RUN Hereford is Herefordshire’s premier multi-discipline running event covering Half Marathon, 10K and 5K.

Sunday 12th May 2024 will see RUN back for it’s 44th year – be a part of Herefordshire’s best running event & help celebrate 40 years of St Michael’s Hospice too!

Runners find themselves enjoying Herefordshire’s beautiful countryside and challenging themselves on its undulating nature.

Our runners are ready to RUN Hereford!
Let’s go!

Whether you are at the start of your running journey and focused on 5km, stepping up to 10km, or even undertaking the challenge that is the half marathon we appreciate all our participants and are ever grateful for their support.

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2. What you get!

Participants will have everything they need for an enjoyable run – multiple water stations (distance depending), post run snacks not to mention supportive crowds & marshals…and a stunning bespoke medal to add to their collection!!

Every person to cross the finish line will also receive a RUN Hereford 2023 medal.

RUN Hereford

Hereford’s premier running event.

RUN Hereford hits the road on Sunday 12th May 2024.

Our fabulous supporters will be challenging themselves, whichever distance they have chosen, knowing that every step they take will enable St Michael’s Hospice to be there for families across our community when they need us most.

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RUN – Half Marathon

Runners will enjoy closed roads at both the start and the finish of the route while being cheered home by motivating tunes all the way from mile 9 to the end!

Start time: 10.10am

Turn up and run: On the day price £32
Registration between 09.00 and 09.55

Route: The Half Marathon is the a fantastic scenic route. The route map can be downloaded from the panel to the right.

RUN – 10K

Entry is permitted on the day and registration is from 9am – 9.30am

Participants will enjoy closed roads at the start & finish plus the added motivation of music from 7k to the end.

Start time: 10am

Turn up and run: On the day price £28
Registration between 09.00 and 09.55

Route: The route map can be downloaded from the panel to the right.

RUN 5K

Entry is permitted on the day and registration is from 9am – 9.30am

Challenge yourself to a PB while you cement that Couch to 5k training while you benefit from the encouragement of the crowds gathered at the Livestock Market.

Turn up and run: On the day price £18 (Child £10)
Registration between 09.00 and 09.55

Route: The route map can be downloaded from the panel to the right.

To ensure the safest environment for all participants we have arranged the following road closures across the morning & early afternoon;

Stretton Sugwas roundabout (A480 and A4103) to the Roman Road junction with Tillington Road (opposite Ned Potter Ltd) from 9.30am to 2.00pm.

Tillington Road between the Roman Road (A4103) and the crossroads near Burghill Valley Valley Golf Club between 10am and 11am.

Crowmoor Lane (near Burghill Valley Golf Club)  – all directions 10.00am to 2.00pm.

Diversions will be in place, with marshals on hand to answer any queries and allow access to and from homes and businesses when deemed safe to do so. Please be aware that the 5K event, featuring 300 runners of all ages, will take place on the Roman Road between the Stretton Sugwas roundabout and the Tillington turning. This means there will be a strict road closure in place with no access between 10.20am and 11.20am.

Every year, runners tell us how much they appreciate the support from spectators along the route, and we know they would appreciate your backing again this year. We are sorry for any inconvenience the road closures may cause, and would like to thank the local community for their support and understanding. 

If you have any queries, please contact Race Director: Matt Ashcroft on 01432 851 000 

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Could you be one of our top fundraisers?

Getting sponsored to complete your RUN not only means a lot to the Hospice but will help to keep you motivated in your training & on the day itself.

Click below for the RUN Hereford online sponsorship page and if you’d like any more help with this then please don’t hesitate to contact us or join our RUN group on Facebook for ideas and tips from fellow runners!

Participants that raise more than £120 will receive a goody bag packed with treats!

A short film featuring runner, teacher and Hospice supporter Ruth Hayden-Cox. Her infectious enthusiasm will inspire you to get the most out of online giving.