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Robin Hood
Robin Hood Half Mini Marathon
The Robin Hood Marathon, is a race in Nottingham, England held every year since 1981.
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2027 edition
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Countdown
326
days to 26 Sep 2027
- Distance
- Half Marathon
- Course
- Flat
- Climb
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- Entry
- £80
About
The race
The Robin Hood Marathon, is a race in Nottingham, England held every year since 1981. The race today incorporates a half-marathon in addition to the full marathon. The original race started and finished in the Old Market Square, in Nottingham City Centre. From 1982 onwards the race has started and finished from the Victoria Embankment (Nottingham) taking in some of Nottingham’s most historical and scenic sights, including the City Centre and Nottingham Castle, Wollaton Park, the University of Nottingham and the National Watersports Centre at Holme Pierrepont.In 2005 Runners World Magazine readers voted the race the number two marathon in the United Kingdom.The full marathon was dropped for the 2012 event because of "issues with the route around Holme Pierrepont". The half-marathon event was held on a revised route. It is currently unclear as to whether the full marathon will return in 2013.
Before you go
Pro tips
Racing it
- 01
Loop Start and Finish
The course is a loop starting and finishing at Victoria Embankment. Plan to meet spectators and leave post-race gear there, since you return to the same spot.
From the layout, description
- 02
Cool Race-Day Start
Typical race-day temperature is 13.1°C. Wear disposable layers or arm sleeves you can shed once you warm up, rather than overdressing from the start.
From the temperature
- 03
Landmark Checkpoints
The route takes in Nottingham Castle, Wollaton Park, the University of Nottingham and Holme Pierrepont. Use these sights to break the half marathon into mental chunks.
From the description
- 04
Old Market Square History
The race originally started and finished in Old Market Square but now uses Victoria Embankment. Navigate to the embankment, not the square, on race morning.
From the description, layout
- 05
Loop Course Logistics
Because the layout is a loop, you don't need to arrange transport from finish to start. Warm up near Victoria Embankment before the race.
From the layout, description
In Nottingham
Race Day Travel
Nottingham's tram and bus network can help you avoid road closures around the city center and Victoria Embankment. Check local diversions and allow extra time.
Spectator Spots
Spectators can watch at Victoria Embankment and along the Trent. Between views, central landmarks like Nottingham Castle and Old Market Square are within walking distance.
Post-Race Recovery
Nottingham's compact center has parks and riverside paths for a gentle walk after the race. The castle area and Old Market Square are good landmarks to meet up.
Written by AI from the course data and the race's description; city tips are general knowledge. Check race-day details with the organizer.
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Getting in
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2027 General Entries are open now; sign up via the general entry page.
Club membership
Discounted entry for UKA affiliated club members.
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Charity place
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Charity places
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Safe Families and Home for Good
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The Children’s Bereavement Centre
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The Friary
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