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Northstowe Half Marathon 2026

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The event in a few words

What is yellow green and waiting? ๐ŸŒฑ No, it's not Jonathan! ๐Ÿ˜œ

Welcome to Northstowe, a town focused on nature! ๐Ÿ This brand new community in England, located 30 minutes from Cambridge, will be the stage for your next half marathon in April: the Northstowe Half Marathon. No skyscrapers in sight, you'll run between newly built homes ๐Ÿ˜๏ธ, parks, and water bodies! ๐ŸŒณ A small country race with the credentials of a major event: its half marathon is designed to break a new personal record! ๐Ÿคฏ

You got it; a half marathon awaits you, a loop of 21.097 km in the heart of the WaterParks ๐Ÿ’ฆ. Low carbon emissions ๐Ÿ˜ฎโ€๐Ÿ’จ, sports facilities ๐ŸŽพ, and many green spaces, ideal conditions to race towards victory! ๐Ÿ˜Ž Take deep breaths, you won't find purer air than the countryside! If that doesn't dethrone your old PR, we don't know what will โฑ๏ธ. No need to come just for the performance to enjoy the event! Locals will turn out to cheer you on regardless of your time ๐Ÿ‘. You can even participate with your entire little tribe by starting the "5 km Tom's Trust" ๐Ÿ˜‰, an event open from 11 years old.

By running at Northstowe ๐Ÿƒโ€โžก๏ธ, you're also doing a good deed! All proceeds will be donated to the Tom's Trust, the main UK charity ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง providing psychological support to children with brain tumors and their families ๐Ÿง‘โ€๐Ÿง‘โ€๐Ÿง’โ€๐Ÿง’.

After crossing the finish line ๐Ÿ and enjoying the on-site festivities ๐ŸŽ‰, take a tour of the Cambridgeshire region. The surrounding small towns ๐Ÿ˜๏ธ, like Longstanton, have remained authentic and rich in history. And if you prefer the city, visit Cambridge ๐Ÿ“, just a 30-minute drive away, and explore the university and the museums ๐Ÿ–ผ๏ธ. You can even enjoy a boat ride on the River Cam while enjoying a Fish & Chips ! ๐Ÿ 

Not available for the Northstowe Half Marathon ? Perhaps you will be for the Northstowe Running Festival in August! ๐Ÿคช

4 reasons to join this race

For a good cause ๐ŸŽ—๏ธ
Around the Water Park, families will gather to start the "5 km of Tom's Trust"! All proceeds from this event will be donated to Tom's Trust, the leading UK charity providing psychological support to children with brain tumors and their families ๐Ÿซถ.
A friendly event ๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ‘งโ€๐Ÿ‘ฆ
Sunday runner, elite athlete, or casual sports event enthusiast: the Northstowe Half Marathon is designed to suit everyone. So gather your family, friends, or colleagues; it's time to pin on the race bib and go for the medal ๐Ÿ….
Nature ๐ŸŒฟ
Just a stone's throw from the large city of Cambridge is the small community of Northstowe. With its 2,500 inhabitants, this brand new town wants to maintain its rural charm, which will delight you during your race! Roads, paths, parks, there's no shortage of diverse terrains! ๐Ÿ˜‰
Fast courses ๐Ÿƒโ€โžก๏ธ
The Cambridge area is not known for its hills, far from it, and that will suit you! The Northstowe Half Marathon offers ultra-flat and easy courses. It's the perfect race for personal bests: just watch out not to get caught speeding on the track! ๐ŸŽ๏ธ

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

2026 information coming soon!

The races will start on Sunday, April 19, 2026:

  • at 9:30 AM for the Half Marathon

  • at 10 AM for the 5 km

  • For the Half Marathon: 17 years old

  • For the 5 km: 11 years old

Parental permission will be required for minors.

For the Half Marathon:

  • ยฃ31 until 28/02/2026

  • ยฃ35 after this date

For the 5 km:

  • ยฃ16 until 28/02/2026

  • ยฃ19 after this date

Yes, refreshments will be available for both races.

For the Half Marathon, your registration includes:

  • Electronic chip timing

  • Marked course

  • Professional medical assistance

  • Water points, refreshments

  • Toilets, luggage storage, parking

  • Free massages

  • Finisher medal

  • Gifts

  • Finisher T-shirt (available for purchase)

For the 5 km, your registration includes:

  • Electronic chip timing

  • Marked course

  • Professional medical assistance

  • Water points, refreshments

  • Toilets, luggage storage, parking

  • Finisher medal

To become a volunteer for this race, you need to send your application to volunteer@nothstowehalf.co.uk

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