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Take in Hampton Court Palace and the beautiful town of Thames Ditton in this quick half marathon. Ideal for all levels of runner, this is the perfect event to work into your marathon training plan. Come for the stunning scenery and unique finisher's medal.

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Half MarathonView details
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Sun, Feb 15, 2026View logistics
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Thames Ditton, United KingdomView location

Who‘s Attending?

1 community members attending

Where and when

Location

The Pavilion, 1 Atwell Pl, Thames Ditton KT7 0NE, UK

Start times

Sunday, Feb 15, 2026

Half Marathon: 8:30 AM

Event summary

Here are the distances available for Hampton Court Half Marathon 2026

Half Marathon

13.1mi

£39.50

Route information

The original Hampton Court half marathon is back for its 13th instalment in 2026. This is the perfect event to put into your training plan if you're running the Brighton, London & Manchester Marathons.

Runners will enjoy the closed road loop around the picturesque village of Thames Ditton, the historic Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames Marketplace, the iconic three-mile stretch of the Barge Walk beside the Thames and of course full views of Hampton Court Palace where Henry VIII will be waiting to cheer you on.

The course is very flat and runs on pavement, shared pedestrian/cycle track, riverside way, and tarmac paths through parks.

No dogs, accompanying vehicles or cycles are allowed on the course (with the exception of the organiser's lead and tail bikes). The course will be marked at each mile.

Organizer route images

What's included

Bespoke finisher's medal (see image of this years medal)
Finisher's technical t-shirt
Free race photos
Chip-timed results
Super fast, flat course with PB potential and great scenery
Closed roads over the first mile
Professional marshals at all key points of the course
Officially-measured Half Marathon distance
Water stations
Toilets on-site

How to get there

The Pavilion, 1 Atwell Pl, Thames Ditton KT7 0NE, UK

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By Foot

Local runners are advised to jog to the start and drop their kit at the baggage drop.

By Bike

Local runners/keen cyclists are advised to come by bike. There will be plenty of bike racks available near Giggs Hill Green.

By Train

The closest station is Thames Ditton, which is a 10-minute walk from Giggs Hill Green. The station has regular services to London Waterloo and Hampton Court.

By Car

1 Atwell Pl, Thames Ditton KT7 0NE is located in Thames Ditton, and can be accessed via the A309 between Hampton Court Palace and the Kingston bypass. Please note, there is no parking available at this site. this is address is drop off only.

Event day logistics

08:30 Race starts

12:00 Race cut-off

Participants will be set off together but grouped by estimated finish time, ensuring all entrants a clear run on the open, public roads.

*Please arrive at least 60 minutes before the start of your race to allow plenty of time to park, register, collect your race pack, attach your race number, drop your bag, and warm up.

Race Pack

You can collect your pack ahead of race day or on race morning. More details will be emailed to you closer to race day. Please note that nothing will be posted to you. Your race pack will include your race number and timing chip.

Age Requirements

You must be aged 17 and over in order to participate in this event.

Cut-Off Time

The cut-off time for this event is 3 hours and 30 minutes, meaning you must cross the finish line by 12:00. Any runners still on the course at this time will be unsupported.

Aid Stations

There will be. water stations at the following points of the course: Start, 5 miles, 8.5 miles, 11 miles and at the finish.

Bag Drop

There will be a free, secure bag drop facility available to use at Race HQ (1 Atwell Pl, Thames Ditton KT7 0NE). Although this area will be supervised at all times, it is recommended to leave any valuables at home.

On-Site Facilities

Portable toilets will be available at Race HQ. There will also be toilets at the halfway point of the course.

Race Rules

Dogs and any accompanying vehicles or cycles are not allowed on the course.

Unfortunately, this course is not suitable for wheelchairs, prams or pushchairs.