Liverpool Half Marathon
Scenic city course, iconic landmarks, vibrant atmosphere, and a thrilling finish by the waterfront.
Race Details
PB Potential Ranking
Challenging
4.11
Race Distance
Half Marathon
21.098km
13.1ml
Race Official Name
Liverpool Half Marathon
Race Month
March
Race Type
Road
Website
About the Liverpool Half Marathon
The Liverpool Half Marathon pulses with Merseybeat energy and maritime history. Runners navigate past the iconic waterfront, through revitalized docklands, and alongside the river that connected Britain to the world. March's unpredictable spring weather adds a distinctly Scouse element of challenge as participants experience both Liverpool's proud working-class heritage and its dynamic cultural renaissance. The course offers surprising hills that showcase the city's varied terrain while providing continuous landmarks from Beatles history to maritime glory. Liverpudlian spectators bring their legendary wit and warmth, creating an atmosphere unlike anywhere else in Britain. This race captures Liverpool's distinctive character—historically significant, musically influential, and refreshingly direct—offering both athletic challenge and cultural immersion in a city that balances industrial heritage with artistic innovation.
Course & Elevation
Participants
Average Number of Participants
11,500
Race Location
Liverpool,
England,
Europe
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