Birmingham Black Country Half Marathon
Cradley Heath, United Kingdom • 4 Jul 2026
Birmingham Black Country Half Marathon
The Birmingham Black Country Half Marathon is a point to point race conducted along canal towpaths. The course begins in Wolverhampton City Centre and concludes in Brindley Place, Birmingham. Participants traverse various surfaces, including gravel tracks, unkept trails, and smooth pavement.
The event utilizes a time trial format where runners are seeded into waves based on their predicted finishing times. This system groups participants with others of similar abilities. The course is largely flat, with the only notable inclines occurring at canal locks and bridges. One significant feature of the route is the 360 metre Coseley Tunnel.
The course is supported by floating drink stations located on canal barges approximately every 3 miles. These stations provide water and electrolyte drinks to participants. Because the route is managed by the Canals and Rivers Trust, occasional diversions may be implemented by the land owners.
The race is open to various types of participants, including club runners, those running for personal challenges, and individuals representing charities. The finishing area in Brindley Place is situated near several local pubs and bars.
Available distances:
- 13.1 miles
All finishers receive a bespoke medal and a goody bag upon completing the route at the Birmingham finish line. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.