Half marathons
Half marathons capture the UK’s imagination as one of the favourite challenges balancing endurance and accessibility. Whether you’re stepping up from a 10K run or building towards a full marathon, a half marathon offers the chance to test yourself, enjoy incredible race-day atmospheres, and explore stunning routes across the country. Read more
When selecting a half marathon, clarify what matters most to you: do you want a fast, road half marathon for a personal best or a scenic, trail half marathon? Think about the race location, ease of travel, and the atmosphere - some events are lively and crowded, while others offer a more relaxed vibe. Match your goals and preferences with these factors to ensure the best race-day experience possible.
From fast, flat courses to scenic countryside trails, there are many half marathons throughout 2025. Thousands of runners participate each year, from first-timers to seasoned athletes. For beginners, events with pacers or a generous cut-off time offer supportive atmospheres to guide you through.
On this page, you’ll find half marathons right across the UK, helping you choose your perfect event. If you’re looking for races in a specific location, such as London half marathons, we have dedicated guides to make your search even easier. For those keen to travel, explore our European half marathons guide for destination races with unforgettable backdrops.
Browse upcoming half marathons below and start planning your next challenge.
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UK city half marathons
From the busiest city for half marathons to the world's largest half marathon.
- Mon 4 May
- £40-£50
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.
- 13.1 miles road running + 518 ft ascent
- Sat 4 Jul
- £55-£100
The Cross-Bay Half-Marathon
The only half marathon in the world that crosses a tidal bay! Rare chance to run across the iconic sands of Morecambe Bay guided safely by two experts in tractors at the front and back of the field.
- 13.1 miles road running
- Sun 16 Aug
- £46.75
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
- Sun 13 Sep
- £15-£50
AJ Bell Great North Run
Join 60,000 runners at the world’s biggest and best half marathon with a ballot entry. Get the low-down on key dates, the route and race-day logistics, then secure your place on the iconic start line.
- 13.1 miles road running + 404 ft ascent
Half marathons 2026–2027
Discover half marathons near you and get ready for your next start line.
- Mon 4 May
- £40-£50
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.
- 13.1 miles road running + 518 ft ascent
- Sun 17 May
- 6 charities
Hackney Half charity places
General entries have sold out for the fourth year running - but charity places are available! Run for charity in London's electric event, support a UK cause and join their team today!
- 13.1 miles road running
- Thu 2 Apr
- £23-£35
Eggcellent Easter Orange Run | Half Marathon
Come and join the day of running and aim to complete a half marathon at your own pace on a scenic course then receive a fantastic Easter egg themed medal and goody bag at the finish!
- 13.1 miles trail running
- Fri 3 Apr
- £33-£35
Easter Challenge
Run as far as you can during the 6-hour event at Suffolk Running Centre on a multi-terrain loop. Run, rest, then head out for more.
- 6 hrs multi terrain running
- Fri 3 Apr
- £23-£35
Eggcellent Easter Pink Run | Half Marathon
The Eggcellent Easter Pink Run is the second event in the five-day series where you can earn the fantastic easter egg medal in pink!
- 13.1 miles trail running
- Sat 4 Apr
- £26-£28
Spring Run | Hull | Half Marathon
Welcome to a 6-hour timed running event where you can run a half marathon at your own pace on an out-and-back route, with fuel stations each lap, and a medal and goody bag at the finish.
- 13.1 miles trail running + 1038 ft ascent
- Sat 4 Apr
- £33-£35
London Marathon Long Training Run | Day 5
Build marathon confidence on a fully supported long run, choosing your distance, fuelling every lap and training smart in a relaxed, friendly environment with likeminded runners.
- 7 hrs trail running
- Sat 4 Apr
- £23-£35
Eggcellent Easter Green Run | Half Marathon
The Eggcellent Easter Green Run is the third event in the five-day series where you can earn the fantastic easter egg medal in green!
