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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
Essar Chester Half Marathon
Chester, CheshireEdinburgh Marathon Festival - Half Marathon
Edinburgh, MidlothianRame Head Race
Mount Edgecumbe, Cremyl, Torpoint, PL10 1HXBath & Bristol Railway Races; 50km, Marathon, 25km, Half, 10km & 2km Fun Run
Bath, AvonAEPG Great Eastern Run
Peterborough, CambridgeshireHampton Court Palace Half Marathon Presented by Nuun
East Molesey, Greater LondonRunning GP at Goodwood Motor Circuit October
Chichester, West SussexWest Coast Half Marathon
Preston, LancashireChelmsford Marathon & Half Marathon
Central Park, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 0FQ.Yorkshire Weekend Saunter in Brighouse
Brighouse to be confirmedCARSINGTON WATER HALF MARATHON & 10K
DerbyshireTop Gun 40th Anniversary Marathons & Half Marathons
Milton Keynes, BuckinghamshireOld Mother Shipton's Soft Shoe Shuffle
Knaresborough North Yorkshire, HG5 8DPPhoenix South Wales - Aberfan Memorial Run
Merthyr Tydfil, Mid GlamorganHenley Half Marathon
Henley-on-Thames, OxfordshireMacclesfield Running Festival
Macclesfield, CheshireThe Halloween 7in7
Ross-on-Wye, HerefordshireStreet Child Sierra Leone Marathon & Cycle Challenge 2026
Bombali, NorthernLee Valley Velo Park - October
London, Greater LondonBATTERSEA PARK RUNNING FESTIVAL
LondonMonsal Trail October Half Marathon & 10k Weekend
Bakewell Station, Bakewell, Derbyshire DE45 1GEAndover Half Marathon & 12km
14-4 High St, Andover SP10 1LJPumpkin Plod: 5k,10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon & ultra-marathon
Ferry Meadows, Ham Lane, Peterborough, PE2 5UUWight Lines
Hordle Cliff West, Cliff Rd, Milford on Sea, SO41 0NTRosliston Rumble: Weekend Edition – Autumn 2026
Swadlincote, DerbyshireHubble Bubble & Ghostly 1 Mile
Leeds/Liverpool Canal, Wyther Lane, Kirkstall Leeds, LS5 3BTSpooky Challenge Day 1
Bridestow, DevonRunning GP Oulton Park Races
Tarporley, Cheshire West and ChesterGainsborough Morton 10k & Half Marathon
Gainsborough, Morton, LincolnshireWITTERING BEACH RUN
Chichester, West Wittering, West SussexBirmingham Running Festival
Sutton Coldfield, West MidlandsSpooky Challenge Day 2
Bridestow, DevonATW Bedford 10k & Half Marathon
Russell Park, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 3RHHertfordshire Half Marathon & 10k
Knebworth, HertfordshireEnigma Fireworks Marathons & Half Marathons
Milton Keynes, BuckinghamshireSOUTH DOWNS TRAIL RUN
Chichester, West SussexBeacons Ultra, Marathon & Half Marathon
Brecon, PowysSwinsty & Fewston Lakeside Dash
Swinsty & Fewston Reservoir Car Park, North Lane, Otley, LS21 2NPATW Remembrance Runs
Debden Airfield, Carver Barracks, Water Ln, Wimbish, Saffron Walden CB10 2YARemembrance Run 2026 - South
Wraysbury Skiff and Punting Club, Riverside, Egham, TW20 0AEH&T Running: Remembrance Sunday 2026
Colchester, EssexRemembrance Run 2026 - North East
Durham Amateur Rowing Club, Green Ln, Old Elvet, Durham, DH1 3JURemembrance Run: 5k,10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon & ultra-marathon
Ferry Meadows, Ham Lane, Peterborough, PE2 5UUHalf Marathon FAQs
How long is a half marathon?
How long is a half marathon?
Half marathon races 21 kilometres, 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 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.