Half Marathon
Sun 2 Feb 2025 Watford, Hertfordshire, UK

ATW Watford Half Marathon

This popular event has a strong history within the running community and has been taking place for over 40 years. Join a day of running, community spirit and exciting experiences!

  • Sun 2 Feb 2025
Cassiobury Park Avenue, Watford

Half Marathon

10:00

Age 17 & over

£34-£36

  • 13.1 miles road running + 751 ft ascent

Event overview

An exhilarating event with thousands of runners that combines fitness, fun, and community support. 

The day kicks off with a 1.8km Fun Run around the Park, giving parents and supporters a great chance to cheer on their little athletes.

The half marathon starts in Cassiobury Park and follows fully closed roads, venturing into serene countryside lanes behind the Grove Hotel and Golf Course. Runners will pass through Bucks Hill, Commonwood Common, and Chandlers Cross before looping back to the stunning Cassiobury Park.

Highlights

  • Lead car escort

    The event will be led by a lead car, ensuring a smooth and safe journey for all participants throughout the course. 

  • RaceCheck Gold Award

    In 2023, the Watford Half Marathon proudly earned the prestigious Racecheck Gold Award. 

  • Musical entertainment

    Enjoy the rhythm of the course with music, including the beats of our amazing drummer, adding excitement and motivation to your run! 

  • Ideal London Marathon training

    Whether you're gearing up for the London Marathon or seeking a challenging yet scenic route, the Watford Half Marathon is the perfect opportunity to test your skills and stamina. 

  • Spot prize

    One lucky runner stands a chance to win an incredible spot prize of £2000! Will it be you? 

  • Vibrant event village

    Embrace the lively atmosphere at our event village, filled with activities, stalls, and a fantastic community spirit. 

  • PB pacers

    Join the Xempo pacers on the run as they assist you in reaching your desired personal best! 

  • Finish line goodies and unique medal

    Celebrate your achievement with special finish line goodies and receive a one-of-a-kind medal as a testament to your accomplishment. 

  • Free photos

    Capture the unforgettable moments with free professional photos, preserving memories of your incredible run. 

  • Professional commentator

     Feel the excitement as a professional commentator cheers you on at the finish line, making your achievement even more memorable. 

This event is part of ATW Watford Half Marathon & Fun Run.

Event video

  • All fitness levels
  • Event village
  • Families
  • Newcomers
  • Spectators
  • Traders at event

Herts Vets Half Marathon Champs

This event features the Hertfordshire Vets Half Marathon Championships. To be eligible, you must have been born in Hertfordshire or been a resident for 9 months. Please state your eligibility during the registration process.

Hertfordshire Vets County Championship Prizes

  • Prizes available for the first 3 men's and first 3 women's Hertfordshire Clubs Teams
  • Men's Team: First 4 finishers to score
  • Women's Team: First 3 finishers to score 

  • Entertainment
  • Music
  • Park
  • Toilets

Event HQ

Cassiobury Park Avenue
Shepherds Road
Watford
Hertfordshire
WD18 7HF
UK

There is no organised parking available at Cassiobury Park. Parking is plentiful in Watford City Centre and there are plenty of public transport options available, including both rail and bus.

  • Entertainment
  • First aid
  • Marshals
  • No headphones
  • Single start
  • Undulating
  • Way markers

Summary

The half marathon starts in Cassiobury Park and follows fully closed roads, venturing into serene countryside lanes behind the Grove Hotel and Golf Course. Runners will pass through Bucks Hill, Commonwood Common, and Chandlers Cross before looping back to the stunning Cassiobury Park.

Headphones

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

  • Public transport links
  • Recycling
  • Sustainability policy

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

  • Cash prizes
  • Chip timing
  • Goody bag
  • Map
  • Medal
  • Race photo

Included

  • All finishers will receive a custom-made, themed medal at the end of the race
  • Musical entertainment
  • Chance of a Β£2000 spot prize!
  • Vibrant event village
  • Pacers
  • Finish line goodies
  • Free photos
  • Professional commentator

Optional extras

  • ICE Band (Β£22.94)
  • Watford Half Marathon event t-shirt (Β£10)

Prizes

  • Winners' podium with awards and ceremony

This event supports the Peace Hospice Care, Watford.

  • Age 17 & over
  • Entries open
  • Collect race pack
  • Enter online
  • Event merch available
  • Series discount

Entry fees

Entry fee (Unaffiliated)

£36.00

Entry fee (Affiliated)

£34.00

My first half marathon. Loved it. Jeff C

Superbly organised from bib collection to toilet queues, excellent communication pre the event, fabulously scenic route, amazing encouraging Marshall's AND FREE photos! I’ll definitely be back again a race that was very much enjoyed by myself and many others. Thank you. Faye R

The Watford half is a well organised race.. There are lots of marshals who are all happy and encouraging. Which always helps when tackling some of the hills! Plenty of local parking. Love the option at ATW to add a race t-shirt. The pacers are a great addition too. Petra W

I love the Watford Half, great organisation and a lovely undulating route. Kath E

Great event, great organisation and great marshals. Lovely route with some challenging hills. Clare H

Reviews thank to RaceCheck

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Cassiobury Park Avenue, Watford

Family Fun Run

09:30

All ages

£10-£12

  • 1.8 km road running