Run Northumberland Half Marathon 2026

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The RUN NORTHUMBERLAND HALF MARATHON takes in the route of the popular 10 mile race which is popular with both club and none club runners in the North East.
Parking is close to the start and registration is in Matfen Village Hall.

Half Marathon

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Sun, Mar 15, 2026

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Matfen, United Kingdom

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Where and when

Location
Matfen Village Hall, Matfen, Newcastle upon Tyne NE20 0RP, UK
Start times
Half Marathon: 9:30 AM

Event summary

Here are the distances available for Run Northumberland Half Marathon 2026
Half Marathon
13km
£25 - £27

Route information

The route starts around the village of Matfen. For those of you who know our Matfen BIG 10 miler, the route will be familiar but avoids the hills of the 10k route. With one small 5k loop through the start/finish area then following the 2 lap (10 miler) undulating course that finishes on the village by-pass near the start area.
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What's included

  • Bespoke finisher's medal
  • Optional event T-shirt (additional cost of £12)
  • Individual and team prizes
  • Water station
  • Toilets
  • Bag drop
  • Distance markers

How to get there

Matfen Village Hall, Matfen, Newcastle upon Tyne NE20 0RP, UK
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Parking
There is a car park opposite Matfen Hall available for use.

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Event day logistics

08:00 - 09:25 Registration opens
9:30: Race Starts
More detailed race instructions and information will be emailed to participants 3 days before the event.
Race Packs
All race packs including numbers and chips must be collected on the day from race HQ. Nothing will be sent out in advance to participants.
Cut-Off Times
As a guideline, runners should aim to finish their 10k in under 1 hour 30 minutes.
Registration
Registration will take place at the Village Hall near to the start line where you will collect your race packs.
Age Requirements
All entrants must be 15 and older to enter the 10k.

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33 Broadwick St, London W1F 0DQ

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