Phoenix Manchester Friday Firecracker

Manchester, United Kingdom

Expected September 2027

Our best guess from a single past year. We'll firm it up when the organiser confirms.

Choose your distance

Marathon

Distance

42.2km

Start Time

08:00

Cutoff

15:30

Terrain

Trail

From last year's edition. Details may change once confirmed.

Overview

Join the Phoenix Manchester Friday Firecracker on September 18, 2026, in Chorlton Water Park! Choose from 5km to ultra distances, with a stunning riverside course.

Flat and fast riverside towpath
5.3km out-and-back loop
Scenic Chorlton Water Park

The practical side

Start / Finish

Start

Hardy Farm, Chorlton Water Park

Finish

Hardy Farm, Chorlton Water Park

Good to know

What you get

Chip timing

Finisher medalYes, a no-medal option is available at a reduced price of £27.00.

On the day

Changing facilities

Marshals on course

First aid on course

Parking · Free for 75 cars at Hardy Farm; paid parking at Sale Water ParkFree parking for 75 cars at Hardy Farm on first-come, first-served. Additional parking for up to 100 cars at Sale Water Park (15 min walk). Also public/paid parking around Chorlton Water Park.

ToiletsYes, we have proper toilets at start/finish of every lap.

Aid stations · 1Selection of sweets, bananas, biscuits, crisps and pretzels. There is a good chance of cake and, if the weather is hot, ice lollies as well. Vegan options and gluten free options are available too. Water, variety of squash and cola will be available.

Before you enter

RefundsEntry fee non-refundable.

TransfersYes, you can transfer your entry to another runner up to 7 days before the event, free of charge.

DeferralsYes, you can defer your entry to a future event up to 7 days before the event, free of charge. Pregnant and postpartum mums can defer up to three years.

If the race is cancelledNo refunds if cancelled due to circumstances outside control; entry carried forward.

Bad weatherEvent may be cancelled/delayed due to extreme weather; entry carried forward to next running or virtual alternative.

Minimum ageParticipants must be 18 years of age or over on the event date.

Time limitThe cut-off time is 3:30pm by which time you should be finished running.

Other questions

Spectators are more than welcome! Chorlton Water Park is beautiful and is also connected to Sale Water Park which has cafes and pubs along the river.

Entry fee

Registration isn't open yet. We'll show pricing when the organiser confirms.

Expected

Manchester, United Kingdom

Expected September 2027

Provisional date, around Sep 17

We'll keep this updated as the organiser confirms.

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