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Half Marathon races near Swindon
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Upcoming Half Marathon races near Swindon
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5JUL
Run · trail · Half Marathon
Chiltern Ridge Trail Half Marathon
Aylesbury · 74 km away
JUL 4
10JUL
Run · trail · Half Marathon
Maverick Chilterns Trail
Bucks · 68 km away
12JUL
Run · trail · Half Marathon
Compton Verney Half Marathon & 10K
Compton Verney · 70 km away
26JUL
Run · road · Half Marathon
Run Dorney Lake Half Marathon, 10k & 5k - July
Windsor · 78 km away
26JUL
Run · trail · Half Marathon
Maidenhead Trail Run July 2026
Maidenhead SL6 8SP · 74 km away
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AUG 10
2AUG
Run · road · Half Marathon
Sturminster Newton Half Marathon
Dorset · 80 km away
8AUG
Run · road · Half Marathon
Run Dorney Lake Half Marathon, 10k & 5k - August
Windsor SL4 · 78 km away
9AUG
Run · road · Half Marathon
Bath Two Tunnels Railway Races - August 2026
Bath BA2 1LX · 47 km away
9AUG
Run · road · Half Marathon
Newbury Racecourse 5K, 10K & Half Marathon August
RG14 7PN · 38 km away
16AUG
Run · road · Half Marathon
Frome Running Festival
Frome · 51 km away
16AUG
Run · road · Half Marathon
Two Tunnels Railway Races (Ultra, Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km, 5km, Colourburst)
Bath · 54 km away
16AUG
Run · road · Half Marathon
South West Spartan Event Weekend
Badminton · 35 km away
22AUG
Run · road · Half Marathon
Wendover Woods Running Festival August
Tring HP22 5NQ · 78 km away
30AUG
Run · road · Half Marathon
Cheltenham Half Marathon
Cheltenham · 43 km away
30AUG
Run · trail · Half Marathon
Henley River - 10k & Half Marathon
Henley-on-Thames · 61 km away
SEP 14
5SEP
Run · road · Half Marathon
Henley River Half Marathon & 10K September
Henley-on-Thames RG9 3DB · 62 km away
6SEP
Run · road · Half Marathon
Westonbirt Arboretum Half, 10km, 5km & 1 Mile Fun Run
Tetbury · 27 km away
12SEP
Run · road · Half Marathon
Stratford's Big 10K & Half Marathon
Stratford upon Avon · 70 km away
13SEP
Run · road · Half Marathon
Thames Trot
Oxford · 42 km away
13SEP
Run · road · Half Marathon
Farnham Pilgrim Marathon & Half Marathon
Surrey · 80 km away
13SEP
Run · road · Half Marathon
Stratfords Big 10K & Half Marathon
Stratford-upon-Avon · 70 km away
13SEP
Run · road · Half Marathon
Chippenham Half Marathon
Wiltshire · 26 km away
19SEP
Run · trail · Half Marathon
Badminton Trail Runs
nr Chipping Sodbury · 42 km away
20SEP
Run · road · Half Marathon
Run Cheltenham
Cheltenham · 42 km away
20SEP
Run · road · Half Marathon
Winchester Half Marathon
Winchester · 65 km away
26SEP
Run · road · Half Marathon
Run Dorney Lake Marathon, Half Marathon, 10k & 5k - September
Windsor SL4 6QL · 78 km away
27SEP
Run · trail · Half Marathon
The One on the Trail Marlow
Marlow SL7 · 70 km away
27SEP
Run · trail · Half Marathon
Forest of Dean Autumn Half Marathon
Forest of Dean · 58 km away
27SEP
Run · road · Half Marathon
Swindon Half Marathon
Swindon SN3 1PT · 3 km away
Swindon · 80 km
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Recurring Half Marathon races near Swindon
Races that repeat — weekly, monthly or yearly
Run Dorney Lake Half Marathon, 10k & 5k - October
Run at Dorney Lake. The flat course circles the lake, where GB's Olympic rowers train. It's a great run for all levels, whether you're aiming for a PB or just want a finisher's medal.
Southampton Half Marathon & 10K
The Southampton Half Marathon, 10K & Junior race begins and ends next to Saint Mary's Stadium, providing a clear football-ground landmark from the start. This autumn city-street event offers three distances: a half marathon, a 10K, and a junior race. The half marathon starts first, the 10K follows later in the morning, and the juniors run around midday. The format suits runners aiming for a personal best, and it also functions as a family race day, as the shorter and junior options involve more participants.
