Forest of Dean Autumn Half Marathon

Forest of Dean Autumn Half Marathon

The Forest of Dean Autumn Half Marathon is an annual half marathon run on forest trails in late September. The course is officially measured at 13 miles 192.5 yards and is laid out by the Forestry Commission. The route uses marked, waymarked tracks with yellow ground markings and mile markers and includes a number of hill sections and short gravel stretches. There are no road crossings on the course. The start and finish are at Speech House.

The event is organised by the Rotary Club of the Royal Forest of Dean with support from the Forestry Commission and local organisations. Proceeds are donated to charities both locally and nationally. Volunteers and local partners assist with marshaling and event operations.

Entrants must be 17 years or older on race day. Fees differ for UKA affiliated club members and non affiliated runners, with higher charges for late entries; no entries are permitted on race day. Runners who register by the official closure date receive personalised race bibs with integrated timing chips; late entrants may receive a generic bib.

Timing follows UKA rules with gun timing for official results and chip timing for individual performance. Bibs with integrated chips are issued on race morning and are not collected after the race. Water stations are sited at about 5 km intervals and drinks are available at the finish. Road running shoes or trainers are suitable; spikes should not be worn. Medical cover and radio communications are provided around the course. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.