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About this event

Considered the UK’s flattest and fastest Marathon, this course takes you through Trafford, starting and finishing at Manchester United Football Club. Also encouraging to know that this marathon has been awarded the official title of UK’s Best Marathon for two years running at the Running Awards!

What to expect from Children with Cancer UK

You can be part of our team whether you secure your own place independently of the charity or are allocated one of our charity places.
When you join our team, you will receive the following support from us;

  • A Fundraising Pack containing lots of fundraising advice
  • Regular emails to provide top tips
  • A bright and colourful running vest

Please email sports@childrenwithcancer.org.uk for more information.

Location & Date

  • Manchester, United Kingdom
  • April 8, 2018

Contact Details


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Clara knows what it's like to have cancer as a child. That's why she's now a children's nurse in the oncology ward at @GreatOrmondSt. Listen to Clara's advice for families affected by #ChildhoodCancer during the pandemic. Watch the full video at: https://t.co/knB8ROj3K0 https://t.co/VC7rFQC8Ny

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