Course & Elevation

The Bath Half Marathon is a scenic point-to-point course that starts in the historic city centre and winds through the beautiful Georgian landscapes and countryside surrounding Bath. Runners experience the charm of England's most elegant city before heading into the rolling countryside of the Avon Valley, finishing near the racecourse with iconic views of Bath's honey-coloured stone architecture.

Surface: road Profile: Rolling

🌤️ Weather

Temperature 8°C

Humidity 72%

Rain Chance 55%

Early spring conditions with cool temperatures and a moderate chance of rain typical for March in the UK. Layers are essential, with potential for wet ground sections particularly in the countryside portions.

🏆 Course Record

01:04:02

Mo Farah (2014)

Registration

Registration Opens September

Registration Closes February

Entry Cost £38-£68

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🎯 Fun Facts

▸ The Bath Half Marathon attracts nearly 60% female participants, making it one of the most gender-balanced major UK races.
▸ Mo Farah's course record of 1:04:02 from 2014 remains one of the fastest half-marathon times by an elite British distance runner.
▸ The race starts in the Roman Baths area and finishes near Bath Racecourse, offering runners views of UNESCO World Heritage architecture throughout.
▸ Over 18 nations are represented among international runners, with participants travelling from across Europe and beyond to experience Bath's historic streets.

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