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Southampton Running Festival August 2026

Southampton, South East, United Kingdom

calendar_today 16 Aug, 2026

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sell £10.00 – £34.00

About the Event

Experience the picturesque beauty of Southampton at one of the year’s most charming races. The RunThrough 10k winds through some of England's loveliest landscapes, offering participants both stunning views and historic landmarks to admire as they run.
The race begins and ends within the vibrant atmosphere of St Mary's Stadium, home ground of Southampton FC, where runners can feel a surge of energy from fellow enthusiasts before starting their journey. Alongside seasoned athletes ready for another challenge, first-timers are encouraged by an inclusive environment that celebrates all levels of running ability.
As participants take to the streets of Southampton, they pass through quaint neighborhoods and alongside picturesque waterways. The historic backdrop adds character to every stride while volunteers line the route with encouragement, making it a truly community-driven event. At the finish line, runners will find refreshments awaiting them along with complimentary photographs that capture their achievement.
This RunThrough 10k not only promises scenic routes but also an engaging atmosphere where everyone feels supported and celebrated for reaching personal goals amidst stunning surroundings.

Races Offered

Half Marathon

Aug 16, 2026

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Distance — 21.1K

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Type — Running

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08:30

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£34.00

10k

Aug 16, 2026

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Distance — 10K

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Type — Running

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09:00

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£30.00

5k

Aug 16, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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Type — Running

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09:05

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£28.00

Juniors

Aug 16, 2026

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Distance — 0.8K

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Type — Running

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11:00

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£10.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for August in Southampton.

thermostat Temperature

13.5° / 21.9°

wb_sunny Feels like

12.2° / 19.9°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

9h 54m

water_drop Avg rainfall

1.9 mm

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air Avg wind speed

13.5 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Moderate

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (4.9)

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75.7%

wb_twilight Sunrise

05:54

nightlight Sunset

20:23

About Southampton

Learn more about the host city, Southampton.

Southampton is the largest city in Hampshire, on the south coast of England. A busy cruise ship and container port, Southampton is the European end of the last Transatlantic ocean liner route, the Queen Mary II to New York, and in 1912 was the point of departure for the Titanic.