MBNA Chester Metric Marathon

From Active Leisure Events Ltd

Sunday 7th October 2018 Past event

Chester

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day of running at the MBNA Chester Metric Marathon on Sunday, October 7, 2018! Organized by Active Leisure Events Ltd, this exciting event invites participants to tackle a scenic 26.2km (16.3 miles) course that perfectly bridges the gap between a half marathon and a full marathon.

Set against the backdrop of Chester, Cheshire, the closed road route showcases the city's iconic landmarks before leading runners into the breathtaking Cheshire countryside. Participants will join the marathon runners after 8.5 miles, making their way back to Chester alongside the picturesque River Dee, culminating in an unforgettable finish at the Racecourse. With vibrant community support, live music, and entertainment along the way, the atmosphere is sure to be electric. Every finisher will receive a quality goody bag, a long-sleeved technical T-shirt, and a bespoke medal to commemorate their achievement. Plus, don’t forget the Mini Marathon for the young supporters! Join us for a day filled with fun, fitness, and fantastic memories!

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This 26.2km (16.3mile) race is the ideal stepping stone from a half to a full marathon. The closed road route will run past all Chester's iconic landmarks 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.

There will be bands, music and entertainment along the way to entertain the crowds and runners. We will have chip timing with intermediate splits, and all finishers will receive a quality goody bag, as well as a long sleeved technical T-shirt and a bespoke medal. Also Mini Marathon for your young supporters.

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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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