Beyond Trails Manchester

Manchester, United Kingdom • 18 Jul 2026

Event Details

The Beyond Manchester running event takes place on July 18, 2026. The event offers a 25km trail run and a 55km ultra distance. Both courses start and finish in the Castlefield area of central Manchester. Participants can download GPX route files in advance.

The course is waymarked with signs. The route is a mix of urban and natural paths, including city streets, canal towpaths, and sections of the Irwell Sculpture Trail. Terrain includes footpaths, parks, woodland trails, and canal paths, with some steps and hills. Parts of the route may be muddy depending on weather. For the 55km route, 78% of the surface is paved and 22% is unpaved. For the 25km route, 75% is paved and 25% is unpaved.

There is a strict cut-off time, with all participants required to finish by 19:00.

Included Amenities

Entry includes a finisher's medal, chip timing, a fully waymarked route, access to feed stations with food and drink, and medical support.

  • The 55km route has three feed stations.
  • The 25km route has one feed station.

Participant Information

Participants must be 20 or older for the 55km distance and 18 or older for the 25km distance. Road running or road-trail hybrid shoes are recommended. Public transport is suggested for travel to the start area. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

54 km
55km Ultra
26 km
25km Trail
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