UK Half Marathons
Whether it’s your first time tackling the half, or you’re a seasoned veteran warming up for a full marathon – a UK Half Marathon is a worthy challenge. Running a half marathon isn’t easy, but here at Run Through UK, we know you’re going to be hooked (or already are hooked!). For every runner, a half marathon should be on their bucket list – or at least a stepping stone on the way to a full marathon.
Challenge Yourself with Half Marathon
With Run Through UK
A Half Marathon is the logical next move once you’ve conquered the 10km, and a worthy challenge for every runner; new or veteran. It’s our mission to bring you accessible, well run races to help you live out your passion and conquer your goals.
Half Marathon UK’s Premiere Running Event Organiser
As one of the UK’s best half marathon event organisers, we’re well prepared to give you a seamless, brilliant experience. All of the events you’ll find in our calendar are our own organised events – we don’t sell places to other organisers’ half marathons.
This is so we can ensure you know what you’re getting when you run with us. We’ve worked hard to bring you a great range of half marathons around London and all through the UK. Whether you’re an experienced runner, a fitness enthusiast or just getting started, you’ll find yourself challenged and supported. So,
Run with us!
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WIMBLEDON HALF MARATHON MAY 2022 May 29, 2022
WIMBLEDON HALF MARATHON MAY 2022
May 29, 2022Richard Evans Memorial Playing Fields Roehampton Vale London SW15 3PQ
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Cheltenham Running Festival 5k, 10k & Half 2022 Jun 12, 2022
Cheltenham Running Festival 5k, 10k & Half 2022
Jun 12, 2022Cheltenham Racecourse, Evesham Road, Cheltenham, GL50 4SH
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RUN DORNEY 5K, 10K & HALF MARATHON JUNE 2022 Jun 12, 2022
RUN DORNEY 5K, 10K & HALF MARATHON JUNE 2022
Jun 12, 2022Dorney Lake, Windsor
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Newbury Racecourse 5k, 10k & Half Marathon June 2022 Jun 19, 2022
Newbury Racecourse 5k, 10k & Half Marathon June 2022
Jun 19, 2022The Racecourse, Newbury, Berkshire, RG14 7PN
RG14 7PN
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CARSINGTON WATER HALF MARATHON & 10K – JUNE 2022 Jun 25, 2022
CARSINGTON WATER HALF MARATHON & 10K – JUNE 2022
Jun 25, 2022Carsington Water
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RICHMOND PARK HALF JUNE 2022 Jun 26, 2022
RICHMOND PARK HALF JUNE 2022
Jun 26, 2022Sheen Gate Richmond Park London SW14 8BJ
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RUN REDDITCH HALF MARATHON & 10K JUNE 2022 Jun 26, 2022
RUN REDDITCH HALF MARATHON & 10K JUNE 2022
Jun 26, 2022Alcester Street, Redditch Town Center
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Running GP at Goodwood Motor Circuit Duathlon – July 2022 Jul 03, 2022
Running GP at Goodwood Motor Circuit Duathlon – July 2022
Jul 03, 2022Goodwood Motor Circuit, Chichester, PO18 0PX
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Running GP at Goodwood Motor Circuit 5k, 10k & Half Marathon- July 2022 Jul 03, 2022
Running GP at Goodwood Motor Circuit 5k, 10k & Half Marathon- July 2022
Jul 03, 2022Goodwood Motor Circuit, Chichester, PO18 0PX
