Hackney Half
Date:
17 May 2026
£30
Registration Fee:
Minimum DOB:
17 May 2009
Apply by Date:
16 February 2026
A popular half marathon, you’ll run 31.1 miles through the vibrant streets of the East London borough of Hackney.
The route will take you through iconic landmarks like the Hackney Town Hall, Broadway Market and Hackney Wick. The event is famous for it’s lively atmosphere with free yoga, bootcamps and music on the marshes. You’ll be dancing your way to the finish line.
Celebrate your 13.1 mile achievement with thousands at the finisher’s festival in Hackney Marshes including food, drink and a range of sport and well being activities.
You’ll also be doing something truly amazing by taking on this iconic marathon. Raising a minimum of £300 will support 7.5 children with one-to-one reading support from a Schoolreaders volunteer, for a full academic year. Providing those children with a gift of literacy will change lives forever. We thank you for thinking of Schoolreaders.
As part of our team you’ll receive fantastic support upon sign up all the way through to the finish line and beyond. You’ll also receive
A Schoolreaders technical running t-shirt to wear with pride on the day
Iron on letters for your name
Dedicated training guides
On-hand support from our fundraising team
An online fundraising pack to help you reach those goals
For further information please contact h.collins@schoolreaders.org
FAQ's:
When is the 2026 Hackney Half Marathon?
The 2026 Hackney Half Marathon is on Sunday 17th May 2026.
What’s the registration fee and fundraising target?
The registration fee is £30, payable on initial sign up and the fundraising target is at least £300. You’ll need to show evidence of committing to your fundraising target and be contactable prior to the withdrawal deadline of 2nd February 2026, otherwise we reserve the right to withdraw your place.
How can I get a place in the 2026 Hackney Half Marathon?
You can register on the Schoolreaders website through the following link.
A member of the team will be in touch following your registration.
How do I get started with my fundraising?
You can set up a fundraising page and receive your free fundraising pack easily via Enthuse, here.
Your account manager will be in touch once you sign up to chat through your fundraising plans and provide full support.
If you want to set up a fundraising page on an alternative platform that’s no problem. Schoolreaders also recommends Justgiving Schoolreaders - JustGiving If you would like to use an alternative fundraising platform please do get in touch and tell us all about it.
If you can’t find an answer to your question here, please email h.collins@schoolreaders.org or funding@schoolreaders.org we’re here to support you.