Sun 12 Oct 2025 Oxford, Oxfordshire, UK Entries closed

Oxford Half Marathon

Runners will enjoy the fast, flat and beautiful route through University Parks and the historic Oxford City Centre whilst celebrating running and movement with entertainment and cheering fans!

  • Sun 12 Oct 2025
  • Entries closed
University Parks, Oxford
Oxford Half Marathon

09:30

Age 16 & over

£10-£30

  • 13.1 miles road running

Event overview

A prestigious half.

The fast and flat Oxford Half has a perfect route for both newbies and PB chasers.

The course takes runners through the pristine, winding streets of historic Oxford. The route begins in the city centre and passes through the stunning sites of Old Marston village, the River Cherwell, Oxford University’s impressive Lady Margaret Hall, before finally finishing on Parks Road.

Highlights

  • A must-do UK half marathon

    Aim for a PB in this prestigious city, whether you're a first-timer or an improver.

  • Architecture, waterways, universities

    Beautiful, historic course from start to finish which gets rave reviews every year.

  • Well-supported with great atmosphere

    The locals come out in droves to cheer you on to the finish line!

Event community

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Event details

  • Event village
  • Fancy dress
  • Newcomers
  • Spectators
  • Wheelchair users

Location

  • Bag storage
  • Changing facilities
  • Entertainment
  • Paid parking
  • Park
  • Toilets
  • Urban

Route

  • Cut off time
  • Distance markers
  • Entertainment
  • First aid
  • Flat
  • Marshals
  • Out and back
  • PB
  • Toilets
  • Traffic free
  • Water stations
  • Wave start

Sustainability

  • Carbon neutral
  • Public transport links
  • Recycling
  • Sustainability policy

What's included

  • Chip timing
  • Goody bag
  • Medal
  • Race photo

Do it for charity

Looking to do this event for charity? Charity entry options are explained on the Oxford Half Marathon charity places for 2025 page.

Hospice

Sue Ryder

Giving people compassion and expert care to help them live the best life they can.

  • Running vest
  • Fundraising support
  • Training plan
  • Training guide
Charity place

Get a place from the charity.

Sign up
£25

Fundraise
£250

Free sign up Homelessness

Missing People

The only UK charity that reunites missing children and adults with their loved ones.

  • Running vest
  • Fundraising support
  • Fundraising materials
  • Dedicated contact
  • Exclusive social group
Charity place

Get a place from the charity.

Sign up
FREE

Fundraise
£350

International

WaterAid

Providing clean water and decent toilets to everyone, everywhere.

  • Fundraising support
  • Fundraising materials
  • Dedicated contact
Charity place

Get a place from the charity.

Sign up
£30

Fundraise
£250

Entries

  • Age 16 & over
  • Entries closed
  • Charity entries closed
  • Charity places
  • Collect race pack
  • Enter online
  • Race pack by post

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