The Pareto FM Shrewsbury Half Marathon & Metric Half Marathon 2026

Pareto FM Shrewsbury Half Marathon - starts at 8:30am

The Shrewsbury Half Marathon 2026 – Sunday 27th September at 8:30am.

After the tremendous success of the 2025 event, we’re excited to announce the details for 2026!

Included in your entry:

Starting and finishing at The West Mid Showground. A scenic route showcasing Shrewsbury’s highlights including the Welsh & English Bridge, Kingsland, Porthill, Coleham, The Quarry, Frankwell, and the picturesque town centre with its medieval buildings and unique street names.

• Technical race souvenir t-shirt.
• Options for ladies or men’s fit finisher t-shirts.
• Free official race photos.
• Pacers to help you achieve your target time.
• Race treats at the finish.
• A bespoke metal medal to commemorate your achievement.
• Chip timed results on a measured route.
• UKA Licenced event.
• Easy onsite parking.
• An option to plant a tree instead of receiving a finisher’s t-shirt.

To get an extended free trial period with our Coaching Partners Runna click here

Age Requirement:

Participants must be at least 17 years old on race day.

Transfers:

Transfers to other runners are accepted up to 23:59 on Sunday 6th September 2026. There are no deferrals.

Pareto FM Shrewsbury Metric Half Marathon 2026 – 8.1 miles / 13.1km Road Race. Sunday 27th September. Starts at 8:55am.

Why the Metric Half Marathon?

Have you completed a 10k but aren't quite ready for the traditional half marathon distance? Or perhaps you're looking for a shorter, faster race challenge? This is the perfect event for you!

Race Details:

• Starting and finishing at The West Mid Showground.
• A picturesque route that hugs the River Severn, crossing both the English & Welsh Bridges, and passing through The Quarry, Kingsland, and Frankwell. 

Included in your entry:

• Beautiful town centre route.
• Technical race souvenir t-shirt (with ladies and men's fit options).
• Free official race photos to commemorate your achievement.
• Race treats at the finish line.
• A bespoke metal medal to celebrate your run.
• Chip-timed results on a UKA Licenced, measured route.
• Convenient onsite parking.
• An eco-friendly option to plant a tree instead of receiving a finisher's t-shirt.

Age Requirement:

Runners must be at least 17 years old on race day.

Transfers: 

Transfers to other runners will be accepted until 23:59 on Sunday 6th September 2026. For transfers, please refer to the link in your sign-up email.

Contact Us: 

For any inquiries, drop us an email at info@shrewsburyhalf.com.