Rochford Half Marathon

FEB

8

2026

The Rochford Half Marathon runs from Rochford Square through quiet country lanes and open fields. Limited to 500 runners, this friendly, mainly flat winter race offers easy train access for a relaxed race day.

Sun 8 Feb 2026

Rochford, East of England

Registration

13 miles

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Event details

The Rochford Half Marathon is scheduled for Sunday 8 February 2026 in Rochford Square, Rochford, Essex. The event distance is 13.1 miles (half marathon). Organisers are RTC Events and JBR Run & Tri Club. Entry is limited to 500 runners. The published cut-off time for the course is 3 hours. Entries were listed as opening on 9 November 2025 and the advertised entry fee range is £36–£38. The race is open to entrants aged 17 and over on 08/02/2026.

Course and logistics

The course starts and finishes in Rochford Square and follows West Street into rural lanes through Great Stambridge and Canewdon before returning to Rochford. The route is described as mainly flat on quiet country roads with wide-open fields and village scenery. Parking options near the start include Rochford Train Station Car Park (SS4 1AY), Back Lane Car Park (SS4 1AY, free on Sunday) and Freight House Car Park (SS4 1AS, free on Sunday); all are stated to be within a five-minute walk of the start area. Rochford Station is served by Greater Anglia on the Liverpool Street to Southend Victoria line and is located opposite the registration headquarters and a short walk to the start. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

13 mi

Half Marathon