Running
Marathon
42.2 km
94m
Start: Oct 16, 09:00 PM
The Abingdon Marathon
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Road runs in United Kingdom, Abingdon
Distances
About
The Abingdon Marathon was first held in 1982 and will celebrate its 42nd edition in 2026. The course is flat and fast, almost all on roads, and is a great race to go for a personal best time. Although the race entry has grown over the years, we will always remain a small marathon. Our focus remains on providing a great experience for our runners.
Catering & aid stations
Drink stations every three miles with Active Root sports drinks available after miles 11, 14, 20, and 23. Toilets and a private lactation space at Tilsley Park; period and incontinence products available at start/finish and aid stations.
Pacers
The 2026 event will include pace bands for target times per start wave — watch for visible pacers on course and follow timing/wave information in the race programme.
Results
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Surface mix
- 100% asphalt
Typical weather in Abingdon
Monthly averages based on historical data (2000–present).
Jan7°2°
↑ 08:06
↓ 16:24
Feb8°2°
↑ 07:22
↓ 17:19
Mar10°3°
↑ 06:20
↓ 18:10
Apr13°5°
↑ 06:09
↓ 20:02
May16°8°
↑ 05:13
↓ 20:52
Jun19°11°
↑ 04:47
↓ 21:26
Jul21°13°
↑ 05:06
↓ 21:18
Aug21°13°
↑ 05:51
↓ 20:30
Sep18°11°
↑ 06:41
↓ 19:21
Oct15°9°
↑ 07:30
↓ 18:13
Nov10°5°
↑ 07:25
↓ 16:16
Dec8°3°
↑ 08:06
↓ 15:56
Route maps
What's included in entry
- Race programme
FAQ
What is the date and start time for the 2026 Abingdon Marathon?
Sunday 18 October 2026, with the start at 9:00 am.
Is the course suitable for wheelchair competitors?
The course is not suitable for unaccompanied wheelchair competitors.
Are there age-category prizes?
Yes, prizes are awarded for men and women in overall and veteran categories (40+, 50+, 60+, 70+), plus team prizes.
Can I run in fancy dress?
Yes, fancy dress is allowed; please consider weather conditions and hydration.
Last updated: Jun 6, 2026, 12:06:01 AM
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