ABOUT US
What's Run Weekends?
Run Weekends offers running retreats, trail running holidays, and mountain adventures around the world. From wild, back-to-basics escapes to luxury five-star getaways. Each trip is designed for small groups of relaxed, like-minded runners to explore new places, forge new friendships, and connect with the great outdoors. No matter your ability or experience we offer a safe and inclusive space to simply enjoy a good run in a wonderful place.
We’re not racing, and we’re not a tour company. We’re something different. We offer a carefully curated experience where every detail is handled with care. From mountain huts to boutique hotels, from local meals to seamless logistics, we are your gateway to trail running adventures around the world. Simply bring your running shoes and we’ll do the rest.
Why Run Weekends?
Run Weekends was founded by Nick Butter, the first and only person to run a marathon in every country on Earth. That journey changed everything. It revealed that running is not about speed or medals, but connection, culture, and the joy of discovering the world step by step. Nick created Run Weekends as a way to share that spirit: credible, high-quality adventures for people who want to access the extraordinary, without needing months off work or a backpack full of risk. We champion the “weekend-first” mindset: making world-class experiences accessible, affordable, and achievable for all runners from all walks of life.
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run & retreat
off-road running trip
immersive run experience
endurance running break
active running holiday
multi-day running adventure
ultra running holiday
scenic run retreat
fitness running holiday
multi-day trail running retreat in the Alps
guided running holiday for intermediate runners
weekend run escape in Chamonix
wellness & trail running holiday Europe
mountain trail holiday with running guide
alpine running retreat small groups
beginner friendly trail running holiday Europe
boutique running retreat in the mountains
scenic alpine run tour with accommodation
endurance trail running holiday Italy

Nick made a name for himself by becoming the first and only person to run a marathon in every country in the world. Following the success of this 23 month expedition, Nick went on to run North to South of Italy totting up 100 marathons in 100 days, and then doubled that distance by circumnavigating Britain; running 5250 miles around the coast of the UK in 128 days. His books went on to be best sellers. Nick knows how to run, and he also knows the world and what's on offer.
Recognition & Stats
11 x World Records, 4 x World Firsts
98,000 Miles (and counting)
1,082 Marathons, 94 Ultra
£3.2m Charity Fundraising
Founder of The 196 Foundation
A Freeman of the City of London
Laureus Sporting Moments Award
Scholarship in Sports Psychology
5 x Charity Fundraising Awards
Countries Complete 196/196
UK Government Points of Light Award

OUR VALUES

Togetherness
We are in this together. Running is a solo endeavour. Just lace up and off you go. While many of us love the peace of solo runs, if you’re a runner, you’ll know that the running community offers so much more than this. Run Weekends is about bringing the community of lovely runners together. The love of running, kindness towards others, and total inclusivity is the frame work of the camaraderie you will experience at Run Weekends. Bring the love and it will be reciprocated. We always run together.
Adventure
There can be no true adventure without misadventure. We are not racing. We are not rushing. Half the fun is in the journey. Although each weekend is carefully put together to give you an unforgettable experience, your Run Weekends team will leave enough room in the plan to listen to the consensus of the group and adapt. Unlike a marathon race, we might change the route, we might run longer, we might change it up on the day. Running will always be at the heart of your time with us, but we’ll keep the schedule flexible to allow for misadventure.


Friendships
The only way to have a friend, is to be one. We all have a love of running in common, but there’s more to it than that. During your Run Weekend we hope you can connect with fellow runners through the love of running, but connect further and sustain a longer friendship. Our maximum group sizes of 16, plus free time and shared activities within the weekend give a chance for new friendships to blossom. The power of a hello to a new person can lead to great things.
Discovery
Not until we are lost do we begin to truly find our path. Founder Nick Butter is keen for discovery to be a central point of everything Run Weekends lives and breaths. Discovering new places, new people, new experiences is what brings life to our lives. Run Weekends is a place to discover, learn, and explore. Of course the ultimate discovery will be with yourself. During your Run Weekend there will be optional activities to help you get out of the comfort zone.

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