The Weymouth Half Marathon is returning to the town this weekend, marking the 11th year of the popular annual race. Hundreds of runners are expected to take part in the event, which starts at 8am from Weymouth Pavilion on the Esplanade and finishes at the same location.
The Weymouth Half Marathon is returning to the town this weekend, marking the 11th year of the popular annual race.
Hundreds of runners are expected to take part in the event, which starts at 8am from Weymouth Pavilion on the Esplanade and finishes at the same location.
Due to the race route, a number of temporary road closures and traffic management measures will be in place throughout the morning and early afternoon.
Road Closures and Traffic Measures
The following closures and restrictions will be in place on race day:
- Preston Road will be closed between Melcombe Avenue and the Overcombe Corner mini roundabout from 7am to 10am. The signed diversion route will be via the A353 and the A354.
- The Esplanade will be closed southbound only between King Street at the Jubilee Clock and the Pavilion car park from 7am to 1pm.
- A manned running crossing point will operate on The Esplanade near the junction with Bond Street from 7am to 1pm.
- The Esplanade will also be closed between Alexandra Gardens and the Pavilion car park between 7am and 1pm, including the section along the back of Alexandra Gardens.
- Custom House Quay will be closed for its entirety from 8am to 1pm.
- Old Castle Road will be closed northbound between Sudan Road and Belle Vue Road from 8am to 11.30am.
- Maiden Street will be closed from St Alban Street between 7am and 12pm, with exit via East Street.
- New Street will also be closed from St Alban Street from 7am to 12pm, with exit via East Street.
- St Thomas Street will be closed between Trinity Road and St Edmund Street at Weymouth Town Bridge between 7am and 1pm.
- Temporary traffic signals will be in place on St Edmund Street, alongside a manned running crossing point across St Edmund Street and St Mary Street, from 7am to 12pm.
- There will also be a manned running crossing point across Commercial Road at Lower St Alban Street from 7.15am to 12pm.
Advice for Motorists
Motorists travelling through Weymouth on race day are advised to allow extra time for their journeys and follow diversion routes where indicated.
Organisers say the event continues to grow in popularity each year and provides a major boost for the town’s running community and visitors.
The race begins at 8am from Weymouth Pavilion, with runners expected to finish throughout the late morning and early afternoon.
