The Cheshire Spring Half Marathon is a brand-new spring road running event hosted by RunThrough Events. Set in the scenic Cheshire countryside, this flat and fast half marathon is ideal for runners aiming for a personal best or taking on their first half marathon distance. The race takes place on traffic-closed rural roads with excellent marshal support and a lively race village atmosphere.

Key Details

Date & Time: Sunday, 21 March 2027 — Half Marathon starts 09:00 AM and finishes around 12:30 PM.
Location: Cheshire County Showground / Clay House Farm, Flittogate Lane, Tabley, Knutsford, Cheshire WA16 0HJ.
Distance: Half Marathon (~21.1 km / ~13.1 miles).
Organiser: RunThrough Events.

Race Description

The course follows a rural, road-closed route looping around places such as Pickmere and Arley Green, using smooth and flat terrain that’s perfect for runners chasing a fast time. Kilometre markers and friendly marshals provide guidance and encouragement throughout. A vibrant event village at the showground offers refreshments, free race photos, post-race goodies and a supportive community environment.

What’s Included

• Official chip-timed results and recording of finish times.

• Unique themed finisher’s medal for all participants.

• Free official race photographs for all finishers.

• Post-race goodies and refreshments at the finish.

• Marshalled course with distance markers and water stations.

• Lively race village with food, drinks and community atmosphere.

Additional Information

• Roads are closed for safety, and the event typically enforces a 3-hour finish time due to closure logistics.

• The course’s flat profile makes it well suited to first-timers and those targeting personal best performances.

• Free on-site parking and facilities such as toilets and baggage support are available at the showground.