoured the organisations and individuals shaping the future of running across the UK & Ireland.
Hosted by Running Industry Alliance (RIA) in partnership with RunEvents and England Athletics, the Running Industry Awards sought to reflect the breadth, innovation and impact of the business-to-business running sector – recognising excellence nominated by the industry and voted for by the public.
2025 winners:
- Footwear Brand of the Year – ASICS
- Running Apparel Brand of the Year – adidas
- Accessory Brand of the Year – Shokz
- Nutrition, Hydration & Wellbeing Brand of the Year – Science In Sport (SiS)
- Independent Retailer of the Year – Run North West
- Multi-Site Retailer of the Year – Decathlon
- Online Retailer of the Year – SportsShoes.com
- Large-Scale Event of the Year – London Landmarks Half Marathon
- Mid-Sized Event of the Year – Hastings Half Marathon
- Boutique/Specialist Event of the Year – Windermere Marathon
- Community Impact Award – parkrun
- Charity Campaign of the Year – Cancer Research UK Race for Life
- Tech in Running Award – Garmin
- Service / Supplier of the Year – JustGiving
- Media Voice of the Year – Eilish McColgan
- Triathlon & Multisport Excellence Award – The Brownlee Foundation
- Agency of the Year – Nice Work
- Outstanding Contribution Award – Mel Bound of This Woman Runs
The top three finalists and their placements as well as further details about each award can be viewed online.
The sold-out gala awards dinner saw a packed room of running industry professionals come together to recognise achievement, strengthen community ties across sectors and to celebrate the industry together. Winners and finalists alike reflected the diversity, creativity and collaborative spirit that fuel the running industry’s continued growth and impact.
Speaking at the event, Rebecca Richardson of Running Industry Alliance and Barry Hopkins of England Athletics said “The calibre of this year’s finalists and winners showcases just how vibrant and innovative our industry has become.
“From established brands to emerging community initiatives, the Running Industry Awards celebrate the people and organisations who relentlessly push boundaries, elevate experiences, and make running better for everyone.”
“A big thank you goes to all Power Zone Partners and Category Partners for their support in making the inaugural Running Industry Awards happen.”
Power Zone Partners
- njuko
- Orangery
- Marathon Photos Live
- Taurus Events
- givestar
- Endurance Zone
- MOVE
- Women’s Running
Category Partners
- Science in Sport (SiS)
- ASICS
- Scimitar
- Mann Broadbent
- SportsShoes.com
- England Athletics
- Running Industry Alliance
- Triathlon Industry Alliance
The Running Industry Awards are an annual celebration of excellence across all facets of the UK & Ireland running ecosystem, recognising brands, retailers, events, community initiatives, services, media and individuals who are shaping the sport’s business and cultural future.
Organised by Running Industry Alliance (RIA) in collaboration with RunEvents and England Athletics, the Awards combine industry nomination and public voting to shine a spotlight on achievement.
The 2026 Running Industry Awards are scheduled to take place on Tuesday December 8, 2025.
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