Webster and Keep take marathon titles in successful Boston Running Festival

The Boston Running Festival 2026 proved to be a tremendous success, with over 2,300 runners taking part across the full marathon, half marathon, 10K, and 5K events.

First male home in the Boston Marathon was Dundee Road Runners' David Webster in 2.34.10 with Lizzie Keep (Lewes AC) first woman in 02.54.22.

Away they go for the start of the Marathon. Photo by Bartosz Fedkowicz.

placeholder image — Away they go for the start of the Marathon. Photo by Bartosz Fedkowicz.

Mohamed Abdin was second male with Conor Culham third while second female was Katie Latham and third was Elizabeth Joyce.

Male Half Marathon winner was Joe Crutchley (Beeston AC) in 1.10.53 while Kirsten van Dorp was the women's winner in 1.26.21.

Marathon winners Lizzie Keep and David Webster on the podium.

Marcus Chesterton (Newark AC) was the male winner of the 10k in 32.29 with female winner Nicola Curtis (Off That Coach Fitness) in 36.33.

Stanley Barber (Trafford AC) took the male crown in the Fun Run in 19.47 with Lucie Tait-Harris (Wolves) the female winner in 22.40.

It was a dry day with a few sunny spells and a refreshing breeze adding to the challenge.

But the event delivered a fantastic day of running for participants of all abilities.

Runners pass through the town. Photo by Bartosz Fedkowicz

The atmosphere was electric from start to finish, with supporters lining the course to cheer on runners and create a truly memorable experience.

Boston Marathon Association race director Kay Bonnell said: “We are sincerely thankful to the incredible team of volunteers who generously gave their time to ensure the smooth running of the event.

“Their dedication and enthusiasm were instrumental in creating such a welcoming and well-organised day.

“Many of our volunteers dressed up to create a buzz - we had bees, chickens and even a dinosaur.

The men's podium presentations at the end of the Marathon.

“Thank you also to local businesses Boston College, Boston Seeds, HS Health Group, Central Cars, McCartney foods, Lincolnshire Motorhomes & Caravans, Boston Transport Training, Endeavour radio for their invaluable support, helping to make the festival a true community event.

“We are very thankful to Lincolnshire Emergency Blood Bike Service who were lead, tail and riding the course ensuring everyone was safe.”

She added: “We had a very special moment when Bill and Pauline Howes crossed the finish line completing their 700th Marathon each – an an absolute fabulous achievement.

“Lots of runners loved our new podium and hand held signs for a fabulous photo opportunities made by our very own committee member James Bonnell aka 'Dogsbody'.”

With such a positive turnout and atmosphere, organisers are already looking ahead with excitement to the 2027 Boston Running Festival.