Richmond Park Marathon

Richmond Park Marathon

Richmond Park Marathon is a full marathon held within Richmond Park on a 26.2 mile (42.2 km) course. The route is three laps: an initial 12 mile lap that uses perimeter paths and cuts through the park, followed by two laps of the Tamsin Trail of about 7.1 miles each. The start and finish area is located close to Sheen Gate on the north side of the park.

The course is a trail route with notable hills on each lap. The route will be signposted and a lead cyclist will guide runners along the mapped course. Chip timing and a timing clock are used at the start and finish. Race packs including a timing chip, race number, safety pins, a bag tag and race instructions are posted to entrants ahead of the event.

Drink stations provide water and High Five energy gels at three main locations, with refreshments roughly available at about 3 miles, 5.5 miles, 8 miles, 12 miles, 14.5 miles, 17 miles, 19.5 miles, 22 miles and at the finish. Public toilets are available near Sheen Gate and at several other park gates. A designated baggage area operates near the start and finish; bags should be marked with the numbered tag provided. The event is UK Athletics affiliated and has a race cut off time of 6 hours 30 minutes. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.