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The Royal Parks Half Marathon is London’s original half marathon.
Lucky participants get to run on closed roads through many of the capital’s world-famous landmarks and four of London’s eight Royal Parks – Hyde Park, The Green Park, St James’s Park and Kensington Gardens. Take on this iconic London route, and experience a run like no other!
Secure your place in the Royal Parks Half Marathon 2025 with Breakthrough T1D today!
Sign up for a charity place
If you secure your own place with the race organisers or your running club, we would be delighted to have you join Team Breakthrough T1D and we will support you every step of the way.
You will receive all the benefits of a charity place runner – with no minimum sponsorship requirement! Fill out our own place form today.
Register your own place
Registration fee: £35 Minimum fundraising target: £350
Our support includes:
*Your Breakthrough T1D running vest will be sent to you once you have raised £100 towards your overall target. Vests are usually sent 1-2 months before the event.
Don’t hesitate to get in touch with us on events@breakthrought1d.org.uk. We look forward to hearing from you!
Take on this iconic London route with Team Breakthrough T1D and experience a run like no other!
If this event doesn’t quite fit the bill, there are loads more to choose from. Have a browse of our other running events:
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Join 15,000 other runners on this flat, picturesque course through the heart of Georgian Bath!
The Brighton Marathon takes you from Preston Park, through the heart of the city and along the iconic seafront.
From Pall Mall to Downing Street, runners will explore London's landmarks and hidden secrets on a route like no other.
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