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Royal Parks Half Marathon

Date

11 October 2026

Sign up fee

£40

Fundraising target

£350

Distance

13.1 miles

Location

Hyde Park, London

On-the-day support

Picturesque park views

Expert training advice

Royal Parks Half Marathon

11 October 2026

About this event

Take on this closed road half marathon through four of the capital's most stunning royal parks: Hyde Park, Green Park, St. James', Park and Kensington Gardens. Running through the heart of the city, you'll pass iconic landmarks like Buckingham Palace, Horse Guards Parade, and Kensington Palace.

The route is flat and fast with some gentle hills perfect for first time runners or a pro aiming for a new personal best! 

Your fundraising page

Your fundraising page will be automatically set up when you register. Just give it a personal touch and share it! All fundraising from our Royal Parks Half Marathon team will help fund vital research and support services that help everyone with Parkinson's and those who love and care for them. 

In 2026, join our team for the Royal Parks Half Marathon and help us achieve our fundraising target of:

£122,000

£190 could fund a day's work for a research assistant preparing samples of brain tissue, helping find clues to the causes of Parkinson’s.

£500 could fund the equipment and local pitch hire to set up a walking football group, supporting people to get active.

£2,500 could fund a Parkinson's specialist physiotherapist for two weeks, helping with Parkinson's to keep active.

How we’ll support you:

  • A free Parkinson's UK running top
  • Tailored email updates including training tips from an expert coach 
  • Access to a range of fundraising materials and advice 
  • Amazing on the day support at our Parkinson's UK cheerpoint
  • Invitations to our exclusive social media groups
A parkinson's UK running waving at a Parkinson's UK cheerpoint

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