Sun 22 Mar 2026 Reading, Berkshire, UK

Green Park Reading Half Marathon charity places

Take in the highlights of the centre of Reading and the beautiful grounds of the University campus while experiencing huge crowd support as you're cheered into the Olympic stadium and over the finish!

Find a charity
  • Sun 22 Mar 2026
Select Car Leasing Stadium, Reading
Half Marathon

10:15

Age 17 & over

£51-£53

  • 13.1 miles road running

Event overview

A fast route with an amazing finish in the magnificent Madejski Stadium!

The Reading Half Marathon not only takes in the highlights of the centre of Reading where you will experience huge crowd support but also still passes through the beautiful grounds of the University campus. The race culminates in a finish rarely found outside an Olympic stadium with over 15,000 people cheering you into the stadium and over the finish line.

So whether you run for fun, run to stay fit, run for a club, or run professionally the Reading Half Marathon has the organisational capability, friendliness and reputation that are all second to none.

Prefer to enter directly? General entry options are explained on the Half Marathon page.

Charity places

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

Hospice

Sue Ryder

Giving people compassion and expert care to help them live the best life they can.

  • Running vest
  • Fundraising support
  • Fundraising materials
  • Bespoke training plan
  • Pro training advice
  • Training guide
  • Dedicated contact
  • Cheer squad on the day
  • Post-race reception
  • Refreshments
  • Exclusive social group
  • Memento
Charity place

Get a place from the charity.

Sign up
£25

Fundraise
£200

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
Charity place

Get a place from the charity.

Sign up
£25

Fundraise
£225

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
Charity place

Get a place from the charity.

Sign up
£25

Fundraise
£250

Heart

HEART UK

The only charity in the UK to support people with high cholesterol.

  • Running vest
  • Fundraising support
  • Fundraising materials
  • Dedicated contact
Charity place

Get a place from the charity.

Sign up
£25

Fundraise
£145

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
Charity place

Get a place from the charity.

Sign up
£40

Fundraise
£350

Event details

  • All fitness levels
  • Event village
  • Families
  • Free venue entry
  • Newcomers
  • Spectators
  • Virtual option
  • Wheelchair users

  • Bag storage
  • Free parking
  • Toilets
  • Urban

Event HQ

Select Car Leasing Stadium
M4
Reading
Berkshire
RG2 0FL
UK

Route

  • Distance markers
  • First aid
  • Marshals
  • No headphones
  • Toilets
  • Water stations

What's included

  • Chip timing
  • Goody bag
  • Medal
  • Race photo
  • T-shirt
4 steps to wellbeing
Sleep well

A good night's sleep is an essential foundation for a healthy lifestyle, effective training and weight control.

Train slow

Low-intensity training is easier for you, reduces the risk of injury and helps builds an efficient aerobic system.

Eat natural

Cut out sugar & junk food, reduce carbs, eat natural foods and train your body to burn fat for fuel.

Get outdoors

Fresh air, natural light and reconnecting with nature all help to improve mental and physical wellbeing.