The Run Falmouth Half Marathon is the 4th event in the Cornwall Road Running Grand Prix Race series sponsored by Cornwall Glass. The race is arranged and managed by Cornwall Hospice Care with support from the Falmouth Running Club.
We are blown away to have sold out for the third year!! We are now operating a waiting list. As and when a space becomes available we will allocate these to people on our Waiting List. Please click the sign up link to add your name onto the waiting list.
The Run Falmouth Half Marathon is the 4th event in the Cornwall Road Running Grand Prix Race series sponsored by Cornwall Glass. The race is arranged and managed by Cornwall Hospice Care with support from the Falmouth Running Club.
It’s an incredibly popular event for both seasoned club runners and those wanting to set themselves a personal challenge and/or set themselves a goal to raise money to help fund our Cornish charity.
For the last two years, it has sold out 6 weeks before race day, so if you’re thinking about signing up, we’d urge you to do so to avoid being disappointed!
Event HQ is situated at the wonderful Princess Pavilion for the third year! The 13.1 mile route begins just below the Pavilion on Cliff Road, runners will follow the loop around Pendennis Headland and then out on the coast road, past the beautiful beaches of Gyllyngvase and Swanpool and glimpsing Maenporth Beach as it rises to give fabulous views over the bay back to Pendennis Castle.
A good level of fitness and training is required to complete Run Falmouth Half Marathon but whatever your ability you can achieve your goal and complete the half marathon with the right training! There is a cut-off time of 3 hours and 15 minutes (13:15) to complete Run Falmouth Half Marathon, at this point, marshals will be stood down and the road closure lifted – finishing outside of the cut-off means you won’t get an official finish time but our sweep vehicle will remain with any runners in this scenario and we will endeavour to ensure all finishers received a medal regardless of their finish time.
The Run Falmouth route takes place entirely on the road and follows undulating Cornish country lanes featuring open fields and wooded scenes, passing the beautiful Falmouth Golf Course twice. This event is very well supported along the whole route as the communities from Falmouth and the surrounding picturesque villages come out to cheer our runners on.
There are all the usual features of a Grand Prix event; water stations, bag drop, bananas, prizes, and the Run Falmouth Half Marathon is chip timed.
Registration & number collection will open between 8.00 am – 9.30 am and the race will start at 10.00 am prompt.
After selling out early for the past two years, we have increased the race capacity to 850 – we anticipate these places will sell out quickly so don’t delay!
Online registration will close at midday on Monday 10th March, or sooner if the event reaches capacity. Registrations will be accepted on the day if places are still available, but we would encourage you to register in advance to avoid disappointment.
New for 2025 is Event Sponsor the Gym Project.
The Gym Project is a gym space where everyone belongs.
We believe that to achieve results in the gym you need; the care and guidance of expert coaches, a welcoming & friendly environment, the best equipment, structured training, and ongoing and regular support. GP ticks all these boxes and more.
Whether you’ve never step foot in the gym or are an old hand, the Gym Project has everything you need to smash your training goals.
We are delighted to announce our 2025 EVENT SPONSORS below!
Last years sponsor, Sapphire Running Zone are delighted to be in a position to support Run Falmouth for a second year!
The Sapphire Running Zone is a place that brings runners together from all over the world, especially those that are running for charity. It’s about wanting to learn from each other and sharing running advice and also fundraising support.
They have two different membership plans – both give access to our extensive blogs, covering seven different running subjects, and our expert running training plans. In addition, their market leading running podcasts and our videos, that include profiling your achievements and support from elite runners, are available FREE of charge without signing up to a plan.
So whether you’re a beginner working out how to make a start, or your aiming for a marathon, The Sapphire Running Zone have a whole range of tools and advice on running and help and ideas for your fundraising.
Another new collaboration we are excited to tell you about is our Drink Sponsor Jolly’s Drinks!
With years of experience creating soft drinks in Cornwall, Jolly’s guarantee from the first sip, you will feel as if you’re shining from the inside out. Whether it’s the heat of their Ginger Beer or sweet strawberries in their Pink Lemonade, they do not hold back on flavour! Whether you’re pushing limits and conquering the day, or just chilling with friends, Jolly’s Drinks will fuel your spirit!
