Bath Half Marathon 2026

Crowd of runners in Bath

Run this 'big city' race starting and finishing in Bath's picturesque city centre all supporting a better future for seriously ill children.

The Bath Half Marathon is known for its surprisingly flat course despite the city's hilly terrain through its unique two-lap course running either side of the river Avon valley.

Event details

Sunday 15 March 2026

Bath, Somerset

Fundraising pledge: £250

Registration fee: £25 (£17.50 with code RUNS30)

Every kid needs a hero

Are you feeling inspired by our amazing team of TCS London Marathon runners? Join TeamGOSH for a running event in 2025 and help give seriously ill kids childhoods that are fuller, funner and longer.

Use code RUNS30 to get 30% off your registration fee. Be part of it. Be a TeamGOSH hero today. Ends 16 May 2025.

About the Bath Half Marathon course

The half marathon starts on Royal Avenue for the first lap taking you all along the rive Avon valley as you soak up Bath's stunning Georgian architecture before ending after the second lap on Queen Square for the finish.

Find out more about the route.

Photo of GOSH patient. She is sitting in a hospital bed and looking at the camera

Why we need you

Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity (GOSH Charity) needs your support more than ever. By fundraising, you'll help to fund:

  • groundbreaking research
  • advanced equipment
  • children and family support services
  • the rebuilding and refurbishment of wards and medical facilities within the hospital.

Take on the Bath Half for GOSH Charity and you'll receive:

  • A free GOSH Charity running top.

  • A digital welcome pack full of tips, advice and fundraising materials.

  • Access to professional training plans.

  • Dedicated support from GOSH Charity's Challenge Events team.