MBNA Chester Marathon
AL
From Active Leisure Events Ltd
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable running experience at the MBNA Chester Marathon on Sunday, October 8th, 2017! Organised by Active Leisure Events Ltd, this exciting marathon takes place in the picturesque city of Chester, located in Cheshire West and Chester. Runners will enjoy a fast course that winds through the historic streets of Chester, showcasing stunning architecture and vibrant culture, as well as the breathtaking Cheshire and North Wales countryside.
Whether you're a seasoned marathoner or a first-time participant, this event promises an exhilarating atmosphere, making it one of the UK's biggest mass participation marathons. The race starts and finishes at the iconic Chester Racecourse, ensuring a memorable day for all involved. Join us for this incredible celebration of running, community, and the beautiful landscapes of Chester!
Whether you're a seasoned marathoner or a first-time participant, this event promises an exhilarating atmosphere, making it one of the UK's biggest mass participation marathons. The race starts and finishes at the iconic Chester Racecourse, ensuring a memorable day for all involved. Join us for this incredible celebration of running, community, and the beautiful landscapes of Chester!
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Debra Y
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Took part in the 2026 edition · 1 month ago
This is a fantastic event and strongly recommend. If you are going for a time, the pacers are brilliant and if you put your trust in them, you will get that goal achieved. The race organisation was very smooth. Good parking which can be booked in advance so you know you have a space, loads of loos and the start line was well managed too. Lovely to have a send off from Denise Lewis.
My only minor criticism is that a few water stations were manned by young people who didn’t really know how to hand out water, so I missed a couple of stations as I wasn’t prepared to stop and wait for water. This didn’t bother me as I had water on me, but some of the people around me were a bit frustrated. While it is hard to manage all the gel wrappers, I made sure I only dropped mine a litter points. I assumed the 1000’s dropped on the road will be picked up. But these are only minor points. The massage at the end was well worth the wait. The goody bag was full!
If I do a marathon again I would certainly consider Chester again. Thank you organisers and race day supporters. You powered me up that mile 25 hill to then get me to the finish.
My only minor criticism is that a few water stations were manned by young people who didn’t really know how to hand out water, so I missed a couple of stations as I wasn’t prepared to stop and wait for water. This didn’t bother me as I had water on me, but some of the people around me were a bit frustrated. While it is hard to manage all the gel wrappers, I made sure I only dropped mine a litter points. I assumed the 1000’s dropped on the road will be picked up. But these are only minor points. The massage at the end was well worth the wait. The goody bag was full!
If I do a marathon again I would certainly consider Chester again. Thank you organisers and race day supporters. You powered me up that mile 25 hill to then get me to the finish.
Organiser's description
Run on a fast course through the historic City of Chester and the stunning Cheshire and North Wales villages and countryside. One of the UK's biggest mass participation marathons, which starts and finishes at Chester Racecourse.
Location
The Watergate Inn, Watergate Square, Chester CH1 2LY, UK
MBNA Chester Marathon
AL
Active Leisure Events Ltd
The home of the multi award-winning and UK's Best Marathon Up To 5,000 Runners 2018, 2019 & 2020, the MBNA Chester Marathon, one of the UK's longest running and award-winning half marathons, the Essar Chester Half Marathon and the sell-out City Centre MBNA Chester 10K.
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2015
Events
30+
Avg. review
4.9
