Top Peak District half marathon voted UK’s best by running experts offers stunning views across five counties
Eyam Half Marathon, a key Peak District race, has been rated the country's top half marathon by runners for its stunning route and exceptional organisation.
A Peak District race that has raised more than £170,000 for cancer charities and local organisations, has now been rated the country’s top half marathon by runners.
Eyam Half Marathon was ranked first in its category by RaceCheck based on the number of reviews and the event’s average rating of 4.89 out of 5.
Reviews from last year’s entrants earned the iconic title of Rat Race, the top, gold rated accolade.
Runners praised the ‘stunning route through glorious countryside, really friendly marshals and a wonderful atmosphere throughout’.
Eyam Half is one of the toughest on the road running calendar, involving 1,500ft of ascent on a circular road route that starts and finishes in the popular ‘Plague Village’.
But, for the hundreds who take part every year it also delivers beautiful views over five counties.
Laura Hayfield, organising committee chair, said: “We couldn’t be more proud to be rated the top half marathon in the country, particularly as it’s based on the reviews of runners who took part in last year’s race.
“Unlike many road half marathons we are totally dedicated to raising as much money as possible for cancer charities, hospices and our local communities.
“Since the first Eyam Half in 1993, and even with several years of not being able to put on the race because of Covid and subsidence on the course, over £170,000 has been donated which is amazing.
“And, because of that, it’s a very special event to be part of.
“So to see the fantastic reviews we had last year was heartwarming and humbling and a testament to the wonderful team of volunteer marshalls and supporters who really do such an awesome job every year.”
This year’s Eyam Half Marathon takes place on Sunday, May 18, 2025.
For more information click here: www.eyamhalfmarathon.org