Cardiff Half Marathon 2026

Wales’ most loved race is back on Sunday 4th of October. Join over 27,500 runners take on the iconic 13.1 mile course around the capital.

Be part of this special event by joining Team Kidney Wales. Run for Kidney Wales and we will provide you with everything you need to help us raise funds and awareness of Kidney Disease, while challenging yourself to take on this brilliant race.

Here are 3 reasons why we need your support at the 2026 Cardiff Half Marathon:

1. Fight a Leading Health Crisis: Kidney disease is the 10th biggest killer worldwide, yet it often receives less attention than other major illnesses. Supporting Kidney Wales helps bring critical awareness and resources to a condition that affects millions.
2. Support Where It’s Most Needed: Kidney Wales doesn’t receive any government funding, meaning it relies solely on public support to continue its vital work. By fundraising, you’re directly contributing to essential services and advocacy for those battling kidney disease.
3. Help People Facing a Lifelong Challenge: With no cure for kidney disease, only treatments to manage it, patients face ongoing challenges every day. Your support ensures that Kidney Wales can be there for the 20 people diagnosed daily and their families, providing the care and support they need.

The place is free to obtain however there is a minimum fundraising amount per space of £250. (£125 of this must be raised by Friday 7th of July 2026).

All Kidney Wales fundraisers will receive a running top for race day (upon reaching £125 of their fundraising target which will be sent out from June 2026), a fundraising pack and the full support of the Kidney Wales fundraising team to reach your personal fundraising goal.

If your application is successful, you will need to agree to the terms of the charity place which will be emailed to you in your welcome email. These terms can be found below at the bottom of the page.

Kidney Wales – Cardiff Half Marathon 2026 Charity Place Terms and Conditions

Thank you for choosing to run the Cardiff Half Marathon for Kidney Wales. By accepting one of our charity places, you must agree to the following terms and conditions:

Fundraising Commitment

• You agree to raise a minimum of £250 (excluding Gift Aid) for Kidney Wales.
• At least £125 must be raised by Friday 7th July 2026 to confirm your place.
• Failure to hit the fundraising target milestones may result in your place being withdrawn.
• All fundraising must be completed within 4 weeks of race day and be for Kidney Wales only.

Communication

• You must keep in regular contact with Kidney Wales, respond to emails and texts, and provide updates on your fundraising.
• Failure to respond to communications and/or show any fundraising activity may result in your place being withdrawn.

Withdrawal & Cancellation

• If you are unable to take part, you must inform Kidney Wales as soon as possible so that your place can be reallocated.
• Each charity place represents a cost to Kidney Wales. If you withdraw after accepting a place, we may not be able to recover this cost which is why letting us know of any changes in circumstances is very important.
• Funds already raised will remain with Kidney Wales and cannot be refunded to donors.

Health & Safety

• You confirm you are medically fit to participate and understand you take part at your own risk.
• Kidney Wales is not liable for any injury, illness, loss, or damage arising from your participation.

By accepting a Cardiff Half Marathon charity place, you must confirm you have read, understood, and agree to these terms via email following the offer of a place.