Ilkley Half Marathon

United Kingdom flag Ilkley, Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom

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Date 11 Jul, 2027
Races 2 distances
Entry fee £18.39 – £33.44
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Ilkley Half Marathon

About the event

Experience the beauty of West Yorkshire's rolling landscapes at the Ilkley Half Marathon on July 11, 2027. This 13.1-mile race winds through the picturesque countryside around Ilkley, offering runners stunning views of the Yorkshire Dales' lush green hills and deep valleys. The challenging yet rewarding course features undulating terrain that tests even experienced athletes while providing breathtaking scenery for newcomers to enjoy. Join a community of passionate runners as you push your limits in one of England's most scenic races.
The event celebrates not just athletic achievement but also the spirit of camaraderie among participants, making it an unforgettable day out on the trails and roads around Ilkley. Whether you're aiming for personal bests or simply appreciating the stunning natural beauty along the way, this half marathon promises a memorable race experience.

Races offered

11Jul

5K

Running

Distance
5K
Countdown
239 days
Entry fee
£18.39
11Jul

Ilkley Half Marathon

Running

Distance
21.1K
Countdown
239 days
Entry fee
£33.44

Weather history

3-year monthly averages for July in Ilkley.

Temperature12.3° / 19.1°
Feels like10.0° / 16.6°
Sunshine hours10h 29m
Rainfall3.5 mm
Snowfall—
Wind15.1 km/h (Gentle breeze)
Humidity80.0%
Max UV indexModerate (5.6)
Sweat lossModerate
Course conditionsFirm and slightly soft
Sunrise04:57
Sunset21:27

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Ilkley is a town in West Yorkshire, part of the metropolitan borough of Bradford, with a population in 2021 of 15,000. It had a 19th-century heyday as a spa town, but the main reason to visit today is to walk the nearby countryside, especially Ilkley Moor.

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