Run Cheltenham
WS
From WMP Sports
Event summary
Join us for the highly anticipated Run Cheltenham event, taking place on Sunday, September 4th, 2022, in the picturesque town of Cheltenham, Gloucestershire! Organized by WMP Sports, this year marks the seventh edition of the Cheltenham Half Marathon, which promises to showcase the stunning regency architecture and charming Cotswold scenery. Runners will enjoy a breathtaking course that winds through iconic landmarks such as Montpellier and Lansdown, with a grandstand finish at the renowned Cheltenham Racecourse.
In addition to the half marathon, participants can look forward to a brand new 10km route that captures the essence of the half marathon's first and final miles. For those looking to get involved in a fun and friendly atmosphere, the Community Mile offers a perfect opportunity for families, friends, and first-time runners to join in on the excitement. This inclusive fun run encourages everyone to take their first steps towards a fitter, healthier lifestyle. Don't miss out on this vibrant event that celebrates community spirit and the joy of running!
In addition to the half marathon, participants can look forward to a brand new 10km route that captures the essence of the half marathon's first and final miles. For those looking to get involved in a fun and friendly atmosphere, the Community Mile offers a perfect opportunity for families, friends, and first-time runners to join in on the excitement. This inclusive fun run encourages everyone to take their first steps towards a fitter, healthier lifestyle. Don't miss out on this vibrant event that celebrates community spirit and the joy of running!
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4.55 reviews
RJ
Rebecca John
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Took part in the 2023 edition · 3 years ago
Good race and nice route but due to the heat, they could have done with more water stations. Great support around the town, real community spirit helping you along, but the last mile for 10k is really rough as it takes you into and partially around the racecourse where there's little support. This part should be first as you need the support towards the end so must have been enough tougher for the half milers! The organisers have sent an apology and are asking for feedback so hopefully some of these will improve for next year.
CH
Charlotte Hurst
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Took part in the 2022 edition · 4 years ago
Well organised race and nice route down into cheltenham and back to the racecourse. The last mile and a half are super tough round the racecourse and the head wind didn’t help
BE
Bradley Evans
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Took part in the 2022 edition · 4 years ago
great race
HC
Harry Champion
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Took part in the 2022 edition · 4 years ago
really well organised and support. Sunning closed roads is so good
SP
Stuart Powell
Reviewing the 2019 edition · 7 years ago
Great race. Great atmosphere and the last couple of miles around the race track were tough
Event information
HALF MARATHON
With the start and finish line held at the stunning Racecourse on the outskirts of this beautiful regency town, participants will be able to enjoy the glorious views of the surrounding Cotswolds before heading off along tree lined roads towards the stunning Town Centre. Through iconic locations such as Montpellier and Landsdown, before joining the old Honeybourne Line towards Pittville and back into the Racecourse for a final lap before enjoying an amazing grandstand finish. A truly amazing opportunity to see the best Cheltenham has to offer from a closed road, point of view.
10KM
The brand new Cheltenham 10km will start and finish at the stunning Racecourse on the outskirts of this beautiful regency town. The route follows the first 3 miles of the half marathon and the last 3 miles, missing the lap of the racecourse!
TIMING
Participants will be asked to move onto the pavement if they fall behind the road re-opening schedule - on sections where there is no pedestrian footpath, participants will be re-routed. There will be a 1 hr 10 minute cut-off for 4 miles, and after 3 hrs 30 mins, all runners still on the course will be asked to move to the pavement.
With the start and finish line held at the stunning Racecourse on the outskirts of this beautiful regency town, participants will be able to enjoy the glorious views of the surrounding Cotswolds before heading off along tree lined roads towards the stunning Town Centre. Through iconic locations such as Montpellier and Landsdown, before joining the old Honeybourne Line towards Pittville and back into the Racecourse for a final lap before enjoying an amazing grandstand finish. A truly amazing opportunity to see the best Cheltenham has to offer from a closed road, point of view.
10KM
The brand new Cheltenham 10km will start and finish at the stunning Racecourse on the outskirts of this beautiful regency town. The route follows the first 3 miles of the half marathon and the last 3 miles, missing the lap of the racecourse!
TIMING
Participants will be asked to move onto the pavement if they fall behind the road re-opening schedule - on sections where there is no pedestrian footpath, participants will be re-routed. There will be a 1 hr 10 minute cut-off for 4 miles, and after 3 hrs 30 mins, all runners still on the course will be asked to move to the pavement.
Fully Closed Roads
On Route entertainment
Water & energy stations
Pace makers
Finishers Medal
The route is fully signed and marshalled
On Route entertainment
Water & energy stations
Pace makers
Finishers Medal
The route is fully signed and marshalled
Cheltenham Racecourse, Evesham Rd, Cheltenham GL50 4SH,
Parking will be available at The Racecourse, Cheltenham from 7.00am on race day
If you intend to be dropped off by car for the event, we advise being dropped off in roads surrounding The Racecourse, Cheltenham and walking the last bit of the way.
Please see our route maps page for suggested drop off points (TBC). Be aware of road closures and timings.
If you intend to use public transport please take into consideration road closures and the early start.
Please plan your journey accordingly!
If you intend to be dropped off by car for the event, we advise being dropped off in roads surrounding The Racecourse, Cheltenham and walking the last bit of the way.
Please see our route maps page for suggested drop off points (TBC). Be aware of road closures and timings.
If you intend to use public transport please take into consideration road closures and the early start.
Please plan your journey accordingly!
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Organiser's description
The Cheltenham Half Marathon is set in the heart of this beautiful regency town and has been designed to show off its splendour and Cotswold charm. Now moving into its seventh year, this popular half marathon has grown in size and is now hosted at the famous Cheltenham Racecourse.
The route enjoys the glorious views of the surrounding Cotswolds and takes you through iconic locations such as Montpellier and Lansdown, before joining the old Honeybourne Line towards Pittville and back into the Racecourse for an amazing grandstand finish.
The brand new 10km route will follow the first and final 3 miles of the half marathon.
The Community Mile takes place alongside the half marathon and 10km. The-mile-long fun run is designed to encourage first time runners, families, friends, colleagues and teams to come together and challenge themselves to get active for a fitter, healthier life.
*Participants falling behind the pace required to finish by 12:30 will be asked to move to the pavement.
The route enjoys the glorious views of the surrounding Cotswolds and takes you through iconic locations such as Montpellier and Lansdown, before joining the old Honeybourne Line towards Pittville and back into the Racecourse for an amazing grandstand finish.
The brand new 10km route will follow the first and final 3 miles of the half marathon.
The Community Mile takes place alongside the half marathon and 10km. The-mile-long fun run is designed to encourage first time runners, families, friends, colleagues and teams to come together and challenge themselves to get active for a fitter, healthier life.
*Participants falling behind the pace required to finish by 12:30 will be asked to move to the pavement.
Location
Cheltenham, UK
Run Cheltenham
WS
WMP Sports
On Find a Race
Since
2016
Events
10+
Avg. review
4.4