Inverness Half Marathon
About this event
The Inverness Half Marathon is a perfect spring race to keep you motivated through the winter months. With a 5k on offer too, a warm highland welcomes everyone as they cross the finish line. Come for the charming views, an amazing medal, and a great atmosphere.
Raceday details
How to enter
Tickets available until Mon May 03 2021
What's included:
- Finisher's technical t-shirt*
- Finisher's medal
- Event giveaway
- Electronic timing
- Downloadable finisher's certificate*
- Water stations along the route and at the finish
- Marshalled event
* = only Marathon entry includes
Half Marathon
Run 13.1mi
5k
Run 5km
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Frequently asked questions
How old must I be to compete in either of the races?
Participants must be 17 and over on race day to enter the Half Marathon, while the 5k is open to all ages. Any children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by a paying adult.… read moreAre there elite entries on offer for the Inverness Half Marathon?
The Inverness Half Marathon offers a limited number of free entries for elite runners who have achieved the standards specified within the 24 months prior to the 2021 race. If you have achieved these standards and are interested in taking part in the race, please email [email protected] stating your name, age, email address, club name and details of where and when you have achieved the standards. Applications will be considered up to 3 May 2021, but only a limited number of places are available and these will be allocated on a first come basis.… read moreHow many drinks stations will there be at the Inverness Half Marathon?
There are 4 water stations on the course located at 3, 6, 9 and 11.5 miles and water will also be available at the finish line.… read moreYou may also like
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Route description
Route description
Half Marathon Route
The Inverness Half Marathon take runners along Bishops Road, Ness Walk, and Ardross Street following the river.
The route follows across Ness Bridge through the centre of town and then under Inverness Castle. The route then continues south past Ness Bank and Island Bank Road/Dores Road (B862).
The route turns left onto Torbreck road, a quiet and rural road, before heading back into the residential areas of Lochardil and Drummond.
Runners will turn right at the Holm roundabout and go back towards the centre of Inverness, across Ness Bridge and along the river to the finish line at Queens Park Stadium.
5k Route
The route starts riverside at Bught Park and follows scenic river views along the River Ness before crossing the bridge to the centre of town. Runners will then be taken underneath Inverness Castle and south along Ness Bank. Crossing the river once more, the route travels via the picturesque Ness Islands to finish at Queens Park Stadium.
Schedule
09:30 - 12:00 Registration open
12:30 Start of Inverness Half Marathon
12:40 Start of Inverness 5K
12:55 5K winner expected at finish
13:35 Half Marathon winner expected at finish
14:45 Half Marathon Prize-giving in Sports Hall
Race numbers will be posted on the website after the entry closing date. You will receive an email when this happens.
Half marathon runners are not required to attend pre-race registration as race packs (including race number with timing chip and baggage label) will be sent in April/May.
*5k runners should attend registration on Sunday to collect their race number.
There are a number of volunteer roles available to help on the day.
Please email [email protected] for more information.
Inverness IV3 5SS, UK
Get directionsEvent Centre: Inverness Sports Centre, Bught Ln, Inverness IV3 5SS
Start Address: Bught Road, approx. 500m from the Leisure Centre and parallel to River Ness
Finish Address: Queens Park Stadium, Inverness Sports Centre, Bught Ln, Inverness IV3 5SS
Parking
Limited parking will be available at Inverness Sports Centre and Highland Council car parks (charges apply) so it is recommended that you:
- Park away from the event site and walk
- Use public transport where possible
- Car share where possible
Route description
Route description
Half Marathon Route
The Inverness Half Marathon take runners along Bishops Road, Ness Walk, and Ardross Street following the river.
The route follows across Ness Bridge through the centre of town and then under Inverness Castle. The route then continues south past Ness Bank and Island Bank Road/Dores Road (B862).
The route turns left onto Torbreck road, a quiet and rural road, before heading back into the residential areas of Lochardil and Drummond.
Runners will turn right at the Holm roundabout and go back towards the centre of Inverness, across Ness Bridge and along the river to the finish line at Queens Park Stadium.
5k Route
The route starts riverside at Bught Park and follows scenic river views along the River Ness before crossing the bridge to the centre of town. Runners will then be taken underneath Inverness Castle and south along Ness Bank. Crossing the river once more, the route travels via the picturesque Ness Islands to finish at Queens Park Stadium.
Schedule
09:30 - 12:00 Registration open
12:30 Start of Inverness Half Marathon
12:40 Start of Inverness 5K
12:55 5K winner expected at finish
13:35 Half Marathon winner expected at finish
14:45 Half Marathon Prize-giving in Sports Hall
Race numbers will be posted on the website after the entry closing date. You will receive an email when this happens.
Half marathon runners are not required to attend pre-race registration as race packs (including race number with timing chip and baggage label) will be sent in April/May.
*5k runners should attend registration on Sunday to collect their race number.
There are a number of volunteer roles available to help on the day.
Please email [email protected] for more information.
Inverness IV3 5SS, UK
Get directionsEvent Centre: Inverness Sports Centre, Bught Ln, Inverness IV3 5SS
Start Address: Bught Road, approx. 500m from the Leisure Centre and parallel to River Ness
Finish Address: Queens Park Stadium, Inverness Sports Centre, Bught Ln, Inverness IV3 5SS
Parking
Limited parking will be available at Inverness Sports Centre and Highland Council car parks (charges apply) so it is recommended that you:
- Park away from the event site and walk
- Use public transport where possible
- Car share where possible