Hendy Tunbridge Wells Half Marathon
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Event
The Tunbridge Wells Half Marathon is organised by Tunbridge Wells Harriers and takes place in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent. The next edition is scheduled for 22 February 2026 and the race base is at Fusion Sports Centre, St John's Road, Tunbridge Wells, TN4 9TX. The event distance is Half Marathon.
The race has been hosted by the club for over 40 years and is one of the larger events organised by a running club. It was voted the No.2 Half Marathon in the UK by Runners World readers in 2011.
Course and logistics
The course is a one-lap, road-closed route on public roads described as undulating. The route includes a noted 300 ft ascent of Spring Hill in Fordcombe. Detailed route maps and GPX files are made available, and there is a strict 3 hour cut off time because of road closure regulations.
Accessibility measures introduced previously will be retained, including additional toilets on the course and a designated Quiet Zone at Race HQ; Quiet Zone places can be reserved once an entry is booked. Entries receive event information before race day. Included or available on race day are a bespoke medal, trophies and prizes for leading runners, and a race t-shirt available to purchase for £12. There is no parking at race HQ; dedicated race day car parks and public car parks are available within about a mile. Transfers to another athlete are allowed up to the Friday before race day. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.