Phoenix Manchester The Bee's Knees Run
From Phoenix Running Manchester
- Date Sat 28th November 2026
- Time 08:30
- Location Manchester, Lancashire
- Price £41.00
- Races 1 race
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Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable day of fun and fitness at the Phoenix Manchester The Bee's Knees Run on Saturday, November 28, 2026! Organized by Phoenix Running Manchester, this exciting event takes place in the scenic Chorlton Water Park along the beautiful River Mersey. Participants can choose their challenge, with race distances ranging from 5km to an ultra-marathon, all set on a 5.3km out-and-back course. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or just looking to enjoy a day outdoors, this event welcomes runners, walkers, joggers, and families alike.
As a unique bonus, every participant will receive a handmade knitted bee, crafted with love by Phoenix Running legend Yvonne Meaney, along with a stunning Phoenix medal. Plus, your entry fee contributes £2 to Yvonne's Ray's of Sunshine charity, making your run not just about personal achievement but also about giving back to the community. Registration opens at 7:30 am, with the first runners setting off at 8 am, and there’s a generous 7-hour time limit to complete your laps. Join us for a day filled with camaraderie, great food from our well-stocked vegetarian aid station, and the chance to be part of
As a unique bonus, every participant will receive a handmade knitted bee, crafted with love by Phoenix Running legend Yvonne Meaney, along with a stunning Phoenix medal. Plus, your entry fee contributes £2 to Yvonne's Ray's of Sunshine charity, making your run not just about personal achievement but also about giving back to the community. Registration opens at 7:30 am, with the first runners setting off at 8 am, and there’s a generous 7-hour time limit to complete your laps. Join us for a day filled with camaraderie, great food from our well-stocked vegetarian aid station, and the chance to be part of
Phoenix Manchester The Bee's Knees Run
Sat 28th November 2026
Organiser's Description
The Bee's Knees Run at Phoenix Manchester
Every participant will receive a handmade knitted bee, lovingly created by Phoenix Running legend Yvonne Meaney, along with their Phoenix medal.
Plus, we'll be donating £2 from every entry to Yvonne's Ray's of Sunshine charity fundraiser.
Run, collect your keepsake, and help make a difference.
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.
Race brief: A race brief is sent a week before the event which is mandatory reading for all participants.
Chosen charity: Ray's of Sunshine Children's Charity
Start Time:
Earliest start 8am. Rock up and Run 8am onwards. Registration from 7.30am. All runners should be finished by 3.30pm
Location: Hardy Farm, M21 8FE
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.
Aid station: We have a well-stocked vegetarian aid station all day, with many vegan items as well as gluten free/free from items.
For example: bananas, dates, jelly sweets, crisps, usually some form of cake, squash, full sugar cola, etc.
Allergies: If you have severe and life threatening allergies, please bring your own food, as we cannot guarantee there will be no cross-contamination.
Profile:
The overall course has very little 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.
Every participant will receive a handmade knitted bee, lovingly created by Phoenix Running legend Yvonne Meaney, along with their Phoenix medal.
Plus, we'll be donating £2 from every entry to Yvonne's Ray's of Sunshine charity fundraiser.
Run, collect your keepsake, and help make a difference.
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.
Race brief: A race brief is sent a week before the event which is mandatory reading for all participants.
Chosen charity: Ray's of Sunshine Children's Charity
Start Time:
Earliest start 8am. Rock up and Run 8am onwards. Registration from 7.30am. All runners should be finished by 3.30pm
Location: Hardy Farm, M21 8FE
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.
Aid station: We have a well-stocked vegetarian aid station all day, with many vegan items as well as gluten free/free from items.
For example: bananas, dates, jelly sweets, crisps, usually some form of cake, squash, full sugar cola, etc.
Allergies: If you have severe and life threatening allergies, please bring your own food, as we cannot guarantee there will be no cross-contamination.
Profile:
The overall course has very little 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.
Races
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Timed Event Including 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Marathon, Ultra
£41.00
UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00
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Course Details
Good quality trail with a small tarmac section. Flat route in a beautiful park.
Can get muddy if there has been persistent rain.
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M21 8FE Brookburn Road, Manchester, United Kingdom
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