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Take on this out and back course to really get in the Christmas spirit. This event isn't just about the race itself, the activities at Race HQ are bound start a jolly atmosphere!
  • Sat 13 Dec
  • £28-£30
Leeds, West Yorkshire, UK

Crikey its the Christmas Cracker | Day 1 | Half Marathon

Take on this out and back course to really get in the Christmas spirit. This event isn't just about the race itself, the activities at Race HQ are bound start a jolly atmosphere!

  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Flat
  • PB
  • Traffic free
  • Age 17 & over
  • 13.1 miles trail running + 144 ft ascent
An out and back course to really get you in the Christmas spirit with activities at Race HQ bound start a jolly atmosphere, whether you want a PB or to challenge yourself over this distance.
  • Sun 14 Dec
  • £28-£30
Leeds, West Yorkshire, UK

Crikey its the Christmas Cracker | Day 2 | Half Marathon

An out and back course to really get you in the Christmas spirit with activities at Race HQ bound start a jolly atmosphere, whether you want a PB or to challenge yourself over this distance.

  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Flat
  • PB
  • Traffic free
  • Age 18 & over
  • 13.1 miles trail running + 144 ft ascent
Organised by ATW Events, this fantastic, traffic-free half marathon takes place at the scenic National Water Sports Centre in Nottingham, offering a perfect setting for runners of all abilities.
  • Sun 21 Dec
  • £34-£36
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, UK

ATW Nottingham Holme Run | Half Marathon

Organised by ATW Events, this fantastic, traffic-free half marathon takes place at the scenic National Water Sports Centre in Nottingham, offering a perfect setting for runners of all abilities.

  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Flat
  • PB
  • Traffic free
  • Age 17 & over
  • 13.1 miles road running + 33 ft ascent
Enjoy a trip up the Leeds and Liverpool Canal this winter on your choice of distance, along the flat towpath for runners of all abilities, from novices to PB chasers!
  • Sun 11 Jan 2026
  • £29-£31
Skipton, North Yorkshire, UK

Skipton Sweetie Skedaddle | Half Marathon

Enjoy a trip up the Leeds and Liverpool Canal this winter on your choice of distance, along the flat towpath for runners of all abilities, from novices to PB chasers!

  • Enter online
  • Flat
  • PB
  • Age 17 & over
  • 13.1 miles trail running + 135 ft ascent
Take on a flat and fast challenge through one of London’s most iconic green spaces — the perfect opportunity to chase a half marathon personal best this winter.
  • Sun 8 Feb 2026
  • £33-£35
London, UK

RUN Battersea Park Half Marathon Winter

Take on a flat and fast challenge through one of London’s most iconic green spaces — the perfect opportunity to chase a half marathon personal best this winter.

  • Newcomers
  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Flat
  • PB
  • Event village
  • Park
  • Age 18 & over
  • 13.1 miles road running
A trail race event that is flat and fast and perfect for a PB and also brilliant for a beginner or the runner who wants to do their own pace with bespoke medal and treats at the finish line.
  • Sat 14 Feb 2026
  • £29-£31
Bingley, West Yorkshire, UK

Besotted at Bingley | Half Marathon

A trail race event that is flat and fast and perfect for a PB and also brilliant for a beginner or the runner who wants to do their own pace with bespoke medal and treats at the finish line.

  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Flat
  • PB
  • Age 17 & over
  • 13.1 miles trail running + 89 ft ascent
This is the original Hampton Court Half Marathon and is run over a fast, flat and interesting course that borders the river-side grounds of the magnificent palace with King Henry VIII cheering on!
  • Sun 15 Feb 2026
  • £35-£37
Thames Ditton, Surrey, UK

Hampton Court Half Marathon

This is the original Hampton Court Half Marathon and is run over a fast, flat and interesting course that borders the river-side grounds of the magnificent palace with King Henry VIII cheering on!

  • Venue accessible
  • Newcomers
  • Dogs allowed at venue
  • Entertainment
  • Music
  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Flat
  • PB
  • Fancy dress
  • Event village
  • Rural
  • Free venue entry
  • Age 17 & over
  • 13.1 miles road running
This chip timed event is a sure-fire guarantee to give you the best chance of a PB in the Half Marathon.
  • Sun 22 Feb 2026
  • £36-£38
Bedford, Bedfordshire, UK

ATW Bedford Half Marathon

This chip timed event is a sure-fire guarantee to give you the best chance of a PB in the Half Marathon.

