Richmond Park Marathon

Richmond, United Kingdom • 24 May 2026

Richmond Park Marathon

The Richmond Park Marathon is a full marathon organised by 1 Mile 2 Go Events. It takes place on 24 May 2026 and is UK Athletics affiliated. The race distance is 26.2 miles (42.2 km).

  • 26.2 miles (full marathon)
  • First lap: 12 miles
  • Laps two and three: 7.1 miles each

Course and race logistics

The course is three laps of Richmond Park with the start and finish area close to Sheen Gate on the north side of the park. The first lap runs around the park perimeter and cuts through the centre; the second and third laps follow the Tamsin Trail around the park. The route includes hills on each lap. A lead cyclist, signs and arrows will mark the course. Chip timing and a timing clock are used, and there is a course cut-off of 6 hours 30 minutes. Race marshals and medical support, including an ambulance response and bicycle medical support, will be on site.

Facilities and other information

Drink stations offering water and energy gels are located near Sheen Gate, near the top of Broomfield Hill, and near Ham Gate. Public toilets and portaloos are available at Sheen Gate and several other park gates. Limited car parking is available at Sheen Gate; additional parking is on nearby roads and at Roehampton Gate about 1 mile away. Mortlake train station is about a 15-minute walk from Sheen Gate. Entrants aged 18 to 99 are eligible; typical entry fees are around £53–£55. Prize giving and finisher medals and goody bags are provided. The event is run as a non-profit with surplus funds given to a chosen charity. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

26 mi
Marathon
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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