Ilkley Half Marathon

The Ilkley Half Marathon takes runners through the stunning landscapes of West Yorkshire, offering breathtaking views and challenging hills along the way. The route is a single half marathon clockwise loop on tarmac road through the incredibly scenic Wharfdale valley. The course mildly undulating apart from a short, steep hill at around two miles and another one at about 11 miles. Total ascent and descent along the route is 221 meters. The 2025 race will continue the improvements made in 2024 to relating to the start line and Ilkley Town Center loop.