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Running a good half marathon time is something every runner has on their 'To Do' list. Whether it’s a trail race or a road race, a 13.1-mile half marathon is the natural next step up from 10k, and one of the classic benchmarks to test yourself against. It's long enough to be a true test of fitness, stamina, pacing, form and mental strength but short enough to be within reach of anyone willing to train consistently for a couple of months.
Our database contains everything from small, locally organised half marathons to one of the biggest races on the planet - The Great North Run - which attracts over 50,000 runners and was the first mass participation event on the planet to reach 1 million cumulative participants. The findarace calendar lists over 350 half marathons every year all over the UK and beyond. So whether you’re after a low-key local race or the excitement of a major event, check out our comprehensive 2026 - 2027 calendar below and use the “Refine” button above to fine-tune your search.
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Half Marathons 2026 - 2027
Hampton Court Palace Running Festival Presented by Voltarol
East Molesey, Greater LondonAEPG Great Eastern Run
Peterborough, CambridgeshireWindsor Dorney Lakeside Half Marathon
Dorney Lake, Off Court Lane, Windsor, Berks, SL4 6QPRun Alton Towers Half Marathon & 5k
Stoke-on-Trent, StaffordshireRunning Tribe Races
Course 1,2,3 are at - Chalfont Park Sports Club Chalfont Park, SL9 0QA. Course 4,5,6,12 are at - Chalfont St. Peter Community Centre , SL9 9QX. Course - 7,8 are at - Amersham Cricket Club, Missenden Rd, Old Amersham, Bucks, HP7 0RN Course - 9 is at - Sarratt Village Hall, The Green, Sarratt,,Nr Rickmansworth, Herts WD3 6AS Course - 10,11 are at - Chesham & District Community Association, White Hill Centre, White Hill, Chesham, Bucks, HP5 1AG.Thetford Festival of Running - 5K, 10K, HALF, FULL & ULTRA MARATHON
High Lodge, Thetford Forest, Brandon, IP27 0AFDune Desert Marathon Morocco
Et-Taous, ErrachidiaATW Bedford Half Marathon & 10k
Russell Park, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 3RHTwo Tunnels Railway Races (Half Marathon, 10km, 5km, Colourburst)
Bath, Bath and North East SomersetPhoenix Cambridgeshire Snailed It!
Huntingdon, CambridgeshireYorkshire Weekend Saunter in Rodley
Back of the Rodley Barge Pub, Town Street, Rodley, Leeds 13 1 HPChichester Harbour Trail Run
Emsworth, HampshireVictoria Park Half Marathon, 10k & 5k
LondonHAMELDOWN HAMMER
Newton Abbot, DevonThe Meerkat Meander
The Last Hop, Unit 2, Thames Edge Court, Clarence Street, Staines, TW18 4SUThe Butterfly Effect – Chalkhill Blue
Heanor, DerbyshireLondon Half & 10k Presented by TREK
LondonLeicestershire Half Marathon
Loughborough, LeicestershireSt David's Day Dragon Run 2027
Dare Valley Country Park, Dare, Aberdare, Wales, CF44 7PSNew Forest South Trail Run
Christchurch, Burton, Bournemouth, Christchurch and PooleLeeds Canal Side Run
Granary Wharf, LS1 4EDThames Meander Spring
Barnes Sports Club, The Club House, 261 Lonsdale Rd, London SW13 9QLKingston Break-fest Run 8, 16 & 20mile
Kingston upon Thames, Greater LondonRosliston Rumble: Weekend Edition – Winter 2027
Swadlincote, DerbyshirePHOENIX - Cambridgeshire - Springtime
St Neots, CambridgeshirePitsford Water Trail Races
Brixworth Country Park, Northampton Road, Brixworth NN6 9DGNorth Lincolnshire Half Marathon & 10k
Scunthorpe, South HumbersideATW Great Yarmouth Seafront Half Marathon, 10k & 5k
Wellesley Recreation Ground, Great Yarmouth, NorfolkWight Riot
Hurst Rd, Milford on Sea, Lymington SO41 0PYMiddlesbrough Half Marathon Presented by Science in Sport
Middlesbrough, ClevelandLone Wolf South East 2027
Farnham, SurreyBrechfa Trail Races
Carmarthen, DyfedHarrold-Odell Country Park - 25km & 50km Trail Races
Bedford, BedfordshirePHOENIX - Spring Marathon & Half Marathon
Walton-on-Thames, SurreyRun the Wild Half Marathon - Spring
Tring, HertfordshireMoo-rathon, Calf and Hen K
Hyde Hall Farm, Buntingford, SG9 0RUJurassic Express Trail Run
Swanage, DorsetPAISLEY HALF MARATHON
Paisley, RenfrewshireBath Half Marathon
Bath, Bath and North East SomersetPierrepont Plod - Spring 2027
Nottingham, NottinghamshireBattersea Park Half Marathon - Spring
Battersea Park next to the Bandstand - SW11 4NJHampton Court Palace Half Marathon
East Molesey, SurreyColchester Half Marathon
The JobServe Community Stadium, United Way, Colchester, CO4 5UPSherwood Pines 20 Mile, Half Marathon & 10k
Sherwood Pines, Edwinstowe, Mansfield, Nottingham, NG21 9JLHalf Marathon FAQs
How long is a half marathon?
How long is a half marathon?
Half marathon races are 21 kilometres, which is exactly half the distance of a full 26.2 miles. The average finishing time for a half in the UK is around 2:00 hours, with more seasoned runners often pushing for 1 hour 30 minutes or less. This makes half marathons the perfect choice for runners looking to step up to a new challenge from 10k races and an important milestone for those on their way to running a full marathon. If you're looking for some inspiration for goal setting, find out what a good half marathon time is in our guide.
