Royal Parks Half Marathon
Get your charity place with Amnesty for the Royal Parks Half Marathon 2026.
Starting and finishing in Hyde Park, you will run through four of London’s Royal Parks in a leafy, landmark packed course. This sellout event is one of the most popular and sustainable runs in the UK, making it a perfect partner for Amnesty and our Climate Justice work. Join Team Amnesty and help protect our planet.
This half marathon event is also one of the most sustainable runs globally and isn't just for runners - there’s an ever-growing food and fitness festival for both supporters and participants, along with activities to keep children entertained.
- Date: Sunday 11 October 2026
- Distance: 13.1 miles (21km)
- Location: London
- Fundraising pledge: £350 (most runners raise between £350-£500 with our support!)
- Registration fee: Now £15, 50% off for a limited time only
- Minimum age: 17
How to join our team
This year we have our biggest team ever of 300 runners in the Royal Parks Half. Join Team Amnesty and make one of those places yours. Limited places remaining - sign up today!
If you've already got a ballot place in the Royal Parks Half Marathon and would like to run for human rights, we'd love you to join our team as an Own Place runner. There's no minimum fundraising target, just raise as much as you can.
Start fundraising!
Kick off your fundraising by setting up an Amnesty International UK online fundraising page using the button below:
New to Running?
If you are considering joining Team Amnesty, but haven't done a half marathon before, we will support you every step of the way. Our professional running coach will write a personal training plan for you, and can adapt this for you throughout your training, as we know your goals and situation can change during training. Check out our training hub which is full of tips and tricks to get you over the finish line, as well as some pre-made training plans!
How we'll support you
Support on the day - you will be cheered on as you pass by the two Team Amnesty cheer points to give you that extra motivation. Once it’s all over we’ll be there to congratulate you in the charity festival area – snacks and sports massage at the ready!
As a member of our team you’ll receive:
- Personalised training plan & one-on-one support from a running coach
- A technical Team Amnesty running vest with option to personalise
- Post-race sports massage and refreshments
- An inspiring fundraising pack filled with advice and ideas
- Dedicated staff member with regular email updates on the event and human rights
- Fundraising and event materials like collecting tins, posters and badges
Get in touch
We are always on hand to offer further support If you have any questions about this event, please contact our Community and Events Fundraising Team:
Email: [email protected]
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