Royal Parks Half Marathon

The Royal Parks Foundation Half Marathon is a stunning event, with a great route through central London's Royal Parks. Plus a fun-filled food and fitness festival makes it a great day out for the family too.

The ballot for the 2012 Royal Parks Half Marathon is now open!

The Royal Parks Foundation Half Marathon is one of the most scenic city runs in the world, with a beautiful 13.1 mile autumnal route through four of London’s magnificent Royal Parks and past some of the capital’s most iconic landmarks.

The ballot for entries is now open and if you are successful in securing a place, we would be delighted if you would run to raise funds for Leonard Cheshire Disability!

Enter the ballot.

We will support you every step of the way with:

• A welcome pack including Leonard Cheshire Disability running vest, sponsor forms and fundraising tips
• A comprehensive half marathon training guide
• Regular team newsletters to keep you updated with the latest news, fundraising ideas and training tips
• Fundraising support from a dedicated events team member to answer any questions and help you in your preparations for the day
• A 10% discount voucher for Up & Running, including free gait analysis and free socks to help you get kitted out for the big day.

To register as an Own Place runner, simply complete the own place runner registration form.

Want to know more?

Take at look at the 'Q&A' tab above to find out why you should run the Royal Parks Half Marathon with Leonard Cheshire Disability. Alternatively, call the Events Team on 0870 420 4301 or email events@LCDisability.org with any questions.

If you were successful in securing a ballot place for the Royal Parks Half Marathon, congratulations! We'd love you to run in support of Leonard Cheshire Disability.

Please fill in the form below to request a fundraising pack.

Why should I choose the Royal Parks Half Marathon?

We believe this is THE half marathon of the annual running calendar but you don't have to take our word for it - the event was voted 'Best Newcomer 2008' and came 11th in the 'Best Run in the World' Poll both voted for by the readers of Runners World.

It is relatively fast and flat, making it perfect for anyone new to running but also ideal for those wanting to try for a personal best.

There will be a fantastic atmosphere on the day and we suggest you make a day of it by inviting friends and family to come to support you and enjoy the food and fitness festival at the start/finish area.

There will be a warm up for all runners at the start line, as well as all the usual provisions you'd expect from a top quality half marathon, such as plenty of toilets and water stations and race marshalls on hand to help you at the start and finish.

How do I register?

The ballot for entries is open from Wednesday 18 - Thursday 26 January 2012 on the Royal Parks Half Marathon website: www.royalparkshalf.com. Registration costs £45. If you get your entry in before the closing date, you will be entered into a draw for a place. Successful applicants will be notified on 30 January whether they have a place or not.

How much do I have to raise?

If you have your own place in the run, you set your own fundraising target. Anything you raise is a bonus and will help us to continue to support the thousands of disabled people in our care across the UK.

Will Leonard Cheshire Disability help me with fundraising and training?

The Leonard Cheshire Disability Events Team will provide you with detailed fundraising and training guides. The newsletters that we send you will also include lots of fundraising hints and training ideas such as recipes for meals that will help you to get half marathon fit.

In addition, we have secured support from running retailers Up & Running. Up & Running are giving a 10% discount in all their stores to Leonard Cheshire Disability runners, as well as a pair of free technical socks and free gait analysis to help you get kitted out for the big day.

The Events Team are also available by telephone and email for a chat and to give you advice; so whether you have a bad training day or find yourself stuck with your fundraising, you can always give us a call to get some ideas and motivation.

If you would prefer to complete a paper registration form for a place in the Royal Parks Foundation Half Marathon - or to register as an Own Place Runner - please download the relevant form below.

Once you have filled in your application, please it send to:
Royal Parks Half Marathon 2011, Leonard Cheshire Disability, 66 South Lambeth Road, London, SW8 1RL.