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Cambridge Half

Cambridge Half is a flat half marathon in Cambridge, UK, held each March. Pan-flat past the colleges and along the Backs — one of the UK's quickest halves. Early March is 4-10C. On a course as flat as Cambridge Half, even splits are everything; the classic mistake is banking time in the first third.

Last updated 2026-07-03 · confirm dates & entries on the official race site

When

March

every year

Course

flat

Half marathon

Conditions

Early March is 4-10C.

Racing this course well

Pan-flat past the colleges and along the Backs — one of the UK's quickest halves.

On a course as flat as Cambridge Half, even splits are everything; the classic mistake is banking time in the first third.

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When is the Cambridge Half?
It is held each March in Cambridge, UK. Check the official Cambridge Half site for the exact date and entry windows.
Is the Cambridge Half course flat?
Pan-flat past the colleges and along the Backs — one of the UK's quickest halves.
How should I train for the Cambridge Half?
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