West Coast Half Marathon

Get ready for an exhilarating running experience at the West Coast Half Marathon, organized by Fylde Coast Runners! This exciting event will take place on Sunday, October 11, 2026, in the beautiful surroundings of Preston, Lancashire. Runners will embark on a scenic point-to-point journey, starting at the iconic Preston Docks and making their way towards the stunning Fairhaven Lake in Lytham St Annes. With a limited field of just 500 runners, this race promises an intimate and engaging atmosphere. Participants will enjoy a flat and fast course as they navigate through the picturesque Guild Wheel, Freckleton, and Warton, culminating in a triumphant finish at Fairhaven Lake. A convenient shuttle service will be available to transport runners from the race headquarters at Fairhaven Lake to the starting point at Preston Docks, ensuring a smooth start to the day. Don't miss your chance to be part of this popular event—2025 sold out quickly, so secure your spot early! Join us for a day of fitness, camaraderie, and celebration at the West Coast Half Marathon!

A point to point half marathon, starting in Preston and finishing at Fairhaven Lake in Lytham St Annes. The race HQ and meeting point is at Fairhaven Lake. A shuttle service will be in operation to take the start point at the docks in Preston, ready for the start at 10am. The start of the race is at Preston Docks, Navigation Way, Preston PR2 2YP. ​Now in it's seventh year, the event is exclusively limited to 500 runners, on this unique, flat, point to point course. Starting in Preston, the route leaves Preston Docks onto the Guild Wheel, then runs through Freckleton into Warton then onto Lytham St Annes for the grand finish at Fairhaven Lake where a warm welcome awaits you. 2025 was sold out early so enter soon to avoid disappointment!