Forest of Dean Autumn Half Marathon
Coleford, United Kingdom • 28 Sep 2025
Event overview
The Forest of Dean Autumn Half Marathon takes place in the Forest of Dean on Sunday 28 September 2025. The event is organised by the Rotary Club of the Royal Forest of Dean with support from the Forestry Commission. Proceeds are used to support charities both locally and nationally.
Distances:
- 13 miles 192.5 yards (officially measured half-marathon)
- 5K run
Course, entries and race services
The half-marathon course runs entirely on forest trails with no road crossings. The route is way-marked and painted on the ground, uses mile-markers, and is generally on well-maintained tracks with some short gravel sections and a number of hills. The course starts and finishes at Speech House and will be marshalled and led by lead cyclists. Water stations are provided at approximately 5 km intervals and drinks are available at the finish. Road running shoes or trainers are acceptable; spikes should not be worn.
Entrants must be 17 years or older on race day. Entry fees vary by affiliation and by entry period. Every finisher receives a medal. Race timing uses gun timing for official results and chip timing for individual performance; bibs with integrated chips are issued on the morning of the event. Medical cover and radio communications are in place, with medical teams and mobile units stationed on the route. Photographs are taken during the race and made available afterwards. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.