Run Aintree Half Marathon, 10k & 5k

Name: Run Aintree Half Marathon, 10k & 5k
Brand: RunThrough Events
Rating: 4.695121951219512 (41 reviews)

4.7 · 41 reviews

From RunThrough Events

Date Sun 8th February 2026
Time 10:00
Location Liverpool, Merseyside
Price £30.00 - £152.00
Races 4 races
Distances 5km, 10km, Half Marathon

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Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day of running at the Run Aintree Half Marathon, 10k & 5k on Sunday, February 8, 2026! Organized by RunThrough Events, this exciting race takes place at the iconic Aintree Racecourse in Liverpool, Merseyside, renowned for hosting the legendary Grand National. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a first-time participant, you can choose from three thrilling distances: tackle the 5k with one lap, the 10k with two laps, or the challenging Half Marathon with four laps around the flat and fast circuit.

Each mile of the course is accurately marked, and enthusiastic volunteers will be there to support you every step of the way, guiding you to that triumphant chequered flag finish. As a bonus, your entry fee includes a themed medal, water, and delicious post-race goodies. So mark your calendars and join us at Aintree for a memorable day filled with camaraderie, fitness, and fun. We can't wait to see you there!

Run Aintree Half Marathon, 10k & 5k

Sun 8th February 2026

Three runners in athletic gear smile and pose for the camera during a race on a paved path, with large stadium stands visible in the background. Other runners follow behind them on the cloudy day.

Organiser's Description

Joins us for Run Aintree Half Marathon, 10k & 5k Sunday 8th February 2026

Join us for a unique opportunity to run a 5k, 10k or Half Marathon at the world famous Aintree Racecourse, best known for annually holding the world-famous Grand National steeplechase.

Each Mile will be accurately marked out and we have plenty of helpers to keep you quite literally on track and encourage you on your way to that chequered flag finish. Included in your entry fee is a themed medal, water and post race goodies. Come and enjoy the day with us; we hope to see you there!

The race involves laps around the circuit, the course is flat and quick. There will be 1 lap for the 5k, 2 laps for the 10k and 4 laps for the Half Marathon.

Race Distance & Start Times

10:00 am - Half Marathon
Elevation - 76m | Laps - Out and Back + 4 | Terrain - Road, Flat

10:45 am - 10k
Elevation - 38m | Laps - 2 | Terrain - Road, Flat

10:55 am - 5k
Elevation - 19m | Laps - 1 | Terrain - Road, Flat

Races

5k

Sun 8th February 2026 (10:55)

£30.00

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10k

Sun 8th February 2026 (10:45)

£32.00

Booking for more than 1?
Half Marathon

Sun 8th February 2026 (10:00)

£35.00

Booking for more than 1?
Group Booking (6 Places

Any Distance

£152.00

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5k

Sun 8th February 2026 (10:55)

£30.00

Booking for more than 1?
10k

Sun 8th February 2026 (10:45)

£32.00

Booking for more than 1?
Half Marathon

Sun 8th February 2026 (10:00)

£35.00

Booking for more than 1?
Group Booking (6 Places

Any Distance

£152.00

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Reviews

4.7

41 reviews

Tang

·24 days ago

Wounderful experience for me who coming from Hong Kong!

Jason

·28 days ago

Is a great and well organised event... I think I'm the only Malaysian to join this event. Just did it below sub 2 hours and hope to come back for this event in the future . Kudos 👏

Sandor

·29 days ago

Nice event

Michael

·3 months ago

First ever half marathon! Great event, loved it!

Sarah

·3 months ago

Fantastic Amtosphere very well organised and a brilliant afternoon

Norman

·3 months ago

My first 5km run really well organised and the atmosphere was electric, didn’t feel out of place at all as I thought I would a wonderful experience will look for more events thank you to all involved 👍

Michelle

·3 months ago

This was my first half marathon, was excited but nervous. The event was really well organised, the atmosphere on the day was amazing, I would really recommend doing an event whether it's a 5k or half marathon especially for a charity. Great experience.

