Royal Parks Half Marathon

Sunday 11th October 2026 Past event
London
£35.00 · 2 charity places

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day at the Royal Parks Half Marathon on Sunday, October 11, 2026, in the heart of London, Greater London! This iconic event not only offers participants the chance to tackle a scenic 13.1-mile course through some of the most beautiful parks in the city but also plays a crucial role in supporting the vital work of The Royal Parks charity. Since its inception, the Royal Parks Half Marathon has raised an impressive £60 million for over 1,200 UK charities, including renowned organizations like Great Ormond Street Hospital and Mind.

Join thousands of runners and supporters as they come together to celebrate health, community, and the preservation of London’s stunning green spaces. Each step taken on the course helps to keep the magic of the Royal Parks alive, promoting environmental education and wildlife conservation while maintaining historic landmarks. Don’t miss out on this remarkable opportunity to be part of a meaningful event that makes a real difference!

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  • Starlight

    Starlight

    Taking the scare out of children’s healthcare A gap in children’s healthcare is going unnoticed and holding back success. The good news? A simple, proven solution exists - one that transforms the way children experience healthcare. The problem is fear. The answer is fun. For children, medical procedures can be terrifying. When fear creates trauma, it slows healing and impacts long-term health outcomes. The key lies in a child’s nervous system. When children feel safe, they respond better to treatment. But fear makes their bodies resist care. The solution? Play. Play transforms healthcare. Children find their courage in play. In hospitals, play creates comfort and control, easing anxiety and improving health. Play isn’t a luxury. It’s a necessity. At Starlight, we use play to reduce trauma and improve outcomes. The science is clear. The impact is undeniable. Play makes healthcare better. We have the data, expertise, and passion. But we need decision-makers, parents, and communities to recognize the essential healing potential of play and join us. Together, we can transform children’s healthcare. It’s time to put play into practice.

    Royal Parks Half Marathon

    £35.00

    Minimum pledge £350.00

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  • Rethink Mental illness

    Rethink Mental illness

    Rethink Mental Illness improve the lives of people severely affected by mental illness through our network of local groups and services, expert information and successful campaigning. Our goal is to make sure everyone severely affected by mental illness has a good quality of life.

    Royal Parks Half Marathon

    £35.00

    Minimum pledge £350.00

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Organiser's description

The Royal Parks Half Marathon, presented by Royal Bank of Canada, was set up by The Royal Parks charity as an annual fundraising initiative to help conserve and enhance London’s eight Royal Parks for everyone, while enabling charities of all sizes to be involved in a major challenge event.

Since then the event has exceeded all expectations, raising £60 million for over 1,200 UK charities – including The Royal Parks, GOSH, and Mind. It’s a key part of raising awareness of The Royal Parks as a charity, funded by donations and events like the Royal Parks Half. Find out more about our charity partners here

The money raised by this event for The Royal Parks helps to keep the magic of eight vital green spaces alive, teach children and adults about the natural world, care for wildlife and conserve historic monuments.

Location

The Mall, London, UK

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