Sun 11 Oct 2026 Chester, Cheshire, UK

MBNA Chester Mini Marathon

The Mini Marathon is open to anyone wanting to take part, and is aimed primarily at children. Taking place within the racecourse, finishers will receive a medal, t-shirt, race number, drink and treat!

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  • Sun 11 Oct 2026
Chester Racecourse, Chester
Mini Marathon

10:20

All ages

£10-£15

  • 1 mile road running

Event overview

As the 6th largest marathon in the UK and three-time winner of the UK’s Best Marathon, it is also the only marathon in the UK that spans across both England and Wales. The route takes in the beautiful surrounding landscapes and villages that both countries have to offer.

This event is part of MBNA Chester Marathon and Metric Marathon.

Event details

  • All fitness levels
  • Event village
  • Families
  • Fancy dress
  • Newcomers
  • Spectators
  • Traders at event
  • Venue accessible

Route

  • Cut off time
  • First aid
  • Marshals
  • Mass start
  • Out and back
  • Sweeper
  • Traffic free

Location

  • Entertainment
  • Music
  • Paid parking
  • Rural
  • Secure bag storage
  • Toilets
  • Urban

What's included

  • Goody bag
  • Medal
  • Technical t-shirt

Sustainability

  • Public transport links

How to enter

  • All ages
  • Entries open
  • Collect race pack
  • Race pack by post
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Other races at event

  • Sun 11 Oct 2026
  • #1 of 3
Chester Racecourse, Chester
Marathon

09:00

Age 18 & over

£63-£69

  • 26.2 miles road running + 209 m ascent
  • Sun 11 Oct 2026
  • #2 of 3
Chester Racecourse, Chester > Canal Street, Chester
Metric Marathon

10:10

Age 18 & over

£53-£59

  • 26.2 km road running + 158 m ascent

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