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Chepstow Racecourse 5k, 10k & Half Marathon July 2022 Jul 10, 2022
Chepstow Racecourse 5k, 10k & Half Marathon July 2022
Jul 10, 2022Chepstow Racecourse, Chepstow, Monmouthshire, NP16 6BE
NP16 6BE
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RUN DORNEY 5K, 10K & HALF MARATHON JULY 2022 Jul 17, 2022
RUN DORNEY 5K, 10K & HALF MARATHON JULY 2022
Jul 17, 2022Dorney Lake, Windsor
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NOTTINGHAM RUNNING FESTIVAL JULY 2022 Jul 17, 2022
NOTTINGHAM RUNNING FESTIVAL JULY 2022
Jul 17, 2022Nottingham Racecourse,Colwick Park, Nottingham NG2 4BE
NG2 4BE
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Hillsborough Castle & Gardens Running Festival 2022 Jul 24, 2022
Hillsborough Castle & Gardens Running Festival 2022
Jul 24, 2022Hillsborough Castle and Gardens, Lower Visitors Centre, 349 Hillsborough Road, County Down
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DRAYCOTE WATER RUNNING FESTIVAL – JULY 2022 Jul 30, 2022
DRAYCOTE WATER RUNNING FESTIVAL – JULY 2022
Jul 30, 2022Draycote Water, Rugby
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Run Aintree 5k, 10k & Half Marathon July 2022 Jul 31, 2022
Run Aintree 5k, 10k & Half Marathon July 2022
Jul 31, 2022Aintree Racecourse, Ormskirk Road, Liverpool, UK
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SOUTHAMPTON RUNNING FESTIVAL JULY 2022 Jul 31, 2022
SOUTHAMPTON RUNNING FESTIVAL JULY 2022
Jul 31, 2022Southampton Common
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WIMBLEDON HALF MARATHON AUGUST 2022 Aug 07, 2022
WIMBLEDON HALF MARATHON AUGUST 2022
Aug 07, 2022Richard Evans Memorial Playing Fields Roehampton Vale London SW15 3PQ
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RUNNING GP OULTON PARK AUGUST 2022 Aug 07, 2022
RUNNING GP OULTON PARK AUGUST 2022
Aug 07, 2022Oulton Park, Little Budworth, Tarporley, CW6 9BW
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Kempton Park 5k, 10k & Half Marathon 13th August 2022 Aug 13, 2022
Kempton Park 5k, 10k & Half Marathon 13th August 2022
Aug 13, 2022Kempton Park Racecourse Staines Rd East, Sunbury-on-Thames TW16 5AQ
TW16 5AQ
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Solihull Half Marathon, 10k & 5k 2022 Aug 14, 2022
Solihull Half Marathon, 10k & 5k 2022
Aug 14, 2022Solihull Town Center
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RICHMOND PARK HALF AUGUST 2022 Aug 14, 2022
RICHMOND PARK HALF AUGUST 2022
Aug 14, 2022Sheen Gate Richmond Park London SW14 8BJ
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LEEDS RUNNING FESTIVAL AUGUST 2022 Aug 21, 2022
LEEDS RUNNING FESTIVAL AUGUST 2022
Aug 21, 2022Roundhay Park, Mansion Lane, Roundhay, Leeds, LS8 2HH
LS8 2HH
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LEE VALLEY VELOPARK AUGUST 2022 Aug 27, 2022
LEE VALLEY VELOPARK AUGUST 2022
Aug 27, 2022VeloPark Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park Abercrombie Rd London E20 3AB
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Thorpe and Egham 10k & Half Marathon August 2022 Aug 28, 2022
Thorpe and Egham 10k & Half Marathon August 2022
Aug 28, 2022Egham Cricket Club
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CARSINGTON WATER HALF MARATHON & 10K – AUGUST 2022 Aug 28, 2022
CARSINGTON WATER HALF MARATHON & 10K – AUGUST 2022