  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Flat
  • PB
  • Traffic free
  • Age 17 & over
  • 21.1 km road running + 0 ft ascent
  • Sun 1 Mar 2026
Anglesey, Isle of Anglesey, UK

Jones o Gymru Anglesey Half Marathon

  • 13.1 miles road running + 889 ft ascent
Come to the historic market town of Oundle for the return of the Oundle 20 Mile! Ideal training for spring marathons on a scenic course offering genuine PB potential.
  • Sun 1 Mar 2026
  • £33
Oundle, Northamptonshire, UK

Oundle 20 Mile

Come to the historic market town of Oundle for the return of the Oundle 20 Mile! Ideal training for spring marathons on a scenic course offering genuine PB potential.

  • Enter online
  • Undulating
  • PB
  • Age 18 & over
  • 20 miles road running + 633 ft ascent
Entries closed
40th edition! A highly anticipated annual half marathon for the running community with the theatre of a traffic-free, town centre start and finish for that great race-day buzz!
  • Sun 1 Mar 2026
  • £37.50-£39.50
Taunton, Somerset, UK

Taunton Half Marathon

40th edition! A highly anticipated annual half marathon for the running community with the theatre of a traffic-free, town centre start and finish for that great race-day buzz!

  • Enter online
  • PB
  • Traffic free
  • Age 17 & over
  • 13.1 miles road running + 505 ft ascent
Entries close soon
An early-season opener and chance to get back in the swing as spring approaches. Speed, timing, motivation, performance: this race will set the pace for your athletic challenges in the year to come.
  • Sun 8 Mar 2026
  • £18-£35
  • 6 charities
Paris, France

HOKA Paris Half Marathon

An early-season opener and chance to get back in the swing as spring approaches. Speed, timing, motivation, performance: this race will set the pace for your athletic challenges in the year to come.

  • Newcomers
  • Entertainment
  • Music
  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • PB
  • Traffic free
  • Fancy dress
  • Event village
  • Event expo
  • Urban
  • Park
  • Age 17 & over
  • 21.1 km road running
Join this fantastic experience on a completely flat course – perfect for achieving your personal best over a certified, accurate route, with free race photo, custom medal and friendly support!
  • Sun 8 Mar 2026
  • £36-£38
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, UK

ATW Nottingham Holme Run | Half Marathon

Join this fantastic experience on a completely flat course – perfect for achieving your personal best over a certified, accurate route, with free race photo, custom medal and friendly support!

  • Enter online
  • Flat
  • PB
  • Traffic free
  • Age 17 & over
  • 13.1 miles road running + 13 ft ascent
Fast, flat, PB-grabbing event on traffic-free trails and the canal towpath with a bespoke medal and treats at the finish line. All levels of runner welcome.
  • Sat 14 Mar 2026
  • £29-£31
Leeds, West Yorkshire, UK

Spring Time Canal Canter | Half Marathon

Fast, flat, PB-grabbing event on traffic-free trails and the canal towpath with a bespoke medal and treats at the finish line. All levels of runner welcome.

  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Flat
  • PB
  • Traffic free
  • Age 17 & over
  • 13.1 miles trail running + 144 ft ascent
Run through traffic-free streets in the heart of Bath and experience the electric atmosphere on the course through the UK's only World Heritage City!
  • Sun 15 Mar 2026
  • £15-£45
  • 24 charities
Bath, Somerset, UK

GetPRO Bath Half

Run through traffic-free streets in the heart of Bath and experience the electric atmosphere on the course through the UK's only World Heritage City!

  • Trees not tees
  • Venue accessible
  • Recycling
  • Plastic bottle free
  • Entertainment
  • Ballot
  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • GPS tracking
  • Fundraising required
  • Flat
  • PB
  • Traffic free
  • Event village
  • Urban
  • Park
  • Sustainability policy
  • Public transport links
  • Plastic-free event
  • Age 17 & over
  • 13.1 miles road running + 239 ft ascent
Run a half marathon on the island of Jersey from St Ouen in the west to the capital, St Helier, in the south along a fantastically flat and scenic course with a 5K downhill into the finish!
  • Sun 22 Mar 2026
  • £45
Jersey, Jersey

The Hospice Half Marathon

Run a half marathon on the island of Jersey from St Ouen in the west to the capital, St Helier, in the south along a fantastically flat and scenic course with a 5K downhill into the finish!

  • Newcomers
  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Flat
  • PB
  • Event village
  • Age 17 & over
  • 13.1 miles road running + 106 m ascent
Smash your personal best on a traffic-free, flat and fast course from the White Water Centre and into surrounding beautiful regional parkland with a custom-designed medal for finishers.
  • Sun 22 Mar 2026
  • £34-£36
Waltham Cross, Hertfordshire, UK

ATW Run Fest at Lee Valley | Half Marathon

Smash your personal best on a traffic-free, flat and fast course from the White Water Centre and into surrounding beautiful regional parkland with a custom-designed medal for finishers.

