City Of Newport Half Marathon
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Event overview
The 2026 KLA City of Newport Half Marathon is a road race held in Newport, Wales, on 01 March 2026. The course runs through the heart of the City of Newport and the historic village of Caerleon, including pathways along the river Usk and sections through the city centre. Proceeds from the event support St David’s Hospice Care; the event reports funds raised for the hospice and ongoing service statistics. The race lists a field of around 2,500 runners.
Race details and practical information
- Distance: 13.1 miles.
The event offers a bespoke finisher medal for all finishers. Finisher t-shirts are optional to reduce waste; entrants can opt out at registration and donate the shirt cost to the hospice. Category prizes are awarded and the race is run under UK Athletics licensing and rules. The race notes that in-ear headphones are not permitted where road closure conditions make them unsafe, consistent with UKA and World Athletics guidance. Entry options and fees vary by period and status, with a charity place fee shown at £15.00 and regular entry fees listed up to £40.00 for unaffiliated athletes. Event headquarters and the start location are given as Usk Way, Newport NP20 2BP, with additional information provided on parking and road closures. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
