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Home > News & events > Fundraising events > Royal Parks Half Marathon 2026
Breakthrough T1D is proud to once again have charity places in the hugely popular Royal Parks Half Marathon for 2026, and we want you to join us.
A half marathon like no other, this 13.1 mile route takes you on closed roads through central London and through four of London’s famous Royal Parks – Hyde Park, St James’ Park, Green Park and Kensington Gardens.
Sign up today to experience the Royal Parks Half Marathon for yourself and make some memories to last a lifetime.
Register for one of our charity places in the Great North Run and join Team Breakthrough T1D:
Registration fee: £35 plus a small booking fee Minimum sponsorship target: £375
Sign up now
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’ll support you every step of the way.
You’ll receive all the benefits of a charity place runner – with no minimum sponsorship requirement!
Register your own place
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.
For more information, email Holly Cummings, Challenge and Sports Events Fundraiser.
Join us for the Royal Parks Half Marathon 2026 and help improve the lives of those living with type 1 diabetes.
If this event doesn’t quite fit the bill, there are loads more to choose from. Have a browse of our other running events:
Run, jog, or walk 50km or 100km this February and help fund vital research towards a cure for T1D.
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.
The adidas Manchester Marathon is one of Europe's largest marathons and an ideal event to get a personal best.
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