Date
14.03.2027Start Time
09.30Start Location
The Hill Dickinson Stadium, Regent RoadEvent Information
Liverpool Half Marathon
The Liverpool Half Marathon has become a firm favourite in the build-up to the London Marathon, with many runners using the event to test their progress as they approach the final stages of their marathon training.
Whether you're taking on the iconic Half Marathon, starting at 09:30, or joining us for the brand-new Liverpool 10K in 2027, starting at 08:45, there’s a distance for everyone.
With an electric atmosphere, incredible crowd support and the stunning Liverpool waterfront as your backdrop, join us for an unforgettable day of running at one of the UK's most anticipated events on the running calendar.
Entry
Entrants need to be 17 years or over.
What's Included
- Chip timing
- Finisher’s goody bag
- Exclusive medal
- A fantastic experience!
We know that not everybody always wants a T-Shirt, so this year it will be optional.
Route
Liverpool Half Marathon Route Map
Elevation Map
Start Line Map
Finish Line Map
Race Number Information
More information will be available closer to race day.
Entries outside the UK
If you are taking part and have a postal address outside mainland UK then you can collect your race number from the race office on race morning.
You will be emailed directly about this prior to the race date.
Please note: The stadium is runner-only before the event. You must have your runner number to access the stadium grounds, so please collect it from the Race Office (clearly marked on the map) before attempting to enter.
On The Day Information
All you need to know
Event Information
To satisfy your pre and post-run fuel needs, a selection of tasty food and drink choices will be available to purchase at our event village in George Parade outside the Royal Liver Building Square.
There are also several bars and cafés in the area that will be sure to welcome spectators and participants and are often bursting with atmosphere after the event.
Our wonderful partner charities will also be located in the Event Village, so make sure you go say hi!
Baggage
Baggage drop-off will close at 9:10 AM.
The baggage facility will initially be located on Regent Road, north of the stadium. After departure, it will relocate to Cruise Liverpool Car Park.
Please ensure you arrive in good time to drop off your belongings before the cut-off.
Fuel and Hydration
We will have water stations on course, where you will be able to pick up a 330ml screw top bottle of water. To see the exact locations of water stations, please refer to the route map.
Please make use of the bins provided post water stations.
Pacers
We’ll have friendly pacers on the course, sponsored by Canvas Athletic who can help you stick to your intended finish time. They’ll have flags attached to them with finish times so you can choose the best pace to suit you.
Medical
Should you find you require medical assistance, personnel will be on hand to help at regular intervals on the course with fixed first aid stations located near the water stations.
In addition, there will be a first aid unit and recovery area located near the start and finish line. There will also be roaming first aiders around the Event Village.
Photos
Smile! The MarathonPhotos team will be on course throughout the event to snap your picture.
Photographs can be purchased at marathonphotoslive.com
Clothing
It is important to note that all clothing discarded at the start of the race will be collected and donated. Unfortunately, we are unable to keep any clothing that has been left in the starting area, unless dropped in the baggage store prior to the race.
Toilets
Please only use the allocated toilets for this event. There will be plenty of toilets which you will be able to use pre or post-race. On route, you will find toilets at each drink station, please refer to the static route map to prepare for race day.
Results
All results will be available in the results section of the website soon after the end of the event.
However, keep in mind that it’s not all about times – you should be proud of yourself just for getting out there and getting active!
Travel
Nearest Station: Sandhills (Northern Line)
Merseyrail trains on other lines will run to Liverpool Central or Moorfields, where passengers can change to Northern Line services for Sandhills.
See Mersey Rail website for timings HERE
Parking
The Hill Dickinson Stadium is approximately 1.4 miles (around 30 minutes on foot) from Liverpool City Centre.
Below are the main city centre car parks, including walking distances to the stadium:
|
Car Park |
Postcode |
Spaces |
Walk to Stadium |
|
Walter Street |
L5 9TP |
328 |
0.3 miles / 6 min |
|
Lanyork Road |
L3 7DB |
460 |
1 mile / 22 min |
|
Leeds Street |
L3 6BS |
300 |
1.2 miles / 28 min |
|
Pall Mall |
L3 6AL |
640 |
1 mile / 23 min |
|
Moorfields |
L2 2AY |
577 |
1.4 miles / 32 min |
|
Princes Dock |
L3 1DL |
760 |
1.1 miles / 24 min |
|
Capital MultiStorey |
L3 9DL |
895 |
1.3 miles / 29 min |
|
Liverpool ONE |
L1 8LT |
1,900 |
1.6 miles / 36 min |
|
John Lewis |
L1 8LJ |
581 |
1.8 miles / 40 min |
|
Kings Dock |
L3 4BX |
1,500 |
2.2 miles / 49 min |
|
Mount Pleasant |
L3 5TB |
1,535 |
2.2 miles / 50 min |
Please Note: Runners should be aware that road closures will come into effect from 08:30 in the surrounding areas. Please take this into account when planning your parking and travel to and from the event.
You can use regular public bus services. Please note that services will be operating on Sunday timetables, and some routes may be affected by road closures.For the latest service updates and route information, please visit your bus provider’s website before travelling.
The following bus services operate from Liverpool City Centre to within walking distance of The Hill Dickinson Stadium:
The start line at the Hill Dickinson Stadium is around a 1.4 mile walk from the City Centre or approx. 30 minutes.
Event Partners
Charity Places
wuth.charity@nhs.net
events@clairehouse.org.uk
FAQs
For UK entrants Liverpool Half race numbers will be sent so will arrive before race day. If for any reason you have not received your race number, don't worry! Just make your way to the race office on the morning of the race and our team will be able to issue you a new one! For international entrants, please keep an eye on your inbox for your race number collection information.
Yes you can. There is no obligation for you to do so as a condition of entry but you are welcome to fund raise if you wish.
Yes all finishers will receive an official event medal and t-shirt at the finish line.
Your finisher goody bag includes the official event t-shirt. Please note that medals are handed out separately as you cross the finish line.
Yes it is. As the event is staged under UKA License the course is accurate to 13.1 miles and has a UKA Course Measure Certificate confirming the accuracy of the course.
The deadline for pre-race delivery of official merchandise has now passed.
However, a limited amount of official event merchandise will be available to purchase on race day from the merchandise stand located in the Event Village at the finish line.
Yes, for more information please review our updated terms and conditions - Here
Please note that this is no longer available as we are now within 6 weeks of the event.
Yes, the Arriva Shuttle buses from Liverpool ONE to the start line will accept both cash and card, and will be £2 per person (one way)
