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4.7

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Birmingham Black Country Half Marathon

Name: Birmingham Black Country Half Marathon
Start: 2027-07-03
End: 2027-07-03
Location: Wolverhampton, UK
Rating: 4.74

Location

Wolverhampton, UK

Date

3rd July '27

Entry Options

Half Marathon

Rating Highlights

4.87 /5

Supporting Staff

4.85 /5

Event Logistics

4.84 /5

Finish Area

Rating Overview

All Time Average

4.74

2026 Average

4.88

Rating Breakdown

Pre-event communication

4.77

Event Logistics

4.85

Supporting Staff

4.87

Event Safety

4.81

Course Navigation

4.80

Course Congestion

4.75

Aid Stations

4.76

Swag

4.75

Sustainability

4.66

Finish Area

4.84

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Features & Characteristics

Degree of Challenge

Ideal for beginners

51% of reviews

Atmosphere

Small & Intimate

76% of reviews

Location

Urban & Nature Mix

70% of reviews

Running

Flat & Fast

62% of reviews

Awards & Accolades

Racecheck Gold Award - 2026

Racecheck Gold Award - 2025

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Frequently asked questions

When is Birmingham Black Country Half Marathon?

The next edition of Birmingham Black Country Half Marathon takes place on 3 July 2027.

Where does Birmingham Black Country Half Marathon take place?

Birmingham Black Country Half Marathon takes place in Wolverhampton, UK.

What distances does Birmingham Black Country Half Marathon offer?

Entry options include: Half Marathon.

How is Birmingham Black Country Half Marathon rated by runners?

Birmingham Black Country Half Marathon has an average rating of 4.74 out of 5 from 178 verified participant reviews on Racecheck.

What is Birmingham Black Country Half Marathon like?

Based on participant reviews, runners describe it as: Ideal for beginners (51% of reviews), Small & Intimate (76% of reviews), Urban & Nature Mix (70% of reviews), Flat & Fast (62% of reviews).

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4.7

(178)

Chloe P.

4.7

· 2026 Half Marathon ·

Communication and race logistics were excellent - extra kudos to the team and Carvers for getting race HQ sorted at the last minute! A surprisingly scenic route with great support and fantastic atmosphere. I'll be back! Personally, I would like the option to opt out of a medal / ...

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Ali B.

5.0

· 2026 Half Marathon ·

A really, enjoyable route. It was very well organised and with participants split into waves there was no congestion on the course. Plenty of water stations for a hot day and lots of friendly marshals. I would definitely recommend!

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Michael K.

5.0

· 2026 Half Marathon ·

First time I’ve entered this event. It was incredible and throughly enjoyed the atmosphere and run. It was well organised. Have already booked for next year. The only disappointing thing was that I’d been training to complete under 2 hours. Completed it in 2 hours and 2 second...

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Rory M.

4.8

· 2026 Half Marathon ·

This is such a criminally underrated event. The effort that goes in putting this event on is there for all to see. It works so well and you get a really good experience with the usual trimmings at the end. Would thoroughly recommend this race!

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Andy P.

4.8

· 2026 Half Marathon ·

Well organised and friendly as usual. A very enjoyable day. Thanks!

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Isobell P.

4.9

· 2026 Half Marathon ·

Absolutely brilliant course, its my 3rd year of running it and ill be back next year

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Karen W.

5.0

· 2026 Half Marathon ·

Loved every moment of this event! The atmosphere was great! Can’t wait to run next years 20th event

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Sharon C.

4.8

· 2026 Half Marathon ·

Really nice race, well organised, calm start line, nice aid stations.

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Claire H.

5.0

· 2026 Half Marathon ·

Loved it. Booked for next year

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David H.

5.0

· 2026 Half Marathon ·

Great course and marshalls. Need meet toilets at the start is my only moan.

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