Running

Adidas Manchester Marathon 2026

  • Date and Time info: 19/04/2026 from 09:00:00 to 17:00:00
  • Location: Manchester
  • Registration fee: £125
  • Fundraising target: £2000
  • Face-to-face

Do you want to join #TeamRetinaUK at the iconic Adidas Manchester Marathon 2026, during our 50th anniversary year? Soak up the incredible atmosphere as you run through Manchester towards the finish line where you’ll receive your very own iconic medal.

Applications to join our 50th anniversary team at the Adidas Manchester Marathon 2026 are open now!

Support for you

Whether you’re a first-time runner or a seasoned pro, we’ll be here to help. As a part of our team you’ll get:

  • Support and guidance from a dedicated member of our team all the way to race day
  • A personalised running vest
  • Invitation to our exclusive Strava running club where you can chat with #TeamRetinaUK runners and share training tips.

Guide runners

Any participant who needs a guide can request a free place for their support runner from the event organisers. The event organisers will need to know the reason that support is required and may ask for written documentation from a medical professional to confirm this. Your guide will receive a finisher’s medal and t-shirt (as well as a Retina UK running vest). If you have any questions about this, please do get in touch with our team.

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If you have got any questions about joining #TeamRetinaUK or would like to find out more about fundraising for Retina UK, please contact our friendly Fundraising team on 01280 821334 or email Fundraising@RetinaUK.org.uk.