RACE DAY INFORMATION | SEASONS RUN CLUB

Andover Half Marathon & 12km 2026

Sunday 25 October 2026
Race Village, registration, start and finish:
Andover High Street, Hampshire

Thank you to everyone who has committed to this year's event. We know how much training, time and effort goes into reaching a start line, and we appreciate you choosing to race with us. Please read the information below before race morning. Ideally twice.

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RACE TIMES AND DISTANCES

Half Marathon
Registration opens: 6:30am
Race briefing: 7:45am
Race start: 8:00am
Cut off: 3 hours 30 minutes
Distance: 13.67 miles
Elevation gain: 768 feet

12km
Registration opens: 8:05am
Race briefing: 8:45am
Race start: 9:00am
Cut off: 2 hours 30 minutes
Distance: 7.98 miles
Elevation gain: 317 feet

Please allow enough time to park, collect your bib, use the toilets, drop your bag and attend your briefing.

REGISTRATION, BIBS AND TIMING

Registration is in the Race Village on Andover High Street. Have your confirmation email ready for a quicker check in. All bibs are collected on race morning only. There are no postal bibs.

Your timing chip is attached to the back of your bib. Do not remove, damage or discard it. If it becomes detached, keep it in your pocket or running vest and bring it across the finish. A lost or damaged chip may mean you do not receive an official time.

Write your emergency contact details clearly on the back of your bib.

Do not transfer your entry or swap bibs. Your number is assigned to you and linked to your personal and emergency information. Someone else using it creates identification, safety and insurance problems. If you cannot attend, contact the event team rather than passing your entry to another person.

Late arrivals: A start a few minutes late may be allowed at the team's discretion, but it is not guaranteed. Once the start closes, entry may be refused. After the Half Marathon starts, the team will be preparing for the 12km. Please arrive on time.

PARKING

Andover town centre parking is free all day on Sundays. The main car parks are only a few hundred metres from the Race Village, so returning to your car is a short walk.

George Yard: SP10 1EP, nearest main car park to the start
Chantry Centre: SP10 1BL
Black Swan Yard: SP10 1EZ
Town Mills: SP10 1BL

We have worked with the Chantry Centre to arrange early opening of its car park and toilets from 6:30am on race morning.

TOILETS, BAG DROP AND REFRESHMENTS

Toilets: Portable toilets and a separate private urinal block will be in George Yard. Chantry Centre toilets also open at 6:30am. Allow time for queues before your start. There are no dedicated toilets on the course.

Bag drop: A supervised van on Andover High Street will store bags tagged with your race number. The van will remain locked when unattended. The service is managed by the Girl Guides and Explorers, who welcome voluntary donations towards their future trips. Belongings are left at your own risk, so please avoid leaving valuables.

Refreshments: Travelling Cupcake opens at 7:00am on the High Street beside the Race Village, with light refreshments and high carbohydrate treats for runners and supporters.

ROUTES AND ROAD SAFETY

View both route maps here . Use the drop down selector to choose your course. Both routes will be marked and supported by marshals. Familiarise yourself with your route and the distances above before race day. These are challenging courses and should not be underestimated.

This is predominantly an open road race. Bridge Street is the only closed road section. Traffic is usually lighter early on a Sunday morning, but the rest of the route remains open to vehicles. Do not assume you have exclusive use of the road.

Listen to marshals, stay alert and run with due care and attention. Look out for vehicles, other runners and anyone else using the route.

Headphones: Only UK Athletics approved bone conduction headphones are permitted. Over ear headphones, in ear headphones, earbuds and noise cancelling equipment are not allowed. Keep the volume low enough to hear traffic and marshal instructions clearly.

Walking: You are welcome to walk sections of either race, provided you remain within the cut off: 3 hours 30 minutes for the Half Marathon and 2 hours 30 minutes for the 12km. Participants falling behind may no longer be able to continue with full course support.

