Phoenix Manchester Summer Series - Phoenix Afterglow

Get ready for an exhilarating day at the Phoenix Manchester Summer Series - Phoenix Afterglow, taking place on Saturday, August 22, 2026, in the vibrant city of Manchester, Lancashire! Organized by Phoenix Running Manchester, this exciting event marks the grand finale of their 2026 Summer Series, offering participants the chance to earn not just one, but three fabulous medals throughout the series. Choose your adventure with race distances ranging from 5km to ultra-marathon, all set along a stunning 5.3km out-and-back course by the picturesque River Mersey in Chorlton Water Park. Whether you're a seasoned runner, a casual jogger, or someone who prefers a leisurely hike, this event is designed for everyone. With a generous 7-hour time limit, you can complete as many laps as you like, and every participant will receive a unique finisher’s medal. Don't miss out on the fun and community spirit—places are limited, so secure your spot early! Plus, for every entry, £1 will be donated to a selected charity, making your run even more meaningful. Join us for a day of fitness, camaraderie, and celebration where every step counts!

This is the third and final event in a brand-new 2026 Summer Series - and a chance to collect 3 fabulous medals! Race 1 - Phoenix Ignite - Sat 13th June and our first birthday! Race 2 - Phoenix Blaze - Saturday 11th July Race 3 - Phoenix Afterglow - Saturday 22nd August This is one of our timed events where you choose - from 5km to 10k, half to marathon to ultra, you can complete as many, or as few, laps as you like of a 5.3km, 3.28 mile, out and back, course along the beautiful River Mersey in Chorlton Water Park.  We welcome all abilities of runners, walkers, joggers, hikers, Jeffers - complete one lap and you're both a finisher and a winner in our eyes, or keep going and see how far you can get in the full 7 hour time limit and everyone gets the fabulous bespoke finishers' medal.  Run a lap and see how you feel on the day and keep on going if it feels right. Places will be strictly limited so don't leave it too late to enter. Chosen charity:  We will be donating £1 for every participant to a selected charity. (For example, if we have 100 entries, we will donate £100). Start Time: Earliest start 8am. Rock up and Run 8am onwards.  Registration from 7.30am.  All runners should be finished by 3.30pm Location: Hardy Farm, M21 8FE Race Distance: Minimum distance is 3.28 miles or as far as you can go in 7 hours. Terrain: Off road trail, the terrain is riverside towpath. Aid station: We have a well-stocked vegetarian aid station all day, with many vegan items as well as gluten free/free from items.  For example: bananas, dates, jelly sweets, crisps, usually some form of cake, squash, full sugar cola, etc. Allergies: If you have severe and life threatening allergies, please bring your own food, as we cannot guarantee there will be no cross-contamination. If you'd like us to bring anything specific due to allergies, please let us know atleast 7 days in advance. Profile: The overall course has very little elevation gain / loss making this a flat and fast route. Toilets and changing rooms available at Race HQ.             Parking available for 75 cars at Hardy Farm on a first come, first serve basis. Additional Parking for upto 100 cars is available across the river at Sale Water Park (15min walk from the start). There is also additional public and paid parking around Chorlton Water Park.