There are so many brilliant homegrown races here in the UK, we’ve listed our favourites below.

This is because, with a goal like a half marathon, it’s crucial to build up your endurance and mileage gradually – otherwise, you’re at greater risk of injury, and no one wants that. Whether this is your first half marathon or your 13th, both our beginner and improver half marathon training plans recommend you take around 12 weeks to properly prepare your body for the distance. How long does it take to train for a half marathon? Tempted to enter a half marathon in 2023? Keep scrolling for the RW-approved races to enter. Most half marathons tend to take place during the spring or autumn – which either means you’ll be training in the depth of winter or height of summer. Whether you’re an old hand or new to racing, running 13.1 miles is a challenging, yet completely attainable goal for most, and can bring great structure to your training year. Perfect for a PB.ġ lap 5k, 2 lap 10k, 4 lap half marathon.We love a half marathon. The course is mostly tarmac, with some sections of gravel and soft surface. Running within and around the horse racing circuit this really is an event like no other, so channel your inner jockey and take on a chip timed 5k, 10k or Half Marathon around this inspiring venue.Įach Mile will be accurately marked out and we will have plenty of helpers to keep you quite literally on track and encourage you all the way to the finish line.Ĭome and enjoy the day with us we hope to see you there!Ī flat 5k loop within the grounds of Cheltenham Racecourse, with spectacular views of the surrounding area. This event offers you the unique opportunity to run a 5k, 10k or Half Marathon around the famous Cheltenham Racecourse! Bring your kids along to join in the fun with our kids race, to make a fun day out for the entire family! Come and join us for the Cheltenham Running Festival on Sunday 11th June 2023 in support of the Cheltenham & Gloucester Hospitals Charity!

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