May 31, 2026

Great Manchester Run

Name: Great Manchester Run
Start: 2026-05-31
Location: Great Manchester Run

The AJ Bell Great Manchester Run is the city’s original and best-loved running event. The route takes in the city’s highlights and iconic landmarks – including the likes of Old Trafford, Deansgate and The Lowry.

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. Will you join us in 2026 and support Children with Cancer UK?

I have my own place

I want a charity place

Registration fees:
– Half Marathon: £30 (plus VAT)
Minimum fundraising target:
– Half Marathon: £350 minimum sponsorship
Portland Street, Manchester, England
May 31, 2026
020 7430 7788
[email protected]

Help to fund lifesaving research

Every step helps fund research into childhood cancers, creating better treatments and brighter futures.

Support for families
in crisis

Your run provides emotional and practical support support for families families facing the challenges of a cancer diagnosis.

Become a champion
for change

You’ll raise awareness and vital funds, helping to ensure no child faces cancer without hope for a brighter future.

What you can expect from Children with Cancer UK:

When you join our team, you will receive:

Regular emails with expert guidance and encouragement
A vibrant, branded running top
A digital fundraising pack full of tips and advice

If you’d like to join us and run for a cause, complete the form below. For any issues or questions:

Please contact us at [email protected] or call 020 7430 7788.

Join with a charity place

If you would like one of our charity places please complete the form below.

Half Marathon: £30 (plus VAT) registration fee, £350 minimum sponsorship

I want a charity place

Join with your own place

If you have secured your own place already through the race organisers, and would like to join our team, please complete the Own Place form below.

Registration fee: £0

Fundraising target: raise as much as possible

I have my own place

Where your money goes

Every contribution is carefully allocated to fund critical research, provide essential resources to families, and drive greater awareness.

Cancer diagnoses

Every day, around 10 children and young people in the UK are diagnosed with cancer.

New treatments

8 out of 10 young cancer patients can now receive successful treatment, thanks to the specialist research we help fund.

Safer therapies

We are committed to developing safer and more effective childhood cancer treatments with fewer toxic side effects.

Funding research

We invest in crucial childhood cancer research that would otherwise go unfunded.

Fighting childhood cancer
Research	44p
Supporting Families	15p
Raising Awareness	21p