Sun 17 May 2026 Chester, Cheshire, UK

Essar Chester Half Marathon

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!

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Sun 17 May 2026

Chester Racecourse, Chester > Chester Town Hall, Chester

Half Marathon

09:00

Age 17 & over

£38.40-£52

13.1 miles road running + 355 ft ascent

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Event overview

Whatever your reason for running, you'll be supported all the way to achieve half marathon greatness.

This event is part of Essar Chester Half Marathon and Fun Run.

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Charity places

These charities have places in the event. To secure your place, select a charity and provide your details.

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Social welfare

Victim Support

Where people affected by crime or traumatic events get the support they need and the respect they deserve.

T-shirt
Running vest
Fundraising support
Fundraising materials
Dedicated contact

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£300

Cancer

The Childhood Eye Cancer Trust

Offering support, advice and information to UK families affected by retinoblastoma.

Running vest
Fundraising support
Fundraising materials
Dedicated contact

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£350

Cancer

Brainstrust

Helping the brain tumour community to feel less alone and more in control.

Technical t-shirt
Running vest
Fundraising support
Fundraising materials
Dedicated contact
Certificate
Submit fundraising up to 1 month after event

Fundraise
£125

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