HOKA Hackney Half Marathon
HOKA Hackney Half Marathon 2027
Registration Fee: £35
Minimum Fundraising Target: £350
Charity Places: Limited availability. Early registration is strongly encouraged.
About the event
The HOKA Hackney Half Marathon is a vibrant, closed-road course through the heart of the borough, powered by live music, cheering crowds and an unforgettable race-day experience. With a flat, flowing course and incredible on-course support, the Hackney Half Marathon is perfect for both first half marathons and breakthrough PB moments. Cross the finish line into a buzzing event village filled with celebration, community spirit, food, drink and music – the perfect post-race reward.
What you get in return for your support
When you join Team RAFBF, you are never running alone. In return for your incredible support, you will receive:
- A vibrant, branded RAF Benevolent Fund running vest or top.
- Dedicated, one-on-one support from your local regional fundraiser to assist with your fundraising goals and answer any event questions.
- A personalized post-event thank you to celebrate your milestone achievement.
- Fundraising materials
- Regional fundrasing support
Why your miles matter
Every step you take helps us deliver life-changing support. Here is a snapshot of the impact our collective efforts made to the RAF Family in 2025:
- We supported 50,713 serving personnel and their families with community activites and events as well as providing 16,189 with direct support
- We supported 1,521 veterans, their families and the bereaved with community activities and 17,452 with direct support
- 13,579 members of the RAF Family were supported through our mental health and emotional wellbeing services
- The Advocacy team supported 237 people and secured £850k in financial gain and cost savings
- Our dedicated enquiry and referral team handled 10,609 direct enquiries, an increase of 46% from 2024
What your fundraising could achieve:
- £100 could help provide emergency household support for a family facing sudden, unexpected financial hardship.
- £250 could contribute towards specialist mobility equipment that restores independence to a veteran.
- £500 could help fund critical counselling sessions for a serving family member struggling with their mental health.
Got your own place?
You can still run with Team RAF Benevolent Fund. If you’ve secured your own place in the Hackney Half Marathon, you can set up a fundraising page with us and raise vital funds for the RAF Family. There is no minimum fundraising target, just raise what you can and we will support you along the way.
Click here to create your fundraising page.