Race Day: Sunday 13th October 2024
About The Royal Parks Half Marathon
Viewed as one of the most beautiful half marathons in the world, the 13.1mile run leads its 16,000 participants through four of London’s eight Royal Parks, including Hyde Park, The Green Park, St James’s Park and Kensington Gardens. Internationally recognised London landmarks also form part of the race’s backdrop – with runners being in eye-shot of Trafalgar Square, the London Eye, Canada House and Buckingham Palace. Starting and finishing in Hyde Park.
The Royal Parks Half was created in 2008 and is a spectacular Half Marathon in central London – the first and only one of its kind. The stunning 21km/ 13.1 mile route takes in the capital’s world-famous landmarks on closed roads, and four of London’s eight Royal Parks – Hyde Park, The Green Park, St James’s Park and Kensington Gardens. The 2024 Royal Parks Half Marathon, presented by Royal Bank of Canada will take place on Sunday 13 October.
The Royal Parks as a charity, relies on important donations and events, with the Royal Parks Half being a key source of income for London’s beautiful Royal Parks. Through this event, the money raised helps to keep the magic of the Royal Parks alive through restoring monuments and playgrounds, teaching children about the natural world and caring for wildlife.
Weather: Temperatures can range from 13C to 26C.
Eligibility: The field is limited to 16,000 runners.
Awards: All finishers receive a medal.
Difficulty: Easy
Guaranteed Entry for International Runners
Royal Parks Half Marathon is an extremely popular event and operates a lottery system for entry. Chances of securing a place via the lottery is 1 in 7, the results are usually announced in February. Marathon Tours and Travel is proud to be the Official International Travel Partner for the Royal Parks Half Marathon. As part of a travel package with a hotel stay in London, we offer guaranteed entry to international runners for this sell-out event without the need to enter the ballot. We welcome runners from all countries, except we cannot sell to UK runners.
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