Phoenix Running - Stretford

Phoenix Running - Stretford: Phoenix Afterglow

This event is the third and final race in a 2026 Summer Series and offers participants the chance to collect a series medal for the series. A new medal for this event will be revealed by the organiser.

The event is a timed, lap-based challenge on a 5.3 km, 3.28 mile out and back course along the River Mersey in Chorlton Water Park. Participants may complete as many laps as they wish within a seven hour time limit; the minimum distance is one lap (3.28 miles). Every participant receives a finishers' medal or memento.

Available race distances include:

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

The course is off road on a riverside towpath with very little elevation change, making it generally flat. A vegetarian aid station will operate throughout the day offering many vegan items and some gluten free options; examples include bananas, dates, sweets, crisps, cake, squash and cola. Participants with severe allergies are asked to bring their own food; requests for specific items should be made at least seven days in advance.

Toilets and changing rooms are available at Race HQ. Parking at Hardy Farm is limited to 75 cars on a first come, first served basis, with additional parking at Sale Water Park about a fifteen minute walk away. A charity donation of £1 per participant will go to The Animal Sanctuary Wilmslow. Distance restrictions apply to participants aged 20 or under under UK Athletics rules. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.