Kelpies Half Marathon
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Kelpies Half Marathon 2027
The Kelpies Half Marathon takes place on 25 September 2027 at Helix Park, Falkirk. This is the fourth edition of the event and it starts and finishes at the Kelpies horse sculptures. The course crosses the Firth of Forth using the Clackmannanshire Bridge and the Kincardine Bridge, passes through the village of Kincardine and uses paths and back roads around Skinflats. The route includes one short hill of about 30 metres and exposed sections with minimal shelter; a proposed cut off time is 2 hours 30 minutes.
The event is chip timed and chips are integrated into race numbers issued at registration. All finishers receive a commemorative medal and a T shirt. Organisers plan to provide two water stations on the route, a refill station at the Kelpies and paper cups that will be recycled. Active Root will supply a ginger sports drink at the finish.
The event has a fundraising partnership with Maggie’s Forth Valley, with a suggested fundraising target of £100; Maggie’s volunteers will be present near registration. Safety measures include extensive signage and marshals, first aid teams at the start and finish, and a request that competitors confirm safe arrival at the finish. Earphones and plugs are not allowed when crossing roads, bone conducting earphones are permitted. Prize categories include first three male and female overall and age categories O40, O50, O60 and O70. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
