Half Marathon races near Newark on Trent

The Lincoln Half Marathon is a 13.1-mile road race in Lincoln, starting at 9:30 am from the Lincolnshire Showground, postcode LN2 2NA. Run For All organises the event, and the race is open to runners of all abilities, not just club or fast runners. The route leaves the showground and heads into the heart of Lincoln, passing Lincoln Castle and Lincoln Cathedral. The event supports Lincoln City Foundation, which works across Lincolnshire on physical, social, and mental wellbeing. Fundraisers can earn a free place by raising at least £100, receive a branded running top, and get two Lincoln City match tickets if they raise £250.

The Worksop Halloween Half Marathon is an autumn half marathon organized by Worksop Harriers, set against the backdrop of Worksop’s proximity to Sherwood Forest. It is a long-standing local event, not just a simple road race, and its Halloween theme adds a festive atmosphere, with participants encouraged to wear costumes. The course winds through Sherwood Forest and Clumber Park on a familiar route. A running magazine recognized it as one of the UK’s top 10 half marathons. The blend of club runners, local participants, and costumed runners distinguishes it from a typical autumn half marathon.

The Nottingham MoRun takes place at Memorial Gardens Riverside on Victoria Embankment, featuring races of 1.5k, 5k, 10k, and a half marathon. As a November running event associated with Movember, the atmosphere is relaxed, encouraging participation from families, friends, and teams, often in costumes or headbands, with many running for a cause. The 1.5k Mini MoRun offers a chip-timed race for children, while adults can select from shorter runs up to a half marathon. The event benefits Movember, the charity focused on raising funds and awareness for prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health, and suicide prevention. Participants can contribute through donations during registration or by creating fundraising pages via Movember or JustGiving. All race distances are chip timed, providing immediate results. Finishers are awarded a MoRun medal and a MoRunning headband, with refreshments available at the finish line. Merchandise, including t-shirts and running vests, can be purchased for those seeking the complete MoRunner appearance.

The Gainsborough 10k & Half Marathon is a November road-running event based at Sturgate Airfield near Gainsborough in Lincolnshire. The half marathon starts first in the morning, with the 10K setting off shortly after, so runners can choose between a shorter race and a full half marathon on the same day. Both races use road-closed, single-lap routes on flat roads, which makes the event straightforward for first-timers and useful for runners chasing an even pace. The route leaves the airfield for quiet country roads, then passes open farmland and village stretches before coming back to a village finish. Every kilometre is marked with distance flags, and marshals are posted around the course to guide runners and cheer them in. Entry includes chip timing, free race photos, post-race goodies, and a themed medal, so the setup feels practical without being overcomplicated.

Derby MoRun is a November running event held in Markeaton Park, Derby. It offers 5k, 10k, and half marathon distances, plus a 1.5k Mini MoRun for children. This event is part of the MoRunning series, which connects races across the country to support Movember fundraising and awareness. The routes are contained within Markeaton Park, focusing the day on a single Derby park instead of a point-to-point road race. The event is designed for everyday runners, families, children, and friends. MoBros, MoSistas, and Mini MoRunners are encouraged to participate, raise funds for Movember, and wear MoRunning attire like tees and running vests. The Mini MoRun for children is also chip timed.

The Derby MoRun is a November running event held at Markeaton Park in Derby. It starts at 09:30 on a Saturday and offers distances for various runners. Adults can select the 5k, 10k, or half marathon, and children can participate in the 1.5k Mini MoRun, which is fully chip-timed. This event is part of the larger MoRunning series and connects the day's runs to Movember, the men's health charity that addresses prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health, and suicide prevention. The course is situated within Markeaton Park, near Ashbourne Road and Queensway. This keeps the event in a single, accessible Derby park location, avoiding a city-wide route. The event is designed for everyday runners, families, children, friends, first-time participants, and those aiming for a timed personal best. All finishers get a MoRunning medal and headband, along with refreshments. The Movember theme extends to the prizes, with bonus medals for the fastest MoBro and MoSista, and special awards for best dressed, best moustache, and other Movember-themed efforts. Participants can also contribute through donations during registration or by setting up fundraising pages via Movember or JustGiving.

Vigilantes Cleethorpes Marathon is a low-key running weekend held at Haven Holidays Cleethorpes Beach holiday park in Humberston, at the eastern end of Cleethorpes. It takes place over a November weekend, featuring full marathons on both days with a mass start at 9am, and an option to start early. Relay teams participate in the Saturday marathon, and a multi-terrain half marathon runs concurrently with the marathon on both days. The marathon route follows flat, quiet, lapped roads within the out-of-season holiday park, experiencing minimal traffic and offering generous cut-offs. An aid station is positioned approximately every 3.7 miles, set up like picnic tables rather than a sports lab. Offerings include water, cola, crisps, nuts, cake, and Darren’s wife’s brownie, with many vegan brownies available. Participants receive a bespoke medal, a goody bag containing crisps, chocolate, and drinks, and beer is available at the event. Free parking is provided on the caravan park. Rail travel requires planning as Sunday trains do not arrive in time for the race start.

The Clowne Half Marathon is a 13.1-mile road race in Clowne, Derbyshire, held in November on an undulating one-lap course. It begins at The Arc Leisure Centre on High Street and concludes at Clowne Community Centre, meaning participants do not finish where they started. Organisers transport bags from the start's secure baggage area to the finish after the race begins. The route departs Clowne centre, winds through nearby villages, and returns to town for the finish. The race employs chip timing, features water and distance markers, and has an entry limit of 900. Participants receive the event's hoody, and £1 from each entry supports the Tiny Tim Trust. Race headquarters are at The Arc, though parking is off-site and changing facilities at the start are limited, with no showers available.

The Keyworth Turkey Trot is a December half marathon held in Keyworth, a village eight miles southeast of Nottingham. Organized by the 1st Keyworth Scout Group, it is a staple of the local winter running schedule, attracting many returning participants annually. The race is for adults only, with a three-hour time limit, requiring entrants to maintain an average pace of approximately 14 minutes per mile. The course winds through the countryside of the South Nottinghamshire Wolds and is managed like a well-organized club event, featuring clear route markings, marshals, and three aid stations. First aid is available at the start-finish area and along the course. Awards are presented to the top three overall finishers, age-category winners, the leading local runners, and the first team of three, in addition to random spot prizes. The village facilities are also convenient, offering free parking, restrooms, gear storage, refreshments, running equipment vendors, pre- and post-race massage services, and an indoor area for spectators with entertainment. All finishers receive a hot or cold beverage and post-race snacks.

The ATW Nottingham Holme Run in December takes place at the National Water Sports Centre in Nottingham, on the regatta lake site. Organised by ATW Events, the course is a traffic-free, flat tarmac route, suitable for runners aiming for a fast time or those seeking a simple, low-stress run. It is licensed by UK Athletics, with officially measured distances and chip-timed results published on Power of 10. The route circles the regatta lake on smooth paths, free from road crossings or vehicle traffic. The event includes ATW's standard race-day additions: custom medals, free event photos, and refreshments at the finish. A free fun run for families takes place before the half marathon, requiring no prior booking. Alzheimer’s Research UK is the partner charity, with options to donate or fundraise during entry.