The multi-award winning and sell-out MBNA Chester Marathon will return 11th October 2026. We have developed an enviable reputation with runners of all levels and abilities. As the 5th largest marathon in the UK and 3x 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.
We're a qualifying race for the Abbott WMM Age Group World Championships! Check out how it works here.
As runners ourselves, we are passionate about delivering what for us, would be the perfect race; a premier quality, competitively priced race which caters for the needs of runners of all abilities and speeds, combined with friendliness and personal touches which are unique to us.
The MBNA Chester Marathon is the final event in our Chester Triple Series - run three for a Chester Triple medal!