Reading Half Marathon
The bottom line: this 21.1 km half marathon is a mixed profile. Entry is from £48 for the UK adult place, which our value model rates as strong for the distance. It is UKA-measured, so a time here is PB-eligible.
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Reading Half Marathon's half marathon is a road course over 21.1 km that runs a mixed profile.
How hilly is the Reading Half Marathon?
Course profile not yet available for this race.
The course is a road course. The half marathon route covers 21.1 km. It starts at Longwater Avenue, Green Park Business Park, Reading and finishes at Madejski Stadium (Reading FC), Junction 11 M4, Reading RG2 0FL. The surface is Predominantly closed roads/tarmac; some areas uneven and undulating.
What are realistic finish times?
Finisher distribution not yet available for this race.
Fit depends on your goal here: weigh the course shape and conditions below against a flat-out PB attempt. Scenery-seekers get a city backdrop.
What does it really cost to run?
| Entry fee | £48 |
|---|---|
| Travel (modelled) | £40 |
| Accommodation (modelled) | £90 |
| Estimated total | £178 |
A finish-area village waits at the end.
What are typical race-day conditions?
- 8°CTypical temperature
- 22 kphTypical wind
- 2 mmTypical rainfall
- 85Favourability /100
Expect typical race-day temperatures around 8°C, winds near 22 kph and about 2 mm of rain on an average year. Overall the conditions are favourable for endurance running — a help if you are chasing a time.
Verdict
The bottom line: this 21.1 km half marathon is a mixed profile. Entry is from £48 for the UK adult place, which our value model rates as strong for the distance. It is UKA-measured, so a time here is PB-eligible.