Aug 28, 2022Carsington Water
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RUN DORNEY 5K, 10K & HALF MARATHON AUGUST 2022 Aug 28, 2022
RUN DORNEY 5K, 10K & HALF MARATHON AUGUST 2022
Aug 28, 2022Dorney Lake, Windsor
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BATTERSEA PARK HALF MARATHON SEPTEMBER 2022 Sep 10, 2022
BATTERSEA PARK HALF MARATHON SEPTEMBER 2022
Sep 10, 2022Battersea Park London SW11 4NJ
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Cheshire Half Marathon 2022 Sep 11, 2022
Cheshire Half Marathon 2022
Sep 11, 2022Congleton Rd, Siddington, Macclesfield SK11 9JY
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DRAYCOTE WATER RUNNING FESTIVAL – SEPTEMBER 2022 Sep 17, 2022
DRAYCOTE WATER RUNNING FESTIVAL – SEPTEMBER 2022
Sep 17, 2022Draycote Water, Rugby
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LEE VALLEY VELOPARK SEPTEMBER 2022 Sep 24, 2022
LEE VALLEY VELOPARK SEPTEMBER 2022
Sep 24, 2022VeloPark Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park Abercrombie Rd London E20 3AB
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Running GP at Goodwood Motor Circuit – September 2022 Sep 25, 2022
Running GP at Goodwood Motor Circuit – September 2022
Sep 25, 2022Goodwood Motor Circuit, Chichester, PO18 0PX
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Warrington Running Festival 2022 Sep 25, 2022
Warrington Running Festival 2022
Sep 25, 2022Warrington Town Centre
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COLCHESTER STAMPEDE HALF MARATHON OCTOBER 2022 Oct 02, 2022
COLCHESTER STAMPEDE HALF MARATHON OCTOBER 2022
Oct 02, 2022Colchester Zoo, Maldon Rd, Stanway, Colchester, CO3 0SL
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Run Aintree 5k, 10k & Half Marathon October 2022 Oct 02, 2022
Run Aintree 5k, 10k & Half Marathon October 2022
Oct 02, 2022Aintree Racecourse, Ormskirk Road, Liverpool, UK
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RUN DORNEY MARATHON & HALF MARATHON OCTOBER 2022 Oct 02, 2022
RUN DORNEY MARATHON & HALF MARATHON OCTOBER 2022
Oct 02, 2022Dorney Lake, Windsor
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VICTORIA PARK 5K, 10K & HALF MARATHON OCTOBER 2022 Oct 08, 2022
VICTORIA PARK 5K, 10K & HALF MARATHON OCTOBER 2022
Oct 08, 2022St Marks Gate Victoria Park Cadogan Terrace London E9 5HT
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CARSINGTON WATER HALF MARATHON & 10K – OCTOBER 2022 Oct 09, 2022
CARSINGTON WATER HALF MARATHON & 10K – OCTOBER 2022
Oct 09, 2022Carsington Water
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DRAYCOTE WATER RUNNING FESTIVAL – OCTOBER 2022 Oct 15, 2022
DRAYCOTE WATER RUNNING FESTIVAL – OCTOBER 2022
Oct 15, 2022Draycote Water, Rugby
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Run Heaton Park 5k, 10k & Half Marathon October 2022 Oct 16, 2022
Run Heaton Park 5k, 10k & Half Marathon October 2022
Oct 16, 2022Heaton Park, Middleton Rd, Higher Blackley, Manchester, M25 2SW
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WIMBLEDON HALF MARATHON OCTOBER 2022 Oct 16, 2022
WIMBLEDON HALF MARATHON OCTOBER 2022
Oct 16, 2022Richard Evans Memorial Playing Fields Roehampton Vale London SW15 3PQ
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RUNNING GP BEDFORD AUTODROME OCTOBER 2022 Oct 23, 2022
