Crystal Palace Half Marathon
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Crystal Palace Park 5K, 10K, Half Marathon and Juniors Fun Run
The event takes place at Crystal Palace Park Athletics Track, London SE19 2BB. It features multiple timed distances run on roads and paths inside the park, with the course described as undulating and passing the dinosaur park.
Distances include:
- Half Marathon
- 10K
- 5K
- Juniors Fun Run
The 5K is one lap, the 10K two laps and the half marathon four laps of the marked course. The half marathon route lists an elevation gain of 236 m. The park sits on the Norwood Ridge and offers views toward Central London, Greenwich and the North Downs.
Race operations include chip timing, km signs, marshals, arrows and a secure bag drop. Entries include a themed finisher medal, free race photos, post race goodies and water provided at the 5K point and at the finish. Race packs are posted to entrants by Sunday 15 November; entries after that collect packs at registration on the day. The event has an event village with food and partner stands, and spectators are welcome to use the park to view the course.
Accessibility notes: buggy runners and wheelchair athletes are welcome. Dogs are not permitted inside the athletics track. Parking within the park is limited; public transport and cycle parking are available. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
