Runner Information
As we get closer to the 2026 race day, we'll regularly update this page with everything you need to know about taking part including our event guide, event village map, route map and more.
Event Guide
Your event guide is the go-to for all the essential details about your Oysho Royal Parks Half experience. We recommend taking the time to read through before race day.
Accessibility Guide
We aim to be an inclusive event to all and we’re introducing more accessible facilities to our route, event village and communications to improve the event experience for those with access needs.
Download our Accessibility Guide
Event Village
Enjoy delicious food and drink, meet our partners and try some have-a-go activities, all in our bustling event village in beautiful Hyde Park. Everyone is welcome.
Route map
View our route! Our stunning course threads its way through the beauty and majesty of four Royal Parks and past iconic London landmarks finishing outside the iconic Albert Memorial and Royal Albert Hall.
The 2026 finisher t-shirt
This year's design celebrates what makes our race so unique, running through London's beautiful Royal Parks.
Your race bib explained
Race packs will arrive right up to race week. Find out what your race bib means as well as your start time for the Oysho Royal Parks Half
Watch our walking guides
Follow our walking guides from the following stations: Hyde Park Corner, Knightsbridge, Green Park (step-free route available), Victoria (step-free), South Kensington, Lancaster Gate, and Marble Arch
Pacers on race day
We have a team of experienced pacers who will be present at the Oysho Royal Parks Half Marathon. Find out more on which pacers will be in each wave.
Supporters coming on race day?
Share our spectator sign-up link with them and we'll email them with everything they need to know about supporting you on race day. You focus on running, we’ll handle the squad.
Safety and Security
Please take a look at what we have in place to help keep you safe at the Oysho Royal Parks Half Marathon including working with the Metropolitan Police and other highly trained security personnel.
