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.
- Sun 24 May 2026
- £46.25
Edinburgh Half Marathon
Just before the Marathon, the Half follows the same fast and flat route from the iconic castle and city sights to the coast for an explosive finish and offers genuine PB potential.
- 13.1 miles road running + 76 m ascent
- Sun 13 Sep 2026
- £68
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
- Sun 4 Oct 2026
- £58
Oysho Cardiff Half
An iconic road race around Wales' capital offering a flat course from the castle to the marina and over the Cardiff Bay barrage!
- 13.1 miles road running + 81 m ascent
- Sun 4 Oct 2026
- £39-£48
Great Scottish Run Half Marathon
With a city centre start and finish, this is a celebration of everything that is great about Glasgow: inspiring urban architecture, green spaces, history, music, strength, spirit and great people.
- 13.1 miles road running + 389 ft ascent
Upcoming half marathon events
Half marathons coming up in 2025 - 2026.
- Sat 18 Oct
- £22-£35
Scare Bear Run | Wales | Half Marathon
Get involved in this spooky half marathon! The Care Bears were a staple of anyone who grew up in the 80s and even if you didn't like them, they make a super cute (slightly scary) medal to earn.
- 13.1 miles road running
- Sun 19 Oct
- £31
Bedgebury Forest Half Marathon
An unforgettable race between the pines and beneath the majestic canopy of Bedgebury Forest - a trail race that will ignite your racer's heart.
- 13.1 miles trail running
- Sun 19 Oct
- £10
Amsterdam Mizuno Half Marathon
The biggest half marathon in the Netherlands and part of the Amsterdam Marathon Weekend boasting a flat, fast course and an exciting Olympic Stadium finish.
- 13.1 miles road running
- Sat 25 Oct
- £30-£32
Hubble Bubble & Ghostly 1 Mile | Day 1 | Half Marathon
A Halloween-themed running event you won't want to miss, bringing together runners of all abilities to share memories in what they love to do. Reach the finish to enjoy tasty Halloween treats.
- 13.1 miles trail running + 144 ft ascent
- Sat 25 Oct
- £26-£37.50
Running Tribe Races | Oct | Half Marathon
A new and unique concept where you turn up ready to conquer a Half Marathon but if you're feeling great, tackle a Marathon, or go easy and run a cool 14km depending on how you feel on the day!
- 13.1 miles multi terrain running + 2631 ft ascent
- Sat 25 Oct
- £23-£35
Scare Bear Run | Half Marathon
Get involved in this spooky half marathon! The Care Bears were a staple of anyone who grew up in the 80s and even if you didn't like them, they make a super cute (slightly scary) medal to earn.
- 13.1 miles trail running + 0 ft ascent
- Sat 25 Oct
- £31
Monsal Trail October Half Marathon | Saturday
Take to one of the most iconic trails in the Peak District for stunning and traffic-free racing joy on a former Midland railway line taking you through four tunnels and across the spectacular viaduct!
- 13.1 miles trail running + 2181 ft ascent
- Sun 26 Oct
- £31-£36
Pumpkin Plod
This Halloween, run as far as you can during the 4 or 6-hour event through Ferry Meadows, one of the largest country parks in the region, on a multi-terrain loop. Run, rest, then head out for more.
- Multi-terrain run 2
- Sun 26 Oct
- £30-£32
Hubble Bubble | Day 2 | Half Marathon
A Halloween-themed running event you won't want to miss, bringing together runners of all abilities to share memories in what they love to do. Reach the finish to enjoy tasty Halloween treats.
- 13.1 miles trail running + 144 ft ascent
- Sun 26 Oct
- £31
Monsal Trail October Half Marathon | Sunday
Take to one of the most iconic trails in the Peak District for stunning and traffic-free racing joy on a former Midland railway line taking you through four tunnels and across the spectacular viaduct!
- 13.1 miles trail running + 2181 ft ascent
- Sat 1 Nov
- £33-£35
Catherine Wheel Canter | Half Marathon
Welcome to the Fireworks Festival of Running! Come and tackle the track to see whether you can complete a half marathon over multiple laps of the 400m circuit - and how fast you can do it.
