Sherwood Half Marathon

Mansfield, United Kingdom • 15 Mar 2026

The Sherwood Half Marathon is a scenic, family-friendly race held at Sherwood Pines in Nottinghamshire, set within the iconic Sherwood Forest. The event offers multiple distances including a new 20-mile race, a half marathon, a 10k, and a junior run, catering to all abilities from novices to seasoned runners. The course features multi-terrain, undulating forest trails that provide picturesque scenery, making it ideal for spring marathon training. Participants enjoy a friendly atmosphere, bespoke medals, free race photographs, and prizes for leading runners. Convenient parking and accessible transport options add to the event’s appeal. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

20 mi
20 Mile
21 km
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
Junior Run
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