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EVENT CODE
01DOR26
EVENT DATE
04 OCT 2026
START / FINISH
DORCHESTER CRICKET CLUB
EVENT TYPE
ROAD RUNNING
AGE RANGE
12 - 90
PARKING
DT1 2EN
WHAT3WORDS
vegetable.begin.sulked
ENTRY COST
£30.00 / £22.50
MEDAL OPTION
OPTIONAL AT ENTRY
About the event
Description
Join us in Dorchester for a welcoming Half Marathon and 10km running event around the historic county town of Dorset.
Starting and finishing at Dorchester Cricket Club, the route is mainly on pavements and cycle paths, giving runners an enjoyable way to experience the town and surrounding area in a friendly event atmosphere.
The course is designed to be accessible and enjoyable for a wide range of abilities. Whether you're chasing a time, building towards a new goal, or simply looking for a relaxed and memorable day of running, this event offers a great mix of town scenery, support and local character.
Runners, walkers and jeffers are welcome.
Medals
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.
Parking
Parking for the event is at Fairfield car park. You must pay for parking.
There is no parking at the venue or start/finish location.
Specific event information
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.
Route MapThere 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.
- Energy drink
- Water
- Bananas
- Jellybeans or jelly babies
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
What's included
Included as part of your entry.
Signed routes
Free aid stations
Event photosRoute specific medal option
Timed event
First aid
Broom wagon
Food available to purchase
Drinks available to purchaseOn the day costs are £40.00 for all routes.
Local Hotel & Transport Links
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.