Blackpool Marathon
Blackpool, United Kingdom · Tuesday 27 April 2027
Blackpool Marathon is part of the Blackpool Festival of Running, a full weekend of events held on the city's promenade. The marathon course is flat and traffic-free, making it ideal for those seeking a personal best. The route combines both the main roadway promenade and walkways along the seafront, offering stunning views of the Irish Sea. Participants can choose from a variety of distances, including a half marathon, 10K, 5K, and 2K, making it accessible to runners of all levels.
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Adjusted Time
3:57:35
Time difference: -2.4 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain143m
Elevation High27m
Elevation Low5m
Weather Forecast
High16°C
Low9°C
Chance of Rain0%
How hard is Blackpool Marathon?
Moderateharder than 27% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Blackpool Marathon plays about 2 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #844 hardest of 1151 marathons we analyse, and #48 of 57 in United Kingdom. Use the calculator above to see the exact adjusted time for your own goal pace.
What will you run at Blackpool Marathon?
Estimated finish times on this course versus the same effort on an average road marathon, based on its elevation, surface, and expected race-day temperature.
| Average-course time | On Blackpool Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 2:56:34 | −03:26 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:27:03 | −02:57 |
| 4:00:00 | 3:57:35 | −02:25 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:28:09 | −01:51 |
| 5:00:00 | 4:58:46 | −01:14 |
| 5:30:00 | 5:29:24 | −00:36 |
| 6:00:00 | 6:00:05 | +00:05 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Blackpool Marathon 2027 Course Analysis
Blackpool Marathon is a full marathon held in Blackpool, United Kingdom. It is scheduled for Tuesday 27 April 2027. The course is run on road surface with 143m of total climbing, with its high point near 27m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Blackpool Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
With 143m of total climbing, this is a gently undulating course. The elevation changes are manageable for most runners and shouldn't greatly affect your pacing.
Expected Race Day Weather
Based on historical weather data for April, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Near-ideal running temperatures are expected, ranging from 9°C to 16°C. This temperature range is widely considered optimal for marathon performance, allowing efficient heat dissipation without cold-related issues. There is a low chance of rain (0%), so dry conditions are likely.
Surface Type: Road
Blackpool Marathon is run on road surfaces, which provide the fastest and most predictable conditions for racing. Road courses allow for consistent pacing and are typically the best choice for a personal best.
Looking for an easier marathon or a tougher challenge? You can also compare Blackpool Marathon against other marathons to find the right race for your goals.
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