Sun 29 Mar 2026 Sheffield, South Yorkshire, UK

Sheffield Half Marathon

A major event in the UK's running calendar, the Sheffield Mutual Sheffield Half Marathon is South Yorkshire’s biggest event of its kind.

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  • Sun 29 Mar 2026
Sheffield City Centre, Sheffield
Sheffield Half Marathon

09:30

Age 17 & over

£40-£56

  • 13.1 miles road running + 314 m ascent

Event overview

Thousands of runners of all abilities will be taking part, raising many thousands of pounds for numerous great causes.

With a city centre start and finish, a huge crowd of enthusiastic supporters will cheer participants out and back. The event boasts a stunningly scenic route with majestic views of the Peak District on the climb to Ringinglow.

The race even incorporates a 'triple test' giving entrants a chance to be crowned Peaks Challenge winners in a timed hill-climb, triumph in a times 10K downhill sprint section and cross the finish line first to lift the Sheffield Half Marathon title.

This really is an event of which the whole of Yorkshire can be proud. So don't miss it!

Highlights

  • Major UK half marathon
  • City centre start and finish
  • Run through Endcliffe Park
  • Ascend Ringinglow Road 
  • Views over the Peak District
  • Extra 'Triple test' challenge
  • COOPAH training plan included
  • All levels of runner welcome
  • Conquer a half marathon early spring

Event details

  • All fitness levels
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Event village
  • Fancy dress
  • Spectators

Route

  • Cut off time
  • Distance markers
  • First aid
  • Hilly
  • Marshals
  • Out and back
  • Toilets
  • Traffic free
  • Water stations
  • Way markers

Location

  • Bar
  • Cafe
  • Park
  • Restaurant
  • Rural
  • Toilets
  • Urban

What's included

  • Chip timing
  • Goody bag
  • Medal
  • Technical t-shirt

Sustainability

  • Public transport links
  • Sustainability policy

How to enter

  • Age 17 & over
  • Entries open
  • Charity places
  • Enter online
  • Event merch available
  • Race pack by post
  • Series discount
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