The Run Alton Towers Half Marathon, 10K & 5K is a unique annual race event held at the famous Alton Towers theme park in Staffordshire, UK. The event offers participants a chance to run either a challenging half marathon, 10K or a fun 5K race through the park’s picturesque grounds and around its world-renowned attractions. The race is known for its family-friendly atmosphere, with runners of all ages and abilities coming together to enjoy the event. Run Alton Towers provides an exciting and memorable experience, blending fitness with the thrill of being at one of the UK's top theme parks, making it a popular choice for both runners and spectators.
Races
Half Marathon
10 km
5km
Race Date:
16 November, 2025
The Run Alton Towers Half Marathon, with an elevation gain of 296 meters, provides a scenic and engaging 21.1 km course within the famed Alton Towers Theme Park. Scheduled for November 16, 2025, this RunThrough-organized event draws thousands of participants for a unique combination of running and post-race theme park fun.
Race Date:
15 November, 2025
The Run Alton Towers 10K lights up Saturday, 15 November 2025, inside the UK's largest theme park in Stoke-on-Trent, with the course weaving past iconic rides, gardens, and even through the park’s lakes. After crossing the finish line, runners earn a themed medal and bonus perks—like free entry to enjoy the rollercoasters and attractions—making it a run and theme-park day out rolled into one!
Race Date:
16 November, 2025
The Run Alton Towers 5k offers a thrilling experience for runners, featuring a 65-meter elevation gain over a 5 km course that winds through the park’s iconic landscapes. Taking place on November 16, 2025, this inclusive event, organized by RunThrough, welcomes participants of all levels to enjoy the excitement of running in a theme park setting.
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FAQs
What is the Run Alton Towers Half Marathon?
How long is the Run Alton Towers Half Marathon?
Where does the Run Alton Towers Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Run Alton Towers Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Run Alton Towers Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Run Alton Towers Half Marathon?
The Run Alton Towers Half Marathon, with an elevation gain of 296 meters, provides a scenic and engaging 21.1 km course within the famed Alton Towers Theme Park. Scheduled for November 16, 2025, this RunThrough-organized event draws thousands of participants for a unique combination of running and post-race theme park fun.
The Run Alton Towers Half Marathon is 21km long.
The Run Alton Towers Half Marathon takes place in Alton, Stoke-on-Trent, UK.
The Run Alton Towers Half Marathon elevation gain is 296 metres, which Runna classifies as a Moderate 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 Run Alton Towers Half Marathon?
The Run Alton Towers Half Marathon, with an elevation gain of 296 meters, provides a scenic and engaging 21.1 km course within the famed Alton Towers Theme Park. Scheduled for November 16, 2025, this RunThrough-organized event draws thousands of participants for a unique combination of running and post-race theme park fun.
How long is the Run Alton Towers Half Marathon?
The Run Alton Towers Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the Run Alton Towers Half Marathon take place?
The Run Alton Towers Half Marathon takes place in Alton, Stoke-on-Trent, UK.
What is the elevation gain of the Run Alton Towers Half Marathon?
The Run Alton Towers Half Marathon elevation gain is 296 metres, which Runna classifies as a Moderate race.
How can I prepare for the Run Alton Towers 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 Run Alton Towers 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!
What is the Run Alton Towers 10km?
How long is the Run Alton Towers 10km?
Where does the Run Alton Towers 10km take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Run Alton Towers 10km?
How can I prepare for the Run Alton Towers 10km?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Run Alton Towers 10km?
The Run Alton Towers 10K lights up Saturday, 15 November 2025, inside the UK's largest theme park in Stoke-on-Trent, with the course weaving past iconic rides, gardens, and even through the park’s lakes. After crossing the finish line, runners earn a themed medal and bonus perks—like free entry to enjoy the rollercoasters and attractions—making it a run and theme-park day out rolled into one!
The Run Alton Towers 10km is 10km long.
The Run Alton Towers 10km takes place in Alton, Stoke-on-Trent, UK.
The Run Alton Towers 10km elevation gain is 140 metres, which Runna classifies as a Moderate 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 Run Alton Towers 10km?
The Run Alton Towers 10K lights up Saturday, 15 November 2025, inside the UK's largest theme park in Stoke-on-Trent, with the course weaving past iconic rides, gardens, and even through the park’s lakes. After crossing the finish line, runners earn a themed medal and bonus perks—like free entry to enjoy the rollercoasters and attractions—making it a run and theme-park day out rolled into one!
How long is the Run Alton Towers 10km?
The Run Alton Towers 10km is 10km long.
Where does the Run Alton Towers 10km take place?
The Run Alton Towers 10km takes place in Alton, Stoke-on-Trent, UK.
What is the elevation gain of the Run Alton Towers 10km?
The Run Alton Towers 10km elevation gain is 140 metres, which Runna classifies as a Moderate race.
How can I prepare for the Run Alton Towers 10km?
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 Run Alton Towers 10km?
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 Run Alton Towers 5km?
How long is the Run Alton Towers 5km?
Where does the Run Alton Towers 5km take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Run Alton Towers 5km?
How can I prepare for the Run Alton Towers 5km?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Run Alton Towers 5km?
The Run Alton Towers 5k offers a thrilling experience for runners, featuring a 65-meter elevation gain over a 5 km course that winds through the park’s iconic landscapes. Taking place on November 16, 2025, this inclusive event, organized by RunThrough, welcomes participants of all levels to enjoy the excitement of running in a theme park setting.
The Run Alton Towers 5km is 5km long.
The Run Alton Towers 5km takes place in Alton, Stoke-on-Trent, UK.
The Run Alton Towers 5km elevation gain is 65 metres, which Runna classifies as a Moderate 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 Run Alton Towers 5km?
The Run Alton Towers 5k offers a thrilling experience for runners, featuring a 65-meter elevation gain over a 5 km course that winds through the park’s iconic landscapes. Taking place on November 16, 2025, this inclusive event, organized by RunThrough, welcomes participants of all levels to enjoy the excitement of running in a theme park setting.
How long is the Run Alton Towers 5km?
The Run Alton Towers 5km is 5km long.
Where does the Run Alton Towers 5km take place?
The Run Alton Towers 5km takes place in Alton, Stoke-on-Trent, UK.
What is the elevation gain of the Run Alton Towers 5km?
The Run Alton Towers 5km elevation gain is 65 metres, which Runna classifies as a Moderate race.
How can I prepare for the Run Alton Towers 5km?
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 Run Alton Towers 5km?
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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