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Kettering Half Marathon & 5k March 2027
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Join us for the Kettering Half Marathon & 5K on Sunday 14th March 2027
In Support of Kettering Mind
We're delighted to have Kettering Mind join us for their second year as our 2027 Charity of the Year. Kettering Mind are a passionate group of people here to fight for the mental health of the people of Kettering and its surrounding towns. Join them at the start line and together we can make a real difference. To sign up to run for them, click here .
Take on a scenic race through Northamptonshire at the Kettering Half Marathon & 5K, starting and finishing at the beautiful Wicksteed Park. This memorable route blends town streets, countryside lanes, and historic surroundings to create a varied and enjoyable race-day experience.
The undulating course heads out from Wicksteed Park into Kettering town centre before continuing through the impressive grounds of Boughton House. From there, runners follow quiet country lanes before making their way back to Wicksteed Park for the finish.
Race Day Schedule
- 09:00 amHalf Marathon
- 09:20 am5k
Race Ends
12:30 pm
Post race refreshments
Included in the entry
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Super Early Bird entry - Ends Sunday 29th March 2026
Early Bird entry - Ends Sunday 13th September 2026
Standard entry - Ends Sunday 14th February 2027
Each kilometre is accurately marked with distance flags and our friendly marshals will guide and cheer you all the way to the finish. We cannot wait to welcome you to the Kettering Half Marathon & 5k.
Event Location: Wicksteed Park, Barton Road, Kettering NN15 6NJ, UK
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Event Information
The course is on closed roads with an undulating route – expect a few ups and downs to keep things varied and interesting.
Cut-off time:
Please note there is a 3hr cut off on this race due to road closures in place
Minimum ages:
Half Marathon - 17 years and above
5k - 11 years and above


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