Looking for a spring-time challenge, something to train for and work towards through the Autumn and Winter months?
The Inverness Half is the perfect Spring event to keep you motivated and training. This popular event follows a scenic route with great PB potential through the Highland capital of Inverness.
The route starts alongside the banks of the River Ness near the centre of Inverness and takes in many of the city’s icons. A warm Highland welcome awaits all participants as they approach the finish line.
“ Loved my first time at the Inverness Half and most certainly won’t be my last. Thanks for such a well organised race with great support along the way! ”
Your entry fee includes a finisher’s medal, finisher’s technical t-shirt, event giveaway, timed results, downloadable finisher’s certificate, water stations along the route and at the finish.
Half marathon participants do not need to attend pre-race registration as you will be sent your event pack (including bib number with timing chip) by post.
There will be an Info Desk open in the Sports Hall, Inverness Leisure from 09.30 on Sunday morning
If you live overseas, please come to the Sports Hall between 09.30-10.45 on Sunday to collect your pack.
Yes, there is a baggage drop available in the Sports Centre, Inverness Leisure from 09.30-10.45 on Sunday morning. Make sure your baggage label (this is attached to your bib number) is securely attached to your kit bag.
There are 4 water stations on the course located at 3, 6, 9 and 11.5 miles and water will also be available at the finish line.
There is one High5 gel station on the route.
We are committed to reducing the carbon footprint of the event wherever possible and our aim is to reduce the amount of single use plastic as well as minimise the amount of water that is wasted. All four water stations on the course will use paper cups instead of water bottles.
Our aim is to support every participant, whatever their pace, from start to finish and provide the best possible experience.
The half marathon starts at 11.30 and the cut-off time is 3hr 30min at 15.00. In the interests of safety and to minimise disruption to the local community and residents, some sections of the course start to re-open after 2 hours at 13.30. Prior to each section of the roads re-opening, you will be guided by our marshals to continue on the pavement. Our team will be there to support you to the finish line.
The Inverness Half Marathon offers a limited number of complimentary entries for elite runners who have achieved the standards specified here within the 24 months prior to the 2027 event.
If you have achieved these standards and are interested in taking part in the race, please email us stating your name, age, email address, club name and details of where and when you have achieved the standards, along with a link to power of 10.
Applications will be considered up to 1 March 2027, but only a limited number of places are available and these will be allocated on a first come basis.
We’re sorry, there isn’t a wheelchair category within our half marathon due to safety and logistical reasons. However, we would love to welcome you to the Inverness 5K as a wheelchair participant. The event takes place on the same day as the half marathon and features a more appropriate and safer route. If you require a support runner, please let us know.
If you are visually impaired, or your disability or medical condition means you require a Support Runner, you can apply for a free place for them. Please contact us with further information.
Please note when first published the results are provisional, official results are normally confirmed 3-5 working days after the event and are then submitted to RunBritain and Power of 10.
Should you have any queries regarding your provisional result then please notify us by email as soon as possible.
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We’re excited to announce that @enthuseco is now the Official Fundraising Partner for the Inverness Half Marathon!
The partnership will bring charity branding and automatic fundraising page creation to the event’s fundraising, helping participants to hit their targets. Charities and fundraisers can make use of the platform right now in preparation for the 2027 event!
Is there anything more magical than the Highland capital from the clouds?
From the shimmering River Ness to the historic Castle, seeing thousands of runners flow through these iconic streets is a sight that truly takes your breath away.
This annual bird’s-eye view captures the true spirit of the Highland capital in all its glory. Absolutely stunning.
Want to be part of the action on 14 March 2027? Register interest for early bird entry: www.invernesshalfmarathon.co.uk
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