Royal Parks Half Marathon 2026
Run 13.1 miles through London’s most iconic parks to support Living Streets.
About the Event
Royal Parks Half is on Sunday 11 October 2026.
The Royal Parks Half Marathon is one of the most scenic half marathons in the world, attracting over 16,000 runners each year.
The event offers a stunning 13.1-mile route through four of London’s Royal Parks: Hyde Park, The Green Park, St. James’s Park, and Kensington Gardens, and past iconic landmarks including Buckingham Palace, the Houses of Parliament, and the Royal Albert Hall.
You’ll enjoy closed, traffic free roads, buzzing crowds, and a truly unforgettable experience.
Why Run for Living Streets?
Every step you take helps create safer, healthier and more walkable streets for communities across the UK.
By joining our very first Royal Parks Half Marathon team, you’ll support work that:
- £350 – Supports a national campaign, such as introducing 20mph speed limits in residential areas to reduce road fatalities.
- £500 – Allows us to run a community walkabout to assess how streets could be made safer and healthier.
- £1,000 – Could fund a series of walks for older people, helping to reduce social isolation and improve mental wellbeing.
What You’ll Receive
When you run with Living Streets, you’ll get:
- A Living Streets running vest
- A fundraising pack with ideas, social media assets, templates, and tools- give access to marketing suite.
- Support from our fundraising manager whenever you need it
- A cheer point on the day (subject to confirmation)
This is your moment to be part of something new - and help build momentum behind our mission to achieve a better walking environment and inspire people to walk more.
Registration Information
- Registration fee: £30
- Minimum fundraising pledge: £350
- Age requirement: You must be 17 or older on race day
Once you have registered, you will receive an email with next steps,
fundraising tips, training plans and further support every step of the way.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Can I join Team Living Streets if I already have my own place?
Yes! Own place runners are very welcome. There’s no minimum fundraising amount - just raise what you can.
How do I set up my fundraising page?
Once you have registered and paid for your running place, please set up an online fundraising page at Royal Parks Half Marathon - JustGiving. You can add this to social media and email to your contacts to sponsor you. The funds will automatically be sent to Living Streets.
When will I get my fundraising pack?
You will receive a welcome email with your fundraising pack within one week of registering. A running vest will also be sent out to you closer to the event date.
Will Living Streets have a cheer point?
We hope to have a cheering station along the route, although this is subject to confirmation at this point.
Who can I contact for more information
Please email [email protected]
SIGN UP FOR ROYAL PARKS HALF MARATHON
Run the most scenic half marathon. This stunning race takes place on closed roads through four Royal Parks and past world-famous landmarks.