Can you run a half marathon without training?
Can you run a half marathon without training?
While it is physically possible to run a half marathon without training, we really wouldn’t recommend it. From both an enjoyment and health perspective, training correctly before embarking on a half marathon is going to lead you to have a much better experience.
Running a half marathon requires a significant level of endurance, stamina, and physical fitness. Without proper training, you are more likely to experience discomfort, fatigue, and the risk of injuring yourself is much higher. Training allows your body to adapt, get stronger and build stamina - everything you’ll need to enjoy the challenge of a half marathon race. Diet is also important, for more info take a look at our guide on what to eat before a half marathon.
Alternative Half Marathons
Alternative Half Marathons
Looking for a half marathon you can take part in from anywhere - even indoors? Our virtual runs offer a range of distances and ways to challenge yourself whilst still running solo.
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How many KM is a Half Marathon?
How many KM is a Half Marathon?
A half marathon is equivalent to 21.0975 kilometres (or approximately 13.1 miles). It is exactly half the distance of a full marathon, which is 42.195 kilometres or 26.2 miles.
If I can run a 10k, can I run a half marathon?
If I can run a 10k, can I run a half marathon?
If you can successfully run a 10K (which is approximately 6.2 miles), you can definitely work your way up to running a half marathon. It is roughly twice the distance, so naturally, you’ll need to enhance the stamina and endurance you’ll have already built in running 10 kilometres. Following a structured training plan that allows for rest and increasing distance incrementally is the safest way to build up to the full 13.1 miles.
What types of Half Marathon are there?
What types of Half Marathon are there?
There are two main types of Half Marathon events to participate in: Road Races and Trail Runs.
Road Half Marathons are the most traditional and popular type of half marathon. It takes place on paved roads or streets, typically in city or suburban areas with well-planned routes and water stations. Choose from a range of mass-participation Half Marathon events in London, Manchester, Birmingham and many more big cities and towns across the UK. These types of races also often have fantastic routes that pass iconic landmarks and tend to have buzzing crowds cheering runners on.
Trail Half Marathons are held on off-road trails in woodland settings or on hiking trails. They deliver a more scenic and natural experience but tend to be much more demanding due to the variety of terrain and uneven surfaces.
What is a respectable half marathon time for a beginner?
What is a respectable half marathon time for a beginner?
Around 2 hours 15 minutes to 2 hours 45 minutes is a reasonable first-half-marathon range, but finishing comfortably is a better first target to go after. Runners still building towards 13.1 miles can use a 10K race as a stepping stone along the way. Age, training and course profile all affect the eventual half marathon time, with a flat road race likely to be faster than a hilly or technical course.
Which is the flattest half marathon in the UK?
Which is the flattest half marathon in the UK?
Run Dorney Lake is among the flattest upcoming half marathons with published course data, recording 27m of elevation. Newbury Racecourse lists 30m and Derby Running Festival 37m, with further flat-course options appearing among November half marathons. At least 89 upcoming races describe themselves as flat, but a race without a published profile should not be assumed to be hilly.
What is the hardest half marathon in the UK?
What is the hardest half marathon in the UK?
No single half marathon can be named the hardest because difficulty depends on a range of factors like ascent, surface, weather and technical terrain. If you’re looking for more of a challenge with demanding off-road courses, check out upcoming trail runs, including races with substantial climbing. Among half marathons with published figures, Solihull lists 192m of elevation gain, Wendover Woods Trail lists 181m, and Chepstow Running Festival lists 715 feet; Windsor Half Marathon and The Battlefield Run Naseby are also described as hilly by their organisers.
What is the most beautiful half marathon in the UK?
What is the most beautiful half marathon in the UK?
There are plenty of scenic half marathon routes throughout the UK, but a couple stand out. Run the Raid Lindisfarne Trail Half Marathon is a strong scenic choice, taking runners across the tidal causeway near Beal on the Northumberland coast. The autumn half marathon calendar also includes rural and trail races such as the Derbyshire Dales Trail Run, which has a 5.0 rating from nine finisher reviews. At least 122 upcoming half marathons describe themselves as trail races, giving runners a choice of coastal, woodland and countryside routes.
What is a good half marathon time for my age?
What is a good half marathon time for my age?
A good half marathon time changes as you get older, so it’s more helpful to compare yourself with runners in a similar age group. As a rough guide, an intermediate male runner might aim for around 1:47 at age 40, 1:56 at 50 and 2:07 at 60. For an intermediate woman, the equivalent times are roughly 2:04, 2:16 and 2:34. Don’t forget the course, either: hills, trails and bad weather can add quite a bit to a finish time, so you may prefer a flatter race from the November half marathon calendar. Remember you should think of these as useful reference points, not times you’re expected to hit.
How much does it cost to enter a half marathon in the UK?
How much does it cost to enter a half marathon in the UK?
Most individual half marathon entries in the current calendar cost roughly £20 to £50. In 2026, the prices have so far ranged from £9.10 to £145. The highest costs can cover a festival or multi-race package, so check that the advertised price applies to the half marathon itself.
How many runners take part in a UK half marathon?
How many runners take part in a UK half marathon?
A UK half marathon can have fewer than 100 runners or a field of several thousand. The current listings include 100-runner caps at The Rocky Horror Picture Show and Two Tunnels Railway Races, while the Isle of Wight Half Marathon lists 300 participants. The autumn half marathon calendar contains both small independent races and larger events, but organisers don’t always publish field sizes, so there is no reliable national average.