Two smiling women run a park race, waving and flashing a peace sign as other runners follow behind.

Fast & Flat Half Marathons

With world records dropping all over the place this week it's time to see what you're made of. The right course is key if you're chasing a PB. Here's six half marathons offering fast, flat routes perfect for hitting your next big goal.

Victoria Park Half Marathon, 10k & 5k

Join us for the Victoria Park Half Marathon, 10k & 5k on 12th December 2026 Start your year with a PB-friendly race in one of East London’s most loved parks. The route follows smooth park paths through open lawns and tree-lined avenues, making pacing straightforward and supporter viewing easy. Wheth...

London

Victoria Park Half Marathon, 10k & 5k

4.7

from £30.00

Great Manchester Run 10k & Half

The AJ Bell Great Manchester Run is back on Sunday 26 May 2024. The Great Manchester Run is the city’s original and best-loved running event. And in true Mancunian style, it’s a party from start to finish, with a high-energy soundtrack, live music and entertainment zones at every turn – plus, some o...

Manchester

Great Manchester Run 10k & Half

4.9

Aerial view of a crowded city street filled with participants in a running event. Brightly colored banners and balloons mark the start and finish lines. Tall buildings flanking the street, with a mix of older brick structures and modern high-rises in the background.

Oxford Half Marathon

A fantastic half marathon through the City of Oxford and surrounding countryside on a traffic-free course. A superb route taking in the iconic Oxfordshire scenery, the wonderful landmarks and the 'dreaming spires' of this beautiful City, against the the spectacular backdrop of the River Thames with...

Oxford

Oxford Half Marathon

4.2

A group of runners jogs in front of the Radcliffe Camera, a historic building in Oxford, England. The runners wear athletic attire and appear to be participating in a race or organized run. The sky is overcast, and the architectural details of the building are prominent.

Cheshire Half Marathon

THE CHESHIRE HALF MARATHON RETURNS TO CAPESTHORNE HALL ON SUNDAY 14TH SEPTEMBER 2025 Returning to Capesthorne Hall, this notoriously flat and fast course provides the perfect opportunity to a personal best race over the half marathon distance in 2025. The Cheshire Half starts and finishes outside th...

Macclesfield

Cheshire Half Marathon

4.8

Runners participate in a race on a rural road. A man and woman hold hands, smiling and celebrating as they lead the group. Lush greenery and bushes line the road on both sides. Other runners follow behind, some focused and others cheerful.

Edinburgh Marathon Festival - Half Marathon

Part of the Edinburgh Marathon Festival Weekend, the fast & flat EMF Half Marathon follows the marathon course which was voted the fastest marathon in the UK by Runners World - ideal if it’s your first half marathon or you are looking for a PB. The Edinburgh Half Marathon has sold out every year sin...

Edinburgh

Edinburgh Marathon Festival - Half Marathon

5.0

£47.75

A large group of runners participating in a marathon moves through a city street lined with historic buildings. The scene is lively with participants wearing a mix of vibrant sportswear. The weather appears overcast, with a slight fog in the air.

Battersea Park 5k, 10k & Half Marathon

Join us for the Battersea Park Half Marathon on Saturday 14th November 2026 Back by popular demand, the Battersea Park Half Marathon returns November 2026 for another flat and fast race through one of London’s most scenic parks. Ideal for runners of all abilities, the course consists of multiple lap...

London