
Farnham Common, United Kingdom · Sunday 17 August 2025
A hidden gem among UK races, the Burnham Beeches Half Marathon is set in one of England’s most beautiful ancient woodlands. The course consists of shaded trails, winding paths, and gentle rolling hills, making it a refreshing yet slightly challenging race.\n\nThe forest setting provides excellent cover from the summer heat, and the well-marked route and friendly atmosphere make it a fantastic choice for nature lovers. It’s a race that captures the beauty of the English countryside while offering
Adjusted Time
1:46:06
Time difference: +1.1 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Burnham Beeches Half-Marathon is a half marathon held in Farnham Common, United Kingdom, scheduled for Sunday 17 August 2025. The course is run on road surface with 198m of total elevation gain, reaching a maximum altitude of 92m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Burnham Beeches Half-Marathon website.
With 198m of elevation gain, this is a moderately undulating course. The route ranges from 43m to 92m above sea level (49m total range). While not completely flat, the elevation changes are manageable for most runners and shouldn't significantly impact pacing strategy.
Based on historical weather data for August, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Moderate temperatures between 13°C and 21°C are expected. While comfortable for most runners, those targeting fast times should pay attention to hydration, as these temperatures can impact performance over the full distance. There is a low chance of rain (0%), so dry conditions are likely.
Burnham Beeches Half-Marathon is run on road surfaces, which provide the fastest and most predictable conditions for marathon running. Road courses allow for consistent pacing and are typically the best choice for runners targeting a personal best time.
Our difficulty rating for Burnham Beeches Half-Marathon is calculated using a model that combines elevation gain, temperature impact, and surface type. Use the difficulty calculator above to enter your target finish time and see exactly how many minutes this course would add or subtract compared to a perfectly flat, cool, road-based half marathon. Faster runners and slower runners are affected differently by the same course conditions, so the difficulty is personalised to your pace.
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