Sun 17 May 2026
Chester, Cheshire, UK
Essar Chester Half Marathon and Fun Run charity places
One of the UK’s longest established and most highly regarded half marathons, starting and finishing in this historic Roman/Medieval city. Come and celebrate over 40 years of running in Chester!
2 races
Event overview
Whatever your reason for running, you'll be supported all the way to achieve half marathon greatness.
Prefer to enter directly? General entry options are explained on the Essar Chester Half Marathon and Fun Run page.
Charity places
Please select your distance to find a charity and join their team.
Event details
- Average fitness
- Beginner-friendly
- Event village
- Families
- Fancy dress
- Spectators
- Traders at event
Location
- Entertainment
- Music
- Paid parking
- Rural
- Secure bag storage
- Toilets
- Urban
Sustainability
- Public transport links