Go Green This Black Friday ššāāļø
- Colchester Half Marathon
- Nov 18, 2025
- 2 min read
This Black Friday, weāre doing things a little differently by celebrating Green FridayĀ ā offering you the chance to sign up for the Colchester Half Marathon 2026Ā with a special promo code andĀ helping us shout about our sustainability efforts.
Because we believe running should be good for you andĀ good for the planet.

Our Green Pledge š±
Weāre making efforts to make our race as clean and green as possible. Hereās how weāre working towards a more sustainable event:
š§ Hydration without the waste
We encourage runners to bring their own hydration if they can, but along the route youāll find water stations with refill points and compostable cups. That way, everyone gets the water they need without all the waste.
š No more goody bag āstuffā
We donāt hand out traditional goody bags at the finish line, theyāre usually filled with flyers and things no one really wants! Instead, weāll send you a digital goody bagĀ straight after the race, packed with great offers (and none of the landfill guilt).
š Reuse, refresh, repurpose
From signs to banners, we reuse our kit year after year. It means less waste, less spending and more resources going into what matters most: giving you the best race day experience.
Join Us This Green Friday š
Sometimes the best part of a winter run is what comes after! Whether itās a hot chocolate, a warm bath, or a cosy evening in, reward yourself for getting those miles done. Small rituals can keep motivation high and make training something to look forward to.
Sign up to the Colchester Half Marathon (Sunday 8th March 2026)Ā this Green Friday using promo code: 'GREENFRIDAY' for a special discount.




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