Potters 'arf Marathon 2026 Entry, Date & Race Info

The Potters ’Arf Half Marathon is a long-established road race held in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire. Organised by Stoke-on-Trent Running Club, the race has developed a strong reputation within the Midlands running scene and is known for its challenging profile, large local support, and distinctive pottery-themed identity linked to the area’s industrial heritage.

The course takes runners through Stoke-on-Trent and the surrounding Potteries towns, featuring a route with a number of notable climbs and undulating sections. The race is widely regarded as a demanding half marathon, attracting runners looking for a tougher road race challenge as well as strong club participation from across the region.

Potters ’Arf is recognised for its atmosphere, established history, and community involvement, with local spectators and volunteers contributing to a busy race-day environment. The combination of its challenging course and long-running reputation has helped make it one of the Midlands’ best-known half marathons.