- 13.1 miles trail running
- Sun 5 Apr
- £37-£39
Putney & Fulham Half Marathon
Make sure you don’t miss this opportunity of running through the streets of Putney and Fulham! All runners will receive a medal for finishing as well as loads of goodies at the finish.
- 13.1 miles road running + 100 ft ascent
- Sun 5 Apr
- £30-£32
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.
- 13.1 miles trail running + 105 ft ascent
- Sun 5 Apr
- £23-£35
Eggcellent Easter Purple Run | Half Marathon
The Eggcellent Easter Purple Run is the fourth event in the five day series where you can earn the fantastic easter egg medal, this time in purple!
- 13.1 miles trail running
- Mon 6 Apr
- £23-£35
Eggcellent Easter Blue Run | Half Marathon
The Eggcellent Easter Blue Run is the fifth and final event in the five day series where you can earn the fantastic easter egg medal, this time in blue!
- 13.1 miles trail running
- Mon 6 Apr
- £39-£41
ATW Stevenage Spring Half Marathon
From the fantastic Ridlins Stadium athletics track, wind your way around superb traffic-free tarmac routes and enjoy the beautiful Fairlands Valley Park the return to a vibrant event village!
- 13.1 miles road running + 538 ft ascent
- Sat 11 Apr
- £15-£35
Love it or Hate it Run
Whether you are in the love it or hate it camp, I think we can all agree that the medal is super cute and definitely one which you need to add to your collection!
- Trail run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- + 3 more races
- Sun 12 Apr
- £27-£35
Haughley Festival of Running
Join in at the beautiful Haughley Park for the Haughley Festival of Running and join like-minded runners tackling a variety of distances on the day within the 4 or 6-hour time limit.
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon 2
- Marathon
- Ultra run
- + 1 more race
- Sun 12 Apr
- £17-£34
The Dashing Dog Charity Run | North
Come and join the Dashing Dog Charity run along the picturesque River Wear. Not only is the scenery beautiful but you will earn one of these awesome medals!
- Trail run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- + 3 more races
- Sun 12 Apr
- £25-£67.50
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.
- 13.1 miles road running
- Sun 12 Apr
- £33.50
Summit 2 Sea - The Offa's Dyke Half Marathon
Gather on the summit of Moel y Parc at over 1300ft and follow the Offa's Dyke National Trail to the coast to finish line on the beach at Prestatyn.
- 13.8 miles trail running + 2450 ft ascent
- Fri 17 Apr
- £15-£27
Midweek Medal Madness Run April | Half Marathon
The aim of the midweek runs is to hold events as cheaply as possible in order for people to be able to build their numbers or simply to help people achieve their own goals at an affordable price.
- 13.1 miles trail running
- Sat 18 Apr
- £15-£35
The London Run
Not made it into The London Marathon but still fancy getting a super awesome medal based on the iconic race set in the capital city?
- Trail run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- + 3 more races
- Sat 18 Apr
- £29-£31
Yorkshire Weekend Saunter in Saltaire | Half Marathon
“Your Distance, Your Pace, Your Weekend” Looking for a friendly, scenic half marathon in Yorkshire?
- 13.1 miles road running + 253 ft ascent
- Sat 18 Apr
- £32-£34
Spring Run | Half Marathon
Welcome to a 6-hour timed running event where you can run a half marathon at your own pace on a beautiful route, with fuel stations each lap, and a medal and goody bag at the finish.
- 13.1 miles trail running
- Sat 18 Apr
- FREE-£36
Spring Trail Series | 12K
Join over 1,200 runners and walkers to the Serpent Trail, a stunning route that weaves through the greensand hills, rivers, woodland, and lowland heath of the South Downs National Park.
- 12 km trail running + 130 m ascent
- Sun 19 Apr
- £27-£38
The Roman Ramble
A relaxed, lap-based trail run through picturesque countryside, giving you complete control over your distance — perfect for beginners, returning runners or those chasing longer goals.
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Trail run
- Half marathon 2
- Marathon
- + 1 more race
- Sun 19 Apr
- £31
Kent Spring Half Marathon
A superbly crafted spring half marathon through some of Kent's prettiest countryside for your racing pleasure... Will you accept the challenge?
