St Helena Hospice Half Marathon
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Event overview
The St Helena Hospice Half Marathon takes place on 4 October 2026 at Low Road Recreational Ground, Harwich, CO12 3TA. The event includes two distances:
- Half Marathon
- 10k
The course is on tarmac and described as undulating. Route maps and GPX files are available for download. The event includes chip timing and a bespoke medal for finishers. Promenade sea views, an event village and fundraising opportunities are highlighted as features of the day. The organiser is St Helena Hospice, a Colchester-based charity providing palliative and end of life care and bereavement support in north east Essex.
Entry, age and logistics
Entry prices listed range from £27.00 to £43.00 depending on race and ticket type. HEROES ticket options include a charitable donation; a HEROES half marathon entry can help cover half an hour of support from a family support worker, while a HEROES 10k entry can cover a 30 minute advice and support session from a counsellor. Entrants must be 17 or older on 04/10/2026. Race headquarters is near Low Road Grass Car Park outside Dovercourt Bay Lifestyles, CO12 3TA. Parking is also listed at Harwich & Dovercourt High School and Mayflower Primary School in Harwich. Event information is sent to registered entrants before race day. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.