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Windmill Half Marathon

Lytham St Annes, North West, United Kingdom

calendar_today 09 Aug, 2026

About the Event

Take on one of the UK's most scenic and atmospheric coastal routes at the Windmill Half Marathon, a premier road race set for Sunday, 9 August 2026 with a 10:00 AM start on the beautiful Lytham Green. This classic event offers a fast, flat, and impeccably measured 13.1-mile course that unfolds along the stunning Fylde Coast, treating runners to panoramic views of the Ribble Estuary, invigorating sea air, and the iconic Lytham Windmill. Perfect for both seasoned athletes chasing a personal best and first-timers completing their debut half marathon, it combines a challenging yet rewarding route with fantastic crowd support and enthusiastic marshals. With its vibrant community atmosphere and breathtaking coastal scenery, it has rightfully earned its place as a must-do highlight of the summer running calendar. Secure your place for an unforgettable journey where every stride is powered by fresh sea breezes and incredible camaraderie.

Races Offered

Windmill Half Marathon

Aug 09, 2026

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Distance — 21.1K

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Type — —

timer

10:00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for August in Lytham St Annes.

thermostat Temperature

13.9° / 19.2°

wb_sunny Feels like

11.5° / 16.8°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

10h 21m

water_drop Avg rainfall

3.4 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

16.8 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Moderate

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (4.9)

humidity_mid Humidity

77.1%

wb_twilight Sunrise

05:52

nightlight Sunset

20:37

About Lytham St Annes

Learn more about the host city, Lytham St Annes.

Lytham St Annes is a conurbation in Lancashire, England. It is comprised of 3 towns, Lytham, Ansdell and St. Annes. It is a fairly affluent area, having being and still is a place that wealthy people retired to after generating wealthy in a city.