Asics Manchester Half Marathon
Closed road Half Marathon through Greater Manchester, featuring a flat course, huge crowds and a finish near Old Trafford.
| Date | Sunday 4th October, 2026 |
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| Distance | Half Marathon |
| Location | Emirates Old Trafford |
| Town/City | Manchester |
| Area | Greater Manchester |
| Start postcode | M16 0RP |
| Organiser | Michelle Taylor |
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The ASICS Manchester Half is one of the UK's largest Half Marathons, taking place on fully closed roads through Greater Manchester. Starting and finishing close to Old Trafford, the event attracts tens of thousands of runners each year and combines a fast course with outstanding crowd support and an electric race day atmosphere.
The 13.1 mile route is renowned for its flat profile, making it a popular choice for runners chasing a personal best as well as those completing their first Half Marathon. Live music, DJs, cheer zones and enthusiastic spectators line the course, creating an energetic atmosphere from start to finish. The professionally organised event is held under UK Athletics rules and includes accurate chip timing, fully marshalled roads and comprehensive event facilities.
Every finisher receives a commemorative medal, with optional finisher merchandise and event photography available depending on the chosen entry package. Combining a fast city route, exceptional organisation and one of the best supported race atmospheres in the country, the ASICS Manchester Half is a standout fixture in the UK autumn running calendar.
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| Results | Status |
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| 2025 results | Verified |
| 2024 results | Verified |
| 2023 results | Verified |
| 2022 results | Verified |
| 2021 results | Verified |
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