The Manchester 5k, 10k and Half Marathon Winter Warmer Run

The course is undulating and mainly on paths with the exception of one section that is trail. The 5k is one lap, the 10k two and the half marathon is 4 laps with one additional 1.1k section.

Buggies are ok, the course is wheelchair friendly (just note the one section that is on trail)

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There will be loads of great entry benefits including full race chip timing, a super cool medal, snacks, drinks, some surprise goodies and a load of fun, smiles and support along the way.

• Stunning medal
• Full race chip timing
• Trophies
• Snacks
• Drinks
• Partner offers
• Spot prizes

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Our Manchester 5k and 10k Winter Warmer Run starts at 10am and the half marathon will start at 9am.

Registration will be open from 8.00am and will close at 9.50am so please arrive nice and early.

PLEASE NOTE you will collect your race pack at registration on the day of the event.

Race information will be sent by email pre-event and all your race details can be found within your online profile. Once registered login to check race updates, news, partner offers and more.

You will be using our Chip on Bib race numbers and it is important these are displayed on your outer garment to ensure 1) We can see your race number when running and 2) To help with the timing system to read your time.

Bag storage is available at the event however space is limited so travel as lightly as possible.

Toilets will be within the event hub and ensure you go with plenty of time to spare to avoid long queues.

Coffee and snacks will be available for sale within the event hub.

The 5k and 10k Winter Warmer Run starts at 10am and the half marathon will start at 9am.

Please note that the start of the run will be staggered to avoid too much congestion on the towpaths. However this will not affect your time as our Results Base timing team will record your time from when you cross the starting mat.

There will be marshals around the course to support and encourage you.

Please take care when running around the course as this is public land and local residents will be out and about. Please always stay on the left unless otherwise guided.

If wearing headphones please make sure you can hear other people around you and marshal instructions.

Everyone will receive a medal and there are also a few trophies that are up for grabs.

Results will be displayed on our Results Base Timing screen so after crossing the finish line you can check out your instant results.

These go live to our website and you will receive an email update once the race is over.

Drinks and sweets will be available at the finish line along with any other goodies from our event partners.