AID STATIONS AND HYDRATION

Half Marathon: Aid stations are at approximately 4.7 miles and 9 miles, with water, squash, sweets, fruit and plenty of encouragement. You are also welcome to carry your own hydration and nutrition.

Aid station locations:
4.7 miles: ///stutter.corkscrew.looms
9 miles: ///affair.required.neatly
Additional hot weather point, if required: ///banks.washed.oval

12km: there is no dedicated aid station. Please carry any water or nutrition you need.

Cups will be available, but bringing a hydration bladder or collapsible reusable cup will help reduce waste. Please do not litter. Use designated waste areas or take your rubbish with you. We want to keep being welcomed back to this countryside.

MEDICAL HELP AND WITHDRAWALS

First Aid and medical support will be available at the Race Village and on the course. Carry any essential medication.

If you withdraw, tell the nearest marshal so we know you are safe and no longer racing. Marshals and volunteers are positioned throughout the course and can contact Race HQ.

For a medical emergency, call 999. Do not delay an emergency call while trying to contact Race HQ. Alert the nearest marshal as well.

DOGS AND SPECTATORS

Dogs: Dogs are welcome on short leads and must remain under control. They must be comfortable around crowds and other runners. Start towards the back to give them more room. Public liability insurance is highly recommended. You are responsible for your dog and take part with them at your own risk.

Spectators: Friends and family are welcome. Andover High Street is both the start and finish, making it an easy place to see runners off and welcome them back.

Please do not follow runners around the course in cars. Keeping unnecessary traffic to a minimum helps everyone. Bikes are welcome when used responsibly and without obstructing runners. Please keep the course and emergency access clear.

PHOTOGRAPHY AND VIDEO

There will be photography and video coverage around the Race Village and course, so keep an eye out for the cameras. By participating, you acknowledge that you may be photographed or filmed.

Your own photos and videos are welcome too. Please respect other runners' privacy and keep your content focused on yourself and your group where possible. Tag @SeasonsRunClub and @andoverhalf when sharing your day.

MEDALS AND PRIZES

Every finisher in both races receives a finisher medal.

Half Marathon:
£100 for the first male and £100 for the first female.
Overall male and female podium prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd.

12km:
Overall male and female podium prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd.

There are no age category prizes this year.

FINISHER T SHIRTS AND RESULTS

Order your finisher T shirt for £23 . Collection is after your race only, from the Race Village. Additional stock will be available on the day, subject to availability. T shirts are optional and separate from your entry.

Both races use chip timing, with official results published after the event. View the 2025 results to find your previous time or see last year's performances. You can also read the 2025 runner reviews .

A FEW FINAL DETAILS

What to bring: Your confirmation email, suitable running shoes and clothing, your usual hydration and nutrition, essential medication and warm, dry clothing for afterwards. Check the weather before travelling.

Minimum ages: Half Marathon entrants must be 16 or over. 12km entrants must be 13 or over. Ages apply on race day.

Weather: The event is insured and is planned to go ahead in normal autumn conditions. If extreme weather or another situation makes it unsafe, we may amend, delay or cancel it. The event cancellation procedure will apply and runners will be contacted with further information.

Unable to attend? Contact the event team rather than passing your entry to another person. Private transfers and bib swaps are not permitted. Please refer to the event terms and conditions for cancellation information.

FRIENDS OR FAMILY WHO CAN HELP?

We would appreciate extra hands with registration, marshalling, aid stations and the finish. Friends and family interested in helping can join the volunteer WhatsApp group . Volunteers are on site from 6:30am, with the main briefing at 7:00am.

For further information, visit the full event FAQs .

Thank you to every runner, volunteer, marshal, supporter and local organisation helping make this event happen. Whether you are chasing a time or simply aiming to cross the finish line, we look forward to welcoming you on Sunday 25 October.

Please read this information twice. Ask where to collect your bib afterwards and we may prescribe a third reading.

Jamie Batchelor
Race Director
Andover Half Marathon & 12km
Seasons Run Club