Runners and fundraisers invited to take on half marathon challenge for Wolverhampton charity

A new addition to the Wolverhampton running calendar is set to offer an opportunity to support a specialist palliative care charity.

Compton Care has opened applications for the Compton Half Marathon on Sunday, September 27, a run which will see the event start and finish at Aldersley Stadium and take in a route passing through Compton and the Smestow Valley.

It is the city’s newest running event with the Wolverhampton 10K and Half Marathon scheduled for the end of September and the RunThrough Wolves 10K taking place in late March.

A Compton Care spokesman said: “The new Compton Half Marathon 2026 is an exciting addition to the local running calendar, designed to challenge, inspire, and bring together runners from across the Midlands and beyond.

“The event will take place on Sunday, September 27, with the run starting and finishing at Aldersley Stadium in Wolverhampton.

“This iconic venue will provide a vibrant race-day atmosphere for both participants and spectators, as well as excellent facilities to support runners before and after the event.

“The Compton Half will offer a 13.1‑mile route that showcases some of the area’s most distinctive local scenery passing through Compton and the Smestow Valley.

“The course which follows a flat railway line is good for PBs, suitable for first‑time half marathon runners, club runners, and experienced athletes alike.

“On completion, all finishers will receive a Compton Half finisher’s medal, with additional race-day amenities designed to make the experience enjoyable and memorable.

“Further details including entries and route maps will be released in due course.

“We look forward to welcoming you to the start line and making history together at the inaugural Compton Half 2026.”