United Kingdom · Road running
United Kingdom road half marathons
The UK’s road half marathons range from Newcastle’s mass start to Bath’s city streets and Belfast’s neighbourhoods. Compare 13.1-mile races across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, with dates, entry routes, course information and previous results. Half the marathon distance still deserves a full training plan; the medal rarely checks how sensible your pacing was.
6 race guides · 21.0975 km / 13.1 miles · Dates through 2027
Upcoming half marathon dates
Find road half marathons taking place between now and the end of 2027. Compare the location and approximate field, then open a race guide for entry options, course maps and previous results. Runner numbers refer to the year shown; Unknown means a reliable estimate is not available.
| Date | Half marathon | City / location | County / area | Approximate field |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bath Half Marathon | Bath | SomersetEngland | Unknown | |
| Great North Run | Newcastle upon Tyne to South Shields | Tyne and WearEngland | About 63,000Organiser-reported participants · 2026 |
Race dates TBC (4)
- Cardiff Half Marathon · Cardiff, Wales — TBC — awaiting confirmation
- Great Scottish Run Half Marathon · Glasgow, Glasgow City, Scotland — TBC — awaiting confirmation
- Royal Parks Half Marathon · London, Greater London, England — TBC — awaiting confirmation
- Belfast City Half Marathon · Belfast, Antrim / Down, Northern Ireland — TBC — awaiting confirmation
Choosing a road half marathon in United Kingdom
Compare the route, entry requirements and recent field before choosing your 13.1 miles. Use the location directory below to narrow the journey, then open a race guide for the organiser’s course map and race-day instructions.
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Newcastle upon Tyne to South Shields, Tyne and Wear, England
Great North Run
A road course from Newcastle to South Shields. Study the organiser’s route guide and travel arrangements for the separate start and finish.
Course: Point to point
Entry routes: Ballot · Charity places
Great North Run guideBath, Somerset, England
Bath Half Marathon
A road race on traffic-free streets in Bath. Use the current course page for the detailed route and start arrangements.
Course: City road course
Entry routes: Direct entry · Charity places
Bath Half Marathon guideCardiff, Wales
Cardiff Half Marathon
The organiser describes a flat, fast course around Cardiff. Consult the official route map for the current roads, landmarks and finish area.
Course: Predominantly flat
Entry routes: Ballot · Charity and international entry
Cardiff Half Marathon guideGlasgow, Glasgow City, Scotland
Great Scottish Run Half Marathon
A Glasgow city road race. The organiser’s half-marathon route map gives the current start, finish and road-closure information.
Course: City road course
Entry routes: Direct entry
Great Scottish Run Half Marathon guideLondon, Greater London, England
Royal Parks Half Marathon
A central London road-running event using streets and park paths. Follow the official route link for the current course.
Course: City streets and park paths
Entry routes: Official entry announcements
Royal Parks Half Marathon guideBelfast, Antrim / Down, Northern Ireland
Belfast City Half Marathon
The organiser’s half-marathon guide describes a route starting and finishing on Ormeau Embankment and visiting all four areas of Belfast.
Course: City road course
Entry routes: Direct entry
Belfast City Half Marathon guideCommon questions
Which road half marathons are included in this United Kingdom guide?
This AthRecs guide includes 6 road half marathons in the United Kingdom, including Great North Run, Bath Half Marathon, Cardiff Half Marathon, Great Scottish Run Half Marathon, Royal Parks Half Marathon. Open a race guide for its course, entry options, dates and previous results.
When are the next road half marathons in the United Kingdom?
The next confirmed dates in this guide are Bath Half Marathon on 14 Mar 2027; Great North Run on 12 Sept 2027. All dates are local to the race.
How do I enter a road half marathon in the United Kingdom?
Open an individual race guide to compare its entry methods and eligibility rules. Follow the official entry links for registration windows, qualifying requirements, fees and available places.
How can I compare road half marathon courses in the United Kingdom?
Use the course summaries to compare terrain, surface and start-to-finish arrangements, then open the individual guide for official maps. A net-downhill course is not necessarily flat, and a road race may include paved paths or a track finish. Check the receiving event’s rules if you need a qualifying time.
Are the approximate fields the number of people who entered?
Each figure states its basis and year. Entrants, starters and finishers are different counts; a previous finishing field is a guide to scale, not an entry total or a guaranteed future field. Figures are approximate, and Unknown means a reliable estimate is not available. They are not multi-year averages unless explicitly described that way.
Where can I find past race and category results?
Each race guide links to the organiser’s results. Choose the correct distance and edition to find a runner or published category standings.