Royal Parks Half Marathon 2026

Take in many of the capital’s world-famous landmarks around Royal London Parks.

Event overview

11 Oct, 2026
Registration: £35; Minimum sponsorship: £450
London

Lucy runs with her arms held high during the Royal Parks Half Marathon

The 13.1-mile Royal Parks Half Marathon takes in many of the capital’s world-famous landmarks and four of London’s eight Royal Parks – Hyde Park, Green Park, St James’s Park and Kensington Gardens. Up for a half marathon? Why not try the Royal Parks Half.

Apply for a charity place
Apply for a ballot place
Fundraising
Support

Applications have now closed. Results will be announced early September.

The Royal Parks Half Marathon ballot has now closed.

We ask all our charity place runners to raise at least £450 as part of this event.

As a charity, we rely on donations from individuals and groups in order to provide high quality end of life care for our community.

But don’t worry, we’re here to make sure your fundraising is enjoyable and successful.

Support

We’re here to support you every step of the way. When you sign up you will have access to the following:

Training and fundraising advice
A dedicated point of contact in our Fundraising Team to help you along the way
A free running vest or t-shirt with iron-on letters
Fundraising resources, top tips, access to collection boxes, and much more
Access to exclusive WhatsApp group to share updates and running and fundraising tips
Group events to socialise with the rest of your team
Regular e-newsletters with our latest updates and upcoming events
Cheers and whoops from our volunteer cheer station on the route

Please contact communityfundraising@stchristophers.org.uk with any queries.

If you have your own place in the Royal Parks Half Marathon and want to fundraise for St Christopher’s, please get in touch with us at communityfundraising@stchristophers.org.uk to get your St Christopher’s running vest. We’d love to have you on our team.