- 13.1 miles track and field
- Sat 1 Nov
- £22-£34
Reason To Treason Run-Powder Plot | 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 Guy Fawkes medal and goody bag at the finish.
- 13.1 miles trail running + 82.5 ft ascent
- Sat 1 Nov
- £30-£35
Nottingham MoRun | Half Marathon
MoRunning brings everyday people together with the focus being to inspire you, your family, your kids and your friends to have the best time running! Get ready for the half marathon, Nottingham!
- 13.1 miles road running
- Sat 1 Nov
- £30-£35
Whitstable & Herne Bay MoRun | Half Marathon
MoRunning brings everyday people together with the focus being to inspire you, your family, your kids and your friends to have the best time running! Get ready for the half marathon, Whitstable!
- 13.1 miles road running
- Sat 1 Nov
- £32
Devon Trail Races | Half Marathon
Come and explore the trails of Roadford Lake on this well-loved event! Professionally chip timed, with a finish line beer and bottle opener medal to help open it!
- 13.1 miles trail running
- Sat 1 Nov
- £33-£35
Guy Fawkes Gallop | Half Marathon
Welcome to the Fireworks Festival of Running! Come and tackle the track to see whether you can complete a half marathon over multiple laps of the 400m circuit - and how fast you can do it.
- 13.1 miles track and field
- Sun 2 Nov
- £28-£30
Old Mother Shipton's Soft Shoe Shuffle | Half Marathon
A trail running extravaganza over a beautiful 6.5-mile route from Knaresborough centre through parkland then into beautiful countryside with an awesome medal at the finish line.
- 13.1 miles trail running + 716 ft ascent
- Sun 2 Nov
- £37-£39
Richmond Half Marathon Autumn
Run in one of the most scenic half marathons in London from the Old Deer Park with a scenic backdrop of the River Thames, great vibe, top runner reviews, medal and goodies!
- 13.1 miles road running
- Sun 2 Nov
- £35-£37
ATW Blues Foundation 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 or 10K while supporting the Blues Foundation.
- 21.1 km road running + 0 ft ascent
- Sun 2 Nov
- £32-£34
Remember, Remember Your Legs In November | 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 pick-and-mix medal and goody bag at the finish.
- 13.1 miles trail running
- Sun 2 Nov
- £30-£35
Birmingham MoRun | Half Marathon
MoRunning brings everyday people together with the focus being to inspire you, your family, your kids and your friends to have the best time running! Get ready for the half marathon, Birmingham!
- 13.1 miles trail running
- Sun 2 Nov
- £30-£35
London MoRun | Half Marathon
MoRunning brings everyday people together with the focus being to inspire you, your family, your kids and your friends to have the best time running! Get ready half marathon, London!
- 13.1 miles road running
- Sun 2 Nov
- £30
Wendover Woods Half Marathon
An autumnal trail treat to delight the senses and lift your spirit as you clock the miles and enjoy the majestic beauty of Wendover Forest. See you there!
- 13.1 miles trail running + 1505 ft ascent
- Thu 6 Nov
- £28-£30
Swinsty and Fewston Reservoir Autumn | Day 1 | Half Marathon
A 6.7 mile circular route around Swinsty and Fewston Reservoir within the Yorkshire Dales plus additional laps for the longer distances followed by a bespoke medal and grim treats at the finish line.
- 13.1 miles multi terrain running + 492 ft ascent
- Fri 7 Nov
- £28-£30
Swinsty and Fewston Reservoir Autumn | Day 2 | Half Marathon
A 6.7 mile circular route around Swinsty and Fewston Reservoir within the Yorkshire Dales plus additional laps for the longer distances followed by a bespoke medal and grim treats at the finish line.
- 13.1 miles multi terrain running + 492 ft ascent
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4 reasons why the Hackney Half is one of London's most popular events
Fusing fast running with an electric atmosphere, 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!
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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.
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