The Manchester Marathon - 19th April 2026
The adidas Manchester Marathon, the UK's second largest marathon and one of Europe's largest is an iconic event drawing participants from all over the world to the vibrant streets of Greater Manchester.
We pride ourselves in welcoming all to take on our 26.2 mile challenge, from some superb elite runners, to those who thought completing a marathon would never be possible. Many regular runners find this the ideal event to get a personal best time, whilst everybody finds the incredible Mancunian support throughout the course unforgettable.
Everyone who runs with our team receives the following:
- A Team Rugby Runners Welcome Pack full of fundraising tips and advice
- An IPF t-shirt to show the world you're on our team
- A technical fibre IPF running vest
- Unlimited 1-1 support from our dedicated fundraising team
Charity Place
To apply for a charity place with the #RugbyRunners team, please complete our application form on the link below.
- Registration Fee: £100
- Fundraising Pledge: £600
(Please Note: charity places are purchased through our partner, Run For Charity. The above link will take you to their site to register for your place).
Already have a ballot place?
Do you already have a place? Want to make a difference for the #RugbyFamily? If you are successful in the ballot, we would love for you to join the Rugby Runners Team! Simply register for the team when your place has been confirmed. You'll get the same great support as our charity place runners, we are one team!
Registration fee: None
Fundraising pledge: None
