Overview
Run or hike/walk a stunning trail marathon or 25km that starts in Philips Park close to the Etihad Campus (Man City ground), and takes you into the beautiful western edge of the Peak District National Park.
Enjoy breathtaking views as you travel along green corridors in this incredible landscape.
Finish back in cosmopolitan Manchester, home to an array of excellent hotels, restaurants, renowned art galleries and a legendary music scene.
Trail Escape will donate £10 from every marathon event registration fee and £5 from every 25km event registration fee to Mind (registered charity number 219830).
TRAIL ESCAPE MANCHESTER. ROUTE MAP.
Start from Manchester city and head out onto stunning trails
We are delighted to reveal the planned route map for Trail Escape : Edinburgh including elevation, mile markers and landmarks. Please note, there may be some minor revisions to this route. Please click here for a full size version.
What's included
What's Included
TIMING
FINISHER MEDAL
AID STATIONS
EVENT VILLAGE
FINISHER SHIRT (OPTIONAL)
SIGNAGE & MARSHALLS
BAGGAGE DROP OFF
TOILETS ON ROUTE
Tickets
Manchester : 25km - Run (STANDARD ENTRY)
STANDARD entry fee
FROM$63.90
Manchester : 25km - Hike/Walk (STANDARD ENTRY)
STANDARD Entry fee
FROM$63.90
Manchester : Marathon - Run (STANDARD ENTRY)
STANDARD ENTRY FEE
FROM$95.85
Manchester : Marathon - Hike/Walk (STANDARD ENTRY)
STANDARD ENTRY FEE
FROM$95.85
Add Ons
How it works
CITY START & FINISH
Trail Escape will start and finish in Manchester, heading out on traffic-free routes to the surrounding countryside and back again. Escape city streets and explore the vast expanse of rolling hills, fields, lakes and woodland beyond. Immerse yourself in stunning landscapes you might never find alone. Enjoy the rare opportunity to take part in a trail event that offers city convenience! Book a place to stay, walk to the start and back from the finish, celebrate with friends & family, and take in all that the city has to see & do.
RUN OR HIKE/WALK A TRAIL MARATHON
The main event at Trail Escape will be a marathon, which you will be able to sign up for as a run or walk / hike. The routes will suit all levels of runners and experienced walkers. We would recommend you can walk for at least seven hours non stop before the event. If you sign up to run, don’t worry if you need to walk some of the way - that’s encouraged so you can properly take in the beauty of where you are running! The climbing, descending and overall terrain will be challenging in places, but we assure you that slowing down to take in everything that is Trail Escape is more than acceptable.
FULLY SUPPORTED ROUTE
Explore trails outside of the city with peace of mind. All of the events will be fully supported with way-finding and marshals just like a traditional road marathon. Along the way, there will be Aid Stations in place with fuel and hydration to help you along the way. Cheer points and music will enhance the experience that is Trail Escape. We are working with local authorities to create traffic free routes from each city, using green corridors to access the beautiful British countryside and back again.
SPECTATORS
Spectators can be with participants at the start and also see them at a few points on the route. Friends and family can take a short journey on the Metro to Ashton-under-Lyne, then change here to get to Mossley where they can see runners / hikers twice at Hartshead Pike (and also enjoy amazing views of Manchester and the Peak District!) There will also be enough time in Mossley to enjoy some lovely cafes and pubs before heading back for the finish.
EVENT VILLAGE
At all Trail Escapes there will be an Event Village at the start and finish offering food, drink, and a place for family and friends to enjoy the event whilst you are running. Friends & family will be able to see you off at the start and meet you here after your challenge to celebrate with you. If a finish location is different to the start location (Bristol-Bath event), we will transport your kit from start to finish.
TIMING & MEDALS
This will be a timed event but not necessarily a race. While there will be categories for fastest finishers (and KOM / QOM challenges on the way), your goal is to enjoy running or walking on these incredible routes. Stopping to enjoy the views is strongly encouraged. Forget the pressure of chasing PBs or worrying about split times. Trail Escape is about enjoying the environment we are taking you through on your way to getting that medal for finishing a Trail Escape marathon.
Accommodation
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FAQs
What time does the marathon start?
8am (Run) / 8.15am (Walk)
What is included in my registration?
- Timing
- Routes will be well marshalled and signed throughout.
- Aid stations will provide hydration and nutrition.
- All finishers will receive an event T-shirt and Medal.
- Baggage
Will spectators be able to access the route?
There will be plenty of spots for your supporters to cheer you on across the route. We are working on the detail of the most scenic, easy to reach and safe locations for spectating and we will be able to share in due course.
Will wheelchairs and mobility scooters be allowed on the course?
We are afraid that the routes chosen will not be suitable for wheelchairs or mobility scooters.
Will there be toilets on the route?
We are working to place toilets at Aid Stations
Will there be baggage drop?
Yes for all events we will have a baggage drop area. Trail Escape City No.3 is actually a point to point between two neighbouring cities and we will include transporting your baggage to the finish in your entry fee.
Will there be a cut off time?
Yes there will be cut-off times for each Trail Escape. At this stage in our planning we are working to a 10hr time-limit, which is less than 3miles per hour. The routes will be clearly marked and marshalled to ensure participants don't get lost.