Hampton Court Palace Half Marathon Presented by Nuun October

The Hampton Court Palace Half Marathon is a fast, flat half marathon in south-west London, starting from SHL at 1 Atwell Place in Thames Ditton. It is run in February with an 8:30am start, and it suits runners using the distance as spring marathon preparation as well as anyone chasing a quick half marathon on a no-hills course. The route passes Hampton Court Palace and uses flat mixed surfaces, including about two miles of good gravel path. It is clearly marked and measured, with marshals, sweep marshals, first aid cover, pacemakers, and water stations on the course. The event is one of South West London’s larger running fixtures, with a minimum age of 17, prizes for the top three men and women, and the usual finish-line haul of a tech tee, medal, free race photos, snacks, and drinks.