The half marathon course consists of two laps, the 10K uses one lap, and the junior race is one lap of Saint Mary's Stadium. The roads are described as smooth, with each kilometre indicated by distance flags and marshals positioned along the route to guide runners and offer encouragement. Entries include chip timing, complimentary race photos, post-race treats, and a themed medal, covering essential race-day provisions without exclusively targeting serious club runners.
Phillips Law Basingstoke Half Marathon, 10k & 5k
The Phillips Law Basingstoke Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K offer runners three distances on a single autumn race day in Basingstoke. Destination Basingstoke organizes the event, sponsored by Phillips Law. The setup accommodates half-marathon participants, shorter-distance racers, corporate teams, families, volunteers, charities, and local businesses.
The available facts do not provide a detailed route, but they indicate a strong community and workplace focus. Team Phillips has supported the Basingstoke Running Festival for over ten years, with its runners participating in both the Half Marathon corporate team category and the Corporate 10K. The festival also raises funds for local charities, such as The Pink Place, which supports individuals affected by cancer.
Southampton Half Marathon & 10K October 2026
The Southampton Half Marathon & 10K starts and finishes by Saint Mary’s Stadium, providing a clear football-ground base on the edge of the city centre. This is an autumn road-running event featuring a half marathon, a 10K, and a juniors race. The longer races begin in the morning, with the juniors running around midday.
The half marathon covers two laps, while the 10K is one lap. Runners follow a straightforward city-street course with distance markers in both kilometres and miles. Marshals are stationed at key points along the route. Chip timing and free race photos are included. The finish area hosts an event village offering food, drink, partner goodies, medals, and an optional event T-shirt.
Oxford Half Marathon
The Oxford Half Marathon is a 13.1-mile race held in Oxford each October, utilizing a fast, flat course. It is suitable for both novice half-marathon runners and those aiming for a personal best. Recent events have sold out, with charity places becoming the primary way to enter.
The route winds through the university city's streets, showcasing Oxford's architecture and central landmarks instead of venturing into rural areas. Live music and spectators offer support along sections of the course. The race's main charity partner is Helen & Douglas House, the first children's hospice globally, which provides support to terminally ill children and their families throughout Oxfordshire and neighboring counties.
Bath & Bristol Railway October
The Bath & Bristol Railway October is a running event held in Bath, England, during October. It takes place on and around the former railway corridor connecting Bath and Bristol. The event offers multiple distances, from a 2 km option up to 50 km, including 10 km, half marathon, 25 km, and marathon distances. Race conditions are typically autumnal, with average weather around 10.8°C, light wind, and high humidity.
The route utilizes a former railway line, incorporating transport history alongside the running course. This line, which opened in the nineteenth century and closed in the twentieth, was later repurposed by Sustrans as the initial route of the National Cycle Network. Bath provides a notable setting, being a UNESCO World Heritage site with proximity to Roman Baths and Georgian streets. The event's atmosphere reflects its local railway connection, with one participant describing it as “Sooo British.”
Henley Half Marathon
The Henley Half Marathon, held annually in Henley since 1983 with one exception, is now in its 42nd edition. Participants range from first-time half marathoners to seasoned endurance athletes.
The course winds through Henley, crosses the town's well-known bridge, and follows the Thames Valley. This route provides a distinct local character, featuring a town circuit, a riverside path, and a heritage spanning over forty years.
Stroud Half Marathon
The Stroud Half Marathon is a 13.1-mile road race held annually in Stroud, Gloucestershire. It begins at 9:00 from Cainscross Road, adjacent to Marling School's field, and concludes in the same vicinity. Organized by Race Nation Events, this half marathon features a course suitable for runners aiming for a fast time, as well as those running recreationally or for the first time.
The course is predominantly flat, with a slight incline encountered between miles 6 and 7. Runner feedback mentions quiet country lanes, open roads, and some unevenness. The measured route remains consistent year to year, and pacers have been provided. The event takes place concurrently with a Stroud 10k race. Parking is situated away from Marling School, with free town centre car parks typically a 10-15 minute walk from the start line.
Andover Half Marathon & 12K
The Andover Half Marathon & 12K begins and ends in Andover town centre. The half marathon starts on the historic High Street. This October running event in Hampshire offers two distances: a 13.1-mile half marathon and a 12K option, the “Half of the Half” loop. Seasons Run Club organises the races, providing chip timing, way-marked courses, marshals, checkpoints, and aid stations along the half marathon route.
