Manchester Marathon 2027 - The Lily Foundation
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Manchester Marathon 2027

A group of runners approaching the finish line of the Manchester Marathon 2026 including a male and female in black Lily Foundation t-shirts.

Marathon

Date: 18 Apr 2027

Fundraising pledge: £500

Run the adidas Manchester Marathon 2027 with Team Lily!

The adidas Manchester Marathon is the UK’s second-largest marathon and one of the biggest in Europe. It’s an iconic event that brings thousands of runners to the vibrant streets of Greater Manchester year after year.

Known for its flat, fast course and unforgettable crowd support, this race is perfect for everyone from first-timers to seasoned runners chasing a personal best. The organisers take pride in welcoming all abilities, making it one of the most inclusive marathons on the calendar.

So if you’re thinking of dipping a toe into the world of marathon running, this could be the race for you. Entries sell out months in advance so don’t delay – apply today!

Join Team Lily on Sunday 18th April 2027 and run to help change the lives of those affected by mitochondrial disease.

Sign up today via our partner, Run for Charity.

Once you’ve registered, we’ll be in touch with everything you need from fundraising tips to training support.

If you have any questions, please email [email protected].

Sign up today

Strengthen your running performance with these home exercises

A woman in a white Lily top running and high fiving spectators

Are you training for a Lily Foundation fundraising event? Improve your running strength, balance and endurance with these simple, no-equipment exercises. Designed for all levels, these techniques target your legs and core to help you run stronger and reduce the risk of injury.

Watch Jennifer Dixon, personal trainer and running coach, demonstrate these exercises in her video tutorial.

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