Taking place on August 31, 2025, the Southampton Running Festival invites participants of all ages to enjoy a day of running in the heart of Southampton. The festival offers a variety of race options, including a 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, and junior races, all starting and finishing at Southampton Common. Runners will traverse scenic routes featuring woodlands, grasslands, ponds, wetlands, lakes, and parkland, providing a picturesque backdrop for both seasoned and novice runners. The event is organized by RunThrough UK, known for hosting well-organized and community-focused races.
Races
Half Marathon
10km
5km
Race Date:
31 August, 2025
The Southampton Running Festival Half Marathon, organized by RunThrough Events, returns to Southampton Common on August 31, 2025. Featuring a 168-meter elevation gain, this 13.1-mile race showcases the scenic beauty of the Common’s woodlands and grasslands.
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FAQs
What is the Southampton Running Festival?
How long is the Southampton Running Festival?
Where does the Southampton Running Festival take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Southampton Running Festival?
How can I prepare for the Southampton Running Festival?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Southampton Running Festival?
The Southampton Running Festival Half Marathon, organized by RunThrough Events, returns to Southampton Common on August 31, 2025. Featuring a 168-meter elevation gain, this 13.1-mile race showcases the scenic beauty of the Common’s woodlands and grasslands.
The Southampton Running Festival is 21km long.
The Southampton Running Festival takes place in Southampton, UK.
The Southampton Running Festival elevation gain is 168 meters, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 personalized 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 Southampton Running Festival?
The Southampton Running Festival Half Marathon, organized by RunThrough Events, returns to Southampton Common on August 31, 2025. Featuring a 168-meter elevation gain, this 13.1-mile race showcases the scenic beauty of the Common’s woodlands and grasslands.
How long is the Southampton Running Festival?
The Southampton Running Festival is 21km long.
Where does the Southampton Running Festival take place?
The Southampton Running Festival takes place in Southampton, UK.
What is the elevation gain of the Southampton Running Festival?
The Southampton Running Festival elevation gain is 168 meters, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
How can I prepare for the Southampton Running Festival?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 Southampton Running Festival?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized 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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