WHETHER you’re an avid runner or would just like to support someone in their race, there are many marathons to attend in the warmer upcoming months. 

Winchester Half Marathon 

Price: £40

When: Sunday, September 22 

Where: Winchester 

Route: Starts and finishes in the centre of Winchester outside the Guildhall. The scenic route through the countryside setting will take you by landmarks such as St Catherine’s Hill, Winchester Cathedral and King Alfred the Great. 

This event also includes a kids fun run (1km) starting at 12.30pm.

Hampshire Chronicle: Winchester Half Marathon in 2022Winchester Half Marathon in 2022 (Image: Stu Martin)

Race for Life Salisbury (5K & 10K)

Price: £17.40 for 10K, £15.99 for 5K

When: Sunday, June 9, at 10am 

Where: Hudson Field, Castle Road, Salisbury 

Route: The course is a mixture of tarmac roads, country lanes and grass. The route features turning from Beech Road towards Field Barn Cottages area.

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Race For Life Basingstoke Pretty Muddy 5K 

Price: £22.49

When: Sunday, May 26

Where: War Memorial Park, Hackwood Road, Basingstoke 

Route: The route will begin near Applegarth Close and Crossborough Gardens. 

The Hampshire Hoppit - Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K

Price: Between £29 - £59 

When: Sunday, June 16, at 9am

Where: Whitehill View Point, Winchester Road, Basingstoke 

Route: Starting and finishing at Watership Down, through Wayfarers Walk and for the marathon and half marathon only, the Harrow Way. 

Guided Summer Marathon by Wilderness Running

Price: £25

When: Saturday, June 22

Where: Cheesefoot Car Park, Cheesefoot Head 

Route: This is a guided marathon throughout Winchester countryside, at a sociable pace to allow a range of ability levels. This marathon includes 26 miles of trails.