Darlington Half Marathon

Darlington, United Kingdom

Sunday, December 6, 2026

Distance

21.1km

Start Time

09:00

Terrain

Road

Difficulty

Beginner

Overview

Join us for the Darlington Half Marathon on Sunday 6th December 2026. Take on a brand-new, fully road-closed Half Marathon in the North East. Starting in the heart of Darlington, this flat 13.1-mile route combines a lively town-centre start, long flowing countryside miles, and a memorable High Street finish.

Lively town-centre start
Scenic countryside miles
High Street finish

The practical side

Start / Finish

Start

Heart of Darlington

Finish

High Street, Darlington

Terrain

Road

Route

The course heads west out of town before opening onto the quiet rural roads of County Durham, where wide views and uninterrupted stretches create ideal conditions for confident pacing. The final miles bring you back into Darlington, where growing crowds and a strong town-centre atmosphere lift you to the finish.

Good to know

What you get

Finisher medal

Race photos

Unique themed medal

Free race photos

Chip-timed results

Chip timingYes, chip-timed results are included with your entry.

Food after the finishPost race goodies

On the day

Marshals on course

First aid on course

Parking · PaidParticipants and spectators are encouraged to carpool or use public transport. Due to road closures on race day, plan your arrival and parking accordingly.

Public transportDarlington is accessible by train and road. The town centre is well-served by public transport.

Aid stationsAid stations and water stops are provided along the route, though specific details are not listed.

Before you enter

RefundsRefunds are not available for cancellations within 7 days of the event. You may transfer your entry to another RunThrough event if notified more than 7 days before.

TransfersTransfer to another event possible if informed more than 7 days before the event, subject to pricing structure.

If the race is cancelledIf the event is cancelled due to circumstances beyond control, committed contractors will be paid and remaining funds will be offered as partial refunds or donated to charity.

Bad weatherThe organisers hold the rights to amend/cancel any event at late notice due to adverse weather conditions. In such case, attempts will be made to reschedule and entries will be automatically transferred.

Minimum ageParticipants must be aged 17 or older on race day.

HeadphonesThere is no specific policy against headphones, but it is recommended to stay aware of your surroundings on open roads.

€48

per person · entry fee

Darlington, United Kingdom

Sunday, December 6, 2026

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