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Name: Phoenix Running - Stretford
Start: 2026-03-28
End: 2026-03-28
Location: Stretford

Stretford, United Kingdom • 28 Mar 2026

Event overview

The Feisty and Fluffy Phoenix Run takes place on 28 March 2026 at Hardy Farm, Brookburn Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M21 8FE. The event is held under TRA and UKA rules and requires participants to be over 18. Distance restrictions apply to participants aged 20 or under in line with UK Athletics rules.

Course and entry information

The minimum distance is 3.28 miles or participants may run as far as they can in 7 hours. The route is an off-road trail along a riverside towpath, described as flat with no elevation gain or loss. Parking is available for 75 cars at Hardy Farm. Bibs are collected on the day. Entry fees are listed as £37.95 for affiliated entrants and £39.95 for unaffiliated entrants. All participants receive a free medal or memento.

Extras and charity

The first 50 sign ups are eligible to receive a limited edition Phoenix Manchester soft toy, which must be earned by completing at least one lap and is not sold separately. The chosen charity is Paw Purrs charity, Manchester, and the organiser donates £1 for every finisher to the selected charity. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North West (England) Stretford

Race information

Registration

3 mi

3.28 Miles Minimum Distance

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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