Neil

·3 months ago

Great atmosphere at the event, well organised and a good 5k race. Really enjoyable

Rebecca

·3 months ago

A flat course, good for trying for a pb

Kailyjah

·5 months ago

Really great for someone like me participating in my first in person race with others. I felt nervous as I didn’t know how many people would show in the cold but it was full of people, and chip timing with email to let u know ur results. Will do again.

Julie

·5 months ago

Very well organised and set up. Nice flat track, and you're racing at Aintree! Pacers, track guides and plenty of encouragement, every one involved was brilliant and really made the event welcoming.

Shaun

·5 months ago

My first ever 5km race. Well organised, friendly volunteers. Great support as running. Relaxed atmosphere. My only observation was that a lot of the running in the 5km with me didn't stick to the left so overtaking was a struggle at parts, I imagine the 10km&HM runners got frustrated. But it was clearly stated and often shouted to move over, you can't teach stupid though! Will 100% be back again for next event.

Susan

·5 months ago

Fantastic day very well organised and a lovely flat course which was just as well as it was my first half marathon and I did it whilst having chemotherapy to raise money for cancer research. Corine supported me the whole way round and although it took me 3 hours 47 minutes I was never made to feel I had to hurry. I was officially last with my husband but I loved the support and motivation received from others. Thank you all

Pete

·10 months ago

Absolutely fantastically organised, great flat course. Took advantage of the free on site pre run sports massage service to relieve a slightly tight hamstring (worked a treat) managed a PB, my only downside is the distance didn’t match up to the half marathon distance was 100m short, my wife completed the 10k and was 40m short so for all the numbers people out there check your Strava/ watches if the numbers mean something to your statistics 😁 other than that a great well organised event 👍

Victoria

·a year ago

Nice flat course. Have been unable to find official race time

Elizabeth

·a year ago

This was the first time I have taken part in any run like this, the whole experience was marvellous, everyone was very friendly and helpful. The atmosphere on the day was very good with all runners being respectful of each other. I am now looking forward to the next one I have registered for in February.

Luke

·2 years ago

After a lap and a bit of the half marathon they let the 10k runners out who get in the way and slow you down, then the 5k runners join that slow things down even more and you all Finnish at the same time. Probably wouldn’t do this run again.

Singey

·2 years ago

Well organised and great support. Would highly recommend reverting to letting the 5k and 10k runners start first so that it doesn't affect the half marathon runners. It became very congested when we got near the start of another loop and the 5k/10k runners had just started. Lots of signs to stick to the left but the paths were quite narrow so didn't leave the slower runners much choice.

PAUL

·3 years ago

Thoroughly enjoyed myself at Aintree 1/2 marathon. Before the run was super organised and it was fabulous to be involved in the warm up. My only concern is that the drink station was only at the start/finish, which for a four lap race meant only 3 opportunities to take on water - could have done with another water station half way round each lap as I really struggled through lack of hydration on a very warm day Otherwise a great venue

Nick

·3 years ago

Really enjoyed it, nice atmosphere, friendly people, well organised, good testing course, I ran the 10k, it was a very warm day but a little breezy, never done it before but I will return, many thanks to the organisers.

Alan

·5 years ago

Aintree 10k. Really well organized event! From excellent email updates pre race, to registration on the day. The course was easy to navigate and the stewards were both professional and encouraging, especially given the windy conditions they had to stand in. Post race the snacks were great! All in all a great day!!

Rachel

·5 years ago

Aintree 5k. A very well organised event. Parking was very straightforward and there were plenty of toilets. Clear announcements for the start of each race made it run very smoothly. Would recommend. Will run this again on a less windy day!

Theresa

·5 years ago

Aintree half marathon. This was my first half marathon, the atmosphere was wonderful, staff were so helpful and encouraging. The weather was on our side and I enjoyed the route of the course. The event was clearly sign posted for, bag drop off, race number collection if needed, water given during the race. A wonderful day.

