Great Birmingham Run Half Marathon Entry, Date & Race Guide

The Birmingham Half Marathon is a 13.1-mile road race in Birmingham, West Midlands, and is one of the UK’s largest and most popular half marathons. Typically held in autumn, it forms part of a major city running event and attracts thousands of runners each year.

Starting and finishing in Birmingham city centre, the route takes runners along wide, closed roads through key areas of the city, often including Broad Street and other central districts. The course showcases Birmingham’s urban skyline and delivers a high-energy race-day atmosphere, with strong crowd support and entertainment zones throughout.

The course is generally flat with some gentle inclines, making it a strong option for runners targeting a personal best (PB) while still being suitable for first-time half marathon runners. The scale of the event ensures excellent organisation, frequent water stations, and a lively finish experience.

The Birmingham Half Marathon is a top UK half marathon choice for runners seeking a fast, well-supported city race, and is particularly popular as an autumn target race following summer training.