More Than Just a Race

The Amazing Northampton Run is where challenge meets pride. Run past history, test your limits, and celebrate the incredible spirit of Northampton.
Whether you’re an experienced runner or taking on your first race, you’ll feel the community cheering you on every step of the way.

Race Categories

The Half Marathon

Starting in the historic Market Square, a half-marathon loop around England’s largest town, running downhill over South Bridge and following the line of the river past Northampton’s three main sporting grounds: Sixfields stadium (football), Franklin’s Gardens (rugby) and The County Ground (cricket), through three beautiful parks, passing through the modern University campus. Then up into the historic town centre to finish back at the Market Square. All finishers receive a t-shirt and a medal.
Find out more about the Half Marathon. 

The Half Marathon Relay
Share the Challenge. Celebrate the Finish.

Take on The Amazing Northampton Run as a team with our Half Marathon Relay. Perfect for friends, families, or colleagues looking to conquer the course together, the relay divides the 13.1 miles into three exciting legs. All finishers receive a t-shirt and a medal.
Find out more about the Half Marathon Relay. 

The 3 Mile Fun Run
Big Atmosphere. Shorter Distance. Same Celebration.

Looking for a fun, accessible way to be part of the race day buzz? The 3-Mile Fun Run is the perfect choice for families, casual runners, or first-timers wanting to soak up the energy without running a half-marathon. All finishers receive a medal.
Find out more about the 3-Mile Fun Run.

Schedule

Registration
If you have chosen to have your race number posted to you, it will arrive at least one week before race day. If you have your race number, there is no need to attend registration. 

Registration for Relay runner team captains only will take place on Saturday, 12th September, from 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM at The Mercure Hotel, Northampton, NN1 2TA. 
If you are unable to attend on Saturday, we will offer limited registration on Sunday, 13th September, from 7:15 AM to 8:30 AM.

On The Day
There will be a pre-race warm-up at approximately 09:15 with the team from Step Forward and Lewis/Virgin Active.
The Half-Marathon individual and relay starts at 09:30.
The 3 Mile Fun Run starts at 09:45.

Please note that the race has a cut-off time of 3 hours.

Aid Stations
There will be four aid stations positioned at approximately 3-mile intervals along the course

Pacers
The pacers, sponsored by Franklins Solicitors, are available to help you achieve your race goals.
They will support participants aiming for finish times of 1:30, 1:45, 2:00, 2:15, 2:30, 2:45, and 3:00 hours. 

Mile Markers
Mile markers will be displayed throughout the course, counting up to the finish line.

Secure Bag Drop
There will be a secure bag drop area at the start/finish. We encourage participants to donate any discarded pre-race warm clothing to the Northampton Hope Centre Charity.