Crystal Palace Half Marathon
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Crystal Palace 5k, 10k, Half Marathon & Juniors
The event takes place on Sunday 31 January 2027 in Crystal Palace Park, London SE19 2BB. It is organised around the Crystal Palace Park athletics track and uses the park roads and paths.
The course is undulating, set on the Norwood Ridge, and passes the park's dinosaur area. The event is lapped: runners will complete one lap for the 5k, two laps for the 10k and four laps (plus a mini loop) for the half marathon. Kilometre signs, arrows and marshals are provided around the course.
Distances
- Half Marathon: four laps plus one mini loop on park roads and paths
- 10k: two laps on park roads and paths
- 5k: one lap on park roads and paths
- Juniors: separate junior route within the park
Entries include a themed medal, free race photos, chip-timed results, post-race goodies and access to a bag drop. There is an event village with food and drink and free finish-line items. Water is provided at the 5k point and at the finish. Race day facilities include a secure baggage marquee and portaloos.
Transport notes: the park is within walking distance of Crystal Palace and Penge West stations; there is limited paid parking inside the park. Buggy runners and wheelchair athletes are welcome; dogs are not permitted inside the athletics track or to run in the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
