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Bournemouth Half Marathon entries now open for running as it should be

BHM Bournemouth mass runners

One of the UK’s top autumn running events, the Bournemouth Half Marathon, returns on Sunday 10th October. Stunning sea views, a breathtaking coastal route and the very best of Bournemouth and Poole is on show at this unmissable event.

With a fast and picturesque course, it’s a must-do for anyone looking to set a PB. There is also full programme of supporting events for all of the family from 1k to 10k.

ENTRY BENEFITS

  • Wicking finisher’s t-shirt
  • Accurate chip timing
  • Tailored training plan
  • Great finisher’s medal
  • Race recovery pack
  • Keyring
  • Fantastic running experience


BOURNEMOUTH HALF MARATHON ROUTE

The Bournemouth Half Marathon starts at the spectacular and beautiful Hengistbury Head, which forms the main division between Poole and Christchurch bays.  The first 5 miles of the route makes its way along the cliff tops affording participants the very best views of the coastline before dropping down onto the seafront. You continue to take in the beautiful coastal views as you run along the promenade with Boscombe Pier in sight.  A short incline at Mile 8 brings you back up to the overcliff to enjoy a new view of Bournemouth Pier and Poole beyond.  Passing Russell Coates Museum on the way down to Pier Approach you’ll get a taste of the glorious finish line that awaits you, but not before once again enjoying the run out to end of Boscombe Pier where you enjoy the feel of the wooden pier boards beneath you.  Once final stretch on the promenade, alongside Bournemouth’s award winning blue flag beaches before you once again tread the boards of your second pier, Bournemouth Pier. This Pier was first constructed in 1856 and has undergone numerous transformations over the years, with the addition of the Bournemouth Pier Theatre in 1959.  Take it all in before you start your sprint finish through your much anticipated finish line on Bournemouth Pier Approach.

Don’t miss your chance to experience ‘running as it should be’ this October at the
Bournemouth Half Marathon.
Enter now