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Manchester to Liverpool Ultra

Name: Manchester to Liverpool Ultra
Start: 2026-04-03
End: 2026-04-03
Location: Manchester

Manchester, United Kingdom • 3 Apr 2026

The Manchester to Liverpool Ultra 50 is a 50-mile ultra-running event held in the UK, following the scenic Trans-Pennine Trail, Manchester Ship Canal, and River Mersey from Manchester to Liverpool. Starting at the Imperial War Museum North in Manchester and finishing at the North End Sports and Social Club in Liverpool, the course features a modest elevation gain of 123 meters and is well-marked and fast. The event offers heavy support with six checkpoints providing refreshments and medical aid. With a 14-hour cut-off time, it suits both experienced ultra-runners and beginners. The race includes live GPS tracking and awards medals based on finishing positions. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North West (England) Manchester

Race information

Website

UTMB 50K

50 mi

123 m+

Manchester to Liverpool Ultra 50 - 50 Miles

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

Trail runs nearby

Thursday Jun 19

Grindleford

Grindleford - 28 mi from Manchester

7 km

The Grindleford Fell Race is a welcoming fell running event held in Grindleford, UK, featuring a 4.5 to 4.9-mile (7.2 to 7.9 km) course. Starting from the village playing fields, the route ascends through Hay Wood and the Longshore Estate before descending via the scenic Padley Gorge. A highlight of..

Friday Jun 20

Tideswell Fell Race

Wormhill - 23 mi from Manchester

The Tideswell Fell Race will take place in Wormhill on Friday 20 June 2025.

Saturday Jun 21

Two Roses Ultra

Hebden Bridge - 20 mi from Manchester

50 km

100 km

The Two Roses Ultra is a unique ultramarathon event held at Wadsworth Community Centre in Hebden Bridge, UK, crossing the counties of Lancashire and Yorkshire. Participants can choose between two 50k routes—the Red Rose (Lancashire) or White Rose (Yorkshire)—or challenge themselves with a figure-of-..

Sunday Jun 22

Kinder Trog

Hayfield - 14 mi from Manchester

15 mi

The Kinder Trog is a challenging fell running race held near Hayfield in the Peak District, England. Covering approximately 15.5 miles with an ascent of 2,950 feet, it is one of the longer races in the Hayfield Championship series. The race starts and registers at the Scout Hut on Swallow House Lane..

Sunday Jun 22

Runforjo Cross Country

Birstall - 30 mi from Manchester

6 km

RunForJo is a 6.5-kilometre cross country race held at Oakwell Hall and Country Park in Birstall, West Yorkshire. The undulating multi-terrain course consists of two laps and is designed for runners seeking a challenging yet scenic experience. The event promotes community spirit, inspired by Jo’s be..

Tuesday Jun 24

Aggies Staircase

Darwen - 17 mi from Manchester

6 km

The Aggies Staircase is a Category AS fell race held in Darwen, UK, covering 4 miles (6.4 km) with a challenging ascent of 1,148 feet (350 meters). The race starts at Punstock Road green and features three major climbs: Jubilee Tower, Jacob’s Mound, and the steepest, Aggies Staircase. The course inc..