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Hardy Half

Name: Hardy Half
Start: 2026-05-10
End: 2026-05-10
Location: Dorchester

Dorchester, United Kingdom • 10 May 2026

Hardy Half

This event runs through Dorset countryside associated with the writer Thomas Hardy. Two distance options tour the local landscape and both set their entry fees to raise funds for local good causes.

The course surfaces are mainly trail with sections of more demanding terrain. The half marathon route involves about 1400 ft of climbing. Road sections will be closed for the race and there will be entertainment positioned along the routes.

The start and finish are at Dorchester Rugby Club, Coburg Road, DT1 2HX. An event village at the rugby club provides post-race refuelling and facilities for participants and spectators.

Distances Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Original Hardy Half: half marathon distance, about 1400 ft elevation
Half Hardy Half: five mile route, mainly trail

United Kingdom South West (England) Dorchester

Race information

Registration

13 mi

The Original Hardy Half

5 mi

Half Hardy Half

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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