Richmond Half Marathon @ Richmond RUNFEST 2026

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  • Date Sun 13th September 2026
  • Time 09:30
  • Location Richmond, Greater London

Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the Richmond Half Marathon, set to take place on Sunday, September 13th, 2026, in the picturesque Richmond, Greater London. Organised by RUN-FEST.com, this exciting event is part of the renowned Richmond RUNFEST weekend, which also features the Richmond RUNFEST Marathon and the Kew Gardens 10k.

Participants will kick off their journey within the stunning Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, as they race through a beautifully marked and measured course certified by England Athletics. Along the way, runners will enjoy breathtaking views of historical landmarks such as Ham House, Richmond Palace, Teddington Lock, and the scenic River Thames. The race culminates in a vibrant finish festival at Old Deer Park, complete with live music and a fitness expo. Join us for this extraordinary celebration of running and community spirit—mark your calendars for a day of fun, fitness, and unforgettable memories!

Richmond Half Marathon @ Richmond RUNFEST 2026

Sun 13th September 2026

A group of runners participating in the Richmond Run-Fest jog on a path surrounded by greenery, with the iconic pagoda in Kew Gardens visible in the background. Event and sponsor logos appear in the lower left corner. Aerial view of a tall pagoda with trees around it. Overlaid text says “Time to set your 2026 goals!” A Richmond 2026 Runfest half marathon medal with a dragon and mountain design is shown. A group of runners participates in a race at the Richmond Run Fest. They run on a path with a large greenhouse in the background. One runner in colorful attire and glasses gives a thumbs up to the camera. Other runners wear race bibs, including numbers 931 and 480. A joyful runner wearing a bright neon outfit and bib number 11005 celebrates while crossing the finish line at the Richmond Runfest. Spectators cheer from behind barriers with event signage. Other runners and portable toilets are visible in the background. A large glass greenhouse stands symmetrically behind a serene lake, reflecting the structure and the blue sky above. In the foreground, leafy plants and flowers border the water. Trees surround the greenhouse, adding greenery to the picturesque scene. A person dressed in a large pumpkin costume and red cap is running along a riverside path during a fun run event. A bridge spans the river in the background, and a small crowd, including a person pushing a stroller, appears alongside the path. A diverse group of people, dressed in colorful athletic wear, are running through a lush, green park. In the background, a large pagoda structure is visible among the trees. The runners appear to be participating in a group exercise or race. Runners participating in a charity marathon pass under a large inflatable archway labeled "gofundme RUN-FEST." The scene is outdoors, with trees and a building in the background. Participants wear various running attire. A band performs at an outdoor event. The scene captures a vocalist singing into a microphone and a guitarist playing beside him. The audience is visible in the background, along with event banners, tents, and a sunny sky with trees framing the area. A woman wearing headphones and a race bib numbered 3906 smiles and raises her arms in celebration as she runs toward the finish line, with cheering spectators and event banners in the background. A group of five runners, wearing race bibs and athletic clothing, smile and wave as they jog together on a paved path in a park with trees and green grass.

Organiser's Description

Be part of London’s most exclusive event!

The Richmond Half Marathon is part of a weekend which also includes the Richmond RUNFEST Marathon, and the Kew Gardens 10k. The Half and Full Marathon start within the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, and will finish in a music festival in Old Deer Park in Richmond.

Tour the gardens before passing historical assets including Ham House, Richmond Palace, Teddington Lock, and the meandering River Thames, finishing at a fantastic finish festival and fitness expo with live music in Old Deer Park. Clearly marked & measured England Athletics certified course (Licence ID: 28982).

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Priya avatar
Priya

·4 months ago

Well organised and a good course with mix of trails as well as road running paths. Only negative was the hill right at the end to the finish line - definitely needed to push myself here! Would recommend however especially to anyone doing their first half
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David

·2 years ago

Great flat course with an amazing medal and tee shirt design. Loved the band and free beer after.
Thanks for your review, Race Director Tom
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Location

Richmond TW9 3AB, UK

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