Expected February 2028
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This popular event has a strong history within the running community and has been taking place for over 40 years! Join a day of running, community spirit and exciting experiences. The event features three distances: a 1.8km Fun Run, 10K, and Half Marathon, all starting from Cassiobury Park in Watford.
Fully closed roads
Scenic countryside lanes behind Grove Hotel and Golf Course
Passes through Bucks Hill, Commonwood Common, and Chandlers Cross
Stunning finish at Cassiobury Park
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Cassiobury Park Avenue, Watford
Cassiobury Park
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What you get
Finisher medal
Chip timing
Race photos
Professional commentary
Musical entertainment
PB pacers
Event village with activities and stalls
Free professional photos
Lead car and cycle escort
On the day
Food vendors
Marshals on course
First aid on course
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Entry includes chip timing, finisher medal, finish line goodies, free professional photos, access to the event village, musical entertainment, professional commentary, and for the Half Marathon, a chance to win a £2000 spot prize.
Yes, there are pacers in both the 10K and half marathon. Look for pacers with their flags at the venue.
Yes, the Watford Half Marathon is described as ideal London Marathon training due to its challenging yet scenic route that tests skills and stamina.
The event has recycling bins, uses finish line water bottles made from recycled material, provides refill taps, uses paper cups at water stations, attaches signage with reusable garden wire instead of plastic cable ties, uses 'dynamic bib assignment' to reduce waste, and provides bike racking to promote cycling to the event.
This event features the Hertfordshire Senior Half Marathon Championships. To be eligible, you must have been born in Hertfordshire or been a resident for 9 months. Prizes are available for the first 3 men's and first 3 women's Hertfordshire Clubs Teams.
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Expected February 2028
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