We are very excited to announce an additional prize in our fundraising competition – not only can you win one of three pairs of running trainers or one of 10 individual monthly Gym Memberships but we are also offering the chance to WIN one of our coveted London Marathon Golden Bond Spaces!
Event sponsors, Sapphire Running Zone and the Gym Project have kindly donated some INCREDIBLE prizes! Sapphire Running Zone, in collaboration with the Birmingham Runner, have kindly donated 3 pairs of running shoes worth £150!!! The Gym Project, based in Falmouth have generously offered 10 individual monthly subscriptions! But we wanted to offer you MORE! You can now win one of our 2026 GOLDEN BOND London Marathon places! Normally our Golden Bond entrants commit to raising a set, minimum target but this one lucky Run Falmouth Fundraiser will start their London Marathon journey with no fundraising strings attached!!
To be in with a chance of winning you must:
Fundraisers will be automatically entered into the competition, and remember the more you raise, the better your chances of winning!
Please read our Sapphire & Gym Project Terms & Conditions AND London Marathon Terms and Conditions for full details. Competition closing date: Friday 28th March 2025 at MIDDAY.
What’s more, everyone who sets up a fundraising page will be automatically sent one of our technical running vests and a fundraising pack full of ideas, tips and advice to support your fundraising efforts!! Honestly, what are you waiting for?!
You can setup a JustGiving page or download a traditional sponsor form by clicking the buttons below!
In 2024 Run Falmouth funded over 1,440 hours of nursing care in our two adult hospices here in Cornwall. By signing up to this event you are covering the costs of us putting the event on, while a small amount of what you pay goes towards helping fund the care.
By setting up a JustGiving page you will make a huge difference – and not only that we will send you one of our branded Cornwall Hospice Care technical running vests and fundraising pack!
Also – every Fundraiser who exceeds the £350 fundraising milestone will be entered into a competition to win a pair of Running Shoes worth £150!
What are you waiting for? Set your page up here and start fundraising today! Just £24 will fund an hour of nursing care – let’s see how many hours we can fund when we work together!
To see a more detailed map including elevation and climbs details, please click on the map below to visit the MapMyRun website route.
Can I sign up on the day?
If there are spaces available then yes! We have sold out for the last couple of years so will communicate if we sell out on our website, social media and in the Runners Guide. We have increased the capacity of this event due to it’s popularity but do still advise signing up in advance.
What is the registration deadline?
Registration on SI Entries closes at midday on Wednesday 12th March 2025. This also includes transfers and deferrals.
Do I have to fundraise?
While it isn’t essential to fundraise to be a participant in Run Falmouth Half Marathon the event is organised by Cornwall Hospice Care, a charity. Your registration fee covers the cost of putting the event on with a small donation to the charity, by setting a fundraising page you will help us fund the care – be a Hospice Hero!
Where and when do I collect my race number bib?
All runners will need to go to the registration desks ON THE DAY OF THE RACE to collect their number individually, these are organised ALPHABETICALLY BY SURNAME.
As well as your number you will be given an ankle tag – this is your timing chip and MUST BE WORN ON YOUR ANKLE. We ask that it goes on your ankle so that the timing mat on the ground at the start/finish line picks up and registers that you have crossed it . Your tag will be collected from you at the finish line.
REGISTRATION DESKS ARE OPEN FROM 8.00am TO 9.30am – please allow sufficient time to arrive, register, use the bag drop facility and listen to the safety briefing.
Emergency contact details will be printed on the back (provided by you when you sign up). Please check your Emergency Contact information on the reverse of your running bib is correct before you set off.
Where do I register on race day for Run Falmouth?
Please come to the Princess Pavilion, 41 Melvill Road, Falmouth, TR11 4AR. Look for the pink Cornwall Hospice Care gazebos in the courtyard.
What time do I need to arrive on race day?
Registration will be open at the Princess Pavillion between 8AM AND 9.30AM. Follow the event signage to our pink Cornwall Hospice Care gazebos. All runners must register with our team to collect their running number and timing chip.
Where and when is the start of the Run Falmouth race?
