Sun 22 Feb 2026 Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, UK

GVH Marathon Training Runs | 17 Miles

Join in for the Marathon training Runs which start and finish at John F Kennedy School and take in idyllic views of Hertfordshire countryside and the Ashridge Estate.

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  • Sun 22 Feb 2026
John F Kennedy Catholic School, Hemel Hempstead
17 Miles

09:30

Age 18 & over

£10

  • 17 miles road running + 945 ft ascent

Event overview

Fully marshalled and clearly signposted with regular water stops and a jelly baby stop, the runs are open for everyone training for a marathon. We offer free hot drinks and cakes to all finishers.

This event is part of GVH Marathon Training Runs.

Event details

  • Average fitness
  • Event village
  • Newcomers

Route

  • Distance markers
  • Marshals
  • Water stations

What's included

  • Cake
  • Drinks

How to enter

  • Age 18 & over
  • Entries open
  • Enter on day
  • Enter online
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12 Miles

09:30

Age 18 & over

£10

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