2026 Elite Entry applications are now open.

To qualify for a complimentary place in the elite race, participants must have a qualifying time within the last 3 years of 1:10:00 or quicker for men, and 1:20:00 or quicker for women.

To qualify for a complimentary place in the elite wheelchair race, participants must take part in a racing wheelchair and also have a previous qualifying time within the last 3 years of 1:20:00 or quicker for men and 1:30:00 or quicker for women.  

All other wheelchair participants taking part in day chairs will start together at the back of the half marathon field to ensure they can participate safely in the race.

We will only offer a limited number of elite entries.

Applications close on August 10 2026. We will contact all successful applicants on August 17.