Great Manchester Run

2024 Great Manchester Run

Sunday 26th May 2024
Minimum Fundraising – 10k: £150 (+ £10 entry fee) / Half Marathon: £250 (+£15 entry fee)

If you’re going to do a run in Manchester – make it the greatest!

The AJ Bell Great Manchester Run is the city’s original and best-loved running event. With a 10K or a half marathon distance to choose from, over 99% of Manchester runners say they’d recommend it to a friend. And in true Mancunian style, it’s a party from start to finish, with a high-energy soundtrack, live music and entertainment zones at every turn – plus, some of the loudest and most enthusiastic local support we’ve seen anywhere in the UK. Go Manchester!

We could go on all day about why you should join our team, but we’ll keep it short.

You’ll receive a free exclusive Santini-design running top.
You’ll have free support from our incredible training partner and expert fundraising team.
Most importantly, you’ll be raising vital funds in the battle against blood cancer.

Join our growing team of CL runners!

Here is how your fundraising has helped the lives of blood cancer patients across the country

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