Explore Dorset's historic county town in a friendly and inclusive Half Marathon or 10km using pavements, cycle paths and quiet urban sections.
Sunday 4 October 2026 • Dorchester
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Join us for a welcoming Half Marathon and 10km around Dorset's historic county town, starting and finishing at Dorchester Cricket Club.
The routes are mainly on pavements and cycle paths, giving runners an accessible and enjoyable way to experience the town and surrounding area.
Whether you are chasing a personal best, building towards a new goal or simply enjoying a relaxed day of running, runners, walkers and Jeffers are all welcome.
Enjoy historic streets, green spaces and well-used local paths in an event designed to be friendly, accessible and enjoyable for every ability.
View the route profiles below. You can also open the event on Ride with GPS.
Please read this section before race day.
Parking opens: 07:00
Registration: 07:30 – 09:00
All routes start: 09:15
You can view the full route map using the link below.
There are no printed maps at the event. Please download and print your own if required.
The routes are marked, but signs can occasionally be moved. We recommend downloading the route to your phone or navigation device.
Marshals will be located at course splits where applicable.
There is no formal cut-off for this event.
Runners on all routes must return to the event venue by 14:00 or be collected by the broom wagon.
Please note we do not supply gels. We cannot guarantee products are free from nuts, gluten or wheat. If you have specific food needs, please carry your own supplies.
Aid 1: TBC — Half Marathon and 10km
Aid 2: TBC — Half Marathon only
Included as part of your entry.
Not everyone wants or values a medal, so we've made it optional. You can choose to enter with or without one.
To receive a finisher's medal, you need to enter by 4 September. This is the cut-off date for us to place the medal order.
Entries remain open after this date, but late entrants will take part without a medal.
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On the day costs are £45.00 for all routes.
Useful local travel links for runners visiting Dorchester.
There is a Premier Inn in Dorchester close to the start/finish, plus several other hotels nearby.
Dorchester is served by local train links from surrounding areas.
Please check travel and parking before event day.