JOIN US ON SUNDAY 22nd March 2026
The Green Park Reading Half Marathon is one of the longest-running and most popular road races in the UK. A true Reading favourite with seasoned athletes and first timers, the event is one of the biggest charity fundraisers, with over HALF A MILLION POUNDS raised in 2025.
Whether you’re a first-timer aiming to cross the finish line or a seasoned runner chasing a personal best, this course is designed for all. It’s a single-lap, 13.1 mile (21.1km), traffic-free route that offers a balance of scenic views and steady challenges.
Starting in the stunning surroundings of Green Park and finishing in the Reading Football Club Stadium, the course is undulating rather than completely flat.
Highlights of the route include:
The first mile inside the beautiful business park of our headline Sponsor - Green Park
Taking you through the grounds of the University of Reading
A unique run under The Oracle, the historic Abbey Arch and past the Maiwand Lion (the inspiration for our logo)
A special surprise at Mile 8!
And then you’ll finish strong on the half-way line inside the Reading Football Club Stadium — with the roar of the crowds behind you every step of the way.
You don’t have to fundraise, but we’re proud that most of our runners do. If you haven’t chosen a charity yet, you’ll have the option to do so when you enter.
Get to know our charity partners HERE.
WHY NOT ENHANCE YOUR DAY WITH A VIP ENTRY
VIP – £88.00 SOLD OUT
VIP's enjoy the extra touches that make their day even more special. Entry includes:-
- Half Marathon Race Entry
- Free car parking
- Special VIP Technical T-shirt
- Finisher T-shirt (yes, a second T-shirt!)
- VIP Hospitality Box with an amazing finish line view
- Private bag drop
- Post-race hot meal and refreshments
- Post-race massage
- Free race photograph
- Free entry to the hospitality area for a child under 6.
- Your own toilets!
VIP Guest Pass – £25.00
Purchase up to 5 VIP Guest passes for friends or family, which includes refreshments and access to the VIP area only. Babies in arms are free. Passes are subject to availability and must be purchased alongside a VIP Package.
2025 HALF MARATHON ROUTE
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route by street name
Longwater Avenue – Brook Drive – Bennet Road – Basingstoke Road – Hartland Road – Whitley Wood Road – Shinfield Road – Pepper Lane – University of Reading – Christchurch Road – Kendrick Road – London Road – London Street – Mill Lane – Yield Hall Place – Minster Road – King Street – Kings Road – Abbey Street – Abbot's Walk – The Forbury – Valpy Street – Blagrave Street – Friar Street – West Street – Oxford Road – Russell Street – Tilehurst Road – Liebenrood Road – Bath Road – Coley Avenue – Berkeley Avenue – Rose Kiln Lane – A33 – Northern Way – Hoops Way – Shooters Way – Reading Football Club Stadium with THAT stadium finish!