- 13.1 miles multi terrain running + 669 ft ascent
- Sun 19 Apr
- £22-£34
Who You Going To Call? - Northampton | Half Marathon
Come and join in for the Who You Going To Call? event! Whether you run 3km or for the whole 7 hours, you will earn yourself one of the incredible medals to celebrate your achievement!!
- 13.1 miles trail running
- Sun 19 Apr
- £32-£34
Tempting at Tempsey | Half Marathon
If you've never visited or run around the grounds of Temple Newsam then you're in for a treat with this half marathon. Temple Newsam is a jewel in the crown for Leeds.
- 13.1 miles trail running
Half marathon blog
Guides, tips and advice on half marathons and running a half marathon.
- 10 mins read
Aim for a new half marathon PB
Looking for a new challenge? Taking on your fastest ever half marathon could be exactly the motivation you need to get out there and be more active outdoors!
- 10 mins read
The best runs that you've never heard of
To celebrate Global Running Day, we're rounding the best unsung marathons, half marathons and more in the UK!
- 5 mins read
Best autumn half marathons
Enjoy the sensational atmospheres and fast courses at these half marathon races, from the world's biggest half to the UK's fastest half marathon.
- 5 mins read
4 reasons why the Hackney Half is the ideal charity challenge
Fusing fast running with an electric atmosphere and community spirit, the Hackney Half celebrates the very best of East London.
- 10 mins read
Running your first half marathon
Signing up to a half marathon for the first time can be both exciting and daunting in equal measure! This guide will run you through how to train for it and what to expect on the day.
- 5 mins read
How long is a half marathon anyway?
The short answer: 13.1 miles. Understanding what that looks and feels like isn't that simple, though, so we've set out what it's like to run a half marathon bit by bit!
- 10 mins read
What is the best half marathon near me?
Looking for a half marathon this year? This is your guide to the best half marathons in the UK, organised into regions so you can find a race near you!
- 5 mins read
Your guide to the London Landmarks Half Marathon
The only half marathon to run through Westminster and the City of London, this is a fantastic race touring the capital's most iconic landmarks. This is everything you need to know about the race!
- 5 mins read
Great North Run: the complete race-day guide
First GNR or chasing a PB? Here’s your at-a-glance route brief, start-line plan, pacing tips and race-day logistics.
- 10 mins read
13 reasons to run the Great North Run
Electric crowds, the Tyne Bridge roar and a finish by the sea - here’s why GNR belongs on your bucket list.
Half marathon FAQs
Answers to common questions about running a half marathon.
A half marathon is 13.1 miles or 21.1 kilometres — a challenging but achievable step up from doing a 10K run.
Most runners need 8–12 weeks of consistent training, depending on fitness and experience.
Many first-time runners aim for 2 to 2.5 hours, though times vary with pace, terrain and conditions.
Yes — many UK events welcome newcomers with supportive crowds, clear signage and flat, friendly routes. Read our guide to running your first half marathon.
Great question. Use filters to select your date, location and terrain, then look for course profiles that match your goals — flat for PBs, scenic for a memorable run or trail for adventure.
Many events offer pacers to guide runners to target times — filter by 'Pacers' and check individual event listings for details.
Don't get carried away with kit! The most important items are comfortable running shoes, decent socks and moisture-wicking clothing though trail events may require extra gear. Make sure you try everything out a few times before race day.
Yes — thousands of runners take on half marathons to fundraise for charity, with many events offering dedicated charity places. Find a charity place on our charity half marathons page and find out how your miles can make a difference.
Most UK half marathons set a minimum age of 17, but rules vary by organiser — always check the event details.
Yes — many runners travel to Europe for fast courses, great weather and unforgettable city races. Explore popular options on our European half marathons page.
Find a half marathon near you
Looking for events in a specific place? Explore our guides to half marathons in towns, cities and regions across the UK.