RUNNING GP BEDFORD AUTODROME OCTOBER 2022
Oct 23, 2022Bedford Autodrome, Thurleigh, Bedford, UK
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LEE VALLEY VELOPARK OCTOBER 2022 Oct 29, 2022
LEE VALLEY VELOPARK OCTOBER 2022
Oct 29, 2022VeloPark Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park Abercrombie Rd London E20 3AB
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Hertfordshire Half Marathon & 10k October 2022 Oct 30, 2022
Hertfordshire Half Marathon & 10k October 2022
Oct 30, 2022Old Knebworth Ln, Knebworth, SG1 2AX
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VICTORIA PARK 5K, 10K & HALF MARATHON NOVEMBER 2022 Nov 05, 2022
VICTORIA PARK 5K, 10K & HALF MARATHON NOVEMBER 2022
Nov 05, 2022St Marks Gate Victoria Park Cadogan Terrace London E9 5HT
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RunTatton Half Marathon November 2022 Nov 06, 2022
RunTatton Half Marathon November 2022
Nov 06, 2022Tatton Park, Knutsford, Cheshire, WA16 6QN
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RICHMOND PARK HALF NOVEMBER 2022 Nov 06, 2022
RICHMOND PARK HALF NOVEMBER 2022
Nov 06, 2022Sheen Gate Richmond Park London SW14 8BJ
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BATTERSEA PARK HALF MARATHON NOVEMBER 2022 Nov 12, 2022
BATTERSEA PARK HALF MARATHON NOVEMBER 2022
Nov 12, 2022Battersea Park London SW11 4NJ
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Run Alton Towers Half Marathon & 5k 2022 Nov 13, 2022
Run Alton Towers Half Marathon & 5k 2022
Nov 13, 2022Farley Ln, Alton, Stoke-on-Trent ST10 4DB, UK
ST10 4DB
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Kempton Park 5k, 10k & Half Marathon November 2022 Nov 19, 2022
Kempton Park 5k, 10k & Half Marathon November 2022
Nov 19, 2022Kempton Park Racecourse Staines Rd East, Sunbury-on-Thames TW16 5AQ
TW16 5AQ
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DRAYCOTE WATER RUNNING FESTIVAL – NOVEMBER 2022 Nov 19, 2022
DRAYCOTE WATER RUNNING FESTIVAL – NOVEMBER 2022
Nov 19, 2022Draycote Water, Rugby
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RUNNING GP OULTON PARK NOVEMBER 2022 Nov 20, 2022
RUNNING GP OULTON PARK NOVEMBER 2022
Nov 20, 2022Oulton Park, Little Budworth, Tarporley, CW6 9BW
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LEE VALLEY VELOPARK NOVEMBER 2022 Nov 26, 2022
LEE VALLEY VELOPARK NOVEMBER 2022
Nov 26, 2022VeloPark Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park Abercrombie Rd London E20 3AB
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Chepstow Racecourse 5k, 10k & Half Marathon November 2022 Nov 27, 2022
Chepstow Racecourse 5k, 10k & Half Marathon November 2022
Nov 27, 2022Chepstow Racecourse, Chepstow, Monmouthshire, NP16 6BE
NP16 6BE
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RUNNING GP BEDFORD AUTODROME NOVEMBER 2022 Nov 27, 2022
RUNNING GP BEDFORD AUTODROME NOVEMBER 2022
Nov 27, 2022Bedford Autodrome, Thurleigh, Bedford, UK
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London Half Marathon at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park 2022 Nov 27, 2022
London Half Marathon at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park 2022
Nov 27, 2022London Stadium, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, London, E20 2ST. Event village located at ///super.into.palace if using the app What3Words.
