Hero Half Marathon

Sat, Jun 14, 2025
Padfield Main Rd, Hadfield
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Tackle this fantastic Hero Half Marathon to see Tameside at its finest. This great mixed-rain course will ensure the course is challenging but also fun. This race is perfect for beginners or seasoned half marathoners. Participants are treated to fantastic views and a supportive atmosphere throughout.

Half Marathon

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Sat, Jun 14, 2025

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Hadfield, United Kingdom

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Where and when

Location
Padfield Main Rd, Hadfield, Glossop SK13, UK
Start times
Half Marathon: 10:00 AM

Event summary

Here are the distances available for Hero Half Marathon
Half Marathon
13.1mi
£7

Route information

This out and back race takes runners on a journey along the Longdendale Trail. This disused railway provides runners with good terrain, creating a great opportunity to push for a personal best time. When you finally reach the end of the trail near the Woodhead Tunnel, you will turn back and return along the same pathway towards the finishing line. The course will have distance markers every mile and there will be a water station around halfway and one at the finish.

What's included

  • Chip-timed results
  • Water stations
  • Fully-marked route
  • Closed roads
  • Onsite car parking
  • Massage
  • Prizes for top male and female finishers

How to get there

Padfield Main Rd, Hadfield, Glossop SK13, UK
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By Car
The event HQ is situated just north of Hadfield and can be accessed from the A628.
Parking
There will parking available on site but you are advised to arrive at Rough Fields, Padfield Main Road early to ensure you secure your parking space.
By Train
Hadfield Train Station provides excellent access to the event HQ.

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Event day logistics

08:00 - 08:30 Suggested arrival time
09:00 - 09:30 Athlete village opens
09:45 Warm-up
10:00 Half Marathon starts
13:00 Results released
Age Restrictions
Runners must be at least 17 years old to take part.
Arrival
Please arrive at the venue early to make sure you secure a parking space, and to allow plenty of time to get ready for the race.
Massage
There will be massages available at the race village, provided by the organisers race sponsor.

FAQs

What time should I arrive?
The organiser suggests you arrive at least 45 minutes before the race to give you plenty of time to park and get ready for the race.
Will there be parking on-site?
There is parking but only limited availability so please arrive early if you wish to secure a space.
Will there be water stations?
Yes, water will be available in the middle and finish of the event.

Reviews

4.5
47 reviews
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Results & Photos

33 Broadwick St, London W1F 0DQ

Reg number 10083277

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