Runner Information
We’re counting down the days until we get to see you on Sunday 12 October for 13.1 miles of excitement and energy along one of the most beautiful half marathons.
As we get closer to race day, we'll update this page with everything you need to know about taking part including our event guide, event village map, route map and more.
Here you can find more information on:
Event Guide
Your event guide is the go-to for all the essential details about your Royal Parks Half experience. We recommend taking the time to read through before race day.
Event Village
Enjoy delicious food and drink, meet our partners and try some have-a-go activities, all in our bustling event village in beautiful Hyde Park. Everyone is welcome.
Runner webinar
Our runner webinar talks you through everything you need to know for race day. Whether you’re a first-timer or a returning runner, this session will help you arrive fully prepared and confident for an incredible day in the beautiful Royal Parks.
🧏♀️ This webinar includes British Sign Language (BSL) interpretation.
Accessibility Guide
We aim to be an inclusive event to all participants and we’re introducing more accessible facilities to our route, event village and communications to improve the event experience for those with access needs.
🧏♀️ This guide is available in British Sign Language (BSL).
The 2025 finisher t-shirt
This year's design celebrates an iconic part of our route, Hyde Park Corner where the Queen Elizabeth Gate marks two memorable moments in the Royal Parks Half 🧡
Route map
View our refreshed route and new finish line for 2025! Our stunning course threads its way through the beauty and majesty of four Royal Parks and past iconic London landmarks
Your race bib explained
Race packs will arrive from w/c 22 September right up to race week. Find out what your race bib means as well as your start time for the Royal Parks Half
Pacers on race day
We have a team of experienced pacers who will be present at the Royal Parks Half Marathon. Find out more on which pacers will be in each wave.
Download our race day app
Our race day app is available to download. Track your runners, navigate the route, check out the Event Village map and you can even take a Royal Parks Half selfie! You can also use a desktop version to track runners
Safety and Security
Your safety and security is a top priority for us. Please take a look at what we have in place to help keep you safe at the Royal Parks Half Marathon including working with the Metropolitan Police and other highly trained security personnel.
Watch our walking guides
Follow our walking guides from the following stations: Green Park (step-free route available), Victoria (step-free), South Kensington, Lancaster Gate, Marble Arch
Supporters coming on race day?
Share our spectator sign-up link with them and we'll email them with everything they need to know about supporting you on race day. You focus on running, we’ll handle the squad.
