Burnham Beeches Half Marathon
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Event Overview
The Burnham Beeches Half Marathon and 10K takes place at Caldicott School in Farnham Royal, Slough. This event celebrates its 45th running in 2026 and utilizes a course layout set in a clockwise direction. Participants travel through the Burnham Beeches ancient woodland, following a route consisting of closed roads and hard-surfaced paths.
Distances
- 13.1 Miles
- 10 km
Course Conditions and Regulations
The course features a shaded environment provided by the woodland canopy. To ensure the safety of all participants, a cut-off time of 3 hours is in place for the half marathon distance. The event is conducted under EA race rules, which prohibit the use of standard headphones; only bone-conducting headphones are permitted. The tracks are not suitable for wheelchairs, and participants may not be accompanied by dogs, pushchairs, or cyclists. All entrants must be at least 18 years old on race day.
Facilities and Sustainability
The event village is located at Caldicott School and includes water stations where runners can refill personal bottles. In an effort to minimize environmental impact, single-use plastics are limited, and no finisher shirts are provided. Participants receive a commemorative medal upon completion. On-site tap water is available for bottle refills, and three water stations are positioned along the course. Paid VIP parking is available as an optional facility, though the school swimming pool is not accessible for this edition of the race. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
