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Yorkshire Marathon 2027

  • GB York
  • 17 October 2027
  • Marathon
Why run it?

The Altra Yorkshire Marathon is a standout event on the UK's running calendar due to it's scenic route and amazing atmosphere. The historical city of York plays host to thousands of runners and spectators gathering for this incredible running festival. Starting at the University of York, the route takes runners outside the city's walls and into the spectacular countryside that surrounds York. The course runs through Stockton-on-the-Forest and Buttercrambe Moor Wood, circling round to Balloon Tree Farm and looping back towards the city for a fabulous finish at the University Campus.

What's it like to run?

Runners:
10000
Surface:
Road
Start:
09:30
Course:
Mostly flat
Temp:
9 - 14°C
Distance:
Marathon

How to get your place in the race

01
Choose the charity you’d like to support.
02
Complete the short form to register your interest to run.
03
Your charity will be in touch directly on next steps!
Please note, charities with entries in this event have partnered with realbuzz to reach runners like you.

Charities you can run for

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Rethink Mental Illness Rethink Mental Illness
Rethink Mental Illness
We are on a mission to transform lives - fighting stigma, campaigning for change, and supporting thousands with expert mental health care every day. Run for Rethink and make every mile matter
Deposit
Fundraising Target

FAQs

Whether you’re lacing up for your first race or returning for another year, we want you to feel prepared and inspired. Here you’ll find everything you need to know about signing up, fundraising, and making an impact.
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  • Running for charity means taking part in an official race while committing to raise money to a set level (fundraising target) for a chosen cause. Because you're committed to fundraising, you can get guaranteed entry subject to completing a certain amount of fundraising, even if your chosen event is sold out for general entry, plus expert fundraising support to help you reach your target.

  • It's simple. Choose your distance, pick your event and select the charity you'd like to support. Once you've secured your place - either by signing up for an individual entry straight away or applying for a team if your charity has an official team in your chosen event - you'll receive everything you need to prepare, fundraise, and take on race day with confidence.

  • Not at all! Charity runs are open to all abilities, from complete beginners to seasoned marathoners. Whether you’re aiming for your first 10K or a major marathon, we’ll provide training tips and fundraising advice to help you succeed. With realbuzz, you can choose from marathons, half marathons, shorter distances such as 10ks and 10 miles, and team relay races.  
  • There will be a fundraising target, based on the event you choose, which you'll need to commit to as part of securing your place. When you sign up, you'll receive info about your chosen charity's preferred fundraising platform so you can set up your fundraising page. 100% of your fundraising goes to your charity, usually directly through the fundraising platform you're using.