Benjamin

·5 years ago

A wonderfully windy 10K. A very well organised and enjoyable event - not sure I’d like to do 4 laps for a half? Great atmosphere and course. I’d certainly do it all again. Thanks to all involved. Only thing I’d like is a specific medal or lanyard for the distance and year.

Geoffrey

·5 years ago

very well done. very well done

Ian

·5 years ago

Super morning at Aintree. A really excellent event. Rapid and clear reply to email query. Lots of help with parking. Polite helpful stewards pre-race. Fun warm up. Good encouragement during race, esp. valued given blustery difficult weather. Nice post-race gluten-free food. Will happily go back for future events. They did everything to make everyone feel important.

Jacqueline

·5 years ago

Amazing run. Such an amazing atmosphere, great stalls and exciting day.

Christopher

·5 years ago

Brilliant Race. I booked another race in error, completely my own fault. Find a Race switched my entry to Aintree with no fuss. Excellent customer service, especially Richard. Race was very well organised and fun. Brilliant motivation from all involved and top bling and snacks upon finishing. Free online photos to boot. I can't find fault with this event or anyone involved. Highly recommended!

Darran

·5 years ago

First half marathon. What an amazing event this was for my first half marathon. The signs were brilliant, loved the duet playing songs, the announcer on the tannoy but most of all the marshalls were amazing and so encouraging. I’d definitely run this event

George

·5 years ago

Great Event. A well organised run that was easy to follow. For my first half marathon I felt that the course was easy enough to navigate. It was also clear where I should be and parking was straight forward.

Frank

·5 years ago

Well run. A really well run event - pardon the pun. I signed up because it was across the road from Aintree station; the announcements, signage and marshalling were great, and I deposited & retrieved my bag in the fastest time ever. Everything and everyone friendly. Enjoyed the course, too, and my favourite moment was passing the singer/guitarist giving us 'Dancing in the Dark'.

Ryan

·5 years ago

Run Aintree December 2019. Brilliant run on a flat course. The marshalls were fun & energetic to keep you pushing through, overall I had a fantastic time.

Eileen

·5 years ago

Great experience all round. On-site parking is worth getting there for, but still plenty available at 9am so no need to get there too early (for the 10k). Good to have a village there with coffee and food, especially for our waiting families. Enjoyed the 10k run, was concerned it might be be on grass, but the whole route was on tarmac paths. Hardest-working member of staff was out on the course playing a steel drum non-stop - thank you, it really helped to keep me going! Loved the live timing - never had results so fast. Slight issue with people milling around beyond the finish - more marshalls or barriers needed to allow runners to pass for their next lap and keep non-runners out of the way. Thanks for a fun morning!

lauren

·5 years ago

amazing.. Amazing. Well organised and great course

James

·5 years ago

Great race. My second 10k and will certainly be back Well organised and stewards gave great encouragement throughout the route Flapjacks as good as always!

Richard

·5 years ago

Great event. Well organised event, information sent out in plenty of time. Lots of parking available. Good atmosphere generated by the organisers and volunteers. Thoroughly enjoyable morning

Ian

·5 years ago

Brilliant event Well organised. This was my first proper run! So I wasn’t sure what to expect! The event organisers were approachable and friendly, with marshals around the course encouraging you! Looking forward to the next event... Thankyou to the organisers...

Michael

·5 years ago

Great day. Brilliant event around the famous Aintree Racecourse!!! A fast track is perfect for PB hunters. Lots to do for all the family

carl

·6 years ago

Amazing event. Thoroughly enjoyable day, amazing venue and well organised race! Will definitely do next years run!

Joe

·6 years ago

Good. Everyone supported me and had a great time I think I will do a longer distance next time

Helen

·6 years ago

Great Event. Fabulous flat course. Event very well organised. A great experience to run round the famous Aintree course. Would definitely do this one again.

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