MBNA Chester Marathon

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From Active Leisure Events Ltd

  • Date Sun 8th October 2023
  • Time 09:00
  • Location Chester, Cheshire
  • Price £56.75
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances Marathon

Event summary

Join us for the exhilarating MBNA Chester Marathon on Sunday, October 8th, 2023, in the beautiful city of Chester, Cheshire! Organised by Active Leisure Events Ltd, this remarkable marathon welcomes runners of all abilities and ages, making it the perfect event for both seasoned athletes and beginners alike. With distances designed for everyone, including the full marathon, this event is not only a thrilling race but also the final race in the Chester Triple Medal series. Complete the 10K and Half Marathon in the same year to earn an extra special, gold medal!

As the UK's only international marathon set in the historic Roman and Medieval city of Chester, participants will enjoy a vibrant city centre start and finish, with a breathtaking route that showcases Chester's iconic landmarks. Runners will then venture into the picturesque Cheshire and North Wales countryside, returning along the stunning banks of the River Dee to a heartwarming finish, cheered on by enthusiastic local supporters. Whether you're running for fun, charity, or personal achievement, the MBNA Chester Marathon promises an unforgettable experience. Join us and take the first step toward your greatness!

MBNA Chester Marathon

Sun 8th October 2023

A marathon runner in blue shorts and a pink tank top high-fives spectators holding foam hands as he approaches the finish line. The sunny outdoor event has many cheering attendees and is decorated with sponsor banners. A runner in an orange shirt triumphantly raises his arms as he crosses the finish line during the MBNA Chester Marathon. Other runners are seen in the background, and spectators line the path behind a white barricade with MBNA branding. Four men stand together outdoors, celebrating and smiling. They are wearing matching teal athletic shirts with "2022" and "Chester Marathon" printed on them, and each has a medal around their neck. One man is holding a cap in the air, and trees and other people are in the background. Two women joyfully cross the finish line of a race, holding hands and smiling. Both wear athletic gear, bib numbers visible. The road is lined with cheering spectators behind barriers. Trees and banners add to the lively atmosphere. A group of runners, some in orange shirts and others in black, are participating in a race on a tree-lined street. They appear excited and are smiling, with some waving at the camera. A person in the foreground is wearing a "brain tumor" awareness shirt. Bystanders and colorful banners line the course. Three female runners hold hands and celebrate as they cross a marathon finish line together, surrounded by cheering spectators. The runners are wearing numbered bibs and athletic attire. Trees and race banners adorn the background. A smiling runner with raised arms crosses the finish line in a race. She is wearing a pink shirt, black shorts, and a race bib numbered 5028. Spectators line the path behind barricades, and a man with a media vest is on the side. Trees line the background. A woman wearing an orange shirt, black shorts, and sunglasses smiles and claps while running in a race. She has a race bib with the name "Helen" and the number "5191." Other runners and spectators are visible in the background, including one wearing a teal "Davenport Runners" shirt. Two cheerful runners, Sam and Bex, wearing blue athletic gear, proudly display their medals after a race. Both hold multiple medals and smile at the camera. Sam’s bib number is 5699, and Bex’s is 5615. Trees and parked cars are visible in the background. A man and woman, both in light blue athletic tops, stand outdoors, laughing and holding medals around their necks. They appear joyful, suggesting they've just completed a race. People and trees are in the background. Two smiling women wearing matching blue and green athletic shirts and caps proudly hold up gold, silver, and bronze medals. They stand in front of a tent with "mbna Chester Metric" visible on it, indicating they participated in the Chester Marathon event.

Organiser's Description

All abilities, ages, fun and charity runners are welcome in the MBNA Chester Marathon, the 3x winner of the UK's best marathon (up to 5,000 runners). The event is the final race in the Chester Triple Medal series (enter and finish our 10K & Half Marathon in the same year for extra special, extra large and extra gold medal)

The MBNA Chester Marathon is a great introductory race for new marathon runners and an ideal stepping stone for runners looking for more than a half marathon. We are the UK’s only international marathon from the historic Roman/Medieval international destination City of Chester, and host the England Athletics Age Group Masters Marathon Championship adding to an already unforgettable atmosphere.

The event boasts a lively city centre start and finish, with a route that passes all Chester's iconic landmarks, then heads out into the Cheshire & North Wales countryside, before returning along the banks of the River Dee for an unforgettable finish and all the enthusiasm you could ask for from the Cestrian supporters who line the course to cheer you on.

WHATEVER YOUR REASON FOR RUNNING, WE'RE HERE TO HELP YOU ACHIEVE GREATNESS

The event organiser will send you a confirmation email separate to the Find A Race confirmation email, that will contain important information regarding the event and to acknowledge they have received your entry.

Races

  • MBNA Chester Marathon

    All Abilities, Ages, Fun and Charity Runners Are Welcome in the MBNA Chester Marathon

    £56.75

    UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00

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  • MBNA Chester Marathon Green Runner

    £56.75

    UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00

    CLOSED

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Location

Racecourse, New Crane Street, Chester, CH1 2LY, United Kingdom

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