Phoenix Manchester Mind the Lap
From Phoenix Running Manchester
- Date Sun 24th May 2026
- Time 08:00
- Location Manchester, Lancashire
- Price £27.00 - £40.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 10km, 10 Mile, Half Marathon, Marathon, Ultra
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of running at the Phoenix Manchester Mind the Lap event, organized by Phoenix Running Manchester! Set against the stunning backdrop of the River Mersey in Chorlton Water Park, this exciting event takes place on Sunday, May 24th, 2026. Participants can choose their own adventure with race distances ranging from a minimum of 5km to as far as they can go in a full 7-hour challenge. Whether you're a seasoned runner, a casual jogger, or someone looking to enjoy a leisurely walk, everyone is welcome to join in the fun.
With a lapped course featuring a flat and fast 5.3km route, you can complete as many laps as you like, earning a fabulous bespoke finishers' medal along the way. Plus, if you prefer a medal-free experience, there's a lower entry fee option available! This event not only promises personal achievement but also supports a great cause, as £1 from every participant will be donated to Heatons Cats, a cat rescue charity based in North Manchester. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to challenge yourself and contribute to a worthy cause—secure your spot today, as places are limited!
With a lapped course featuring a flat and fast 5.3km route, you can complete as many laps as you like, earning a fabulous bespoke finishers' medal along the way. Plus, if you prefer a medal-free experience, there's a lower entry fee option available! This event not only promises personal achievement but also supports a great cause, as £1 from every participant will be donated to Heatons Cats, a cat rescue charity based in North Manchester. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to challenge yourself and contribute to a worthy cause—secure your spot today, as places are limited!
Phoenix Manchester Mind the Lap
Sun 24th May 2026
Organiser's Description
Haven't we all been there!?
One more lap, two more laps, nearly there!
Mind the Lap celebrates going the distance, with a brand-new medal and a welcoming, lapped course where you choose how far you run.
We have a medal-free option for this run as well with a lower entry fee.
This is one of our timed events where you choose - from 5km to 10k, half to marathon to ultra, you can complete as many, or as few, laps as you like of a 5.3km, 3.28 mile, out and back, course along the beautiful River Mersey in Chorlton Water Park.
We welcome all abilities of runners, walkers, joggers, hikers, Jeffers - complete one lap and you're both a finisher and a winner in our eyes, or keep going and see how far you can get in the full 7 hour time limit and everyone gets the fabulous bespoke finishers' medal. Run a lap and see how you feel on the day and keep on going if it feels right.
Places will be strictly limited so don't leave it too late to enter.
Chosen charity: Heatons Cats (Cat rescue based in North Manchester)
We will be donating £1 for every participant to a selected charity. (For example, if we have 100 entries, we will donate £100).
Start Time:
8.30am
We try to offer an 8am start as much as possible for early birds, but may not always be possible.
Official timed challenge window: 8.30am-3.30pm (7 hours)
Race Distance:
Minimum distance is 3.28 miles or as far as you can go in 7 hours.
Terrain:
Off road trail, the terrain is riverside towpath.
Profile:
The overall course has no elevation gain / loss making this a flat and fast route.
Toilets and changing rooms available at Race HQ.
Parking available for 75 cars at Hardy Farm on a first come, first serve basis.
Additional Parking for upto 100 cars is available across the river at Sale Water Park (15min walk from the start).
There is also additional public and paid parking around Chorlton Water Park.
Race briefing is emailed to all participants few days before the event and is mandatory reading.
One more lap, two more laps, nearly there!
Mind the Lap celebrates going the distance, with a brand-new medal and a welcoming, lapped course where you choose how far you run.
We have a medal-free option for this run as well with a lower entry fee.
This is one of our timed events where you choose - from 5km to 10k, half to marathon to ultra, you can complete as many, or as few, laps as you like of a 5.3km, 3.28 mile, out and back, course along the beautiful River Mersey in Chorlton Water Park.
We welcome all abilities of runners, walkers, joggers, hikers, Jeffers - complete one lap and you're both a finisher and a winner in our eyes, or keep going and see how far you can get in the full 7 hour time limit and everyone gets the fabulous bespoke finishers' medal. Run a lap and see how you feel on the day and keep on going if it feels right.
Places will be strictly limited so don't leave it too late to enter.
Chosen charity: Heatons Cats (Cat rescue based in North Manchester)
We will be donating £1 for every participant to a selected charity. (For example, if we have 100 entries, we will donate £100).
Start Time:
8.30am
We try to offer an 8am start as much as possible for early birds, but may not always be possible.
Official timed challenge window: 8.30am-3.30pm (7 hours)
Race Distance:
Minimum distance is 3.28 miles or as far as you can go in 7 hours.
Terrain:
Off road trail, the terrain is riverside towpath.
Profile:
The overall course has no elevation gain / loss making this a flat and fast route.
Toilets and changing rooms available at Race HQ.
Parking available for 75 cars at Hardy Farm on a first come, first serve basis.
Additional Parking for upto 100 cars is available across the river at Sale Water Park (15min walk from the start).
There is also additional public and paid parking around Chorlton Water Park.
Race briefing is emailed to all participants few days before the event and is mandatory reading.
Races
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Timed Event Including 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Marathon, Ultra
£40.00
UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00
Booking for more than 1? -
No-Medal Option: Timed Event Including 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Marathon, Ultra
£27.00
UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00
Booking for more than 1?
Course Details
Good quality trail with a small tarmac section. Flat route in a beautiful park.
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M21 8FE Brookburn Road, Manchester, United Kingdom
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