Lace up your running shoes for the Southampton Half Marathon, 10K, 5K & Junior Fun Run on Sunday 4th October 2026! Starting and finishing at the iconic Saint Mary’s Stadium, this city race organised by RunThrough offers flat, fast courses ideal for chasing a new personal best or taking on an autumn challenge with family and friends. Running in support of the Wetwheels Foundation, participants will enjoy smooth, well-marshalled city streets, a lively pitch-side stadium finish, chip timing, free race photos, and a unique themed medal. With entry prices ranging from £10 for Juniors to £40 for the Half Marathon, the event village opens at 7:00 AM with food, refreshments, and post-race celebrations.
Race Schedule & Start Times
Race day schedule and collection times for all distances on Sunday 4th October 2026:
- Event Village Opens: 7:00 AM BST.
- Half Marathon (4 Laps): Race pack collection 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM; Race starts at 9:00 AM BST.
- 10K Race (2 Laps): Race pack collection 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM; Race starts at 9:30 AM BST.
- 5K Race (1 Lap): Race pack collection 8:15 AM – 9:15 AM; Race starts at 9:45 AM BST.
- Junior Fun Run (1 Lap of Stadium): Race pack collection 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM; Race starts at 12:00 PM BST.
- Warm-Ups: Hosted in the event village 15 minutes prior to each race start.
Course Highlights & What’s Included
Course features and entry perks for all runners:
- Flat & Fast City Route: Accurately marked with distance flags and course marshals, offering PB potential.
- Pitch-Side Stadium Finish: Cross the finish line inside Saint Mary’s Stadium with spectator seating.
- Included in Entry: Unique themed medal, free official race photos, chip-timed results, and post-race goodies.
- Water Stations: Situated approximately every 5km along the route and at the finish line.
- Baggage & Facilities: Secure baggage marquee in the event village and stadium toilet access.
Ticket Pricing & Entry Options
Standard race entry fees (plus 5% booking fee):
- Half Marathon Entry: £40.00
- 10K Entry: £33.00
- 5K Entry: £31.00
- Junior Fun Run Entry: £10.00
How to Get to Saint Mary’s Stadium
Travel guidelines for reaching Britannia Road, Southampton (SO14 5FP):
- By Train: Southampton Central, Bitterne, and Woolston railway stations are all within 2 miles of the stadium.
- By Bus: Local Bluestar bus services connect Southampton city centre directly to the stadium area.
- By Car / Car Share: Easily accessible from the M27 and A33, though public transport or car sharing is strongly encouraged.
Parking & Spectator Information
Essential venue information for participants and supporters:
- Venue Parking: No spectator or runner parking available on site at the stadium. Surrounding public car parks used on match days are available nearby.
- Spectator Viewing: Spectators can view runners looping around the stadium exterior and cheer them across the finish line pitch-side inside Saint Mary’s Stadium.
- Dog Policy: Dogs are strictly prohibited inside Saint Mary’s Stadium due to venue restrictions, but dogs on leads are welcome in the outdoor event village.
- Accessibility: Buggy runners and wheelchair athletes are welcome across all distances.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- When is the Southampton Half Marathon, 10K, 5K & Junior Fun Run?
- The event takes place on Sunday 4th October 2026, with the Event Village opening at 7:00 AM and races starting from 9:00 AM.
- Where is the event located?
- The event starts and finishes at Saint Mary’s Stadium, Britannia Road, Southampton (SO14 5FP).
- How much are the entry fees?
- Entry fees are £40.00 for the Half Marathon, £33.00 for the 10K, £31.00 for the 5K, and £10.00 for the Junior Fun Run (plus a 5% booking fee).
- Is parking available at Saint Mary’s Stadium?
- No, there is no parking available at the venue itself. Participants and spectators are encouraged to use public transport or nearby city centre car parks usually used on match days.
- Are spectators and dogs allowed at the stadium?
- Spectators are welcome to view the course outside and cheer from the stands inside Saint Mary’s Stadium. Due to venue restrictions, dogs are not permitted inside the stadium, but dogs on leads are allowed in the outdoor event village.
- What is included with race entry?
- All entrants receive a unique themed medal, chip-timed results, free official race photos, water station support, and post-race goodies.