Sun 3 May 2026 Southampton, Hampshire, UK

ABP Southampton Half Marathon charity places

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.

  • Sun 3 May 2026
Guildhall Square, Southampton
Half Marathon

09:00

Age 17 & over

From £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

Prefer to enter directly? General entry options are explained on the Half Marathon page.

Charity places

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Event details

  • All fitness levels
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Event expo
  • Event village
  • Families
  • Fancy dress
  • Spectators
  • Teams
  • Traders at event
  • Venue accessible

Route

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

Location

  • Accommodation
  • Bar
  • Cafe
  • Music
  • Paid parking
  • Secure bag storage
  • Toilets
  • Urban

What's included

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

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