Sun 17 Nov 2024 Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, UK

Run Alton Towers | Half Marathon

Take on a half marathon through the grounds of the UKs largest theme park, with chip timing on an undulating, two-lap course.

  • Sun 17 Nov 2024
Alton Towers, Stoke-on-Trent

Half Marathon

10:00

£44

Age 17 & over

  • 13.1 miles road running

Overview

In the realm of some of the most adrenaline-charged attractions in the land, take on an exhilarating challenge, choosing from three race distances, which navigate the paths and roads which lie within the finely manicured gardens of Alton Towers.

An event for the whole family, which enjoys chip timing, professional race organisation and free event photos, all runners receive free entry to the Theme Park to ensure a fun-packed day of adventure from start to finish. 

Highlights

  • Fun for the whole family

    With a variety of distances on offer including a kids race.

  • Free ride access for runners

    Make a day of it, enjoying access to the famed attractions after your run.

  • Chip timed on roads and paths

    Professionally organised event with chip timing. 

  • Unique opportunity 

    A rare opportunity to run on the empty road and path network within the grounds.

This event is part of Run Alton Towers.

Event details

  • All fitness levels
  • Free venue entry
  • Newcomers
  • Teams

Location

  • Accommodation
  • Cafe
  • Free parking
  • Toilets

Route

  • 1 lap
  • Cut off time
  • Distance markers
  • Marshals
  • Traffic free
  • Undulating

Sustainability

  • Public transport links

What's included

  • Chip timing
  • Goody bag
  • Medal
  • Race photo

Charity places

These charities have places in the event. To secure your place, select a charity, complete the form and follow the instructions.

Social welfare

Turn2us

Information and support for people in the UK to build financial sustainability and thrive.

  • Running vest
  • Fundraising support
  • Fundraising materials
  • Dedicated contact

Sign up
£30

Fundraise
£300

Children

The Children's Society

It’s time to support children in the UK who feel scared, unloved and unable to cope.

  • Running vest
  • Fundraising support
  • Fundraising materials
  • Dedicated contact

Sign up
£25

Fundraise
£250

Cancer

Brainstrust

Helping the brain tumour community to feel less alone and more in control.

  • Technical t-shirt
  • Running vest
  • Fundraising support
  • Fundraising materials
  • Submit fundraising up to 1 month after event

Sign up
£20

Fundraise
£200

Children

Child Bereavement UK

Supporting bereaved children and families to help rebuild their lives.

  • Running vest
  • Fundraising support
  • Fundraising materials
  • Dedicated contact

Sign up
£44

Fundraise
£300

Cancer

The Childhood Eye Cancer Trust

Offering support, advice and information to UK families affected by retinoblastoma.

  • Running vest
  • Fundraising support
  • Fundraising materials
  • Training guide
  • Dedicated contact

Sign up
£26

Fundraise
£250

Children

Childhood First

For children aged 5-18 who have experienced severe abuse, neglect and early-life trauma.

  • Running vest
  • Fundraising support
  • Fundraising materials
  • Dedicated contact
  • Certificate
  • Submit fundraising up to 1 month after event

Sign up
£26

Fundraise
£350

Children

Roald Dahl's Marvellous Children's Charity

Providing nurses and support to help seriously ill children in the UK.

  • T-shirt
  • Running vest
  • Fundraising support
  • Fundraising materials
  • Training plan

Sign up
£25

Fundraise
£250

Entries

  • Age 17 & over
  • Entries open
  • Charity entries open
  • Charity places
  • Enter online