MBNA Chester Metric Marathon

From Active Leisure Events Ltd

Sunday 3rd October 2021 Past event

Chester

Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the MBNA Chester Metric Marathon, taking place on Sunday, October 3rd, 2021, in the historic city of Chester, Cheshire West and Chester! Organised by Active Leisure Events Ltd, this exciting race is a unique opportunity to tackle the challenging 26.2km (16.3 miles) distance, making it the perfect stepping stone for those looking to bridge the gap between a half marathon and a full marathon.

Runners will enjoy a spectacular route that winds through Chester's iconic landmarks, including the Roman walls, stunning cathedral, and the famous Eastgate Clock. After 8.5 miles, participants will join the marathon runners and make their way back to Chester alongside the picturesque River Dee, culminating in a thrilling finish at the Racecourse. The atmosphere is electric, with enthusiastic support from local communities, live music, and entertainment enhancing the experience. Plus, don’t forget the Mini Marathon for young supporters, ensuring that everyone can join in on the fun! Whether you're a seasoned runner or a first-timer, the MBNA Chester Metric Marathon promises to be a memorable day of camaraderie and celebration.

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The MBNA Chester Metric Marathon is now a popular fixture in the race calendar, giving you the only opportunity in the UK to run over this distance. This 26.2km (16.3mile) race is the ideal stepping stone from a half to a full marathon. The route is on closed roads and you will run past all Chester's iconic landmarks - Roman walls, cathedral, medieval rows, Eastgate Clock, Amphitheatre - before heading out to the stunning Cheshire countryside and villages. You join the marathon runners after 8.5 miles and return to Chester alongside the River Dee for a unforgettable finish at the Racecourse.

The support in the villages and communities along the course is one of the many highlights of the race, and there will be bands, music and entertainment along the way. And why should you have all the fun! We also have a Mini Marathon for your young supporters, wholly within the Racecourse.

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Chester Racecourse, Chester, Cheshire

Chester Racecourse, Chester, United Kingdom

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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