Slaley Hall & Forest Half Marathon

Hexham, United Kingdom • 15 Nov 2026

Event overview

Slaley Hall & Forest Half Marathon and 10K takes place on 15 November 2026 at Slaley Hall, Coal Road, Hexham, NE47 0BX. The event is set on estate grounds and forest south of Hexham on the edge of the North Pennines AONB. Routes use forest trails and historic estate grounds within the Slaley Hall area, which sits within about 1,000 acres of woodland and countryside.

Race details

  • Half Marathon - 13.1 miles Includes 7 miles around Slaley Forest
  • 10km - 6.2 miles Single lap of the Slaley Hall grounds

Live chip timing is provided by Timing Up North. All finishers receive an event medal, Wild Deer merchandise, a bacon sandwich or alternative, and a hot drink inside the hotel. The hotel bar is open for additional refreshments after the event. One well-controlled dog per runner is allowed; dogs must remain on a lead. Free parking is available on site. An event T-shirt can be added during registration for £12. Registration opens 18/11/2025 and closes 11/11/2026. Prices listed for entries include example amounts of £28.00 and £32.00 plus fees for standard entries. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

13 mi
Half Marathon Trail Run
10 km
10km Trail Run
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