Half marathons in August 2026
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- Sun 9 Aug 2026
- £43-£45
Thames Meander Summer | Half Marathon
Stunningly scenic riverside route along the Thames towpath. Flat, fast and very runnable with great runner support. The marathon on the same day was previously rated one of the top 10 UK marathons.
- Chip timing
- Enter online
- Flat
- Age 17 & over
- 13.1 miles trail running + 300 ft ascent
- Sat 15 Aug 2026
- £28-£30
Sir Titus Summer Trot | Half Marathon
Enjoy a trip up the Leeds and Liverpool Canal this summer over a range of distances, all along the flat and even towpath. This event is perfect for runners of all abilities.
- Chip timing
- Enter online
- Flat
- Age 18 & over
- 13.1 miles trail running + 253 ft ascent
- Sun 16 Aug 2026
- £31-£33
Clacton Half Marathon
It's the crash of waves and the sea-salt that lingers in the cool coastal air. It's your moment to fly along the promenade in this cracking half marathon. It's a seaside racing extravaganza!
- Chip timing
- Enter online
- Flat
- Age 17 & over
- 13.1 miles road running + 180 ft ascent
- Sun 16 Aug 2026
- £18-£25
Isle of Wight Half Marathon
Challenge yourself on this scenic, undulating road race across the Isle of Wight. Enjoy breathtaking coastal views, peaceful countryside lanes, and amazing local support from start to finish.
- Newcomers
- Chip timing
- Enter online
- Undulating
- Event village
- Age 17 & over
- 13.1 miles multi terrain running + 183 m ascent
- Sun 16 Aug 2026
- £46.75
- 3 charities
Scottish Half Marathon
A seriously flat and rapid point-to-point course with a downhill profile along the coast to finish in the final furlong of Scotland's oldest racecourse plus grandstand finish. Come and be part of it!
- Venue accessible
- Recycling
- Chip timing
- Enter online
- Flat
- PB
- Traffic free
- Fancy dress
- Event village
- Urban
- Coast
- Sustainability policy
- Public transport links
- Age 17 & over
- 13.1 miles road running + 57 m ascent
- Sat 22 Aug 2026
- £29-£36
The Lucky Clover | Half Marathon
Your race, your pace, your distance! Half marathon runners will explore The Clover Route which is on road and receive a special bespoke medal too.
- Enter online
- Traffic free
- Age 18 & over
- 13.1 miles road running + 633 ft ascent
- Sat 22 Aug 2026
- £30-£32
Summer Extravaganza | Half Marathon
Soak up summer miles on a flat, fast canal towpath, with great support, generous treats and distances for every runner including half marathon — a Yorkshire day out to remember.
- Enter online
- Flat
- Age 17 & over
- 13.1 miles trail running + 144 ft ascent
- Sun 30 Aug 2026
- £17-£29
GNR & Time Turner | Half Marathon
Whether you're looking to get some miles under your belt before The Great North Run or you just fancy a run along the beautiful River Wear, then this is the event for you!
- Enter online
- Age 17 & over
- 13.1 miles trail running
- Sat 1 Aug 2026
Dartmoor Big Day Out | The Great Escape
- 15.5 miles trail running
- Sat 8 Aug 2026
The Maverick Ochil Hills Trail | Half Marathon - 26K
- 26 km trail running + 961 m ascent
- Sun 9 Aug 2026
Allgau Panorama Marathon | Half Marathon
- 21.1 km trail running + 140 m ascent
- Sun 9 Aug 2026
Hardmoors 26.2 Farndale Trail Races | Half Marathon
- 16.5 miles trail running + 2300 ft ascent
- Sat 15 Aug 2026
Inferno Half Marathon
- 21.1 km multi terrain running + 2000 m ascent
- Sat 22 Aug 2026
Islandsbanki Reykjavik Marathon | Half Marathon
- 21.1 km road running
- Sat 22 Aug 2026
INFERNO - Edale's Ring of Hell | Half Marathon
- 15.5 miles trail running + 4000 ft ascent
- Sun 23 Aug 2026
Borrowdale Trail Half Marathon
- 13 miles trail running + 765 m ascent
- Sun 30 Aug 2026
Hardmoors 26.2 Roseberry Trail Races | Half Marathon
- 14.5 miles trail running + 3200 ft ascent