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10 of the Best Autumn Half Marathons

Autumn typically offers runners a rich selection of races, including many top quality half marathons. Below is a list of 12 half marathons that we think are worth adding to your to-do list.

Belfast Half Marathon

Belfast Half Marathon

An ever-popular race in centre of Northern Ireland's capital city. Those lucky enough to run will experience a race to remember.

Ealing Half Marathon

Ealing Half Marathon

A Triple Gold award-winning race, taking runners through and around the streets of one of London's finest areas.
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Loggerheads Half Marathon

Loggerheads Half Marathon

A multi-terrain event hosted by OutFit Personal Fitness. A fun race for both teams of 3, and individual runners.
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Great Scottish Run

Great Scottish Run

An ever-popular race. Starting from the city centre George Square, run through Glasgow's achitecturally rich city streets and nearby parks. Great crowd support can be expected all along the route.

Eden Project Half Marathon

Eden Project Half Marathon

Run half marathon through Cornwall's dramatic Clay Country.
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Run Alton Towers Half Marathon

Run Alton Towers Half Marathon

Run 13.1 miles through the Alton Towers Resort and Theme Park, starting and finishing amongst the rides.
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Essex Remembrance Run Half Marathon

Essex Remembrance Run Half Marathon

A popular race, marking remembrance day. Based at Carver Barracks, the ex-World War 2 airfield formerly known as Debden Airfield, the venue offers a flat and fast route that is popular with athletes chasing a PB.
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Great North Run

Great North Run

The world's largest half marathon. Known for it's amazing atmosphere and super-friendly crowds, this iconic race plays hosts to 59,000 athletes and fun runners as they run from Newcastle to South Shields.
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Robin Hood Half Marathon

Robin Hood Half Marathon

If you like Robin Hood, this is a half marathon for you. Join thousands of other runners, running through the streets of Nottingham, passing Nottingham Castle and many other Robin Hood-related landmarks.
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Coigach Half Marathon

Coigach Half Marathon

If you like great scenery, this half marathon hosted in beautiful Achiltilbuie is one for you. With plenty of space for social-distancing, run 13.1 miles through some of the most stunning Scottish landscapes, with fantastic views of nearby mountains and islands.
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Honourable mentions
The above list is not a top 10, but the races are definitely among the best taking place during the autumn months. Other favourites include Richmond RunFest Half Marathon, Cardiff Half Marathon, Bath Half Marathon, Manchester Half Marathon and the Henly Half Marathon.