The Manchester Half Marathon will occur on Sunday, October 12, 2024. This popular event is expected to attract over 28,000 participants. It is the largest half-marathon in the North West, covering a distance of 13.1 miles. In the previous year, the event drew 21,000 runners who collectively raised over £1 million for various charities.
The Manchester Half Marathon not only highlights athletic prowess but also significantly impacts the local economy. In 2024, the event generated an estimated £7 million boost for Greater Manchester, as many visitors traveled to the area to participate and support the runners.
Route Details for the Manchester Half Marathon
The route for this year’s marathon will remain largely unchanged from 2023. Runners will start just past the White City Arch, following a course that loops around Wharfside and passes the iconic Manchester United’s Old Trafford stadium. The route continues south along the A56, eventually circling back through Sale before concluding near the Lancashire Cricket Club.
Road Closures and Traffic Advisory
To ensure the safety of participants and spectators, several road closures will be implemented on the day of the marathon. The first closure will start at 6:30 AM, and the closures will remain in effect until 5:00 PM. Residents and commuters in the surrounding areas should prepare for increased traffic and potential delays. Here is a comprehensive list of the road closures:
- Bridgewater Way / Chester Road: 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM between Deansgate Interchange and White City Circle
- Upper Chorlton Road: 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM between Seymour Grove and Eggerton Road North
- Seymour Grove: 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM between Manchester Road and Upper Chorlton Road
- Chorlton Road: 7:30 AM to 12:30 PM between Royce Road and Deansgate Interchange
- A57(M) Eastbound off-slip: 7:30 AM to 12:30 PM
- A57(M) Westbound off-slip: 7:30 AM to 12:30 PM
- Chester Road: 7:30 AM to 12:30 PM between Deansgate Interchange and Deansgate (Whitworth St)
- Great Jackson Street: 7:30 AM to 12:30 PM between Chester Road and Silvercroft Street
- Deansgate: 7:30 AM to 12:30 PM between Deansgate and Owen Street
- Deansgate: 7:30 AM to 12:30 PM between Chester Road and Whitworth Street West
Please ensure to check local traffic updates and allow extra time for travel to avoid disruptions on marathon day. The event promises to be an exciting day for both participants and spectators.