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VICTORIA PARK 5K, 10K & HALF MARATHON DECEMBER 2022 Dec 03, 2022
VICTORIA PARK 5K, 10K & HALF MARATHON DECEMBER 2022
Dec 03, 2022St Marks Gate Victoria Park Cadogan Terrace London E9 5HT
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Running GP at Goodwood Motor Circuit – December 2022 Dec 04, 2022
Running GP at Goodwood Motor Circuit – December 2022
Dec 04, 2022Goodwood Motor Circuit, Chichester, PO18 0PX
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CARSINGTON WATER HALF MARATHON & 10K – DECEMBER 2022 Dec 11, 2022
CARSINGTON WATER HALF MARATHON & 10K – DECEMBER 2022
Dec 11, 2022Carsington Water
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DRAYCOTE WATER RUNNING FESTIVAL – DECEMBER 2022 Dec 17, 2022
DRAYCOTE WATER RUNNING FESTIVAL – DECEMBER 2022
Dec 17, 2022Draycote Water, Rugby
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Run Aintree 5k, 10k & Half Marathon December 2022 Dec 18, 2022
Run Aintree 5k, 10k & Half Marathon December 2022
Dec 18, 2022Aintree Racecourse, Ormskirk Road, Liverpool, UK
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LEE VALLEY VELOPARK DECEMBER 2022 Dec 31, 2022
LEE VALLEY VELOPARK DECEMBER 2022
Dec 31, 2022VeloPark Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park Abercrombie Rd London E20 3AB
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Run Heaton Park 5k, 10k & Half Marathon January 2023 Jan 22, 2023
Run Heaton Park 5k, 10k & Half Marathon January 2023
Jan 22, 2023Heaton Park, Middleton Rd, Higher Blackley, Manchester, M25 2SW
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Run Aintree 5k, 10k & Half Marathon February 2023 Feb 12, 2023
Run Aintree 5k, 10k & Half Marathon February 2023
Feb 12, 2023Aintree Racecourse, Ormskirk Road, Liverpool, UK
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Run Heaton Park 5k, 10k & Half Marathon March 2023 Mar 19, 2023
Run Heaton Park 5k, 10k & Half Marathon March 2023
Mar 19, 2023Heaton Park, Middleton Rd, Higher Blackley, Manchester, M25 2SW
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Hampton Court Palace Half Marathon 2023 Mar 26, 2023
Hampton Court Palace Half Marathon 2023
Mar 26, 2023Hampton Court Palace
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Cannock Chase Running Festival 2023 Apr 16, 2023
Cannock Chase Running Festival 2023
Apr 16, 2023Cannock Chase Forest - Forestry England, Birches Valley, Rugeley WS15 2UQ
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Gateshead Half Marathon & 10k April 2023 Apr 30, 2023
Gateshead Half Marathon & 10k April 2023
Apr 30, 2023Gateshead International Stadium
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Run Aintree 5k, 10k & Half Marathon May 2023 May 07, 2023
Run Aintree 5k, 10k & Half Marathon May 2023
May 07, 2023Aintree Racecourse, Ormskirk Road, Liverpool, UK
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Run Heaton Park 5k, 10k & Half Marathon May 2023 May 14, 2023
Run Heaton Park 5k, 10k & Half Marathon May 2023
May 14, 2023Heaton Park, Middleton Rd, Higher Blackley, Manchester, M25 2SW
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Running GP at Goodwood Motor Circuit – July 2023 Jul 02, 2023
Running GP at Goodwood Motor Circuit – July 2023
Jul 02, 2023Goodwood Motor Circuit, Chichester, PO18 0PX
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Running GP at Goodwood Motor Circuit Duathlon – July 2023 Jul 02, 2023
Running GP at Goodwood Motor Circuit Duathlon – July 2023
Jul 02, 2023Goodwood Motor Circuit, Chichester, PO18 0PX
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Run Aintree 5k, 10k & Half Marathon July 2023 Jul 23, 2023
Run Aintree 5k, 10k & Half Marathon July 2023
Jul 23, 2023Aintree Racecourse, Ormskirk Road, Liverpool, UK
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Running GP at Goodwood Motor Circuit – September 2023 Sep 03, 2023
Running GP at Goodwood Motor Circuit – September 2023
Sep 03, 2023Goodwood Motor Circuit, Chichester, PO18 0PX
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Running GP at Goodwood Motor Circuit Duathlon – September 2023 Sep 03, 2023
Running GP at Goodwood Motor Circuit Duathlon – September 2023
Sep 03, 2023Goodwood Motor Circuit, Chichester, PO18 0PX
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Run Heaton Park 5k, 10k & Half Marathon September 2023 Sep 17, 2023
Run Heaton Park 5k, 10k & Half Marathon September 2023
Sep 17, 2023Heaton Park, Middleton Rd, Higher Blackley, Manchester, M25 2SW
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Run Aintree 5k, 10k & Half Marathon October 2023 Oct 01, 2023
Run Aintree 5k, 10k & Half Marathon October 2023
Oct 01, 2023Aintree Racecourse, Ormskirk Road, Liverpool, UK
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RunTatton Half Marathon November 2023 Nov 05, 2023
RunTatton Half Marathon November 2023
Nov 05, 2023Tatton Park, Knutsford, Cheshire, WA16 6QN
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Run Heaton Park 5k, 10k & Half Marathon November 2023 Nov 19, 2023
Run Heaton Park 5k, 10k & Half Marathon November 2023
Nov 19, 2023Heaton Park, Middleton Rd, Higher Blackley, Manchester, M25 2SW
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Running GP at Goodwood Motor Circuit – December 2023 Dec 03, 2023
Running GP at Goodwood Motor Circuit – December 2023
Dec 03, 2023Goodwood Motor Circuit, Chichester, PO18 0PX
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Run Aintree 5k, 10k & Half Marathon December 2023 Dec 17, 2023
Run Aintree 5k, 10k & Half Marathon December 2023
Dec 17, 2023Aintree Racecourse, Ormskirk Road, Liverpool, UK
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Half Marathon FAQ
What percentage of the UK population have run a Half Marathon?
