Leamington Spa Half Marathon

The Leamington Spa Half Marathon from Raceways takes place on Sunday, June 7, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM from the Pump Room Gardens in Royal Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, United Kingdom. This community event, returning for its ninth year with five consecutive sold-out editions, features a Half Marathon (13.1 miles) and a 15K run on a scenic, predominantly flat, traffic-free course through the town's elegant Regency streets, Warwickshire villages including Radford Semele, Hunningham, Weston on Weatherly, Cubbington and Offchurch, plus a free Kids Mile for younger family members.

Event Logistics and Participant Information:

• Registration: No entries on the day – entry must be made in advance. The event typically sells out early.
• Included for Runners: Finisher medal, t-shirt, chip timing, post-race snacks, and the chance to purchase race photography.
• Event Village: The Pump Room Gardens will host the #LeamHalf Event Village, a short distance from the start and finish lines, Event HQ, and the kids' zone.
• Kids Mile: Free to enter, hosted by charity partner Safeline, starts and ends next to the adult finish line. All children receive a free medal.
• Charity Partner: Safeline – offering free specialist, independent, tailored support to anyone affected by sexual abuse and rape, including free counselling and helplines, independent sexual violence advocates (ISVA), and prevention and early interventions. Since 1994, they have supported over 100,000 people.
• Safeline Contact: Warwickshire helpline 0808 800 5008; National male helpline 0808 800 5005; ISVA service [email protected]; online counselling 01926 402 498 or [email protected].
• Organizer: Raceways Events CIC – a community-interest company that has helped thousands of adults and children get active through well-organised, inclusive running events. Entry fees support local wellbeing and community projects.
• Post-Race: Stay and enjoy what the town has to offer – many lovely cafes and pubs nearby.
• Overall Rating: 4.2/5 based on 177 reviews.
• Charitable Impact: The event celebrates community spirit, bringing runners, spectators, volunteers, and local businesses together to support charity partners and create a positive impact.

Route Description – Half Marathon:

• Start: In the heart of Leamington Spa, close to the iconic Pump Room Gardens, onto wide, well-managed roads.
• Opening Miles: Wind through the town's elegant Regency streets with enthusiastic spectator support.
• Middle Section: Heads out onto quieter rural roads through Warwickshire villages including Radford Semele, Hunningham, Weston on Weatherly, Cubbington and Offchurch – featuring open countryside views, gentle undulations, and long straight stretches ideal for maintaining steady pace.
• Traffic-Free & Marshalled: The route remains traffic-free and clearly marshalled, allowing participants to focus fully on their run.
• Final Miles: Loops back towards Leamington Spa, passing green spaces and residential areas with renewed crowd support.
• Finish: Close to the start area in the centre of Royal Leamington Spa.

Route Description – 15K:

• Similar scenic route through the heart of Leamington Spa and surrounding Warwickshire countryside, starting at 8:30 AM.

Route and Atmosphere:

• Scenic Setting: Combines historic Regency town streets with classic Warwickshire villages, farms, fields, and open countryside.
• Terrain: Predominantly flat and fast – ideal for personal bests. Well-managed roads and quiet rural lanes.
• Community Spirit: An organised community run created for everyone – seasoned athletes, casual joggers, and first-time half marathoners. Come together, cheer each other on, and help keep the tradition for the town.
• Family Day Out: The free Kids Mile, event village, and town centre location make for a memorable family day out.
• Spectator Experience: Friends and family can cheer along the Regency streets of Leamington Spa, enjoy the Pump Room Gardens event village, and celebrate finishers at the town centre finish line.
• Motto: Everything is #POSSIBLE. Be Amazing // Always.

The Leamington Spa Half Marathon from Raceways – returning for its ninth year – offers a scenic, predominantly flat half marathon and 15K run through Royal Leamington Spa and Warwickshire countryside, plus a free Kids Mile, all supporting local wellbeing projects and charity partner Safeline.