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Manchester Marathon
Manchester, United Kingdom
April 18, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km
Charity RunCulture & History+4
GBCity Runs & Local Calendar
Running Calendar Races in Manchester: City Runs, Half Marathons & Trails
12 verified events (9 confirmed dates) and 27 races in Races in Manchester with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events129 confirmed dates
Competitions27Races & courses
Distances1.6 - 80 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+620 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Manchester Deka Ignite
Manchester, United Kingdom
Date to be announcedDate TBA
5 km
Culture & HistoryNature & Off-Road+1
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Manchester to Liverpool Ultra
Manchester, United Kingdom
Date to be announcedDate TBA
80 km
Point-to-PointNature & Off-Road+1
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Manchester Half Marathon
Manchester, United Kingdom
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km
Culture & HistoryCity Run
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Richmond Marathon
Richmond, United Kingdom
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km8 km
City RunPublic Park+1
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Battersea Park Half Marathon
London, United Kingdom
November 21, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
City RunLakes & Ponds+1
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London West DEKA Trifecta
London, United Kingdom
November 28, 2026 to November 29, 2026Date confirmed
5 km1.61 km
Nature & Off-RoadCulture & History+1
Photo: Shixart1985 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Run Aintree Half-Marathon
Liverpool, United Kingdom
December 13, 2026Date confirmed
21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunCulture & History+2
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 18, 2027 | Manchester Marathon | Manchester, England, GB | Road Running | 42.2 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Manchester Deka Ignite | Manchester, England, GB | Obstacle Course Racing | 5 km |
| Date to be announced | Manchester to Liverpool Ultra | Manchester, England, GB | Trail Running | 80 km |
| Date to be announced | Manchester Half Marathon | Manchester, England, GB | Road Running | 21.1 km |
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 14, 2026 | Richmond Marathon | Richmond, England, GB | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km8 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 | Battersea Park Half Marathon | London, England, GB | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Nov 28, 2026 - Nov 29, 2026 | London West DEKA Trifecta | London, England, GB | Obstacle Course Racing | 5 km1.61 km |
December 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 13, 2026 | Run Aintree Half-Marathon | Liverpool, England, GB | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Dec 20, 2026 | Portsmouth Coastal Marathon | Portsmouth, England, GB | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km12 km |
January 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 9, 2027 | Country to Capital | Wendover, England, GB | Trail Running | 69 km |
February 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 6, 2027 | Thames Trot | Oxford, England, GB | Trail RunningRoad Running | 76 km21.1 km |
March 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 7, 2027 | Chelmsford Half Marathon | Chelmsford, England, GB | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The host city of Races in Manchester (Grand Manchester, Manchester, United Kingdom) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 27 individual races, including 9 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running, and Obstacle Course Racing. Key host locations include Manchester, Richmond, London, and Liverpool. Notable events in the selection include Manchester Marathon, Manchester Deka Ignite, and Manchester to Liverpool Ultra.
Race distances span from 1.6 km to 80 km, reaching up to +620 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Manchester includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Races in Manchester?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 27 individual races in Races in Manchester. A total of 9 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Manchester Marathon, Manchester Deka Ignite, and Manchester to Liverpool Ultra.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Manchester?
Events in Races in Manchester focus on Road Running, Trail Running, and Obstacle Course Racing. Course distances range from 1.6 km entry-level races up to 80 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Manchester, Richmond, London, and Liverpool.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Manchester?
The most selective courses in Races in Manchester climb up to +620 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Races in Manchester?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.