Marathon runners running past Buckingham Palace as part of the Royal Park half

Royal Parks Half Marathon

The Royal Parks Half Marathon is London’s original half marathon. Run on closed roads through four of the eight beautiful Royal Parks as well as being the greenest race of its kind in the UK.

When:
Where:
Hyde Park, London

Run 13.1 miles on a flat, picturesque course that takes you through four of London’s Royal Parks. You’ll run through Hyde Park, St James’s Park and Kensington Gardens, and past Buckingham Palace.

Did you know London is the home of three 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 Royal Parks Half and you’ll be helping us change the lives of pets in need.

When: Sunday, 13 October 2024

Where: Hyde Park, London

Sponsorship

Registration fee: £25 (+ £1.00 booking fee)

Minimum sponsorship: £350

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 amazing challenge!

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