  • Enter online
  • Flat
  • PB
  • Traffic free
  • Age 17 & over
  • 13.1 miles road running + 79 ft ascent
The Kew Half Marathon starts inside Kew Gardens and every runner will receive a fantastic medal, a technical running t-shirt (male and female cut) and free entry into the gardens!
  • Sun 29 Mar 2026
  • £43-£50
  • 4 charities
Richmond, UK

Kew Gardens Half Marathon

The Kew Half Marathon starts inside Kew Gardens and every runner will receive a fantastic medal, a technical running t-shirt (male and female cut) and free entry into the gardens!

  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Flat
  • PB
  • Traffic free
  • Age 17 & over
  • 13.1 miles road running + 85 m ascent
A delectable racing experience perfect for those planning a spring marathon, over a pancake flat course using the wide, quiet country lanes surrounding the marsh town of Lydd in Kent.
  • Sun 29 Mar 2026
  • £31
Romney Marsh, Kent, UK

Brett Lydd Half Marathon

A delectable racing experience perfect for those planning a spring marathon, over a pancake flat course using the wide, quiet country lanes surrounding the marsh town of Lydd in Kent.

  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Flat
  • PB
  • Age 17 & over
  • 13.1 miles road running + 0 ft ascent
Lace up your trainers and RUN Battersea Park Half which will be a scenic and energising experience on a pancake-flat course for all abilities with beautiful views of green spaces and the River Thames.
  • Sun 29 Mar 2026
  • £29-£31
London, UK

RUN Battersea Park Half Marathon Spring

Lace up your trainers and RUN Battersea Park Half which will be a scenic and energising experience on a pancake-flat course for all abilities with beautiful views of green spaces and the River Thames.

  • Newcomers
  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Flat
  • PB
  • Event village
  • Park
  • Age 18 & over
  • 13.1 miles road running
You'd be an April Fool to miss this one. Enjoy a trip up the flat and event towpath of the Leeds and Liverpool Canal from Rodley. One to warm the depths of your heart.
  • Sun 5 Apr 2026
  • £30-£32
Leeds, West Yorkshire, UK

Lets Motor along the Towpath | Rodley | Half Marathon

You'd be an April Fool to miss this one. Enjoy a trip up the flat and event towpath of the Leeds and Liverpool Canal from Rodley. One to warm the depths of your heart.

  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Flat
  • PB
  • Traffic free
  • Age 17 & over
  • 13.1 miles trail running + 105 ft ascent
A spirited Central London run with live music, upbeat DJs, street-dancers and inspiring themes on a landmark-packed route with closed roads.
  • Sun 12 Apr 2026
  • £67.50
  • 6 charities
London, UK

London Landmarks Half Marathon

A spirited Central London run with live music, upbeat DJs, street-dancers and inspiring themes on a landmark-packed route with closed roads.

  • Families
  • Venue accessible
  • Recycling
  • Newcomers
  • Plastic bottle free
  • Entertainment
  • Music
  • Ballot
  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • GPS tracking
  • Flat
  • PB
  • Traffic free
  • Fancy dress
  • Event village
  • Urban
  • Sustainability policy
  • Public transport links
  • Age 17 & over
  • 13.1 miles road running
Come and join this slice of racing joy through the picturesque Derbyshire countryside. With a slightly downhill second half - you've got gravity on your side and a truly beautiful route.
  • Sun 26 Apr 2026
  • £38
Ashbourne, Derbyshire, UK

Tissington Trail Marathon & Half Marathon | Half Marathon

Come and join this slice of racing joy through the picturesque Derbyshire countryside. With a slightly downhill second half - you've got gravity on your side and a truly beautiful route.

  • Enter online
  • PB
  • Traffic free
  • Age 17 & over
  • 13.1 miles trail running + 1053 ft ascent
Enjoy a fully closed road race, on flat coastal roads with a spectacular seafront finish. Chance to take home a PB along with the finishers' t-shirt and medal.
  • Sun 3 May 2026
  • £36-£42
  • 3 charities
Worthing, West Sussex, UK

Worthing RUNFEST Half Marathon

Enjoy a fully closed road race, on flat coastal roads with a spectacular seafront finish. Chance to take home a PB along with the finishers' t-shirt and medal.

  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Flat
  • PB
  • Traffic free
  • Age 17 & over
  • 13.1 miles road running + 37 m ascent
A popular, fast, scenic AIMS-certified race, with BARR Gold accreditation for outstanding race management featuring beautiful lakes, parks, and picturesque villages with the highest level of support.
  • Mon 4 May 2026
  • £40-£50
Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, UK

MK Half Marathon

A popular, fast, scenic AIMS-certified race, with BARR Gold accreditation for outstanding race management featuring beautiful lakes, parks, and picturesque villages with the highest level of support.

  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • GPS tracking
  • Flat
  • PB
  • Traffic free
  • Age 17 & over
  • 13.1 miles road running + 518 ft ascent

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