Sunday 20th September 2026 | The Guildhall, Winchester
The Winchester Half Marathon is a beautiful course that starts and finishes in the centre of Winchester outside the Guildhall. Experience the very scenic route through the idyllic setting countryside that takes in landmarks such as St Catherine’s Hill, Winchester Cathedral and King Alfred the Great!
Timings:
Half Marathon: Mass start: 09:00
Kids Fun Run (1km): 12:30
“This was a lovely event, the weather was perfect, the marshals exceptionally cheerful and encouraging, and the route, though hilly, is delightful, including historic Winchester as well as quiet countryside and the pretty village of Hursley.” Racecheck Review 2025
MARSHALLING: Sign up HERE to help out.
Come and marshal, it’s a great day out and you get a credit voucher to use against any of our events! Community groups can earn £200 donation to their club/group.
Road Closures
Thank you for all your help and patience regarding Winchester Half road closures. Please find a link to ensure we can help you move around Winchester on the event day: CLICK HERE
We encourage all athletes to show respect, support one another, and demonstrate good sportsmanship at all times – please take a moment to read our Code of Conduct before race day.
| Event | Date & Time | Distance | Eligibility | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winchester Half Marathon | 20 Sept 2026 9:00 AM |
13.1 miles | Ages 17+ | £36.00 – £38.00 | Standard entry |
| Winchester Half Marathon (No Medal Option) | 20 Sept 2026 9:00 AM |
13.1 miles | Ages 17+ | £33.00 – £35.00 | No finisher medal included |
| Winchester Kids Fun Run 2026 | 20 Sept 2026 12:30 PM |
1km | Ages 14 & under | £10.00 | Around Cathedral grounds |
| Virtual Half Marathon | Flexible | 13.1 miles | Open to all | £8.00 | Virtual event |
Location
Directions
No official parking but a multi-storey car park, 5 minutes walk from the start is free on Sundays.
