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Royal Parks Half Marathon

Help us to make the discoveries that defeat cancer by taking part in Britain’s most beautiful city run. The stunning 13.1 mile route takes you past superb views of the capital through Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens, Green Park and St James's Park, and along the River Thames past London’s iconic landmarks.

 

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Key Facts

Event date
Sunday 11 October 2020
Registration fee
£35 (once your place is confirmed)
Minimum sponsorship amount
£365
Deadline for applications
Friday 21 August 2020

Sign up today for 2020

You can now guarantee your charity place in the Royal Parks Half Marathon 2020. Click the button below to go through to our application form.

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Be part of our ground-breaking team

As part of #teamICR, you will receive:

  • An ICR or Everyman running vest
  • A fundraising pack with tips on reaching your target
  • Advice on training, nutrition and health
  • ICR branded materials to support your fundraising
  • Support from our dedicated events team throughout your training
  • Lively and enthusiastic encouragement from our cheer squad on the day

Contact us

Get in touch with us on 020 7153 5307 or by emailing [email protected]

We also have a number of ways you can keep in touch with us and the ICR. Join our #teamICR Facebook group to chat to other ICR fundraisers and get tips, advice and see what everyone else is up to, sign up to our e-newletter Search, and follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. 

 

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Key Facts

Event date
Sunday 11 October 2020

Registration fee
£35 (once your place is confirmed)

Minimum sponsorship amount
£365

Deadline for applications
Friday 21 August 2020

Contact the sports team

If you're interested in taking part, please email us on [email protected], or call us on 0207 153 5307.

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