Coventry Festival of Running
About this event
A great event with a huge crowd and some phenomenal sightseeing. The Coventry Half, 5K and Wheelchair 2.5 race is one of the classics on the running calendar. There truly is something here for everyone so get down to the starting line and crush that PB.
Raceday details
Your organiser
Coventry University Student Union pulls together a series of awesome events to raise money for charities and motivate people to stay healthy.
How to enter
Tickets available until Fri Oct 29 2021
What's included:
- Finisher's medal
- Technical t-shirt
- Clearly marked course
- First aid on-hand
- Chip timed results
Half Marathon
Run 13.1mi
5k
Run 5km
Wheelchair 2.5k
Run 2.5km
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Frequently asked questions
Can I resell my Coventry Half Marathon ticket?
No, your race number is individual to you and cannot be resold or transferred. You must wear it clearly on the front of your shirt and the emergency information must be filled out.… read moreIs the Coventry Festival of Running chip timed?
Yes, these races are chip timed and they are fixed to your race number so please ensure you attach your race number to the front of your shirt.… read moreHow can I get my race results from the Coventry Festival of Running?
All race results will be posted on the Coventry website and be found at - www.enjoycoventry.com/festivalofrunning… read moreYou may also like
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Route description
Route description
This classic course takes runners past some of the most historic landmarks in the city, out through the country lanes before leading runners right back down towards Coventry Cathedral.
A beautiful course for all participants. Whether starting with a brief 5k run or going whole-hog with the Half Marathon you are bound to enjoy this race.
Schedule
08:30 Half Marathon Start
09:00 5k & Wheelchair 2.5k Start
Please allow plenty of time to get down to the race so you can find parking, get registered and warm up in time for your event.
Thousands of spectators turn up for this event and it makes for an incredible atmosphere so drag your friends and family to Coventry, or better yet - sign them up.
University Square, Coventry CV1, UK
Get directionsBy Train
Coventry Railway Station in Station Square is approximately 20 minute's walk to the Race Village. Check arrival times if you choose to come by train.
By Car
From Birmingham: Use the A45 and A4114
From the North West or M6: From M6 Junction 4 take the A446 south and then A45 and A4114 From M6 Junction 3 take the A444 south From M6 Junction 2 take the A4600
From the South West (M5) or M42: Exit M42 at Junction 6 and take the A45 and then A4114
From the M40: Exit at Junction 15 and take the A46 north
From the South/M1: Exit M1 at Junction 17 and use the M45 and A45
From the North/M1: Exit M1 at Junction 21 and use the M69 and A46
Follow signs for Coventry City Centre; the Race Village is in University Square, next to Coventry Cathedral.
Parking and Road Closures
There are many car parks in Coventry city centre, the vast majority of which are within a 5 – 10 minute walk of the Race Village, by the Cathedral.
Please note that due to road closures access to White friars Car Park and Grove Street Car Park will be severely restricted so you are advised to avoid these.
All of the car parks above are within a 5-15 minute walk of the Race Village. Drop off and pick up point White Street Coach Park, CV1 4TX Use Ring Road Junction 1 and follow the signs for the drop-off point.
Route description
Route description
This classic course takes runners past some of the most historic landmarks in the city, out through the country lanes before leading runners right back down towards Coventry Cathedral.
A beautiful course for all participants. Whether starting with a brief 5k run or going whole-hog with the Half Marathon you are bound to enjoy this race.
Schedule
08:30 Half Marathon Start
09:00 5k & Wheelchair 2.5k Start
Please allow plenty of time to get down to the race so you can find parking, get registered and warm up in time for your event.
Thousands of spectators turn up for this event and it makes for an incredible atmosphere so drag your friends and family to Coventry, or better yet - sign them up.
University Square, Coventry CV1, UK
Get directionsBy Train
Coventry Railway Station in Station Square is approximately 20 minute's walk to the Race Village. Check arrival times if you choose to come by train.
By Car
From Birmingham: Use the A45 and A4114
From the North West or M6: From M6 Junction 4 take the A446 south and then A45 and A4114 From M6 Junction 3 take the A444 south From M6 Junction 2 take the A4600
From the South West (M5) or M42: Exit M42 at Junction 6 and take the A45 and then A4114
From the M40: Exit at Junction 15 and take the A46 north
From the South/M1: Exit M1 at Junction 17 and use the M45 and A45
From the North/M1: Exit M1 at Junction 21 and use the M69 and A46
Follow signs for Coventry City Centre; the Race Village is in University Square, next to Coventry Cathedral.
Parking and Road Closures
There are many car parks in Coventry city centre, the vast majority of which are within a 5 – 10 minute walk of the Race Village, by the Cathedral.
Please note that due to road closures access to White friars Car Park and Grove Street Car Park will be severely restricted so you are advised to avoid these.
All of the car parks above are within a 5-15 minute walk of the Race Village. Drop off and pick up point White Street Coach Park, CV1 4TX Use Ring Road Junction 1 and follow the signs for the drop-off point.