Sun 11 Oct 2026 Oxford, Oxfordshire, UK

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!

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  • Sun 11 Oct 2026
University Parks, Oxford
Oxford Half Marathon

09:30

Age 16 & over

£64-£114

  • 13.1 miles road running

Event overview

The fast and flat prestigious 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.

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Event details

  • Event village
  • Fancy dress
  • Newcomers
  • Spectators
  • Venue accessible

Route

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

Location

  • Changing facilities
  • Entertainment
  • Paid parking
  • Park
  • Secure bag storage
  • Toilets
  • Urban

What's included

  • Chip timing
  • Goody bag
  • Medal
  • Race photo

Sustainability

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

Do it for charity

Looking to do this event for charity? Do it for one of the charities below or see the full list of charities on the Oxford Half Marathon charity places for 2026 page.

Cancer

Macmillan Cancer Support

No one should have to face cancer alone.

  • Technical t-shirt
  • Personalised running vest
  • Fundraising support
  • Fundraising materials
  • Fundraising incentives
  • Training plan
  • Training guide
  • Online training zone
  • Cheer squad on the day
  • Exclusive social group

Sign up
£30

Fundraise
£300

How to enter

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