Oxford Half Marathon News & Stories
Browse news and stories about the Oxford Half Marathon – an annual 13.1-mile road race that takes place in Oxford, bringing together thousands of runners of all abilities to take on a scenic route through the city. The race starts and finishes in Oxford city centre and is known for its flat, fast course, making it popular with first-time half-marathon runners as well as those chasing personal bests.
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Oxford Half 2026 runners raise more than £26,000 for Homeless Oxfordshire charity
More than 120 runners raised £26,057 for Homeless Oxfordshire at the 2027 Oxford Half Marathon. The money could almost fund a support worker for a year, helping people experiencing homelessness access the support they need to rebuild their lives.
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Oxford Half 2027 sells out standard entries in just four hours
Standard entries for the 2027 Oxford Half sold out within four hours of the 2026 race finishing, setting a new record. Charity places and a limited number of premium tickets remain available for next October’s event.
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Oxford Half 2026 attracts 15,000 registered runners as charity fundraising tops £1.3m
The Oxford Half brought 15,000 registered runners to the city on Sunday 11 October, raising more than £1.3m for charity. The 15th anniversary event also featured more than 1,000 schoolchildren completing the Oxford Schools’ Challenge.
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Oxford Half Marathon 2026: the road closures and traffic restrictions you need to know about
Oxford Half Marathon 2026 will bring extensive road closures and traffic restrictions across Oxford on Sunday 11 October, with some roads affected from 6.00am.
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Oxford Half 2026: everything you need to know ahead of this year’s race
The Oxford Half returns on Sunday 11 October with 15,000 runners taking on a 13.1-mile route through the city. Here’s everything you need to know, from the route and race-day timings to travel, road closures and where to watch.
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Harwell grandfather to run Oxford Half Marathon for charity that supported twin grandsons
Harwell grandfather John Porter will run the Oxford Half Marathon on 11 October to raise money for SSNAP, the Oxford charity that supported his family after his twin grandsons were born three months premature.
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Oxford Half outpaces competition as 2026 race sells out in weeks
The Oxford Half has sold out in under three weeks for 2026, with 15,000 runners set to take part. Rising demand and a fast city-centre course continue to make the race one of the UK’s most popular half marathons.
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Helen & Douglas House named headline charity partner for Oxford Half 2026
Helen & Douglas House has been named Headline Charity Partner for the 2026 Oxford Half Marathon. The partnership will give the Oxford-based children’s hospice more runner places than ever, helping raise vital funds to support terminally ill children and their families.
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The unmissable annual events in Oxford taking place in 2026
Oxford is packed with culture, creativity and community. From the Oxford Literary Festival in March to the vibrant May Morning celebrations and the Oxford Half Marathon later in the year, these are the can’t-miss events taking place across the city in 2026.
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Oxford bus driver overcomes illness and injury to complete Oxford Half Marathon
Oxford Bus Company driver Mark Temple fought illness and injury to complete the Oxford Half Marathon, raising £420 for Sobell House Hospice. Finishing in 1:32:15, he now plans to cycle from Liverpool to Oxford in his next charity challenge.
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Biggest ever Oxford Half takes over the city as plans begin for 2026 event
More than 13,000 runners took to Oxford’s streets for the city’s biggest ever Oxford Half Marathon, raising over £1.2m for charity. The sold-out event featured an improved route and an incredible atmosphere of community spirit and achievement.
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Everything you need to know about the Oxford Half 2025
The Oxford Half Marathon returns on 12 October 2025 with a brand-new route, 13,000 runners, and live entertainment along the course. From road closures to race timings, here’s your complete guide to Oxford’s biggest running event of the year.
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Oxford Bus Company to operate shuttle bus service for Oxford Half Marathon
Oxford Bus Company will operate a special shuttle bus service on Sunday, 12 October, to support runners and volunteers participating in the Oxford Half Marathon. Services will run from Pear Tree, Redbridge and a temporary Unipart Park & Ride to University Parks from 7.00am.
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Prime Suspect actor’s widow to run Oxford Half Marathon for Sobell House Hospice
Widow of Prime Suspect actor John Turner is running the Oxford Half Marathon in his memory, raising funds for Sobell House Hospice, which cared for him during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Oxford Half marathon unveils new route with Mansfield Road start and finish
The Oxford Half marathon will introduce a redesigned route this year, featuring a Mansfield Road start and finish, extended loops in Summertown and Banbury Road, and new logistics aimed at easing congestion for runners, spectators, and Oxford businesses.
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Oxford half marathon 2025 sells out as city prepares to welcome 13,000 runners
The Oxford Half Marathon 2025 has sold out, with general and charity places filled. On 12 October, 13,000 runners will race through the city, raising funds for good causes, as University Parks hosts a vibrant event village for all.