Ilkley Half Marathon
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Event Overview
The Ilkley Half Marathon is an annual road running event held in Ilkley, West Yorkshire. Organized by the Ilkley Round Table, the race takes place on a course that features fully closed roads, providing a dedicated environment for participants. The event route travels through the Yorkshire countryside, starting and finishing in the vicinity of Denton Road.
The event serves as a fundraiser for local organizations across Wharfedale. Since its inception in 2019, the race has generated between £20,000 and £50,000 annually for community causes. For the 2026 edition, participants have the option to donate to the LS29 Special Needs Support Group, a local organization that provides activities and support networks for families of children with additional needs.
Race Details
The main distance available for participants is:
- 21.1 km (Half Marathon)
The event is open to various experience levels and does not require specific qualification times for entry. Registration is managed through a dedicated platform which remains open until early July 2026. Participants are permitted to edit their details or transfer their entry to another person until late June 2026. The staging area is located at Denton Road, Ilkley, and can be located using the What3Words address jugs.countries.steepest. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
