Event overview
2025 date and details to be confirmed.
The Royal Parks Half Marathon has been called Britain's 'most beautiful half marathon' by virtue of its blend of expansive parks decked in autumnal finery and the capital's iconic landmarks. With huge crowd support, a flat, fast course and a food festival at the finish line, there's something for everyone at this popular event.
Highlights
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Britain's 'most beautiful half marathon'
Run through four of the eight Royal Parks; Hyde Park, The Green Park, St. James’s Park and Kensington Gardens.
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World-famous landmarks of the capital
Run past Buckingham Palace, The London Eye, The Houses of Parliament, the Royal Albert Hall and much more.
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Multi-award-winning with green credentials
Sustainability leads the way over the flat and fast course to the inspirational Food and Fitness Festival.
Fundraising event
The Royal Parks Half Marathon, presented by Royal Bank of Canada, was set up by The Royal Parks charity as an annual fundraising initiative to help conserve and enhance London’s eight Royal Parks for everyone, while enabling charities of all sizes to be involved in a major challenge event.
Since then the event has exceeded all expectations, raising nearly £65 million for over 1,200 UK charities. It’s a key part of raising awareness of The Royal Parks as a charity, funded by donations and events like the Royal Parks Half.
The money raised by this event for The Royal Parks helps to keep the magic of eight vital green spaces alive, teach children and adults about the natural world, care for wildlife and conserve historic monuments.
Green credentials
The aim is to make race day as green and sustainable as possible and have committed to reaching net-zero by 2027. Right now 66% of all waste from the event is recycled and more work is being done. This event aims to protect, not just the parks but also, the wider world around us for everyone.
