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Event

Run

Date

11 October 2026

Location

Chester

Fundraising Target

£500.00

Chester Marathon

Take on this unique, multi-country marathon that showcases Chester's iconic Cathedral and medieval landmarks!

Event

Run

Date

11 October 2026

Location

Chester

Fundraising target

£500.00

Registration fee

£20.00

Distance

Marathon
RMCC runner photographed from behind with his arms in the air mimicking a shoulder press motion with other runners in front of him and a Team Marsden cheer point just seen from the left side.

Enjoy this picturesque, scenic marathon in the heart of Chester's centre!

Already got your own place?

Have you got your own place on this event but still want to be part of Team Marsden and raise money to help people with cancer here and across the world? Just get in touch and let us know. 

How to take part

Registration

Registration is £20 per person and we ask each participant to reach a minimum fundraising target of £500

Once you’ve signed up, you’ll be added to the official event console to claim your charity place with the event organisers. You will be sent a separate link via email and will need to complete this to secure your place. After you’ve completed both steps, you’ll be all set to lace up your trainers and get running.

Training and fundraising support

Once you’ve signed up, you’ll receive one to one support from a dedicated member of the charity team to help you with your fundraising efforts and to answer any questions you may have as you prepare for the big day.

You’ll also have access to our professional marathon training plans to encourage you to start logging those miles. Whether it’s your first big race or you’re a seasoned runner, our plans will help structure your training to make sure you are ready for the challenge.

When you register, you will also be able to join our Team Marsden Runners Facebook group. Our fun, friendly and supportive online community will be there to support you all the way, share top tips and advice and keep you motivated in the run up to the event.

The Chester Marathon route

  1. Start at Chester Racecourse and race into the historic city centre. 
  2. Pass major landmarks such as the Town Hall, Roman Amphitheatre and parts of the ancient city walls. 
  3. Leave the city and fly over the Old Dee Bridge to continue into scenic countryside. 
  4. Run through Welsh villages like Rossett and Holt then return to England via Farndon to dash through more picturesque villages. 
  5. Follow the River Dee back towards the city for the final stretch and finish your marathon on Castle Drive near Chester’s historic centre. 
RMCC runner photographed from the side as he runs past crowds of people with airpods in.

What's included when I join Team Marsden?

Your registration includes:

  • Your race bib and welcome pack sent prior to the day, including your very own Royal Marsden Cancer Charity running vest.
  • Fundraising support and advice from a dedicated member of staff at The Royal Marsden.
  • Access to our supportive Team Marsden runners Facebook group.
  • Professional training plans to help you prepare for the big day.
RMCC runner photographed from the side as she smiles to the crowd with her arms in the air and a hat on.