A group of marathon runners taking part in the Hackney Half marathon

Hackney Half

Dash through 13.1 miles of East London with vibrant street art, music and entertainment following you each step of the way.

When:
Where:
London

A Half Marathon with a difference. Experience the incredible Wizz Air Hackney Half Marathon on 19 May 2024. Run through London’s most creative and inspiring borough with vibrant street art and entertainment on course.

Celebrate your 13.1 mile achievement with thousands in Hackney Marshes, complete with music, food, drink and a range of sports and wellbeing activities.

Did you know London is the home of 3 of our veterinary hospitals? Victoria, Hammersmith and Merton.

Our hospitals treat thousands of pets every year, with treatments ranging from routine neutering to complex operations. Victoria is thought to be the oldest of its kind in the world. It opened in 1906 and has never closed its doors to needy animals since. In 2001 it was rebuilt and has state-of-the-art veterinary facilities. We are also offering help to vulnerable pets and their owners in times of hardship with pet food banks at all hospital sites as we believe no pet should go hungry.

Take on the Hackney Half and you’ll be helping us change the lives of pets in need.

When: Sunday, 19 May 2024

Where: London

Runners taking part in the Hackney Half Marathon, London

Sponsorship

Registration fee: £20 (+ £0.80 booking fee)

Minimum sponsorship: £280

As part of the Blue Cross team you will receive:

  • your very own Blue Cross running vest
  • a runners fundraising pack
  • training plan and tips
  • dedicated support from us!

Places are limited so don’t miss your chance to run and raise funds for Blue Cross through this incredible challenge!

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— Page last updated 07/09/2023