Canterbury Half Marathon

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  • Date Mon 28th August 2023
  • Time 10:00
  • Location Merton Farm, Canterbury, Kent, CT4 7BA
  • Price £5.55 - £30.45
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances Half Marathon

Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the Canterbury Half Marathon, taking place on Monday, August 28th, 2023, in the beautiful city of Canterbury, Kent. Organized by Nice Work, this event is a highlight of the local sporting calendar, attracting a vibrant crowd eager to support the Pilgrims Hospice. Runners will tackle a challenging lollipop-shaped course that winds through scenic country lanes, starting near Merton Farm and passing through charming villages like Petham and Waltham.

Whether you're a seasoned runner or a family looking for a fun day out, there's something for everyone! Participants can choose from the Half Marathon, a 2 Mile Fun Run, or a 1 Mile Children's race, with bespoke medals awarded to all finishers. With prizes for the top male and female runners, as well as age group categories and team competitions, the Canterbury Half Marathon promises excitement and camaraderie. Join us for a day filled with community spirit, stunning views, and the thrill of racing!

Canterbury Half Marathon

Mon 28th August 2023

A group of runners participating in a race on a scenic outdoor path. The central runner, wearing a blue shirt with "RUN" printed on it and a black cap, is smiling. Other runners in various athletic attire are visible in the background. Greenery lines the route.

Organiser's Description

It's the beauty of the challenge, it's the stunning course... it's an irresistible racing gem. 

This is a Nice Work race
This means that this is an original Nice Work race, fully hosted and organised by us.

Event Overview:
This is one of the most popular events in the Kent sporting calendar.  It is organised to support the Pilgrims Hospice and the race attracts a large Bank Holiday Monday entry to confirm its position as one of Kent's favourite half marathons.  The course is challenging and covers the quiet country lanes around the outskirts of this wonderful city. Our thanks, as always, to the Canterbury Forset of Blean Rotary Club for their invaluable help in staging this race.

Course Overview:
The Canterbury Half Marathon course is a lollipop shape route covering the roads on the outskirts of the City. Beginning near Merton Farm, the route takes runners through Petham and Waltham along scenic country roads. The course has been officially measured and carries a certificate of course accuracy. 

Available Races/Distances:
Half Marathon / 2 Mile Fun Run / 1 Mile Children's race

Prizes:
Bespoke medal for all finishers
Prizes/trophies for 1st, 2nd & 3rd male and female winners.
Prizes/trophies for 1st male and female age group catogories (HM only)
Prizes/trophies for 1st male and female affiliated team, three to count (HM only)

On-the-day Entry Fees (subject to availability only):
Half Marathon race: £35.00
Fun Run race: £8.00
Children's race: £5.00

Event information will be sent to all registered entrants prior to race-day.

Races

  • Half Marathon

    Mon 28th August 2023 (10:00)

    £30.45

    UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00

    CLOSED
  • Children's Race

    Mon 28th August 2023 (10:15)

    £5.55

    CLOSED
  • Fun Run

    Mon 28th August 2023 (10:15)

    £8.40

    CLOSED

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2 reviews

Mr avatar
Mr

·6 years ago

Varied course, parking was limited. Hot, hilly, hard work! Enjoyable route local residents were put with water and hosepipes to help runners, great fun!
Andy avatar
Andy

·6 years ago

Brilliant. First one and wow heat and hills bad combo but enjoyed it

Location

The Marine Travel Ground, 1 Merton Ln N, Nackington Rd, Canterbury CT4 7DZ, UK

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