Phoenix Running - Stretford

Event overview

The Manchester Doughnut Dash 2026 is a timed, multi-lap running event at Hardy Farm in Chorlton Water Park, Manchester. Entry fees are listed as £37.95 (affiliated) and £39.95 (unaffiliated). The event is held under TRA and UKA rules and is open only to participants over 18. There is a 7 hour time limit and the stated minimum distance is one lap, equal to 3.28 miles.

Course, format and facilities

Participants run repeated laps of an out-and-back course that measures 5.3 km (3.28 miles) per lap along the River Mersey towpath. The surface is off-road trail; light trail shoes or road shoes are suitable if the path is dry. The organiser states the overall course has no elevation gain or loss. The format allows entrants to complete as many or as few laps as they choose, with multiple distance options including:

• 5 km
• 10 km
• Half marathon
• Marathon
• Ultra

An aid station will provide Krispy Kreme doughnuts. Toilets are available at Hardy Farm. Free parking for 75 cars is provided at Hardy Farm on a first come basis; additional public car parks are available around the park and Sale Water Park. The organiser will donate £1 per participant to the chosen charity, Rescued Kitties Charity, Manchester. All participants, attended or virtual, receive a finishers' medal or memento. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.