ATW St Albans Half Marathon

Wheelchairs

The half marathon is suitable for wheelchair users.

Team Challenge

Gather a team of 3 or more colleagues to take on the half marathon or 5K event together whilst fundraising for your chosen charity!

The winning company will get a £250 donation for their chosen charity.

Why take part?

Entrants of the SA LAW Challenge will receive an exclusive wristband to enter the SA Law Challenge Zone! It will have the best view of the start and finish line, as well as private toilets, outdoor seating and garden games to keep you entertained.

This is a great opportunity to raise money for your chosen charity, and create an active workforce. Colleagues can train together and those not running can help to fundraise. Plus, take advantage of promotional opportunities through local news and advertising via the website.

Primary school challenge

Complete a mile a day, then once you've ran the Fun Run you will have completed your own half marathon! Plus win an award too.

Timetable

• 06:30 | Race number collection is available from this time
• There will be a big stage, pre-race warm up before each event
• Gather at the start line 10-15 minutes before your event

Spectators

There are three spectator viewing places along the route. There's also lots of space along the finish line for your family to cheer you on from.The best view of the start/finish line will be from the VIP garden. You can buy spectator VIP passes too.

Event HQ

Verulamium Park
St Albans
Hertfordshire
AL1 3JE
UK

Parking

Parking available in St Albans City Centre Car Parks:

• Premier Foods, Centrium
• St Columba’s College
• St Albans District Council Offices
• Drovers Way/Russell Avenue multi-storeys

By road

Verulamium Park is accessible from all major routes including M1, M25 and however please be aware that road closures and diversions will be in place from 9.30am and may affect your journey.

By bike

If you are planning to cycle, there is a cycle shelter available by the entrance to Westminster Lodge Leisure Centre. Please remember to bring a lock as these are public bike parking facilities.

By bus

St Albans is well connected on the local bus network with services from North London, Welwyn Garden City, Hatfield, Luton and Watford, as well as routes to the city’s suburbs. Many services stop at St Peter's Street which is only a short walk to the Runners Village. 

By rail

St Albans City Station is only 20 minutes from London! It's 15- 20 minute walk to Runners Village or taxis and buses will be in operation. You can also use St Albans Abbey Station which is less than 5 minutes walk to the Runners Village.

Summary

The course takes you through the stunning country lanes of St Albans. Although you may come across a hill or two, the view from the top makes it worthwhile.

Map

Cut off times

Runners

3 hrs 15 mins.

Running entrants must be able to complete the course in 3 hrs 15 mins.

Wheelchair entrants

3 hrs 30 mins.

Wheelchair entrants must be able to complete the course in 3 hrs 30 mins.

Headphones

This road race is licenced by UK Athletics which means the wearing of headphones is strictly prohibited except bone conductors which leave the ear open to marshal instructions, traffic or emergency announcements.

Here are the ways this event cares for the environment:

Summary

• Recycling bins
• Recycling gets separated from general waste
• Finish line water bottles made from recycled material
• Refill taps are provided so participants can bring their own bottle and fill up during the event
• The choice of paper cups at water stations
• Signage including course marking attached with reusable garden wire instead of plastic cable ties
• 'Dynamic bib assignment’ removes the need for envelopes, sticker labels and excess waste
• Bike racking is provided to promote cycling to the events

All finishers will receive a custom made, themed medal at the end of the race.

Entry fees

It's an annual event for us and we always love the atmosphere. Rav D

First time I've done the St Albans half marathon in almost 20 years and I absolutely loved it! The atmosphere was great, the marshals were helpful and supportive and there were plenty of water stations. I felt it was well organised and the course was really beautiful in places. There's no getting around the fact that it's a testing course but if you're up for the challenge it's a fantastic event to be part of. Highly recommend x Georgie R

The best race ever, the team ATW was amazing on every aspect, I would run this race again, and again, and again...Well done, guys! Gabriel P

First time running St. Albans half. Great event. Very challenging route. I’ll be definitely doing it again next year. Barbara M

Great Day. Great Organisation. Great event. Pat D

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