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Inverness Half FAQs

Early bird entry for the 2027 Inverness Half Marathon, taking place on 14 March, is now open for a limited period. You can enter via our registration platform, Let's Do This.

Entries cannot be deferred, transferred, or refunded. Please see our General Conditions of Entry for full details.

Entries cannot be transferred to another participant or event. If you'd like to take part in another event, you can sign up online here. Important: Do not swap bib numbers. This creates safety risks and timing issues, and anyone found doing so will be disqualified.

You can update your details via the Manage Your Entry link in your confirmation email or by logging into Let's Do This. Your details will be locked in from 14 February 2027.

Yes, participants must be 17 or over on event day.

UK participants: Posted in late February.
Overseas participants: Collect from the Sports Hall, Inverness Leisure (09:30–10:45 on Sunday).

If your pack hasn't arrived, please contact us for a replacement.

No, your pack (including bib and timing chip) will be posted to you. An Info Desk will be available in the Sports Hall from 09:30 on Sunday.

A limited number of complimentary places are available for runners who meet qualifying standards achieved within the last 24 months. Apply by 1 March 2027 (first come, first served) with your details and a Power of 10 link.

Your entry includes a finisher's medal, technical t-shirt, event giveaway, chip-timed results, downloadable certificate, and water stations on the course and at the finish.

The race starts at 11:30 on Sunday 14 March 2027 on Bught Road (IV3 5SS).

Our aim is to support every participant, whatever their pace, from start to finish and provide the best possible experience.

The half marathon starts at 11:30 and the cut-off time is 15:00 (3 hours 30 minutes). In the interests of safety and to minimise disruption to local residents, some sections of the course begin reopening after 13:30. Prior to road sections reopening, marshals will guide participants onto the pavement to continue safely to the finish.

Yes, you can run for any charity of your choice or support one of our official charity partners.

Please contact your chosen charity directly for details.

There are four water stations located at 3, 6, 9 and 11.5 miles, plus water at the finish. There is also one HIGH5 gel station on the route.

As part of our commitment to sustainability, all water stations will use paper cups instead of plastic bottles to reduce single-use plastic and minimise water waste.

Only bone conduction headphones are permitted. Standard headphones or earbuds are not allowed.

No. Cyclists are not permitted on the route for safety reasons.

We're sorry, but there isn't a wheelchair category within the Half Marathon due to safety and logistical reasons. Wheelchair participants are welcome to enter the Inverness 5K, which takes place on the same day and follows a more suitable route.

If you require a support runner, please let us know.

Yes, if required for a medical condition or disability. Support runners can apply for a complimentary place. Please contact us.

No dogs are allowed on the route.

Assistance dogs only are permitted within Inverness Sports Centre and Queen's Park Stadium.

Limited parking is available at Inverness Leisure and Highland Council car parks.

Please:

• Use marked bays only (charges apply).
• Allow extra time, as parking near Inverness Leisure will be very busy.
• Consider parking further away and walking, or car sharing.
• Do not park at Inverness Ice Centre (private property).

• • Do not park on streets forming the event route, as vehicles may be removed.

Road closure details are available here. Thank you for your cooperation.

The final miles through Inverness offer excellent viewing opportunities. Spectators are also welcome at Inverness Sports Centre for the finish.

Please note: Infirmary Bridge is closed to pedestrians and cyclists from 10:30–15:30.

We offer a wide range of volunteer roles. Visit the Volunteer page or get in touch to find out more.

Photos from Marathon Photos Live will be available shortly after you finish.

Share your bib number so friends and family can register for notifications.

We are committed to reducing the environmental impact of the event. Read more about our sustainability initiatives on our sustainability page.

Items are held for two weeks after the event.

Please email us with a description of your item and where it was lost. Any found items should be handed in at the Info Point in the Sports Hall.

Results are initially provisional, with official results confirmed within 3–5 working days and submitted to RunBritain and Power of 10.

If you have a query, please email us as soon as possible.