Around half a million people run a half marathon each year in the UK. A large % compete in a RunThrough half marathon but the overall competitors are still less than 1% of the population.
Can the average person run a Half Marathon?
Yes! With the right training and preparation, anyone can run or walk a half marathon. It’s not always about setting record times or keeping up with the elite athletes. For many runners, a half marathon is a great accomplishment whether you run it under two hours, or not!
How long should I wait between Half Marathons?
How long to wait between half marathons all comes down to your running experience. If you’re a novice, then plan at least 2-3 weeks of rest between half marathons. If you’re an experienced runner, then you should be good to go again in a few days. At the end of the day though, it all comes down to listening to your body. Unnecessary injuries will force you to sit out for much longer than just taking the right amount of rest!
Can I run a Half Marathon if I can run 8 miles?
Absolutely! By just going at a little slower pace than you did the 8 mile run, you could easily run a half marathon. Really, you shouldn’t be training for a half marathon by running half marathon distance. Training at 8 miles is a great way to prepare for a half marathon.
What is a decent time for a Half Marathon?
Elite athletes run between 57 and 70 minutes for a half marathon but anything under 90 minutes would see you feature at the top end of a domestic race! Anything under 2 hours is considered a good pace by most people in the UK.
How old do you have to be to run a Half Marathon in the UK?
17 years old.
What is the flattest marathon in the UK?
Bedford Autodrome Running GP is, as the name suggests, is held at an autodrome. This means a super flat course that’s perfect for setting a great time.
Is a Half Marathon harder than 10k?
Generally, a Half Marathon is harder than a 10k race because its simply a longer distance. This means that you’ll be spending more time on your feet. However, many people find the 10k harder as they push for a faster time – often meaning they’re significantly more tired afterwards! It all depends on the pace you run it at, and whether you’re a sprinter or more inclined to pace yourself.
Is running a Half Marathon a big deal?
Yes! Running a half marathon requires training, perseverance and commitment. Running a half marathon is a great achievement, regardless of your skill level. With that said, that doesn’t mean it’s out of reach for a beginner! With the right training and preparation, anyone can run a half marathon.
Are any marathons happening in 2021?
Yes, while social events have largely been interrupted this year – RunThrough are organising lots of marathons, half marathons and shorter races. Find a race!
How can the average person prepare for a Half Marathon?
Follow a training plan which will require you to run at least 75% of the distance in training. You should also practice fuelling your body while running!
Can a beginner run a Half Marathon?
Yes, as long as they go at a comfortable pace and start off at nearly walking speed. But, make sure you follow a solid training and preparation plan. Trying to run a half marathon with no preparation is not a good idea!
What is a good Half Marathon time for a beginner?
While elite athletes can run a half marathon between 57 and 70 minutes, and a very respectable time is below two hours, anything between 2 and 3 hours is a good time for a beginner. It’s not a sprint, after all!