Great Manchester Half 2026
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Manchester
- 31 May 2026
- Half Marathon
Why run it?
More than 35,000 runners take on the famous AJ Bell Great Manchester Run each year. The half marathon distance offers an epic city centre course which is mostly flat and packed with PB potential. In true Mancunian style, it’s got unparalleled local support and good vibes from start to finish. Starting on Portland Street, runners will pass some of Manchester’s most iconic landmarks and soak in the incredible entertainment along the route, culminating in a spectacular grandstand finish on Deansgate. 10k distance also available on the same day.
What's it like to run?
Runners:
35000
Surface:
Road
Start:
08:15
Course:
Mostly flat
Temp:
5-15°C
Distance:
Half Marathon
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Charity partners you can support in this event include
Children's Health Foundation
Children’s Health Foundation’s mission is to help provide world-class facilities, research and compassionate loving care for every sick child in Ireland.
CCLG: The Children & Young People’s Cancer Association
A leading children's cancer charity - we work to improve treatment and care.
St Joseph's Hospice
Help people with life-limiting illness make the most of the time they have left.
Living Life Counselling
Mental health support for those that most need it.
Pernicious Anaemia Society
We provide information, help and support to sufferers of Pernicious Anaemia.
The Big Food Project
At The Big Food Project, we’ve seen how hunger deeply affects individuals and families in our communities.
Dougie Mac
Delivering excellent, compassionate care to people approaching end of life.
Brain Tumour Ireland
A charity founded by a small group of people caring for a family member who was sadly lost to a brain tumour in early 2012.
Sandy Bear Children's Bereavement Charity
Providing services to all children and young people who have, or who are likely to suffer a bereavement in Wales.
Service Dogs UK
We train and provide assistance dogs from rescue for members of the armed forces and emergency services suffering with PTSD.
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