Matchroom Brentwood Half Marathon

Where and when does the event start?

The half marathon starts at 10.00am at Becket Keys Church of England School, Sawyers Hall Lane, Brentwood, Essex, CM15 9DA. Please arrive early.

How much does it cost to enter?

Standard entry costs £34 per person for the half marathon but if you pledge to raise £400 for Saint Francis Hospice, you can register for FREE. 

When do registrations for the event close?

Please note all entries must be received by Wednesday 12th March 2025. In the past the event was fully booked several weeks before closing. To avoid disappointment please do not delay and book now.

What features of the event should I be aware of?

• UKA Race Licence No: 2022-41865

• Chip Timing

• Quality medal for all finishers

• Cash prizes for 1/2/3 in Half Marathon

• Free download of official event photos 

• BARR Gold Standard event

• Secure baggage facilities

• Sport Massage facility 

• Pacemakers for 1:30,1:40, 1:50, 2:00, 2:10, and 2:20 finish times

• Experienced organising team including Brentwood Running Club

• 100% of proceeds go to local, national and international charities

• Split timing facility with event App

• SMS results service

• Quality commemorative t-shirts for purchase

• Professional medical support

• Gently undulating but fast course through Essex countryside

How can I raise money?

Thank you for choosing to fundraise for the Hospice. Raising money couldn't be easier. 

You can get started with your fundraising right away by setting up your JustGiving page here. Then share your page with your friends and family and watch the donations start rolling in!

If you need any help, and to let us know you're taking part, click here to contact us.

Is there a minimum age to take part?

You will need to be 17 years or over on Race Day to be able to enter the Half Marathon.

What benefits will I get if I choose to raise £400?

• Upon pledging to raise £400 we will cover the cost of signing you up to the event.
• We’ll give you a complimentary Saint Francis Hospice running vest to train and run in on the day.  
  
• We will add you to an exclusive WhatsApp group with others fundraising in the event so you can share tips and tricks for both fundraising and training 
• You’ll be invited to a ‘Meet the Experts’ event at Saint Francis Hospice where you’ll hear from experts in training plans, nutrition, injury recovery and much more! 
• We will provide everyone fundraising with a hamper to raffle off to family and friends! Our recommendation is to do a Christmas Raffle for family and friends and perhaps use the second hamper for raffling in your workplace. 
• You'll have a dedicated contact at the Hospice to support your fundraising.
• We can provide a letter of authority from us so you can ask for donations and raffle prizes.
• You can get a letter from us asking your employer to match your fundraising.
• We'll provide a collection box for your place of work or local pub or club so you can collect those pennies to add towards your target.
  
• After the event, you’ll be invited to our celebratory ‘Thank You’ pub night where the beers are on us!