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Bournemouth Bay Run

Name: Bournemouth Bay Run
Start: 2026-03-22
End: 2026-03-22
Location: Bournemouth

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calendar_today 22 Mar, 2026

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About the Event

Enjoy a classic coastal run along one of England's premier beaches at the Vitality Bournemouth Bay Run on Sunday, 22 March 2026. This fantastic event offers a distance for everyone with a Half Marathon starting at 10:00 AM, a 10k at 9:15 AM, a 5k in the afternoon, and a 1k Kids Fun Run, all set against the stunning backdrop of Bournemouth's seven-mile golden sands. The flat, fast, and scenic routes are fully chip-timed and part of the Dorset Road Race League, attracting both competitive runners and those seeking a beautiful spring challenge. With a strong commitment to sustainability, including the elimination of single-use plastics, and partnerships with major charities like Dorset Mind, it's a wonderfully organized and meaningful day out. Early bird entries are now open—secure your spot for a memorable run along the spectacular South Coast.

Races Offered

10 km

Mar 22, 2026

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Distance — 10K

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Type — Road running

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09:15

Half Marathon

Mar 22, 2026

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Distance — 21.1K

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Type — Road running

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10:00

1 km Family Run

Mar 22, 2026

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Distance — 1K

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Type — Road running

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81 days remaining

5 km

Mar 22, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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Type — Road running

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81 days remaining

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for March in Bournemouth.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 5.8° / 10.8°

wb_sunny 0.8° / 6.2°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 19.6 /

water_drop 82.6%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 5.8° / 10.8°

wb_sunny 0.8° / 6.2°

air 19.6 km/h

water_drop 82.6%

About Bournemouth

Bournemouth is a seaside resort town in the county of Dorset on the south coast of England. Bournemouth is known for its popularity with pensioners and has many residential care homes due to its constant and warm weather. However, it is still possible to find vibrant nightlife and youthful activities like watersports.