Kingston Half Marathon 2026
Sunday, 4 October 2026 · 28 Market Place, Kingston upon Thames, KT1 1JH, United Kingdom
Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating Kingston Half Marathon 2026, taking place on Sunday, October 4th, 2026, in the picturesque Kingston upon Thames, Surrey. Organised by RUN-FEST.com, this iconic event offers a fantastic opportunity for runners of all levels to experience a truly memorable race. The course is fast and flat, winding through breathtaking riverside scenery and featuring a blend of traffic-free paths and road sections, making it ideal for those aiming for a personal best or simply looking for a beautiful route to enjoy. Starting and finishing in the historic Market Place, participants will be greeted with a vibrant atmosphere and a variety of food stalls to refuel after the race. With its scenic views and a supportive community, the Kingston Half Marathon is not only a perfect late summer challenge but also an excellent preparation event for those eyeing upcoming autumn marathons like New York, Valencia, or Florence. With professional organisation and attentive marshals on hand, you can focus on enjoying your run while soaking in the charm of Kingston. Don’t miss this chance to be part of such an exciting event!
About this event
The Royal Borough of Kingston’s famous Half Marathon, starting and finishing in the historic ancient Market Place, is the perfect finale to the summer racing season. The course is fast and flat, with tremendous riverside views on a mix of traffic free and road sections. Ideal for runners wanting to grab a late half marathon PB or those looking for a scenic and pleasurable run. Kingston marketplace provides an atmospheric finish, with plenty of stalls offering a variety of foods, and many local restaurants and pubs for those looking for more leisurely post race relaxation. It is also perfect preparation event if you are running a late autumn marathon like New York (4 week before), Valencia (9 weeks before) or Florence (7 weeks before) or you just want the challenge of completing a half marathon. Organised by River Thames Running, you can be sure of a professional setup with plenty of friendly and experienced marshals to guide you safely around the course. Run Britain Licence ID: 2024-47810
Distances & Prices
| Distance | Price | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Kingston Half Marathon | £44.50 | open |
Timings
| Type | Time |
|---|---|
| Race start time | 08:30 |
What's included
Amazing Tech tee Bespoke finisher medal Motivating Pace Makers to help you achieve your goal Flat Fast picturesque course running past Hampton Court Palace Great goody bag including post race snacks and drink Clearly marked and measured Run England certified course (Licence ID: 2024-46887) Marshals and sweep marshals First Aid in place throughout the course
The course
Starting in the famous Ancient Market Place, runners will then cover 5 miles through the historic Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames before crossing over Kingston Bridge and heading up the iconic three mile stretch of the Barge Walk beside the Thames. The race then reaches the magnificent Hampton Court Palace before continuing through Thames Ditton and back towards Kingston for the famous Market Place finish.
The route
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FAQs
When is the Kingston Half 2026?
Sunday 4th October 8:30am start.
Can I get a refund or defer?
Race entries are NOT TRANSFERABLE and NON-DEFERABLE. We do not permit a change of race number. A full refund will only be offered within 14 days of payment. After this there will be NO REFUNDS, DEFERRALS TO NEXT YEAR OR TRANSFERS TO ANOTHER RUNNER.
Where will the water stations be?
At 5 miles, 8.6 miles, 11 miles and at the finish. Course toilets are also located at 5, 8.6 mile water stations.
Is there a cut off time?
For the half there is a 3.5 hour cut of time due to marshals volunteering. Anyone outside 3 hours 30mins will have to move onto the pavements to complete the route.
Can I run with headphones?
Sadly no in-ear headphones are allowed. Runbritain rules, not ours. However, you can use bone conduction headphones.
Where do I collect my race number?
You can collect your race pack on race morning from registration tents in Kingston Market Place. Or from local shops 10days before the event. Details of these shops will be announced nearer the date.
Where can I leave my bag?
Our friendly baggage team will be waiting for you to collect your baggage in the Kingston Market Place. Please provide your own bag.
Is the race chip timed?
Yes, your timing chips will be on the back of your bib.
What is the terrain like?
The course is a mixture of road and riverside path Please expect to run on flat path, road and gravel. The course is flat as a pancake. All courses have been measured by Olympic Games measurer Hugh Jones on behalf Association of UK Course Measurers Our event is ran under Run England rules.
Is the race road closed?
No. The roads will be open and marshalled by traffic management company and volunteers.
Can I enter the race and raise money for a charity that is not the official charity?
Yes, you can run for any cause of your choice. Once you have your place you can contact that charity direct or create a JustGiving page and start fundraising.
Can I run with a pram?
Sadly not. This event is not a fully road closed event so it is not suitable.
Price rises soon
£44.50
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