The Manchester Half Marathon Winter Warmer Run

Prestwich, United Kingdom • 8 Feb 2026

Event details

The Manchester Winter Warmer Run takes place on Sunday 8 February 2026 at Heaton Park, The Bowl, Manchester M25 2SW. The event offers these distances:

  • 5k
  • 10k
  • Half marathon

Entry fees shown for this listing are: Half marathon £30, 10k £25, 5k £25. Entries close on 27 January 2026. Race timing uses a chip-on-bib system with instant results provided via ResultsBase. All finishers receive a medal; a small number of trophies are also awarded. Fundraising for the charity Shelter is optional and has no minimum target.

Course and logistics

The course is undulating and mainly on paths, with one section on trail. The 5k is one lap, the 10k is two laps, and the half marathon is four laps plus an additional 1.1 km section. Buggies are permitted and the route is described as wheelchair friendly, though the trail section may affect accessibility. Starts are staggered to reduce congestion, and marshals will be positioned around the course. The event hub is in the Bowl area of Heaton Park. Onsite parking is available but limited; the Heaton Park Metrolink stop is opposite the park. Bag storage and toilets are provided at the event hub; food and drinks will be available for sale. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

Half Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
10k Run
5 km
5k Run
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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