CARDIFF HALF MARATHON 2026
4 OCTOBER 2026
The Cardiff Half Marathon is one of the UK’s largest and most popular road races, and a proud member of the SuperHalfs series alongside Lisbon, Prague, Berlin, Copenhagen, and Valencia. Held annually in early October, it attracts tens of thousands of runners from across the globe. The 2026 edition will welcome more than 27,000 participants, making it the second‑largest half marathon in the UK after the Great North Run. Starting outside Cardiff Castle, the course takes runners past the Principality Stadium, Cardiff Bay, the Norwegian Church, Roath Park Lake, and finishes in the heart of the city. With its flat, fast route, cool autumn weather, and vibrant Welsh crowd support, Cardiff offers both a chance at personal bests and a cultural journey through one of Europe’s most welcoming capitals. Whether you’re chasing a record, running for charity, or soaking in the atmosphere, the Cardiff Half Marathon delivers an unforgettable experience—where every stride echoes with resilience, unity, and celebration.
With a well-deserved reputation as one of the United Kingdom’s best running events, the Oysho Cardiff Half Marathon is a race not to be missed.
The route takes in all of the city’s most iconic landmarks, including the Principality Stadium, Cardiff Bay, the Civic Centre, and Cardiff Castle. Thousands of spectators turn out to cheer on the runners in a city renowned for its sporting passion.
Cardiff is a vibrant capital city that offers unique attractions, world-class sports stadiums, entertainment, waterfront restaurants, and seemingly endless parks.
The event attracts a sell-out field of 27,500 runners each year and is truly a Race for Everyone – where world-class athletes run alongside charity fundraisers and first-time runners.
In 2016, the event cemented its status as a globally recognised race when it hosted the World Half Marathon Championships. Now, with its place in the SuperHalfs series, this already amazing event is set to grow even stronger.
Explore Travel is the first and only travel agency from Romania accepted as an International Tour Operator for the SuperHalfs Series. We offer packages with guaranteed entry for runners interested in travelling to Cardiff to take part in the Cardiff Half Marathon.
Local Experiences
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Attend one of the races from the SuperHalfs Series and begin your adventure through six European cities
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Enjoy the atmosphere in Cardiff during race weekend
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Celebrate in a pub after the race with fellow runners
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Visit local markets in Cardiff for authentic products
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Don’t miss a visit to Cardiff Castle and a walk through Cardiff Bay
Travel & Accommodation
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Arrival in Cardiff and hotel check-in after 15:00
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Transportation is not included, but we can arrange it for you
Accommodation: Hotel Mercure Cardiff Holland House 4★
Itinerary
Day 1
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Accommodation: Hotel Mercure Cardiff Holland House 4★
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Meals: –
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Experience: Welcome to Cardiff
Day 2
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Morning: Visit the Running Expo for kit collection
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Afternoon: Free time to explore Cardiff, Cardiff Bay, local markets, and Cardiff Castle
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Accommodation: Hotel Mercure Cardiff Holland House 4★
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Meals: Breakfast
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Experience: Discover Cardiff
Day 3 – Race Day
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Morning: Cardiff Half Marathon
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Afternoon: Free time to relax
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Evening: Celebrate in a pub with runners and friends in a great local atmosphere
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Accommodation: Hotel Mercure Cardiff Holland House 4★
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Meals: Breakfast
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Experience: Cardiff Half Marathon
Day 4 – Departure
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Morning breakfast and check-out
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Option to extend your stay upon request
| Package | Tarif pentru persoana | Detalii cazare |
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| Package SuperHalfs | 480 Euro – runner 360 Euro – accompanying person |
Hotel Cardiff Holland House 4*, located in the centre of the city, close to Cardiff Castle and also the starting area. |
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Price includes:
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Guaranteed BIB for Cardiff Half Marathon 2026 (only for runners; the rate for accompanying persons does not include a BIB)
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Medal for all finishers
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3 nights’ accommodation with breakfast in a 4-star hotel in the centre of the city
Price does not include:
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Flight ticket
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Other meals
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Travel insurance
Extra info:
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The travel period for the stay in Cardiff is 02–05 October 2026, but this can be changed upon request.
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For bookings or further information, please contact us by phone at +40 21 233 4775 or by e-mail at dragos@exploretravel.ro.
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Payment Terms
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Deposit: 250 Euro per person
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Balance: The remaining amount must be paid by 15.08.2026
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