Chippenham Half Marathon
The Chippenham Half Marathon is a fast, accurately measured, and predominantly flat course starting and finishing at Chippenham Sports Club, adjacent to Chippenham Town Football ground. The route runs through the centre of the historic market town of Chippenham and continues through the villages and hamlets of Tytherton Lucas, East Tytherton, Avon, Kellaways and Langley Burrell, before returning to the town for a fast downhill finish into the sports club cricket pavilion.
This is an ideal race for both first-timers and experienced runners aiming for a personal best.
Event Timetable
- 7:45am Registration Opens
- 9:00am Pre-race warm-up
- 9:15am Walk to start on Marshfield Road
- 9:30am Start of race
- 12:00pm Winners Prize Giving at Chippenham Sports Club
Please Note: headphones are not permitted (this includes bone-conducting).
Getting There
Chippenham is just 4 miles south of the M4 motorway and is easily accessible from London, Bristol and South Wales. The A4 coach road from London to Bristol via Bath provides an alternative route as does the A420 and B4069. The main line rail route from London Paddington to the West Country stops at Chippenham with at least hourly trains in both directions. National Coach services connect at Chippenham to London, Wales the South West, Midlands and East Anglia. Bus services to and from Bath, Calne, Devizes, Trowbridge and Swindon are also available.
Charity Support
Our Half Marathon has a long heritage of supporting local charities. In 2025 we distributed £12,000 to local charities!
Advice for Runners
Running a half marathon is a fantastic challenge! Here are some tips to help you prepare and succeed:
- Training Plan: Follow a structured training plan that gradually increases your mileage and includes rest days to prevent injury. These are typically 12-16 weeks.
- Nutrition: Eat a balanced diet rich in carbohydrates, proteins, and healthy fats. Stay hydrated and practice your race-day nutrition during long runs.
- Gear: Invest in a good pair of running shoes and comfortable clothing. Make sure to break in your shoes before race day. Check the weather for suitable kit on the day.
- Pacing: Start slow and gradually increase your pace. It's better to conserve energy in the first half of the race and then speed past those that didn't!
- Mental Preparation: Visualize the race and set realistic goals. Stay positive and focused. Make it your personal challenge - don't try to run someone else's race.
- Rest: Ensure you get plenty of sleep, especially in the week leading up to the race. After the race you can reverse your taper, or just put your feet up.
- Warm-Up: Do a proper warm-up before the race to get your muscles ready. We include a warm-up on the day for you to get your muscles ready.
Good luck with your half marathon! 🏃♂️🏃♀️