The half marathon is mixed terrain, predominantly road, with approximately 84% paved surface and around 229 metres of elevation gain, distinguishing it from a flat city race. The course proceeds south of Andover through tranquil villages, offering views of three Iron Age hill forts before concluding back in the town centre. The half marathon has a 3-hour 30-minute cut-off time. All half marathon finishers will receive a bespoke medal. The first male and female overall finishers earn cash prizes, and age-category awards are also presented.
Wendover Woods Marathon, Half Marathon & 10K
The Wendover Woods Marathon, Half Marathon & 10k is a multi-terrain running event held within Wendover Woods, Buckinghamshire, part of the Chiltern Hills. This event is included in the Autumn Festival of Running and features a marathon, half marathon, 10k, and a junior run. Participants can select a distance ranging from a short forest race to a full marathon. The course has hills and includes significant ascents, with a six-hour time limit for all participants.
The 10k race follows a multi-lap course on forest trails. The longer races extend this challenge across similar rolling woodland terrain. This event is suitable for novice trail runners, experienced runners seeking a hilly challenge, and marathon runners desiring a more demanding course than a flat road race. It welcomes pets, and the venue is family-friendly, offering an on-site cafe, Go Ape, adventure play areas, biking trails, and a nearby Gruffalo trail for children.
Cirencester Half Marathon
The Cirencester Half Marathon begins at The Market Place in Cirencester, Gloucestershire, with runners starting at 9:00am on a November race morning. The event includes a half marathon distance and a 10k option on the same programme, catering to runners seeking a longer Cotswold road race and those wanting a shorter challenge.
The route follows Cirencester’s historic market-town streets and extends into the surrounding rolling countryside. Future Sports Events LTD organizes the race, providing chip timing, registration from 7:00am, on-course hydration, and pace support for runners aiming for a specific time. Previous results are available for the event, establishing a race record beyond a single occurrence.
Marlow Half Marathon, The Frankenstein and Marlow 7
The Marlow Half Marathon series comprises three road races in Marlow: the Half Marathon, The Frankenstein, and Marlow 7. All races commence simultaneously in the morning and take place in autumn, offering participants a selection between the half-marathon distance and shorter events held on the same race day.
Marlow Striders, the local running club, is the organizer, lending the event a club-run atmosphere instead of a corporate one. Funds raised have benefited Bucks Vision, Dementia Action Marlow, and Marlow Sports Club, connecting the races to sight-loss support, dementia awareness, and enhancements to the club’s facilities. Local businesses also support the event, including Runners Retreat in Marlow, Continuum Wealth, Alba Property Management, Horizon Rehabilitation, Shokz, and various Marlow-area sponsors.
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About Half Marathon races in Swindon
Swindon Base Miles
Swindon hosts 64 Half Marathon races in 2026 within 80 km of the city centre — upcoming dates, recurring series, and other races nearby, all in one place.
Locals run the leafy lanes, roads, tracks and country parks around Swindon, with Lydiard Park, Seven Fields, Shaw Woods and The Croft all in the mix. Slinn Allstars meet on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays and run three to thirteen miles, usually with enough chat to make Z2 feel easy. Swindon Striders meet on Monday and Friday evenings, and their groups run 4 to 7 miles from Croft Leisure Centre and the Link Centre. Lydiard Park and Seven Fields host Saturday parkrun at 9:00am. The Longevity Relay, Commonweal 5 Mile, Lethbridge 10K and Swindon Half Marathon give the calendar proper anchor races.
Locals ride a good spread of cycle paths, lanes and old railway line links, and the Wilts and Berks canal path by Wincheslo is handy for steady base miles. Swindon Road Club has 145 members, with club rides on Tuesday at 18:15, Thursday at 17:30, Saturday at 09:00 and 09:15, and Sunday at 09:00. Swindon Road Club also has riders doing cyclo-cross, mountain biking, track cycling and the local trial series. Chippenham & District Wheelers Club brings the Nixon & Mike Edwards Cup 50 mile TT and the Chippenham & District Wheelers 25. Le Tour de Farcycles 2026 gives the big-day feel. Croft Hill, Fowler’s Hill and the Wiltshire Downs bring the climbing.
Spring and autumn suit most runners and riders because the weather stays milder and the lanes feel good for intervals or long Z2. Summer gives Swindon warmer training days, and an average year gets a warmest day of 20.7°C with 10.3 days reaching 25°C or above. Locals still get the grim wet days, and the Swindon Half Marathon has had that proper squelching, wet-feet finish. Winter changes the kit, the light and the footing, and an average year brings 45.2 nights of air frost while the old January 1982 low sits at -15.1°C.