The Farnborough Half Marathon is an annual event offers runners a fully traffic-free, mostly flat and fast route that starts and finishes under the iconic airship hangar at Farnborough Business Park in Farnborough, Hampshire. The event is presented as one of the first major half marathons of the year in the South of England and is particularly well-suited for runners aiming for personal best times. With a start time of 09:00 am, it offers a welcoming winter running atmosphere, full participant support, and the organisational backing of 209 Events. Entry details show the affiliated price at £40 and unaffiliated at £42 for the half distance.
Race
The half-marathon distance (~13.1 miles or ~21.1 km) is the main race for the Farnborough event. Featuring a one-lap course that begins and ends beneath the historical airship hangar, runners benefit from a predominantly flat, rural and traffic-free route through the Farnborough Business Park area and surrounding countryside. With excellent support and infrastructure, this distance offers a strong opportunity for personal bests while still being accessible to dedicated runners at all levels.
Weather based on historical averages.
FAQs
What is the Farnborough Half?
How long is the Farnborough Half?
Where does the Farnborough Half take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Farnborough Half?
How can I prepare for the Farnborough Half?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Farnborough Half?
The half-marathon distance (~13.1 miles or ~21.1 km) is the main race for the Farnborough event. Featuring a one-lap course that begins and ends beneath the historical airship hangar, runners benefit from a predominantly flat, rural and traffic-free route through the Farnborough Business Park area and surrounding countryside. With excellent support and infrastructure, this distance offers a strong opportunity for personal bests while still being accessible to dedicated runners at all levels.
The Farnborough Half is 21km long.
The Farnborough Half takes place in Farnborough Business Park in Farnborough, Hampshire, United Kingdom.
Runna classifies the Farnborough Half elevation profile as Flat.
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 Farnborough Half?
The half-marathon distance (~13.1 miles or ~21.1 km) is the main race for the Farnborough event. Featuring a one-lap course that begins and ends beneath the historical airship hangar, runners benefit from a predominantly flat, rural and traffic-free route through the Farnborough Business Park area and surrounding countryside. With excellent support and infrastructure, this distance offers a strong opportunity for personal bests while still being accessible to dedicated runners at all levels.
How long is the Farnborough Half?
The Farnborough Half is 21km long.
Where does the Farnborough Half take place?
The Farnborough Half takes place in Farnborough Business Park in Farnborough, Hampshire, United Kingdom.
What is the elevation gain of the Farnborough Half?
Runna classifies the Farnborough Half elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Farnborough Half?
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 Farnborough Half?
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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