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Hackney Half Marathon 2026

Join thousands of runners on a route that showcases the historic Broadway Market and vibrant street art of East London.
Location: Hackney, London Date: Sunday 17 May 2026 Price: £35 plus booking fee

Runners in Hackney Half Marathon being cheered

Event details

Join thousands of runners in the Hackney Half Marathon 2026 – the biggest half marathon in the capital city.

Following a fantastic route that showcases the historic Broadway Market and vibrant street art of East London, Hackney Half has it all! With live bands and entertainment throughout the course, this isn’t just a race, it’s a full-on festival.

This one-of-a-kind fast, flat route is perfect for new beginners or for seasoned-pros who are chasing a new PB!

Be part of team Breakthrough T1D and run these iconic streets – sign up today and raise funds to help find better treatments and a cure for type 1 diabetes.

How to enter the Hackney Half

Register for one of our charity places in the Hackney Half and join Team Breakthrough T1D:

  • Registration fee: £35 plus a small booking fee
  • Minimum sponsorship target: £350

Sign up for a charity place

 

Use your own place for the Hackney Half

If you secure your own place with the race organisers or your running club, we’d be delighted to have you join Team Breakthrough T1D and we will support you every step of the way.

You’ll receive all the benefits of a charity place runner – with no minimum sponsorship requirement!

Use your own place

How we’ll support you

  • A fundraising pack upon request
  • Fantastic stewardship
  • A Breakthrough T1D running vest*
  • Cheering materials for your family and friends

*Your Breakthrough T1D running vest will be sent to you once you create your fundraising page.

Get in touch

For more information, email Holly Cummings, Challenge and Sports Events Fundraiser at hcummings@breakthrought1d.org.uk.

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