The race starts at 10.00AM PROMPT on CLIFF ROAD in Falmouth, just below the Princess Pavilion. It’s a short walk down the path from the Pavilion to the start, but gets very busy so please allow plenty of time.
How do I find the Princess Pavilion?
The postcode for Princess Pavilion is TR11 4AR. The venue is well signposted within Falmouth, and has pedestrian entrances on Melvill Road and Cliff Road.
There will be a road closure in place along Cliff Road and around the Pendennis headland from 9.30am until approx. 1.30pm.
Where can I park?
There will be NO parking available at Princess Pavilion. Please do not try to park here – we will place a marshal in the car park.
As in previous years, participants will have to find their own parking in Falmouth. There are a number of car parks close to the venue. For further parking info please click here. Please be respectful when parking. Gyllyngvase car park is free and approximately a 10 minute walk from Race HQ. Please allow plenty of time for parking and walking to registration.
Is there somewhere to leave my bag?
A bag drop facility will be located under gazebos at Event HQ. Bags will be stored in running number order. You will find a tear-off strip on your race number that must be attached to your bag before you leave it with our team.
We ask you not to leave anything valuable in your baggage. Cornwall Hospice Care, Falmouth Running Club, and the Princess Pavilion will not be held liable for loss or damage to any personal possessions left in the bag drop area.
Are there toilets available where I register?
There will be portaloos located in the garden at the Princess Pavilion. There are also available toilets within the Princess Pavilion complex.
I’ve done some fundraising for you - what do I do with it?
Our team will be happy to accept any sponsor money that you have collected, (card, cash and cheques made payable to Cornwall Hospice Care all accepted). If you have outstanding sponsorship pledges and money still to collect, please photocopy your sponsor form and hand in the original on the day. If you’ve set up an online fundraising page using JustGiving, the money you’ve raised will be paid to Cornwall Hospice Care automatically.
Can I wear earphones during the Run Falmouth race?
Earphones and headsets of any kind (including bone conducting headsets) are banned from Grand Prix races, anyone reported wearing them will be disqualified without exception. We value your safety – much of the route is on public roads, without road closures so you’ll need to be able to hear what’s going on in your surroundings and any instructions from our race marshals on the route.
Is there a race cut-off time for Run Falmouth?
There is a course completion time limit of 3 HOURS 15 MINUTES – BY 1.15PM – this is at the discretion of the Race Director. If you haven’t completed by this time or don’t think you will, you are welcome to continue but be aware that many of the route marshals will have stood down from their posts by then. There will still be a sweep vehicle/marshal, but you will need to use the pavements etc., as you would as pedestrian. In addition, you won’t be given an official completion time. We will endeavour to present all finishers with a medal outside of the cut-off time.
Are there water stations on the Run Falmouth route?
Yes of course! There will be FOUR water stations on the route at approximately MILE 4, MILE 7, MILE 9 and MILE 11. We are using compostable biodegradable cups at each of our stations.
What should I do if I feel unwell or pick up an injury whilst on the course?
There will be a sweep vehicle (Cornwall & Devon 4×4) following the runners for your safety. If at any point you feel that you need assistance, medical or other, then please ask one of the route marshals to make contact with the race headquarters.
If you need to pull out from the race, please do not just leave the course. You MUST inform a marshal and return to the finish to report that you are safe and return your chip timing tag please.
Medical support for the Run Falmouth Half Marathon will be provided by Omega Medical on the day with medics at Event HQ and on the route. Please speak to a marshal or call the emergency number provided on your bib if you need their services when out on the route.
I’ve signed up, but can no longer take part - what should I do?
If you are unable to take part please let us know as soon as possible by calling us on 01726 66868 (option 3). Run Falmouth has sold out early for the last two years, so please do let us know so that we can offer your place to another runner who may be on our waiting list.
We may also be able to offer to defer your place to the following year.
If you wish to transfer your place to another runner this can be self-managed on SI Entries. Registration fees are non-refundable. The registration fee is per person.
The deadline for all transfers and deferrals is WEDNESDAY 12TH MARCH 2025 AT MIDDAY.
How old do I have to be to take part?
The minimum age to take part in Run Falmouth is 18 years old.
