Manchester Marathon

Join Team Arthritis UK and tens of thousands of runners for this fast, flat route through the vibrant streets of Manchester. You'll get a big Northern welcome!

Run towards a future free from arthritis

Location: Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester M16 OPX
Date: Sunday 19 April 2026
Cost: £50 + booking fee
Minimum sponsorship target: £500

Surging in popularity amongst seasoned marathon runners as well as first time aspiring marathon finishers, the Manchester Marathon is one of the largest marathons in Europe. 

Drawing participants from around the world, this event sees incredible Mancunian support from the city's inhabitants. Now the UK's second largest marathon, join Team Arthritis UK as you run through the fantastic city of Manchester in this fast, friendly and flat route. 

I would like a charity place

Thank you for your interest in a charity place for the 2026 Manchester Marathon. We have currently sold out of our charity places for 2026. 

If you would be interested in joining the team for 2027, please email fundraising@arthritis-uk.org. 

I have my own place

Thank you so much for wanting to join Team Arthritis UK for the 2026 Manchester Marathon using your own place. Simply click the button below, complete the registration form and we'll welcome you to the team! 

Please note, this form is for those who have already secured a place directly with the organisers through the public entry.

Own place registration

What to expect as an Arthritis UK runner

  • An Arthritis UK running vest
  • An official welcome pack full of helpful training and fundraising advice
  • Dedicated training and fundraising support from our expert team
  • Access to our closed Facebook group of our community of supporters
  • A finisher's medal from the organiser

More information

Location: Manchester
Date: Sunday 19 April 2026
Cost: £50 + booking fee
Minimum sponsorship: £500

About the Manchester Marathon

Join Team Arthritis UK and tens of thousands of runners for this incredible race through the vibrant streets of Manchester. Take on your personal challenge and join elite runners and first-timers for a brilliant Northern welcome!

How to enter

Apply for an Arthritis UK charity place on the Run for Charity website, or register your own place with us.

Contact us

There's much more information on the Manchester Marathon website but you can also contact our team at fundraising@arthritis-uk.org with questions or to get support. 

Thank you for running for Arthritis UK.

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