Chichester Festival of Running
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Chichester Half Marathon
The Chichester Half Marathon is held in partnership with More Leisure and is returning for its 14th year. The part closed road route starts in the centre of Chichester and passes landmarks such as Chichester Cathedral, The Cross and the ancient Roman Walls before moving onto the South Downs.
The course includes a climb to The Trundle, offering wide views across Chichester, Goodwood and the south coast. The second half descends along Centurion Way for a largely downhill return into the city. The event lists route elevations for its main distances.
Available distances include:
- 21k Half Marathon, part closed road route, elevation gain 231 m
- 12k Medium Route, elevation gain 76 m
- 7 mile route option
- Inclusive Mile
Entries include chip timing, a bib number, water stations, first aid provision, encouraging marshals, finisher goodies, a metal finishers medal and a personalised certificate. The event operates a plastic-free approach at water stations and expects reusable cups or bottles to be used. Course signage uses pink arrows and pink tape; hazards and junctions are marked with caution signs. Spectators are welcome at the event. On the day, runners collect their bib at registration on arrival and will find first aid located at on-course aid stations and the event centre. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
