Half marathons in August 2026
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- Sun 9 Aug
- £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.
- 13.1 miles trail running + 300 ft ascent
- Sun 9 Aug
- £23-£35
Great British Bake Run | Half Marathon
Who doesn't like cake?! The Great British Bake Half Marathon Run is back for another year! The medal is a fantastic cupcake which doubles up as a magnet to go on your fridge!
- 13.1 miles road running
- Sat 15 Aug
- £23-£35
I'm Not Throwing Away My Shot Run | Half Marathon
If you're a fan of the musical Hamilton, then this is the run for you!
- 13.1 miles trail running
- Sat 15 Aug
- £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.
- 13.1 miles trail running + 253 ft ascent
- Sun 16 Aug
- £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!
- 13.1 miles road running + 180 ft ascent
- Sun 16 Aug
- £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.
- 13.1 miles multi terrain running + 183 m ascent
- Sun 16 Aug
- £46.75
- 4 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!
- 13.1 miles road running + 57 m ascent
- Sat 22 Aug
- £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.
- 13.1 miles road running + 633 ft ascent
- Sat 22 Aug
- £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.
- 13.1 miles trail running + 144 ft ascent
- Sun 30 Aug
- £16-£29
GNR & Time Turner | Durham
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!
- Trail run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- + 3 more races
- Sat 1 Aug
Great Barrow Challenge | Day 10 | Half Marathon
- 13.1 miles trail running + 646 ft ascent
- Sat 1 Aug
Mull Half Marathon and 10K | Half Marathon
- 13.1 miles road running
- Sat 8 Aug
The Maverick Ochil Hills Trail | Half Marathon - 26K
- 26 km trail running + 961 m ascent
- Sun 9 Aug
Burnham Beeches Half Marathon and 10K | Half Marathon
- 13.1 miles multi terrain running
- Sun 9 Aug
Allgau Panorama Marathon | Half Marathon
- 21.1 km trail running + 140 m ascent
- Sun 9 Aug
Hardmoors 26.2 Farndale Trail Races | Half Marathon
- 16.5 miles trail running + 2300 ft ascent
- Fri 14 Aug
Midweek Medal Madness Run August | Half Marathon
- 13.1 miles trail running
- Sat 15 Aug
Inferno Half Marathon
- 21.1 km multi terrain running + 2000 m ascent