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Half Marathons in the UK
A half marathon is 13.1 miles or 21.1km long. It is a hugely popular distance, and the popularity is only growing. There are over 500 half marathons held in the UK each year, usually in the Spring and Autumn to make the most of the clement weather. Most events are held in big cities, and give a great opportunity to take in major landmarks while exercising. The Great North Run is the world's largest half-marathon, with over 57,000 runners each year. Other events can take you out into the stunning scenery of the UK's countryside, on rugged trails in national parks or along coastal paths. There are sure to be breathtaking views to take your mind off the running! People running their first half-marathon might want to aim for under 2 hours, while those who are experienced runners can set themselves the prestigious challenge of running a half marathon in under an hour and a half (90 minutes). A half-marathon tends to burn anywhere between 1,000 and 2,000 calories, so it's a great workout.
Sunday, 10 Sept 2023
AJ Bell Great North Run 2023
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
half marathon
Saturday, 30 Sept 2023
AJ Bell Great Scottish Run 2023
Glasgow, Glasgow City
half marathon, 10k
(36 reviews)
Sunday, 21 May 2023
AJ Bell Great Manchester Run 2023
Manchester, Greater Manchester
half marathon, 10k
(514 reviews)
Sunday, 5 Mar 2023
TTP Cambridge Half Marathon
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
half marathon
(5 reviews)
Sunday, 14 May 2023
AJ Bell Great Bristol Run 2023
Bristol, Bristol City
half marathon, 10k
Sunday, 7 May 2023
AJ Bell Great Birmingham Run 2023
Birmingham, West Midlands
half marathon, 5k
(197 reviews)
Sunday, 12 Mar 2023
RunThrough Surrey Half
Woking, Surrey
half marathon, 5k, marathon
Sunday, 26 Mar 2023
Official Hampton Court Palace Half Marathon
Molesey, Greater London
half marathon
(98 reviews)
Sunday, 5 Feb 2023
The Wigley Group Warwick Half Marathon
Warwick, Warwickshire
half marathon
Sunday, 5 Feb 2023
RunThrough Victoria Park 5k, 10k and Half Marathon - February
London, Greater London
half marathon, 10k, 5k
(1 reviews)
Sunday, 3 Sept 2023
Run Cheltenham
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
half marathon, 10k
Sunday, 21 May 2023
The Elysium Healthcare Great West Run 2023
Exeter, Devon
half marathon, 10k
Sunday, 12 Feb 2023
Run Aintree 5k, 10k & Half Marathon - February
Liverpool, Merseyside
5k, 10k, half marathon
(16 reviews)
Sunday, 12 Feb 2023
Running GP at Goodwood Motor Circuit - February
Chichester, West Sussex
5k, 10k, half marathon, marathon, ultramarathon
(10 reviews)
Sunday, 19 Feb 2023
RunThrough Birmingham Running Festival - February
The Royal Town of Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands
5k, 10k, half marathon
(37 reviews)
Sunday, 5 Mar 2023
London Half Marathon at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park 2023
London, Greater London
half marathon, 10k
Sunday, 26 Mar 2023
Hastings Half Marathon
Saint Leonards, East Sussex
half marathon
(7 reviews)
Sunday, 19 Feb 2023
Hendy Tunbridge Wells Half Marathon
Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
half marathon
(70 reviews)
Saturday, 4 Mar 2023
RunThrough Greenwich 5k, 10k & Half Marathon - March
London, Greater London
10k, 5k, half marathon
Saturday, 11 Mar 2023
RunThrough Battersea Park Half Marathon - March 2023
London, Greater London
half marathon
(4 reviews)
Sunday, 30 Apr 2023
RunThrough Gateshead Half Marathon & 10k 2023
Gateshead, Tyne and Wear
half marathon, 10k
Sunday, 15 Oct 2023
Oxford Half Marathon 2023
Oxford, Oxfordshire
half marathon
Saturday, 4 Feb 2023
Jurassic Express Half Marathon
Swanage, Dorset
half marathon, 10 miles
About half marathons in the UK
Half marathons are the among the most popular running events in the United Kingdom. A half marathon is a running race, usually taking place on roads (rather than trails), over a distance of 13.1 miles (21.1km). There are over 500 half marathons happening in the UK every year, including the largest half marathon in the world, the Great North Run which takes place in Newcastle in September and attracts more than 57,000 runners. If you're looking to make the jump to the full 26.2 miles, check out our list of UK marathons, or if you're after something shorter or want a training race, here is our calendar of 10k runs.
Frequently asked questions
For something more local, there are hundreds of smaller races all over the country organised by local running clubs and race directors.
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