Potato giant Albert Bartlett has been confirmed as the headline sponsor of the North Lanarkshire Half Marathon for the second consecutive year, as the event returns on Sunday, August 23, 2026. The race will once again start and finish at Ravenscraig Regional Sports Facility.
Event Details and Family Activities
Alongside the half marathon, the event includes a 5K, 1K, 400m, and Toddler Dash, making it a day of fun, fitness, and family entertainment for participants of all ages and abilities. Following the success of the inaugural event, Airdrie-based Albert Bartlett has renewed its support, continuing its partnership as headline sponsor.
Community and Council Support
Provost Kenneth Duffy thanked Albert Bartlett for their continued commitment to the event and the local community. He said: “We’re delighted to welcome Albert Bartlett back as headline sponsor for the second year of the North Lanarkshire Half Marathon. Their continued support helps us build on the success of last year’s inaugural event and ensures we can continue delivering a fantastic day that promotes health, wellbeing and community spirit. On behalf of North Lanarkshire Council, I’d like to thank Albert Bartlett for their ongoing commitment to this event and to our local communities.”
Sponsor's Perspective
John Hicks, brand and marketing director at Albert Bartlett, added: “We are delighted to be sponsoring the 2026 North Lanarkshire Half Marathon. It is another great event being added to the leisure calendar for the local community and visitors to enjoy. A healthy diet and lifestyle is something we work hard to promote in the local and wider communities we are part of and we are therefore particularly pleased that the event will also feature a range of other fun races making this a real family event. Good luck to everyone with their training. The Albert Bartlett team will be there taking part on the day, and we look forward to seeing everyone on August 23.”
Building on Success
Councillor Geraldine Woods, convener of the communities committee, said: “The inaugural North Lanarkshire Half Marathon exceeded our expectations, attracting runners of all ages and abilities while creating a fantastic atmosphere for participants, spectators and the wider community. It was wonderful to see so many people embracing the event and enjoying everything the day had to offer. We’re determined to build on that success in the event’s second year, making it even bigger and better. With the continued support of Albert Bartlett and our other sponsors and partners, we’re looking forward to welcoming even more runners and families to Ravenscraig for another memorable day that showcases the very best of North Lanarkshire.”
Family Fun Zone and Registration
Families are encouraged to come along and make a day of it by signing up for the free Family Fun Zone, taking place alongside the main event. Activities include face painting, bouncy castles, sports taster sessions, live entertainment, and delicious food vendors. A limited number of places remain across some race categories. For more information and to enter, visit www.activenl.co.uk.
