Established to promote fitness and community engagement, the Colchester Half Marathon attracts runners of all levels. The course is known for its challenging terrain, including hilly sections and rural scenery, providing a rewarding experience for participants. The event features three water and Gatorade stations, professional computerized chip timing, mile signs, and volunteers at every turn to ensure a smooth race day. After the race, participants can enjoy a post-race carbo re-load party with hearty food and non-alcoholic beverages.
Race
Half Marathon
Race Date:
16 March, 2025
On March 16, 2025, the Colchester Half Marathon offers a unique opportunity to run through England's oldest recorded town, with a course that features a 123-meter elevation gain. Organized by The Robin Cancer Trust, this race combines urban streets with scenic countryside, providing a challenging yet picturesque experience for runners of all levels.
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FAQs
What is the Colchester Half Marathon?
How long is the Colchester Half Marathon?
Where does the Colchester Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Colchester Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Colchester Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Colchester Half Marathon?
On March 16, 2025, the Colchester Half Marathon offers a unique opportunity to run through England's oldest recorded town, with a course that features a 123-meter elevation gain. Organized by The Robin Cancer Trust, this race combines urban streets with scenic countryside, providing a challenging yet picturesque experience for runners of all levels.
The Colchester Half Marathon is 21km long.
The Colchester Half Marathon takes place in Colchester, England, UK.
The Colchester Half Marathon elevation gain is 123 metres, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Colchester Half Marathon?
On March 16, 2025, the Colchester Half Marathon offers a unique opportunity to run through England's oldest recorded town, with a course that features a 123-meter elevation gain. Organized by The Robin Cancer Trust, this race combines urban streets with scenic countryside, providing a challenging yet picturesque experience for runners of all levels.
How long is the Colchester Half Marathon?
The Colchester Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the Colchester Half Marathon take place?
The Colchester Half Marathon takes place in Colchester, England, UK.
What is the elevation gain of the Colchester Half Marathon?
The Colchester Half Marathon elevation gain is 123 metres, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
How can I prepare for the Colchester Half Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Colchester Half Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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