Robin Hood Half Marathon
Lace up your trainers and join us in Nottingham for the fantastic Robin Hood Half Marathon.
Taking place on Sunday 28 September 2025, the Robin Hood Half Marathon is a single lap, 13.1 mile (21.1km) traffic free course, perfect for runners on the start of their journey and seasoned runners alike.
The picturesque route takes you along Victoria Embankment, River Trent, past Nottingham Castle, near the Robin Hood Statue, through the Nottingham Park Estate and through Wollaton Park where you’re bound to spot some deer roaming. Finishing on Victoria Embankment Recreation Ground next to the River Trent. It is undulating, so not all flat. There are a couple of inclines at the start of the route, whilst your legs are more up for it.
Costs to run for Rainbows:
- Entry fee is £25
- Minimum fundraising target is £100 (excluding Gift Aid)
What’s included as a Rainbows runner?
When you take part in the Robin Hood Half Marathon for Rainbows, we’ll be with you every step of the way to help with your fundraising. You will receive:
- A dedicated member of the fundraising team to support you to the finish line and beyond
- Training plans and support
- A fundraising guide, as well as fundraising advice, hints and tips in the build up to the event
- A branded Rainbows top for race day
- Access to a range of Rainbows fundraising materials (collection boxes, posters, balloons etc.) to make any events you hold look amazing
- On the day support from the Rainbows team
Why run for Rainbows?
By running for Rainbows you will be helping to support babies, children, young people and their families living with life-threatening and life-limiting conditions, here in the East Midlands.
We support every baby, child and young person to fulfil their potential, and help families make the most of every precious moment, while capturing memories and keepsakes to treasure. We’re here for the whole family, offering comfort and compassion during tough times, providing the highest level of professional care until the end, and support after. Simply put, we’re here to brighten short lives, and support families, wherever they are.
Every penny you raise, will help support our vital work here at the Hospice, in the local community and in hospitals.
Own Place Runners:
If you’ve entered the 2025 Robin Hood Half Marathon directly you can still run for Rainbows! There’s no minimum fundraising target – but every penny raised really will make a difference.
If you have any questions about securing one of our charity places or about running for Rainbows, please let us know by calling 01509 638 049 or Email our Events Team.
We can’t wait to see you in Nottingham and on the start line!