The Chester Half Marathon started and finished in the historic Roman/Medieval city of Chester. The fast and largely flat city and rural race route was run entirely on closed roads. Colin Palmer was first back for Wallasey AC in a time of 01:24:01 for 110th place. Mike Kelly was next home in 01:27:20 and a personal best. Ian Cannings was second in his age category after his 01:29:27.