Sun 3 May 2026 Southampton, Hampshire, UK

ABP Southampton Half Marathon

A single lap of the marathon course which offers a spectacular route including green parks, shoreline and riverside views, starting and finishing at the iconic Southampton Guildhall.

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  • Sun 3 May 2026
Guildhall Square, Southampton
Half Marathon

09:00

Age 17 & over

£45

  • 13.1 miles road running + 152 m ascent

Event overview

Get that finish line feeling!

An incredible day of running across Southampton with events for all ages and abilities, which have previously gained a Bronze award for top runner reviews! With glorious riverside and shoreline running, the scenery is sure to ease you through those miles as you race for the finish.

Highlights

  • Southampton's incredible day of springtime running
  • Huge variety of sights and scenery
  • Range of distances to suit varying ages, abilities and goals
  • Runners' race village buzzing with support and excitement
  • Plenty of runner benefits including free photos, training plans and kit

This event is part of ABP Southampton Marathon.

Event community

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Event details

  • All fitness levels
  • Event expo
  • Event village
  • Families
  • Fancy dress
  • Newcomers
  • Spectators
  • Teams
  • Traders at event
  • Wheelchair users

Location

  • Accommodation
  • Bag storage
  • Bar
  • Cafe
  • Music
  • Paid parking
  • Toilets
  • Urban

Route

  • 1 lap
  • Cut off time
  • Entertainment
  • Marshals
  • Toilets
  • Water stations
  • Way markers

What's included

  • Cash prizes
  • Chip timing
  • Medal
  • Race photo
  • Technical t-shirt

Do it for charity

Looking to do this event for charity? Charity entry options are explained on the ABP Southampton Half Marathon charity places page.

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Macmillan Cancer Support

No one should have to face cancer alone.

  • Technical t-shirt
  • Personalised running vest
  • Fundraising support
  • Fundraising materials
  • Training plan
  • Pro training advice
  • Training guide
  • Online training zone
  • Dedicated contact
Charity place

Get a place from the charity.

Sign up
£25

Fundraise
£250

Entries

  • Age 17 & over
  • Entries open
  • Collect race pack
  • Enter online
  • Race pack by post
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